The Intensive English Program (IEP) is designed for students who wish to communicate effectively in English for a variety of personal and academic purposes. IEP students develop a broad understanding of language and culture that will allow them to effectively pursue everyday needs and prepare them for higher-level language study. Starting in the fall of 2023, the IEP will offer 20 hours of classes per week and three proficiency levels of study on a semester system. In addition to classes, the IEP offers cultural events and experiental learning opportunties on campus and in the Lincoln community. There are three sessions offered each year:
Upcoming Sessions:
Summer Semester: May 30-July 14, 2023 (7-week program)
Fall Semester: August 21 to December 9, 2023
Spring Semester: January 22 to May 10, 2024
Program Costs:
Visit our Program Costs page for detailed information.
How to Apply:
Please apply to the Intensive English program by completing the Intensive English Program (IEP) Application. You may contact the Program Director, Mr. Chris Dunsmore, by email at cdunsmore2@unl.edu if you have any questions about the program. An in-person consultation can be arranged by Skype or Zoom.
Placement:
Since the IEP program starts at the Intermediate level, it is assumed that new students will have at least that level of proficiency when they apply. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you submit a recent TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test (DET) score when you apply or set up virtual interview with the program director. The minimum recommended composite scores are as follows :
TOEFL 35 or higher
IELTS 5.0 or higher
DET 70 or higher
Further placement testing will be conducted upon arrival using the Michigan State University English Language Test (ELT). The ELT results, along with input from the IEP instructors, will determine the final placement for new students.
IEP Program Description:
The IEP program offers three proficiency levels ranging from intermediate to advanced.
The Intermediate, High Intermediate, and Advanced levels all have three courses:
- Integrated Skills: Reading & Writing (8 hours per week)
- Integrated Skills: Listening & Speaking (7 hours per week)
- Grammar in Context (4 hours per week)
Typical IEP Schedule
TIME
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
8:30-9:20 am
Listening/Speaking
Listening/Speaking
Listening/Speaking
Listening/Speaking
Listening/Speaking
9:30-10:20 am
Reading/Writing
Listening/Speaking
Reading/Writing
Listening/Speaking
Reading/Writing
10:30-11:20 am
Reading/Writing
Reading/Writing
Reading/Writing
Reading/Writing
Reading/Writing
11:30 am - 12:20 pm
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
12:30-1:20 pm
Grammar
Grammar
Grammar
Grammar
Grammar