• Small class sizes.
• Conditional admission to Connecticut universities.
• Conversation Partner Program to connect you with native speakers and practice English.
• UCAELI Proficiency Certificate can be used for admissions purposes in place of the TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo,
• A Pathway Program available to students with the opportunity to enroll in university courses for credit at the University of Connecticut.

In the English for Academic Purposes courses, students will learn how to:

• Write an academic paper
• Prepare effectively for tests using analytical skills
• Participate in a discussion classroom and identify classroom cultural norms

College Preparatory Experience
For students who want to apply to a university in the United States in the future.

Pathway Program
For students with conditional admission to the University of Connecticut.

Students are enrolled in up to four English language courses per week. This includes:

• English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Listening and Speaking
• EAP Reading and Writing
• The choice of 2 afternoon electives or a UConn course
  • the option for a UConn university course is only available in the Fall and Spring semesters. No courses available in the Summer.

All UCAELI courses are non-credit. Non-credit means that the courses do not have credits and students will receive a separate transcript for their non-credit courses. UCAELI courses will not appear on undergraduate or graduate transcripts. If a student requests a UCAELI transcript, you must contact the university Registrar Office, and request a “Non-Credit Transcript”.

Part-time study is not available for F1 or J1 students.

All students must have a high school diploma.