T h e  U n i v e r s i t y  o f  T e x a s - P a n  A m e r i c a n
E n g l i s h  L a n g u a g e  I n s t i t u t e

2009 - 2010 Calendar
 I N T E N S I V E   P R O G R A M

1201 W. University Drive/Lamar Bldg. Rm #1 * Edinburg, Texas 78539-2999
Telephones: (956) 381-2133 or 316-7101 * Fax: (956) 384-5001
Email: eli@utpa.edu * Webpage: www.utpa.edu/eli  

Session

Course Dates

Registration Deadline

Mandatory Testing Deadline

Tuition (USD)
Fall I 2009 *Aug 31 to Oct 22 August 20 August 21 $1,225.00
Fall II 2009 *Oct 26 to Dec 17 October 15 October 16 $1,225.00
Spring I 2010  Jan 04 to Feb 25 December 10 December 11 $1,225.00
Spring II 2010 *Mar 01 to April 29 February 18 February 19 $1,225.00
Summer I 2010 *May 03 to Jun 24 April 22 April 23 $1,225.00
Summer II 2010  Jul 12 to Jul 30 June 24 June 25 $850.00
A late fee of $50.00 (USD) will apply after the registration deadlines.
Prices and dates are subject to change.
* Holiday will be observed. Dates will be announced at the beginning of the session.
Updated: 12/04/2008

General Information

1) Tuition does not include books, materials, housing and medical insurance.
2) Register before the deadlines to avoid late charges and delays in registration.
3) Space is limited.
4) Class Schedule:
Monday thru Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Summer II: Monday thru Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
5) Admission Requirements: Student must be 17 years of age or older and have completed high school or equivalent.
Summer II: 8 years and older (no exceptions)
6) Campus Dormitories: 18 years or older may stay in the dormitories.
7) Refunds will be given only before the starting date of the program. 
Refunds require 4-6 weeks to process.  Only applicants who cannot be placed in existing levels will be given a full refund.  $100(US) and any late fees are non-refundable.
8) US citizens or Resident Aliens should bring their birth certificate, resident alien card or employment authorization letter.
9) The department of Homeland Security requires all foreign students to pay a fee of $200.00 (US) either by mail or via the internet, and fill out a form I-901 before making an appointment at the American Consulate.


The ELI is a member of TESOL and NAFSA.