English Language Institute

Welcome to the English Language Institute (ELI)


Our institute offers a diverse range of high-quality intensive English programs designed to meet the needs of students, business professionals, and language enthusiasts from around the world. Whether you're preparing for university studies in the United States, enhancing your English skills for career advancement, or simply looking to improve your language proficiency, the ELI provides comprehensive courses tailored to your goals and proficiency levels.

With our experienced faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and vibrant campus community, we offer an immersive learning experience that goes beyond the classroom, including cultural events, trips, and activities that enrich your time at the University of Delaware.

Latest News
  • Alumni Spotlight: Wanning Wang

    Alumni Spotlights

    May 05, 2026 | Written by CAS Communication Staff
    Meet English Language Institute alumna Wanning Wang, a UD statistics senior from China, and learn how the ELI program helped her adjust to college life in the US.
  • Current Student Spotlight: Merve

    May 04, 2026 | Written by Kaitlyn Diehl
    Meet Merve from Nevşehir, Turkey, and learn how the University of Delaware's English Language Institute helped her build confidence, improve her English, and prepare for future PhD study.
  • Laura Carlson inaugurated as UD’s 29th president

    April 18, 2026 | Written by Amy Wolf
    Campus-wide celebration highlighted University’s forward-focused chapter driven by shared purpose and community.
  • Alumni Spotlights

    April 14, 2026 | Written by CAS Communication Staff
    Alumni Spotlights celebrate the journeys of former ELI students and the lasting impact their experiences have had on their academic, professional and personal lives.

Upcoming Events

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