English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina is the only English-language program currently in our Columbia listings, independent or university-run, school-reported weekly class load 20.
- Location
- Columbia, SC
- School-reported weekly class load
- 20Unit length varies; confirm with the school
- Accreditation
- CEA site 103
- Can issue a Form I-20
- SEVP match: University of South Carolina, SEVP ATL214F01395001. Confirm this course’s I-20 eligibility with the school.
- Record date
The record date describes our overall review, not a new verification of every field. A source link alone does not confirm current terms.
- Tuition: School source available; current terms not independently recheckedView source
- Weekly class load: School source available; current terms not independently recheckedView source
- Start dates: No school source recorded for this detail
English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina tuition and fees
| Option | Length | Class load/week | Tuition | Listed total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | 8 weeks | 20 | $2,560 | $3,060 |
Application or registration charge: $125. Confirm the refund terms with the school.
Program details to confirm
The future-student table lists $2,560 tuition plus $500 campus fees per term, a $3,060 subtotal before medical insurance, the separate nonrefundable $125 application fee, and other living costs. The application fee covers the applied-for term and one deferral; later deferrals need another fee. The school says a tuition deposit is refundable only if the visa is denied within five months of payment, less a $25 administrative processing fee; the deposit amount is not stated here. The program description states eight-week terms with 7.5 weeks of instruction and 20 instructional hours per week. Check the dates for your specific intake; calendar dates and instructional weeks are different measures.
Monday to Thursday 9:00–15:00, Friday 9:00–12:00.
Do you need a visa for this program?
The school reports a weekly class load of 20; its unit may not equal 60 minutes. For this course at English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina, a weekly hour count does not by itself establish permission to study as a visitor. Language training generally uses the student route; the visitor exception is limited to a short recreational, non-credit course during a tourist visit. Confirm the actual course and your circumstances before booking.
Review visa questionsHow this compares
At $320 a week this is number 51 of the 96 programs whose tuition we have confirmed, cheaper than 45 of the others, against a median of $319. The nearest few:
- English Language Center, University of Wyoming$319
- UCEDA International - Stamford, CT$320
- English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina$320
- English Language Institute at The University of Alabama$335
- The English Language Institute, Valdosta State University$338
Lower-tuition programs in South Carolina
These programs have a lower calculated weekly tuition figure in the same state, based on information published by the schools. Course length, fees, class load, housing and admission terms may differ, so this is a tuition comparison, not a total-cost ranking.
- Agape English Language Institute$289/week
Before you apply to English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina
Check the exact course and intake with the school before paying. Our listing does not submit an application or confirm an offer of admission.
- Ask for the next available start date and application deadline.
- Ask about entry age, English-level placement and any course-specific requirements.
- Ask what housing is available, its total cost and the commute to your actual classroom.
- Read the cancellation and refund terms before making a payment.
- If you need F-1 status, ask whether this campus and this exact course can issue a Form I-20. A school-level SEVP match does not establish course eligibility.
Choosing within Columbia
This is the only English-language program currently in our Columbia listings. Our directory may not include every local option; ask about alternatives and transfer conditions before committing. South Carolina has 3 in total, view our state listings.
Accreditation
Accredited by the CEA, site 103, next reviewed April 2035. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. Accreditation and SEVP certification are separate checks; confirm the specific campus and course’s I-20 eligibility with the school. Checked against the Commission's own list, 8 September 2026.
Not confirmed in our record
- term start dates
Common questions
How much does English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina cost?
$320 a week, calculated from the $2,560 published for its 8-week "Term". School source dated September 8, 2026; confirm current prices and conditions with the school.
Do you need an F-1 visa to study at English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina?
For a course at English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina, a weekly hour count does not by itself establish permission to study as a visitor. Language training generally uses the student route; the visitor exception is limited to a short recreational, non-credit course during a tourist visit. Confirm the actual course and your circumstances before booking.
Is English Programs for Internationals, University of South Carolina accredited?
Yes, accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation as site 103, next reviewed April 2035. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. SEVP certification and I-20 eligibility require a separate check.