Continuing Education Programs& Professional Development
Continuing Education Programs& Professional Development
Academic Skills, Test Prep, Student Visa F1 & Teaching ESL
International English Language Institute (IELI)
(IELI) is part of Continuing Education Programs at Hunter College of the City University of New York (CUNY), offering courses in English as a Second Language (ESL) in the heart of Manhattan since 1950. The IELI offers courses ranging from Beginner English to Bridge-to-College Level English. We enroll New York City residents, visitors on tourist visas, diplomats, and international students with the aim of preparing students to enter American college or university and business situations by developing accuracy, fluency, and confidence. We are authorized to issue I-20 forms. View the 2024 Catalog (PDF).
Program Information
- Who are IELI students? The IELI is truly international and has students from all over the world. If you are preparing to enter university or graduate school, living and working in New York, or just visiting New York for a short time, we can help you develop fluency, accuracy and confidence in using English. See scholarship opportunities
- Who is our Faculty? All hold a Master's degree in Teaching English as a Second Language or a closely related field. They use multimedia, the internet, Hunter's computer labs and library, and New York City's cultural resources to prepare students for their future academic, social, and professional lives. Meet the IELI Faculty
- Where is the IELI?Hunter College is located in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side. We're convenient to public transportation, Central Park, shopping, restaurants, museums and theaters. The IELI's office is on the 10th floor in the East Building, at 68th Street and Lexington Avenue. Explore the Hunter College campus
- When can I study at the IELI?The IELI has weekday morning, afternoon, and evening classes. We also have a Saturday morning and afternoon program. Private Lessons can be arranged at your convenience.
- Visit the CE News Center for IELI Program News, Events, Announcements, Workshops, & Networking Opportunities.
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IELI Course and Program Information
Academic Skills Program
The Academic Skills Program's supportive and challenging environment provides intensive English instruction in the skills required for success in American colleges or graduate programs.
Student Visa-F1
This module focuses on a wide range of grammar teaching techniques and their real-life, eclectic application and assessment in the language learning classroom.
Test Preparation
This module focuses on both the appropriate choice and creation of curriculum and materials for skill-based and content-based courses through practical application and assessment in the classroom.
Placement Test
This placement test is for us to determine your level of English proficiency. You may register for a placement test below.
Private Lessons
customize your academic experience to suit your personal needs.
Summer at IELi in New York
Join us in July 2024 for the International English Language Institute (IELI) intensive summer English language program at Hunter Continuing Education.
Teaching English Language Institute
The Hunter College Teaching English Language Institute is an innovative program designed to support English teachers in the United States and around the world.
Scholarship Opportunities
The Career Success Scholarship, which is generously supported by the Helena Rubinstein Foundation, is the first such program at CUNY that is just for individuals enrolling in continuing education programs.
Meet the IELI Faculty
IELI Faculty hold Master degrees in Teaching English as a Second Language or a closely related field.
I-20 Application Info
New students attending classes at Hunter College in the heart of New York City can apply by completing the Student F-1 Visa Application in their home country before traveling to the United States.
Transfer Students
Transfer Information for International Students wishing to obtain an F-1 student Visa status.
Change of Status
This is for people who are currently in the U.S. on a B1/B2 visitor visa, J-1, or another type of non-immigrant visa and would like to change their status to F-1 student status while they are in the U.S.