Our Intensive English Program works with a variety of students. To find out more about eligibility in our program, please select your status from the list below.
- International Student (F1 visa holder)
- US Resident
- F2 visa holder
- B visa holder
- J1 visa holder
- Other visa holder
If you aren’t sure what your status is or don’t see your status listed, please email your questions to el-academy@uwm.edu.
International Student
Yes, international students that have graduated high school are eligible to apply.
International students require an F1 visa to come to the United States to study. The ELA program provides the I-20 document needed for the visa application.
US Resident
Yes, the ELA accepts US residents for the Intensive English Program that have graduated high school are eligible to apply.
US Residents are eligible to be full-time and part-time students in our program. Please see our sample schedule for our class times. We currently do not offer evening, weekend, or online classes.
F2 visa holder
Yes, F2 visa holders that have graduated high school are eligible to apply.
F2 visa holders are eligible to be part-time students in our program. Please see our sample schedule for our class times. We currently do not offer evening, weekend, or online classes.
B visa holder
Yes, B visa holders that have graduated high school are eligible to apply.
B visa holders have restrictions on enrollment and scheduling if accepted to the program.
J1 visa holder
Yes, J1 visa holders that have graduated high school are eligible to apply.
J1 visa holders are eligible to be part-time students in our program. Please see our sample schedule for our class times. We currently do not offer evening, weekend, or online classes.
Other Visa Holders
Other visas may have restrictions around educational programing.
Email el-academy@uwm.edu with your information. We will be able to advise your application process