IELTS Preparation Course
IELTS Preparation Course
The IELTS Preparation course develops students’ language and test-taking skills for the IELTS examination.
Open to full- and part-time ELI students or as a standalone course.
For levels 4, 5 and 6.
Course objectives
- Familiarize students with the format and directions of the test;
- Practice the types of questions that are asked in each section;
- Develop the English language skills that are necessary to be successful on the test.
We will focus on answering the reading section, improving listening comprehension, addressing the speaking prompts, and writing the data commentary.
In addition, we will use exercises and practice IELTS tests to develop specific areas of English and test taking skills.
Dates
IELTS Preparation follows the session calendar, and will be offered based on enrollment.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:45-2:15 p.m. (Eastern).
Please contact eli-admissions@udel.edu for more information.
Price
Price for upcoming sessions: $386
Taking the IELTS
There are no centers in Delaware or Maryland. The closest centers are in Philadelphia.
A note about visa requirements
Online sections of the course are available to all students anywhere in the world!
Please note that, when offered in person, this course alone does not satisfy the requirements for meeting the minimum hours of study required on a student visa.
Most students in the in-person IELTS preparation course are also enrolled in the Intensive English Program and meet the requirements necessary to obtain a student visa.
How to Sign Up
To sign up for the IELTS Preparation Course, email us at:
Session Calendar
Academic Year 2026-2027
| Application Deadline* | Orientation Dates** | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 5 2026 - 7 weeks | |||
| March 31, 2026 | April 30-May 1, 2026 | May 4, 2026 | June 18, 2026 |
| Session 6 2026 – 7 weeks | |||
| May 24, 2026 | June 25-26, 2026 | June 29, 2026 | August 14, 2026 |
| Session 1 2026 — 8 weeks | |||
| July 23, 2026 | August 18–20, 2026 | August 24, 2026 | October 14, 2026 |
| Session 2 2026 — 7 weeks | |||
| September 17, 2026 | October 14–15, 2026 | October 19, 2026 | December 9, 2026 |
| Session 3 2027 — 7 weeks | |||
| December 9, 2026 | January 4, 2027 |
January 5, 2027 | February 18, 2027 |
| Session 4 2027 — 8 weeks | |||
| January 28, 2027 | February 25–26, 2027 | March 2, 2027 | April 22, 2027 |
| Session 5 2027 — 7 weeks | |||
| April 2, 2027 | April 29–April 30, 2027 | May 4, 2027 | June 15, 2027 |
| Session 6 2027 — 7 weeks | |||
| May 28, 2027 | June 24-25, 2027 | June 29, 2027 | August 12, 2027 |
*Note: Application deadlines for in-person study are normally one month prior to the beginning of the next session unless we reach full enrollment before the deadline. Please apply as soon as possible in order to have the best chance of attending the ELI during the session of your choice.
**Note about arrival: All students are required to attend the ELI for all activities on all orientation days. Failure to attend as of the first day will result in a $100 late arrival fee and/or being deferred to a future session of study.
Note about holidays:
The ELI follows the UD policy regarding religious observances.
A comprehensive list of observances can be found on Interfaith Calendar http://www.interfaith-calendar.org/.
