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Course Information

Cost:
$ 699 (Required textbook is not included in cost)
$ 549 (Early Bird cost, required textbook is not included in cost)

Summer 2025

Foundations:
• Early Bird Deadline:
April 29, 2025
• Refund Deadline:
May 18, 2025
• Levels:
  ◦ Edinburg: Beginning - Ms. Duarte

Professional English:
• Early Bird Deadline:
May 14, 2025
• Refund Deadline:
June 2, 2025
• Levels:
  ◦ Edinburg: Advanced
  ◦ Brownsville: High Intermediate

Notes:
Students requiring accommodation should contact our office pewd@utrgv.edu to learn about the process.

Semi-Intensive English Program

The Semi-Intensive English Program equips English language learners with skills needed to further their education or career advancement. Each level is comprised of 40 hours of instruction in 8-weeks.

FOUNDATIONS

Build a strong foundation in English, enabling you to confidently communicate in everyday situations.

Details
• Days: Friday
• Schedule: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM (5 hours per week)
• Location: Brownsville and Edinburg, TX
• Hours of Instruction: 40

Application Information
Summer 2025
Program Details
Program Details
Levels and Sessions
Levels

PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH

Designed for those with intermediate to advanced English skills. This track enhances your language proficiency for professional environments.

Details
• Days: Saturday
• Schedule: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (5 hours per week)
• Location: Brownsville and Edinburg, TX
• Hours of Instruction: 40

Application Information
Summer 2025
Program Details
Program Details
Levels and Sessions
Levels

Application Process

Process Application Fee

  • • $75, non-refundable fee.

Complete Application

  • • Application link sent within 1 business day after application fee payment.
  • • Complete application within 7 days; $50 late fee applies after.

Complete English Placement Test

  • • Test link sent 2 business days after application completion.
  • • Must complete within 7 days; results valid for 6 months.

Enroll

  • • Pay for session via TouchNet within 7 days of level placement.
  • • $50 late fee applies after 7 days.
  • • Staff will provide alternatives if the level is unavailable.

Admission Requirements

  • Participants must be 18 years or older and have completed high school or equivalent.
  • U.S. Citizens or Resident Aliens should bring their birth certificate, resident alien card, or employment authorization letter.
  • To apply for an F-1 visa, international students must be Canadian or Mexican citizens and attend an ESL program within 75 miles of the U.S. border.

 

International Students

  • I-20 Eligibility Requirements. Statement of account with sufficient funds to cover tuition, books, housing, and health insurance.
  • Copy of passport (must be valid for at least 6 months.)
  • If requirements are met, an email with your I-20 form will be sent by one of our Designated School Officials.
  • SEVIS 1-901 Fee. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement requires all foreign students to complete an 1-901 fee before making an appointment at the U.S. Consulate.
  • Fee $350.
  • Please save and print your payment receipt.
  • Student Visa. Complete Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application – Form DS-160.
  • Schedule a visa interview appointment.
  • Pay the visa application processing fee of $185. Review country-specific instructions on the U.S. Embassy or Consulate website.
  • UTRGV English Language Proficiency. This exemption only applies to participants who successfully complete the Advanced level in the Intensive English Program.

 

Instructors

Alma Seong

Blanca Duarte

Roseann Castillo

James Harris