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Improve your English with us! I20s for F1 student visas can be issued for full-time study. Any posts not directly related to our program will be removed.

Since 1964, 14,000+ students from 130+ countries have taken our English language classes to help them achieve their academic, professional and personal goals. Since 1964, the English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Pittsburgh has been teaching English as a second language (ESL) courses for individuals who
• wish to improve their general ability in English,
• or are planning to atte

nd universities and colleges in North America,
• or are already academically admitted to the University of Pittsburgh and need some additional development of their language skills. The ELI has a variety of non-credit courses and programs, including:
• Intensive English Program
• Speaking and Listening for Communication Course
• Professional and Academic English Program
• English as a Foreign Language Program for International Teachers
• Summer Language and Culture Program
• US Law and Legal English Program

I20s for an F1 student visa can be issued for full-time language study in our Intensive English Program and the Professional and Academic English Program. Notice: Our page is intended for sharing information about our program with current and prospective students. It is not meant to be a discussion board or to be used for advertising or the promotion of outside goods, services, political views, religious beliefs or other personal matters.

06/11/2026

ELI students soared and met some new web-footed friends last Friday at Pittsburgh's !

05/27/2026

The ELI welcomed new and continuing students to our summer term program with a tour of downtown Pittsburgh! Students had the opportunity to check out some of the beautiful spots in city, including the fountain at Point State Park and the Grandview Overlook.

Pitt ELI summer term intensive English program classes begin Monday, May 18. Please contact us at elipitt@pitt.edu if yo...

05/12/2026

Pitt ELI summer term intensive English program classes begin Monday, May 18. Please contact us at [email protected] if you are interested in part-time or full-time study with us!

04/03/2026

Applications are open for the Summer 2026 Intensive English Program (IEP) at The University of Pittsburgh English Language Institute!

Study English with leaders in teaching English to speakers of other languages, with part-time and full time study options available.

For more information, please contact at us @pitt.edu.

03/18/2026

Spring Break Adventure Alert! 🌸 ELI students and staff kicked off their Spring Break with a trip to the Carnegie Museum of Art and History!

From ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces, students got the chance to explore the wonders the Carnegie Museum had to offer!🖼🦕

02/11/2026

An extra cold winter doesn't stop the ELI! Students, staff and faculty took time this weekend to go bowling, an excellent way to "strike" up some fun on a cold day in Pittsburgh🎳!

11/24/2025

A blast from the past! The ELI recently welcomed Julio Blasco, a graduate of the Intensive English Program's Fall Semester of 1985. In Julio's words, 'The ELI was not only a place to learn English, but also a place to find community, make friends, and learn about American culture.'

For over 60 years, the ELI has provided high-quality English language learning support. Send us a DM to learn more about the programs available at the ELI!

11/05/2025

In the spirit of Halloween last week, ELI students got the chance to try their hands at carving Jack -O'-Lanterns, a classic American tradition!

11/04/2025

ELI staff, students, and conversation partners cheer on our Pittsburgh Panthers to victory against the NC State Wolfpack at the University of Pittsburgh's homecoming football game!

10/17/2025

ELI students and staff watched the University of Pittsburgh Women's Volleyball team take a victory against Georgia Tech! Pitt's Women's Volleyball team is currently ranked 6th in the NCAA!

Address

4200 Fifth Avenue, Cathedral Of Learning, Room 3203
Pittsburgh, PA
15213

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:45pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:45pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:45pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:45pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:45pm

Website

http://www.eli.pitt.edu/

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