UNLV Intensive English Program
English Language Study for All
The UNLV Intensive English Program offers non-credit-bearing English classes to international and domestic students interested in learning English and improving their oral and written communication skills.
Benefits of UNLV's Intensive English Program:
Achieve Your Goals
- Receive up to 20 face-to-face hours of ESL Instruction per week and 320 per semester in a small group format among diverse students from all over the world.
Quality Instruction
- Experience English instruction tailored to your individual language needs.
- Learn from dedicated expert ESL instructors with advanced degrees and extensive teaching experience.
Certificate of Completion
- Receive a certificate of completion useful for proof of English proficiency for employment
- SACM Approved Program.
Information
| Fall 2026 | July 1, 2026 (Initial F-1 students) |
|---|---|
| August 21, 2026 (all other students) | |
| Spring 2027 | TBD |
| TBD |
International Student (F1 and J1 Visas)
Apply
Create a Profile to Apply to the Intensive English Program.
Submit Documents
- Financial Certification Form
- Bank Letter
- Passport Photo
Submit Test Scores and Transcripts
New students have several options for initial placement. Please contact the ELC by emailing elc@unlv.edu or calling 702-895-3925 about submitting test scores or transcripts.
Pay Tuition
The ELC will provide a link for tuition payment via email.
Receive I-20
- I-20 will be issued after application completion
Domestic Student (U.S. Resident or U.S. Citizen)
Apply
Create a Profile to Apply to the Intensive English Program.
Submit Test Scores and Transcripts
New students have several options for initial placement. Please contact the ELC by emailing elc@unlv.edu or calling 702-895-3925 about submitting test scores or transcripts.
Pay Tuition
The ELC will provide a link for tuition payment via email.
Full-time International and Domestic Students
16-weeks
| Payment Deadline | Session | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2027 | Spring | January 19, 2027 | May 15, 2027 |
| August 14, 2026 | Fall | August 24, 2026 | December 8, 2026 |
F-1 International Students, 16-Weeks
| Tuition | $4,500.00 |
|---|---|
| Mandatory Fees | $1,212.00 |
| Total | $5,712.00 |
Las Vegas Area Residents, 16-Weeks
| Tuition | $4,500.00 |
|---|---|
| Mandatory Fees | $1,050.00 |
| Total | $5,550.00 |
| Tuition | $1,125.00 |
|---|---|
| Mandatory Fees | $309.00 |
| Total | $1,434.00 |
| Tuition | $2,250.00 |
|---|---|
| Mandatory Fees | $556.00 |
| Total | $2,806.00 |
| Tuition | $3,375.00 |
|---|---|
| Mandatory Fees | $803.00 |
| Total | $4,178.00 |
*All costs are subject to change without prior notice. The prices above do not include textbook, RebelCard fee, health services and insurance, and Student Recreation and Wellness Center costs.
*Degree-seeking F-1 Language study students must be enrolled full-time. Las Vegas area residents may enroll part-time or full-time
*There will be a small increase in tuition starting Fall 2027
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Reading & Vocabulary | Writing/Grammar | Reading & Vocabulary | Writing/Grammar | Cultural Workshops 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Break | Break | Break | Break | |
| 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Listening & Speaking | Academic Communication and Culture | Listening & Speaking | Academic Communication and Culture | |
| Student Activities 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Tutoring | Sport Activities |
Game Time |
Global Thursday |
*Student Activities and course schedule are subject to change.
| Level | Intensive English Program Class Title |
|---|---|
| Advanced |
Advanced Speaking & Listening |
| High Intermediate |
High Intermediate Speaking & Listening |
| Intermediate |
Intermediate Speaking & Listening |
| High Beginner |
High Beginner Listening & Speaking |