English Language Program
Just 25 miles from Chicago, PNW’s English Language Program offers a range of programs to build English-language skills and deepen your cultural understanding.
ELP and COVID-19 Update
Spring 2022 Semester
- All ELP classes are now being offered in-person. Please email elp@pnw.edu or call 219-989-2502 with any questions.
- Placement Exam for the Spring Semester 2022: Wednesday, January 5 at 9 a.m. in room CLO 263
- Orientation and Class Schedules: Friday, January 7 at 10 a.m. in CLO 263
Summer 2022 Dates
June 13 to August 5, 2022
- Placement Exam: Thursday, June 9 at 10 a.m. in CLO 263
Fall 2022 Dates
- Placement Exam: Wednesday, August 17 at 10 a.m. in CLO 263
- ELP Schedules and Orientation: Friday, August 19 at 10 a.m. in CLO 263
- Classes begin on Monday, August 22 at 9:30 a.m.

Intensive English Program
Just 25 miles from Chicago, our CEA-accredited program will help you develop the English-language skills needed to succeed in university studies at PNW or other English-speaking universities.

Pathway Programs
This one-semester program lets undergraduate and graduate students with advanced English proficiency take English Language Program classes in combination with credit-bearing university classes.
Resources

Summer Language and Culture Program
Improve your English-language skills through classroom instruction and cultural activities in the Chicagoland area!

Our dedicated team is ready to help you develop the English language skills needed to succeed in university studies!

We enhance the academic, cultural and social pursuits of students and scholars from abroad.