English Language Institute (ELI) Program

The goal of the Carson-Newman English Language Institute is to increase the English language proficiency of non-native English speakers to the level needed for study at a college or university in the United States. Full-time students enrolled in the ELI receive 25 hours per week of instruction in reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and American culture.

Carson-Newman’s program is characterized by:

• Low student/teacher ratio.
• Personal attention.
• Computer-assisted instruction.
• Integrated activities with native English speakers (sports, music, clubs, and conversation partners).
• Current instructional methods and materials.
• Academic credit earned toward bachelor’s degree.
• Visitation of college classes.