2023 In-Person Summer Study

ELC summer programs are divided by skill level.    The ELC program for beginner and intermediate students takes place in June.    The ELC program for advanced students takes place in July.  Therefore, summer program applicants or participants should have a test score (TOEFL, IELTS or the RIT English Language Exam) to become eligible for a summer program.

RIT students who are admitted to a degree program can be enrolled in ELC courses by simply emailing ritelc@rit.edu.    Non-degree English language students can apply via the ELC application page. 

Summer In-Person Advanced & Academic English (Late Summer)

Academic preparation courses for both Graduate and Undergraduate study

• Classes begin July 10 and end August 4, 2023
• Three offered courses focus on academic and professional language skills. 
  
  • Spoken communication
  • Writing and reading
  • Analysis of academic discourse
• Each course meets 10 hours per week
• Each course costs $2184
• Completion of courses meets RIT admission standards
• Students on F-1 study visas must take at least two courses to maintain visa status
• Minimum TOEFL of 60/ IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent on the RIT English Language exam

Summer In-Person Beginner & Intermediate English (Early Summer)

Courses build English language skills especially for students want to prepare for university or work

• Classes begin June 5 and end June 30, 2023
• Three offered courses focus on language development 
  
  • Speaking and interaction
  • Writing and reading
  • Grammar
• Each course meets 10 hours per week
• Each course costs $2184
• After completing one level, students may continue at a higher level in the Fall semester
• Students on F-1 study visas must take at least two courses to maintain visa status
• Students who want to complete a proficiency level in the program must take all three courses
• Designed for students below TOEFL of 60 or IELTS of 6.5

Online summer courses are available only for Graduate students who are preparting to enter a degree program.  Please see the Graduate Online Study page for more information.