Course Information and Costs for IESL
Classes
The goals of the Intensive English program at the University of Louisville are to provide students with:
- an ability to speak, write, and understand English in an academically oriented environment
- an ability to write in English at a level required of university students
- knowledge of American culture and customs
- an understanding of American post-secondary educational systems
The Intensive English program is structured to provide the following:
- 3 levels of instruction: Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced
- full-time classroom instruction: 20 hours per week (4 classes per day, 5 days per week) for 15 weeks; additional opportunities for self-study
- practice in listening, conversation, reading, writing, and grammar
- computer-aided language learning integrated into classroom instruction
- qualified and experienced teachers who have Masters degrees in linguistics and TESOL
- opportunities for campus-related activities
- individual help when needed
- UofL admissions advising
Main Street, Louisville
Semester Dates
| 2012 Fall Semester | |
| Registration/Orientation | August 20 |
| First Day of Classes | August 22 |
| Labor Day Holiday | September 3 |
| Fall Break | October 8-9 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 21-25 |
| Last Day of Program |
December 7 |
| 2013 Spring Semester | |
| Registration/Orientation | January 7 |
| First Day of Classes | January 9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday | January 21 |
| Spring Break | March 11-17 |
| Last Day of Classes | April 26 |
Tuition and Other Costs 2011-2012 *
* Fees and other costs affiliated with the University of Louisville are increased each year; changes are reflected in July
| Item | Fee (in U.S. Dollars) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition |
$4190 | per semester |
| Textbooks | $300-$350 | per level, per semester |
| Student fees |
$230 | per semester |
| International Student fee | $50 | per semester for F1 and J1 visas |
| Student medical insurance |
$1,023 | estimated cost for each semester) Students are charged for the University sponsored insurance plan. For more information, click here (UofL Health Services) to visit the web page. |
| Application fee |
$100 | non-refundable; applicable to tuition; Intensive English no longer accepts personal checks |
| University affiliated Housing |
$2,260 | approximate cost each semester (for double occupancy, dormitory room) price varying with different dorms Students are responsible for securing their own housing. Click here (UofL Housing) to visit the Housing web page. |
| Meal Plan | $175 (1) $1,460 (2) |
Beginning Fall 2009, all full-time students must purchase a meal plan. (1) All full-time commuter students (students who do not live on campus but who attend full-time) on the Belknap Campus will have a $175 plan; (2) approximate cost per semester for students living in University dormitory will depend on the residence hall. Visit the Dining Services web page for more information |
| Personal Expenses |
$3,900 | estimated cost for one semester; based on off-campus housing and living expenses For those students seeking visas, additional costs are required of $2,500 for husband, wife, or first dependent, and $1,000 for each additional dependent. |
| Next-Day Air Delivery |
$65* | for DHL express delivery of a document; must be paid prior to mailing and should be a separate payment from the application fee; *costs may be more and is determined by delivery zones |
Payment of Fees
Tuition must be paid in full during the first week of classes. Failure to pay tuition by the deadline will result in being dismissed from the program. Tuition is not refunded after the first week of classes. Financial aid or payment plans are not available for IESL students.
Other Information
Applicants seeking an I-20 (DS 2019) must prove they have the financial resources to pay for their tuition and living expenses by providing financial information in an amount more than tuition, fees, and personal expenses for one semester of study (an amount over $14,000 U.S.). All documents must be in English and in U.S. dollars. Acceptable documents include:
- Original bank statement for applicant or applicant's family; if the applicant's name does not appear on the statement, include verification of intent of support and the relationship to the applicant
- Certified I-134 support form and original bank statement (see below for links); support forms must have original bank documents verifying funds on deposit (for the first year)
- Official letter from government, agency, or employer, stating the amount and duration of financial sponsorship and the address for correspondence
- Students from countries whose government restricts the amount of money which may be sent abroad from their education, must submit a letter of approval from the currency control authorities stating they will be eligible for currency exchange if accepted.
If you are requesting an I-20 and the person sponsoring you is living in the U.S., your sponsor must complete an I-134 support form. You may visit the INS website (select Immigration Forms at the top of the page if you are searching for the I-134 support form). Sponsoring individuals must be U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent Residents.
Information about the SEVIS I-901 fee is available at the International Center.
