Online programs
Online Programs Spring 2026
Master the pronunciation patterns of North American English so you can speak more clearly, listen more effectively, and communicate with confidence.
This 8-week Legal English course develops reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills for legal contexts. Through case-based learning and interactive activities, students interpret legal texts, master essential terminology, and practice writing clear, concise legal documents. Seminar discussions and Socratic questioning strengthen oral communication, while a focus on critical thinking and professional language use prepares students for success in their LLM studies.
Improve your English, make new friends, and expand your skill set, all in the convenience of your own home!
The IEC is proud to present its high quality language courses in an online format.
Attend scheduled classes with an instructor twice a week and complete additional coursework online at your convenience. Choose from courses targeting specific language skills - writing, reading, listening, and speaking - or courses that help you build your English communication skills while exploring a variety of interesting topics.
For each course, you will meet with an instructor and classmates at a scheduled time online on Zoom (synchronous), and complete additional coursework on your own time (asynchronous.)
All dates and times are based on class times in Boulder, Colorado. Please check here to convert to your local time.
IEC Online 10-week Schedule
| Name | Dates | Days | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online North American English Pronunciation for Academic & Professional Success | February 2 - April 16 | Tuesday & Thursday | 08:00 - 09:15 (Boulder) |
Spring 2 2026 Schedule
| Name | Dates | Days | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Legal English for LLM Success | March 3 - April 30 | Tuesday & Thursday | 17:00 - 18:30 (Boulder) |
Take our online placement test to find out your English proficiency level. The test includes sections in Reading Comprehension, Listening, and Grammar. Once you complete your application, you will receive an email with a link and password to take the test.
Dates
| Course Name | Session | Start Date (Colorado time) | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online North American English Pronunciation for Academic & Professional Success | IEC Online 10-week | February 2 | April 16 |
| Online Legal English for LLM Success | Spring 2 2026 | March 3 | April 30 |
Prices
| Course | INTRODUCTORY Cost |
|---|---|
| Online North American English Pronunciation for Academic & Professional Success | $725 |
| Online Legal English for LLM Success | $750 |
No. The IEC's online courses do not satisfy English proficiency requirements for admission to any degree program at CU Boulder. For more information about the English proficiency requirements at CU Boulder please visit the International Admissions page at CU Boulder.