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ISU’s Intensive English Institute (IEI)

Intensive English Institute (IEI) provides English language instruction for international students who wish to study in a comprehensive, academically rigorous program. All classes are taught by instructors with advanced degrees, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) credentials, and relevant experience.

The IEI offers five sessions per year. Each session lasts eight weeks. We accept new students for each session.

IEI Sessions 2025 – 2026

Session Dates Placement Test and Registration
Fall 1 August 25 – October 17, 2025 August 21 – 22, 2025
Fall 2 October 20 – December 19, 2025 October 16 – 17, 2025
Spring 1 January 12 – March 6, 2026 January 8 – 9, 2026
Spring 2 March 9 – May 8, 2026 March 5 – 6, 2026
Summer May 18 – July 10, 2026 May 14 – 15, 2026