Mission Statement

The English Language Institute faculty at Arkansas Tech University prepares English language learners with the skills necessary to develop academic proficiency to successfully meet the demands and expectations of the college classroom. The Institute provides an effective academic curriculum that enables student learning and allows students to reach their academic goals.

General Information

If you plan to earn a college degree in the U.S. and want to improve your English prior to your enrollment, then the ELI is just the place for you. We hope this website will help you learn more about what the ELI at Arkansas Tech University has to offer just for you!

The English Language Institute at Arkansas Tech University has everything you need to become a great speaker of English...just see for yourself!

Our program promotes an excellent instructor-teacher ratio, approximately ten-fifteen students per class
Our Institute offers an intensive English language curriculum designed to prepare the student for university level academic courses
The courses cover English writing, grammar, reading, listening and note taking, and speaking skills in conjunction with cultural awareness skills, and we even offer several special courses including a film and music course
Students may choose to take only the intensive English language courses, or they may continue on with one of many academic programs available
Our qualified and experienced staff is here to not only help our students improve their English language skills, but also to help our students realize their personal and professional goals
Students who follow our course curriculum and scholastic recommendations usually show rapid improvement in communicative English skills
Computer based language learning is provided, and our new technology center offers the most up-to-date resources
Conversation partners are provided through the IMSSO for one-on-one English practice
Arkansas Tech University is an authorized TOEFL IBT Test Center, and TOEFL training is provided in the program
Arkansas Tech University is a great place to study! Our university is located in the beautiful Arkansas River Valley. There are many opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty of the area and to interact and practice English with native speakers. The university offers many activities such as sports, recreation, clubs, music, plays, trips and cultural activities.

For more information, please contact Ms. Donna Ogle, Coordinator, at dogle@atu.edu.