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Professional and Academic English Program (PAEP)

University of Pittsburgh English Language Institute

Pittsburgh campus — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Study Level
Foundation / Pathway · English as Second Language (ESL)
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
June 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 4,090
Application Fee
USD 150
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description The English Language Institute's Professional and Academic English program immerses students in culture and language experienced in academic and professional environments. This is an intensive, 6-week program developed by the ELI for international students who will attend graduate programs in the US or require English in a professional capacity. The program uses a variety of professional and academic content as the basis for English language classes. Content includes texts from journals and textbooks, lectures, research paper and report requirements, and work with librarians. PAEP is designed for students who have a high level of English proficiency.
Faculty / school
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Field of study
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Credential
English as Second Language (ESL)
Relationship
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 4,090
Application fee
USD 150
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

Institution fees are paid according to the institution's instructions. Any Eagle Link service fee is shown on an Eagle Link invoice before payment. See our Payments Policy.

Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
June 2027, June 2028, June 2029
Application deadline
1 May 2027
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Pittsburgh campus

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Cathedral of Learning, 4200 Fifth Ave Room 3203

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

Official source

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About the Institution

Since 1964, the English Language Institute (ELI) at the University of Pittsburgh has been teaching English as a second language courses for international students with a variety of language needs. The ELI has a rich assortment of courses to help students reach their educational goals. The English Language Institute (ELI) provides courses for international students who want to improve their English for academic, professional, or personal reasons. Located on the Pittsburgh campus of the University of Pittsburgh, the ELI provides students with an opportunity to experience life on an American univ...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.