The University of Florida’s
English Language Institute
The ELI’s primary mission is to prepare international students for study at the graduate or undergraduate level in the US, although professionals who wish to improve their level of English proficiency, as well as others interested in short-term language study, are also accepted.
Fast Facts
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The ELI is one of the oldest university intensive English programs in the country, founded in 1954.
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The ELI is accredited through CEA, the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation, and UF is accredited through SACS, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
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Graduate students may be offered ELI Conditional Admission to the University of Florida on a departmental basis.
Meet the ELI Team!
Director
Megan Forbes
Academics
Patricia Moon
Cultural Immersion Program
Tate Quinones
Admissions & Immigration
Daryl Bish
Student Life Coordinator
Christine
Academics
The English Language Institute has three core academic English courses: Listening/Speaking, Grammar, and Reading/Writing. There are six levels of proficiency from beginner to advanced.
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ELI students may take 23 hours of classes weekly and participate in:
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daily cultural activities
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excursions every Saturday
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a conversation partner program
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a volunteer program
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Classes are small, with a maximum of 15 students
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The UF ELI provides student life, immigration, and academic advising, assistance in housing, and a 24-hour emergency contact faculty member.
Welcome Week
Check-in week at the ELI includes many helpful seminars and activities for students to become familiar with UF. The first week you will participate in: Welcome and Registration, Campus Tour, Housing and Shopping Seminar, Insurance and Medical Issues Seminar, Student Life Seminar, Cultural Immersion Program Seminar, Academic Orientation.
Housing
Gainesville is full of student-centered apartment complexes and we are sure you will find somewhere comfortable to live! However, the apartment rental process in the US may be very different from the rental process in your country. It’s important to understand the rental process here so that you can find the best place possible.
Learn More About Housing