Academic English

The academically-rigorous program provides high-quality English language instruction and the skills to succeed at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. The program has received notable accreditation by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) for upholiding standards of academic excellence.

NEW: Academic English 2.0 Our updated Academic English program features:

• Guaranteed study plan: placement assurance based on qualifying scores within a year of program start
• Tracked progress: steady advancement at each level (approximately 10 TOEFL/.5 IELTS points per semester)
• Improved level transfer: portability of levels across our US partners
• Academic study plan calculator: input your program and English scores to receive an estimated study plan indicating your study duration

Course length description:

• Spring: 15 weeks (including orientation)
• Summer: 14 weeks (including orientation)
• Fall: 15 weeks (including orientation)