Intensive English Program

English as a Second Language (ESL)

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Achieve Academic English Proficiency

Study English in the heart of the American West! The UW Intensive English Program is designed for English language learners and taught by passionate, caring instructors, all with master’s or doctoral degrees. In addition to classroom learning, students go on field trips, participate in campus events, enjoy outdoor adventures, and explore American culture.

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This program is currently offered in
the following locations:

Laramie Campus

About the Intensive English Program

The UW Intensive English Program (IEP) provides students with immersive courses and supportive campus resources in a safe, welcoming community. The IEP is offered in 16-week sessions for fall and spring semesters and an 8-week session during summer.

 

Key highlights of IEP are:

  • Small class sizes are perfect for student-centered learning
  • 20 hours per week of customized instruction in study skills, reading, writing, listening and speaking
  • Academic cultural immersion through museum visits, guest lectures, local travel, and more
  • Accelerator Program that allows students to simultaneously take undergraduate and IEP courses
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Program Requirements

Students must be high school graduates with basic English skills and obtain an F-1 Visa before entering the U.S.

 

Scholarships and tuition reduction opportunities are available! Please contact the English Language Center to discuss possible financial assistance options.

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Intensive English Program Highlights

Experiential Learning Opportunities

The Intensive English Program is filled with hands-on opportunities where students learn about American culture and hone their academic English skills. These experiences include immersive language instruction, engaging campus connections, and impactful visits to unique Wyoming landscapes.

 

Comfortable computer labs, modern classrooms, and peaceful study areas are reserved solely for students in the Intensive English Program. The Global Engagement Office is the center of international student activity on campus and is home to the spacious International Resource Center, where students can connect, relax, collaborate, and enjoy meals together!

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The IEP is led by a group of attentive, dynamic, and professional instructors. They have vast experience in teaching English and provide our students with a safe and welcoming academic community. All UW IEP instructors have a master’s or doctoral degree in diverse subjects and are certified to teach English as a foreign language.

 

Students are not only exposed to immersive English courses but also to a curriculum that covers the academic culture and societal norms of university life in the United States. Students learn about American history and culture, with a special emphasis on Wyoming and the University of Wyoming. This ensures that graduates of the program are ready to pursue a degree right here at UW.

 

Experiential Learning Opportunities

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What can you do after completing the Intensive English program?

After completing the Intensive English Program, students have the reading, writing, speaking, and study skills to communicate effectively in English. They will be confident in their academic abilities to pursue a degree at the University of Wyoming or other institutions in the American higher education system.

Are you ready to study English in the heart of the American West?

Learn more about the Intensive English Program and its application process.

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“You will become more fluent while making amazing friends. Your perspective on the world will expand. Without a doubt, you will gain impressive and valuable knowledge."

- Anaís Canto, IEP student from Panamá

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