Summer Sessions &
Lifelong Learning

Form DS-2019 for use in applying for the J-1 Exchange Visitor Nondegree Student visa may be issued if the student has over half of the funding for their academic program provided by sources other than personal or family.  Non-personal or family funding may be in the form of government or school grants.  Government loans are considered personal funding. 

This intensive program combines demanding English language coursework in the classroom with opportunities to practice language skills while exploring Alaska. This academic program is designed for students who demonstrate a high-level-beginning to low-level-advanced proficiency with English language and plan to attend a university in the United States. The courses are structured to meet the language needs of an individual in an academic setting and to prepare students for the TOEFL. Students in the program will be provided with the opportunity to register to take the TOEFL on the UAF Campus at the end of the intensive summer program. The program costs $4050 US.

Please download the 2013 Intensive English Language Program Brochure (pdf) for additional information.

Note: The application deadline has been extended to March 15, 2013.

English Language Requirements for the Intensive English Language Program

Before your I-20 certificate of eligibility can be issued, we must receive documentation of your English language proficiency.

International students from partner schools must have

• an IBT TOEFL score of 60 or greater
  -OR-
• an IELTS score of 6.0 or greater

International students who are not from partner schools may come for IELP with

• an IBT TOEFL score of 55 or greater
  -OR-
• an IELTS score of 5.5 or greater

For more information on taking the TOEFL  and the IELTS, go to their websites or contact an English Language Program in your home country.

Educational Requirements To Apply to Intensive English Language Program

All international students must have completed secondary school in their home country, documentation may be required with the application.

If you meet the above requirements , you may complete the Intensive English Language Program application

Note: The application deadline has been extended to March 15, 2013.

Passport and Visa Requirements 

In order to apply for a U.S. F-1 visa, you must

• Receive your I-20 Certificate of Eligibility from UAF
• Have a valid passport for the length of your stay in the U.S.
• Pay the U.S. government SEVIS fee at least 3 days before your visa appointment. Information is available here.
• Schedule your visa appointment at the U.S. embassy or consulate closest to where you live. Specific visa requirements may vary depending on your home country. For more information on your visa requirements, go to the US embassy in your home country. You can find locations and information through the US Department of State Website.
• Note for Canadian students : Canadian citizens are not required to have a U.S. visa to enter the U.S. You must pay the SEVIS fee at least 3 days before entering the U.S. and must show your I-20 Certificate of Eligibility to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.

If you have questions, please contact UAF's Office of International Program

F-1 status: Under current immigration regulations, you may take classes at other U.S. schools without additional immigration authorization.

Registration: International students currently IN the United States can register the same way that other summer UAF students register. Go to our registration pagefor detailed instructions on registration.

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Dates and Deadlines

Tuition and Fees

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