About Our Program

Individualized Programs

• 6 levels of instruction from beginning to advanced
• courses in speaking, listening, reading, writing, U.S. culture, current events, pronunciation, study skills
• programs for academic and professional purposes
• proficiency test upon arrival to determine your program of study
• classroom activities with American students
• opportunity to take regular university classes in addition to ESL classes
• general education credit given to undergraduate students for successful completion of two courses at level 6

Experienced Staff and Modern Facilities

• small classes with students from all parts of the world
• individual academic advising
• language laboratory
• free private tutors

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse is an accredited university

• member of the highly respected University of Wisconsin System
• a friendly, diverse population of 9,300 students
• 119-acre park-like campus located in a residential section of the city
• use of university health center, library and recreational facilities
• participation in university social clubs and organizations
• reasonable tuition and on-campus housing costs

La Crosse, Wisconsin - a friendly, safe community

• mid-sized city (51,000) located in western Wisconsin on the Mississippi River
• unique scenic beauty
• wide variety of seasonal recreational activities
• regional center for shopping, business, industry, health care, and education
• numerous cultural events and festivities throughout the year
• within easy traveling distance to major cities, including Minneapolis and Chicago

Extra features - for a successful experience

• one-week orientation program before classes begin
• free transportation to campus from the La Crosse airport, bus station, or train depot when you arrive
• opportunity to share your culture through participation in
  
  
  • La Crosse Friends of International Students (friendship families)
  • International Student Organization
  • Global Link (volunteer speakers bureau)
  • LIFE - La Crosse International Friendship Exchange (An organization for domestic students and international students)

• personalized advising and admission assistance from the Office of International Education

For application materials for the ESL Institute at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, please contact the Office of International Education.