University of Iowa Iowa Intensive English Program (IIEP)

The University of Iowa’s Iowa Intensive English Program (IIEP) provides international students with intensive instruction and a cultural, social and academic introduction to the U.S. It focuses its training on improving students’ grammar, writing, reading, listening comprehension, pronunciation and conversation skills. The Iowa Intensive English Program at The University of Iowa is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) and agrees to uphold the CEA Standards for English Language Programs.

Highlights

• Small class size
• Highly qualified and experienced teachers
• Language media center available
• Computer instruction provided
• Conditional admission to the University possible for undergraduate applicants
• Recreational and social activities included
• Small, urban location

Program Facts

• Accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA)
• Member of UCIEP (University and College Intensive English Programs) and EnglishUSA (American Association of Intensive English Programs)
• Founded in 1976
• Public, co-educational
• Beginning, intermediate, advanced levels
• Residence halls and apartments on-campus, private apartments off-campus

Location and Climate

• Small, cosmopolitan Midwestern community
• Within driving distance to Chicago, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Kansas City
• Four seasons; cold in the winter, warm in summer, mild in spring and fall
• Located on The University of Iowa campus
• Housed in the heart of downtown Iowa City

Admission Requirements

• Secondary school graduate, some formal exposure to English language instruction
• Completed application (download it from our website)
• Bank statement from financial guarantor
• US $90 application fee
• US $250 advance tuition deposit
• Copy of the passport page which contains your picture and name, if possible

Admission to the IIEP does not guarantee admission to the University or its courses and programs.

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