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Learn English in one year through our CEA-accredited English Language Program.
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Ready to learn English? We’re here to help.

 

ELP Scholarship Opportunities

Find out how to apply for scholarships available for new students who have not taken an English Language Program class previously.

 

VCU English Language Program Courses

Intensive Courses Program Dates

Summer I 2025 Session

First Day of Class: May 19
Last Day of Class: August 8
Placement Test: May 13

Summer II 2025 Session

First Day of Class: June 16
Last Day of Class: August 8
Placement Test: June 10

 

Fall I 2025 Session

First Day of Class: October 13
Last Day of Class: December 16
Placement Test: October 7

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Intensive Courses Program Costs

Full-time Enrollment (22 credits): $5,170
Other Expenses (housing and health insurance): $8,824
Total Estimated Cost for full-time enrollment: $15,554

Other Fees
Application Fee: $70
Placement Test Fee: $100

Part-time Enrollment: $235 per credit

 

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Placement Test

You are required to take the English Language Placement Test if:
  • You want to study in the English Language Program.
  • You are admitted to VCU but need to satisfy the English language requirement.
The English Language Program placement test is very important because it determines a student's initial placement in the English Language Program.
 

Placement test information

 
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