Come to Florida International University's
English Language Institute in Miami!
You'll love the difference!

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What Makes the ELI Special?

• Located in beautiful and sunny Miami
• Small classes for individualized attention
• 30 class hours per week, plus assignments
• Specialized, experienced faculty
• Extra conversational activities
• Language and computer laboratories
• University counseling
• Students from over 38 different countries
• Warm, friendly environment
• Modern, spacious facilities
• Cultural and recreational activities
• Community involvement
• Conversation Partners Program
• Tutoring available for all levels
• Professional assistance with immigration, housing, and health insurance

What Programs does the ELI Offer?

1. Intensive English Program

Focus: Academic
Courses: grammar, reading/vocabulary, writing, communication
Levels: 0-7
Students must take all classes listed above.

Elective Courses:
PBT TOEFL Preparation
IBT TOEFL Preparation
IELTS Preparation

Length: 14 weeks (Fall & Spring), 12 weeks (Summer)
Total hours: 350 (Fall & Spring), 300 (Summer)
Academic Pre-requisites: None
Minimum Age: 17

2. Summer Institute: Language & Culture

Focus: Semi-Academic
Integrated Grammar/Conversation

Courses: Language & Culture
Levels: 1-4
Daily Schedule: Monday -Thursday
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Total hours: 48
Academic Pre-requisites: None
Minimum age: 17

3. Intensive Conversation

Focus: Non-Academic
Immersion course in conversational English

Courses: Conversation
Levels: Beginning, intermediate, and advanced
Daily Schedule: Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Total hours: 60
Academic Pre-requisites: None
Minimum Age: 17

What Special Classes does the ELI Offer?

• PBT TOEFL Preparation
• IBT TOEFL Preparation
• IELTS Preparation