• Small class sizes with an average of 10 students in each class.
• Students create digital portfolios.
• Opportunities to explore American culture through trips.
• Conversation Partner Program connects English Language students with American students and local community members inside and outside the classroom.
• Students get individualized support and feedback for their goals.

There are three core English courses that all full-time students must take. These courses are Communication Skills, Focus on Writing, and Reading Discussion.

There are five levels for each core course:

• A1 and A1+ = Beginner
• A2 and A2+ = High Beginner
• B1 and B1+ = Intermediate
• B2 = High Intermediate
• B2+ and C2 = Advanced

Students are placed in core courses by placement tests (new students) or final course evaluations (continuing students).

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 from the university Registrar Office, they need to request a “Non-Credit Transcript”.

Full-time students take core courses and choose two afternoon electives. Students must participate in 22 hours of English classes per week.

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

All students must have a high school diploma.