Application Process

Applying to the IEC is simple

  • Make sure you have the application materials listed on this page.
  • You must be a high school graduate.
  • Application Deadline: One (1) month prior to your first session start date

  • The IEC is not currently offering all beginning levels of English. Applicants must have a minimum of a high beginner proficiency level to study at the IEC. Students who do not meet the minimum level may be transferred to a different program. Minimum English proficiency levels:

    IELTS score 3+
    Duolingo score of 55+
    TOEFLiBT score of 40+

 

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

Fall 2025/ Spring 2026 Application

Apply to the Au Pair Program

Fall 2025 Au Pair Application

Apply to the IEC Online Program

IEC Online Program 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)