University of Arkansas Little Rock Intensive English Language Program

The Intensive English Language Program (IELP) is located on the campus of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR). The IELP offers an academic preparatory program of English language training for students who wish to enter an American university. If a student completes the IELP and is academically admissible to UALR, he or she may enter UALR undergraduate programs without a TOEFL score.

The IELP academic classes meet Monday through Friday each semester. There are three semesters a year. The IELP has class levels from Foundations in English to Pre-University /TOEFL Preparation. All classes are multi-skill based with reading, writing, speaking, listening, culture, grammar and pronunciation.

The IELP was established in 1978 and has highly qualified teachers with many years of experience working with international students. The Office of International Student Services works with the IELP to assist all international students with new student orientation, health insurance, and questions about immigration policies and procedures.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan university located in the capital of the state of Arkansas. UALR offers over 100 associate, baccalaureate, graduate, and professional programs including Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, Health Sciences, Journalism and International Studies.

The city of Little Rock is small enough for a student to comfortably adjust to living in the United States, yet it is large enough for a student to enjoy a variety of activities. The weather is very pleasant in the fall and spring, hot during the summer months, and mild during the winter. Little Rock combines the conveniences of a state capital with the charm of a small southern city.