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
  • Mohammed Alharbi holds up two awards around his next while wearing a jiu-jitsu uniform after a competition.

    Alumni Spotlight: Mohammad Alharbi

    August 17, 2026 | Written by CAS Communication Staff
    Meet English Language Institute alumnus Mohammad Alharbi, a current student at the University of Delaware pursuing a degree in engineering. In the future, he plans to start his own business while building his jiu-jitsu skills.
  • Alumni Spotlight: Lena Alrowais

    August 10, 2026 | Written by CAS Communication Staff
    Meet English Language Institute alumna Lena Alrowais, who graduated from the University of Delaware in 2026 with a Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science. Lena attended the ELI in the first cohort of female students sent through Saudi Arabia's SABIC program. After graduating, she pursued a computer science degree at UD as well as founded the Saudi Student Association – the first ever UD club for Saudi Arabian students.
  • Alumni Spotlight: Salem Almutairi

    July 30, 2026 | Written by CAS Communication Staff
    Meet English Language Institute alumni Salem Almutairi, a sophmore at UD studying English literature.
  • Learning English Across Generations

    July 21, 2026 | Written by Kaitlyn Diehl
    The ELI offers a variety of programs and accommodates students of all ages, which has given us the exciting opportunity to serve multiple generations within the same family. This is the case with ELI alumna Emily Liu and her mother Lanzhu Liu; while Emily wanted to learn English to broaden her skillset for her career, her mom wanted to learn English to be able to travel in her retirement. The ELI met both goals.

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