Application Process

Applying to the IEC is simple

  • Make sure you have the application materials listed on this page.
  • Open to all applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Application Deadline: One (1) month prior to your first session start date
  • The IEC is not currently offering all beginning levels of English. Currently the IEC is offering courses in intermediate to advances levels, CEFR B1 and above. Students who do not meet the minimum level may be transferred to a different program. View the minimum English proficiency levels here:
    Minimum English Proficiency

 

Apply to the Intensive English Program, Pathway to CU, Legal English

Summer/ Fall 2026 Application

Apply to the Au Pair Program

Spring 2026 Au Pair Application

Apply to an IEC Remote Course

IEC Remote Course Application

Standard Application Materials

  • Completed online application form
  • Application charges (all charges are non-refundable)
    • Application processing charge (required): $125
    • Application processing charge is waived for Pathway to CU applicants
  • Bank statement, letter verifying the availability of funds (from a bank), or financial guarantee letter from a sponsoring agency
  • Signed statement of financial support if you will be financially sponsored by a relative or friend
    • Financial documents must be dated no more than six months from the program start date on the I-20.
  • Photocopy of the identification page of your passport and any accompanying family members' passports
  • Photocopy of the identification pages of any dependents who will accompany you (if applicable)