Since 1964, the English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Pittsburgh has been teaching English as a second language (ESL) courses for international students who...

- are planning to attend universities and colleges in North America

- wish to improve their general ability in English

- are already academically admitted to the University of Pittsburgh and need some additional development of their language skills

The ELI has a variety of programs, including:

- Intensive English Program (20 hours a week; part-time study available for anyone not on a student visa)

- Multi-skill Evening Course (available for part-time students)

Short special classes:

- English Pronunciation for Clear Communication Mini-class

- IELTS Preparation Class

- TOEFL Preparation Class - Evening course (satisfies Au Pair requirements)

Short summer programs:

- Professional and Academic English Program

- English as a Foreign Language Program for International Teachers

- Summer Language and Culture Program