Welcome to the English Language Center
The World Meets Here
The ELC is an intensive, collegiate preparation program. Our graduates continue to be successful undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Denver and other schools.
If you would like to email a student in your native language, please visit our Ambassador page. Our former students are happy to answer your questions.
The English Language Center is a member of The Consortium of University and College Intensive
English Programs (UCIEP) and The American Association of Intensive
English Programs (AAIEP). The English Language Center is fully
accredited by the Commission
on English Language Program Accreditation
The English Language Center at the University of Denver is accredited by the Commission on English
Language Program Accrediation for the period December 2005 through December 2015 and agrees to uphold
the CEA Standards for English Language Programs and Institutions. CEA is recognized by the U.S.
Secretary of Education as nationally recognized accrediting agency for English language programs in the U.S.
Mission Statement
The overarching mission of the English Language Center at the University of Denver is to support the internationalization goals of the University of Denver. This mission is met in several ways. The English Language Center prepares international students with the skills necessary to be successful undergraduate or graduate students at the University of Denver or other U.S. institutions of higher education. Also, it supports the language needs of matriculated international students at the University of Denver. In addition, the English Language Center provides short-term language and culture programs in response to requests of University departments, community groups, and international constituents. To carry out this mission, the English Language Center provides high quality intensive English language instruction, assists students with cultural adjustments, and provides students with the necessary services to ensure maximum learning and well-being. The English Language Center also provides a supportive environment in which faculty and staff can continue to work and grow professionally. The English Language Center at all times represents the ESL profession, the University of Denver, the State of Colorado, and the United States through ethical, legal, and caring treatment of its international students.
- Announcements
- We are no longer accepting applications for the Summer 2009 term.
- We are filling up for our Fall 2009 term, so apply now!
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