About the Academic English Program

Intensive English Language Program

Academic English Program

We are accepting applications for 2025-2026 starting Fall I and later. 

The Academic English Program is for upper intermediate to advanced proficiency students. Please see level descriptions below.

The Intensive English Language Institute helps students progress rapidly and confidently. We offer a curriculum that enhances their understanding and ability to interpret context clues. This prepares them for success in academics at university and enables them to thrive in English-speaking careers.

The IELI Program is organized into two 8-week sessions each semester and one 8-week summer session. Classes meet five days each week, providing students with 18 classroom hours Monday - Friday, with daily homework assignments to reinforce the lesson. 

Ready to apply? Email ieli@uttyler.edu for additional information and application!

Session	Session Dates	Application Deadline (if out of the country)
Fall I	August 25 - October 17, 2025	June 28, 2025
Fall II	October 20 - December 12, 2025	September 22, 2025
Spring I	January 12 - March 6, 2026	December 15, 2025
Spring II	March 9 - May 1, 2026	February 9, 2026

 

Level Description

To ensure each student is in the correct level of study, placement testing (the Pearson Test of English) is required before the first session begins. Following placement testing, students can advance to the Academic English program (levels 5-7) based on their English proficiency test results.

Level 5: High Intermediate

Understand high-intermediate passages; write multiparagraph, organized essays; present academic papers to the class; and participate in discussions of academic topics.

Level 6: Low Advanced

Comprehend complex passages; compose organized essays appropriate for academic topics; and actively participate in discussions of academic topics.

Level 7: Advanced

Comprehend most academic passages; compose well-organized essays and research papers suitable for academic purposes; and actively participate in scholarly discussions.

Enrollment and Attendance Policies

Full-time enrollment for each eight-week session meets for 18 in-class hours each week (four classes and lab) resulting in 168 total hours of guided study.

IELI students are expected to attend all classes and remain in class the entire period. IELI instructors record absences and tardiness daily.

Academic English Curriculum

The IELI core curriculum covers listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar, along with an additional class on various skills. Texas Success Initiative (TSI) elements are regularly integrated into the coursework. To move to the next level, students need a minimum 80% grade for two 8-week sessions, and those progressing quickly may advance after just one session.

Classes use a task-based and communicative approach, often with students at various levels. Multilevel classes encourage collaboration, reinforce learning, and create a continuous learning experience. These classrooms, fostering improved study habits, social interaction, self-motivation, and cooperation, are proven to enhance student learning and understanding.
 

Costs and Fees

Expenses Explained

Application / Placement Test Fee: $130 USD
This non-refundable fee is valid for up to one year from time of application.

Tuition: Includes the orientation program, 18 intensive instructor-guided class hours each week, social and cultural activities, learner management system (LMS), regular assessments and examinations, periodical practice proficiency tests (for students in good standing), and Texas Success Initiative measures.

IELI Fees: Include processing and administrative fees, records (transcripts and enrollment certification), basic supplies, and computer and internet access.

Mandatory Insurance and Clinic Fees: Health insurance fees vary by session and semester. Students can choose to add dental insurance for an extra fee to AHP by informing billing the week before the session begins.
The University Clinic Access Fee is $35 per semester or $17.50 per 8-week session.

Estimated Expenses (As Reflected on the CFR)

One 8-Week Session
Tuition/Session: $2,000 (one 8-week session)
IELI Fees: $75
Health Insurance/Clinic: $576.50 - $716.50 (varies based on session)
Room and Board: $2,553 (varies)
Books and Supplies: $250 (varies)
Personal Expenses: $800 (varies)
TOTAL ESTIMATE: $6,255 - $6,395

Billing

Total estimates are subject to change without notice. Personal expenses have been estimated at $100/week for one student. Estimates do not reflect cost of dependents or cost of additional seminars.

Dates and Deadlines

If you are out of the United States at the time of application, we highly recommend that you have all required documents submitted 8 weeks prior to session start date to ensure visa issuance.

If you are already in the U.S or are a U.S. resident at the time of application, we recommend that you have all required documents submitted at least 1 week prior to session start date.