Choose the English Language Academy Program for You

Intensive English Program

The Intensive English Program will officially close December 20, 2024.

Classes will not be offered beyond December 20, 2024. We are not accepting students for the Intensive English Program.

English for Academic Purposes

For multilingual students admitted to UWM.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses are for BOTH international students and U.S. residents whose 1st languages are not English. International students may be required to enroll in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses depending on their admission type. These courses are also open to U.S residents and international students who have been fully admitted in an academic program at UWM but wish to continue improving their academic English skills. These courses count for credit towards your UWM degree. Find out if EAP is where you need to be!

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About Us

The English Language Academy resides in the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee community.

UWM has a total undergraduate enrollment of about 24,000, and offers more than 200 degree programs. The campus is located on the urban East Side of Milwaukee, close to fun restaurants, shops and parks. It overlooks the neighboring Lake Michigan and is only 1.5 hours away from Chicago. Milwaukee has the world’s largest music festival and many lakefront ethnic festivals. Students can visit museums, theaters, zoo and explore many city attractions.

UWM ELA students have many options to get involved on campus, such as recreational sports, free entrance to University Sporting events, interest clubs and campus events. UWM strives to be a place where all feel welcome and supported, invigorated and educated.

Study in the United States

Need to apply to UW-Milwaukee?

International Admissions is your portal to join the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee (UWM) community and earn a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree.

News & Announcements

Milwaukee Winter Activities

Our awesome Director – Brooke Haley created this list of some fun things to do in Milwaukee this winter season! Click through and see what you would like to do this winter break. Go Ice Skating at Red Arrow Park downtown… Read More

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Simple Past vs Present Perfect | Mini Lesson

English Verb Tenses: Simple Past vs. Present Perfect   Check out this awesome mini lesson one of our instructors created! You can get a pdf to work on here: Simple Past vs Present Perfect Worksheet Understanding when to use simple… Read More

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Giving Directions | Mini lesson

Giving Directions around Town and on Campus Listening & Speaking Practice Level: Beginner to Intermediate This lesson can be completed individually or in pairs, and is ideal if you are a Beginner Intermediate English learner. These activities are designed to… Read More

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