The Intensive English Program (IEP) is designed for students who wish to communicate effectively in English for a variety of personal and academic purposes. IEP students develop a broad understanding of language and culture that will allow them to effectively pursue everyday needs and prepare them for higher-level language study. The IEP offers 23 hours of classes per week and five proficiency levels of study on a semester system. There are three sessions offered each year:

Curriculum :
Fundamental (level 1) and Basic (level 2) courses:

Reading and Vocabulary (8 hours per week)

Listening & Speaking (7 hours per week)

Writing & Grammar (8 hours per week)

Intermediate (level 3), High Intermediate (level 4), and Advanced (level 5) courses:

Integrated Skills: Reading & Writing (8 hours per week)

Integrated Skills: Listening & Speaking (7 hours per week)

Grammar in Context (4 hours per week)

My-Track Elective Course (students choose one - 4 hours per week)

English for Business

English for Science & Engineering

English for Social Science

English for Campus & Community Engagement

Living on campus lets you spend more time doing what you want to do and less time doing things like commuting or cooking. With all that extra time, hit up some valuable academic resources nearby.

Residence halls close to academic buildings

Study rooms in your hall for maximum focus

Meal plan options with quick and delicious food

Free bus transportation to get around campus and Lincoln

The campus is close to downtown Lincoln. You can see the city in a short walk from campus activities such as Husker games and campus nightlife. There are nearby trails for running, biking, roller skating or long boarding.

-Courtyards and Village are the perfect spaces for the independent student. Courtyards is located close to the heart of campus and next to the Willa Cather Dining Complex. The Village features its own convenience store and is a short walk away from the Outdoor Adventure Center and the Rec Center. Both feature a full-sized kitchen, bathroom and private bedrooms, and are open over breaks.

-2- and 4-bedroom units available for returning students

-Suite-style living offers the flexibility that any returning student would enjoy. Kick back in the comfort of your private bedroom. Choose a meal plan option that fits your dining style. Head over to the Cather Dining Center when you're feeling hungry! Suite-style housing is open over breaks.

Knoll Residential Center is reserved for Honors Program students.

Enjoy easy access to all your East Campus classes while living in spacious apartments in Massengale Residential Center. These apartment-style rooms have private bedrooms, in-unit bathrooms and full-size kitchens. The hall is open over breaks.

Beautiful landscaped courtyard with firepit

Located steps from East Campus Union, Dairy Store, Rec and Wellness Center and the CY Thompson Library

2- and 4-bedroom units available to returning students