English Language Improvement Program
Language Coordinator, Linda Abe
View English Proficiency Exam information at the Office of International Services website.
The English Language Improvement Program provides courses for international students who need to improve their English language skills. These courses are available to graduate, undergraduate, and special students who are officially registered at Indiana University and who are non-native speakers of English.
These courses are listed in the Schedule of Classes under the Department of Second Language Studies, SLST-T101 (undergraduate), SLST-T501 (graduate), and are administered by staff from the Department of Second Language Studies. They are designed for students who require additional English language training. These courses typically do not count toward degree credits. They are, however, identical to other university courses in that grades are awarded, and the courses fulfill visa requirements for full-time student enrollment status.
Course placement is based on a student’s performance on the Indiana English Proficiency Examination, a locally prepared test. Prospective students will be given more information about this test by their University Division advisor or by their graduate department.
The following is a list of courses that are available to enrollees in the ELIP. For the exact times, locations, and class numbers for the courses below, check the Schedule of Classes on OneStart.
Pronunciation / Listening (2 cr.)
Improves listening and speaking skills through pronunciation practice
and oral presentations.
Academic Discussion (2 cr.)
Presents strategies for successful participation in academic discussion.
Reading Skills (2 cr.)
Introduces strategies to improve college reading skills.
Expository Reading (2 cr.)
Develops reading speed and comprehension.
Writing English Sentences (2 cr.)
Focuses on grammar for meaning in the context of paragraphs.
Paragraph Writing (2 cr.)
Strengthens paragraph writing for summaries, exams, and concise written
communication.
English Grammar Review (1 cr.)
Improves English grammar for clarity and expression.
