English Language Learners

The English Language Institute provides intensive English training designed to meet the academic needs of Millersville’s international students. The program is non-credit and is a pathway to meeting admissions requirements to academic programs for both undergraduate and graduate programs. Successful completion will equip them to be successful throughout their academic career.

Highlights

  • Small classrooms and dedicated MA TESOL trained instructors.
  • Seamless transition from the English Language Institute to your academic program. No need for additional tests!
  • Concurrent enrollment in academic programs in levels 4, 5 and 6.
  • Cultural orientation and excursions to historical and cultural sites.

Accreditation

cea

Conditional Admission

Upon arrival students are given a placement tests so that we know exactly what skills need to be developed to ensure a successful academic transitions at MU. You can complete the program in one or two semesters, depending on your current level of proficiency.

English Language Institute students are able to concurrently enroll in academic courses in levels 4, 5 and 6.

Steps For Admission (ELI)

Non-Degree Application Form

Application Deadline

Full-time ESL students are admitted on a rolling basis based on space availability. Students seeking conditional admissions must work with their respective academic program to ensure application deadlines are met. They should apply for conditional admission through the appropriate admissions office for their intended degree—Undergraduate Admissions or Graduate Admissions.

Learn more about Next Steps After Acceptance to Millersville University.

Semester Start Date

International students in the English Language Institute can choose to begin their studies in the fall semester, spring semester, or during the summer each year. These are:

  • Fall - late August
  • Spring - mid January
  • Summer - early June

To see when terms start and end at Millersville University, as well as important academic dates, please visit the academic calendar.

If you have questions about the process, email us at InternationalAdmissions@Millersville.edu.

ELI COSTS

Estimated Program Charge and Fees for the English Language Institute (Per Term) 
The program charges and fees are subject to change. 

 

English Language Institute

Category

Full-Time

Part-Time

Per-Class

Program Charge

$4,091.46

$2,725.54

$1,532

Fees

$1,471

$1,471

$0*

Books

Included

Included

Included

Total Expenses

$5,562.46

$4,196.54

$1,532
  • *Additional fees would apply for those who desire access to additional campus services. 
  • F-1 and J-1 students must be enrolled full-time. 
  • F-2 and J-2 students must be enrolled part-time. 
  • Permanent Residents and U.S. Citizens can be enrolled in full-time, part-time, or register for a single class. 

FAFSA and other U.S. government-funded scholarships and grants cannot be used toward payment for the ELI.

Community Access Program (For Refugees, Asylees)

 

Full Time:

Part Time:

Program Charge

$600

$300

Fees

$0

 $0

Books

Included

Included

Total Expenses

$600

$300

MEET OUR STAFF

Office of International Programs & Services staff members are here to assist you through the admissions process and during your time at Millersville.

Anna Bradford
Associate Director of International Admissions
InternationalAdmissions@Millersville.edu
Call/Text/WhatsApp: +17173058694

Charity Alinda
Associate Director of International Student and Scholar Services
international.services@millersville.edu
Call/Text/WhatsApp: +17176807084