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University of Colorado Boulder International English Center

Intensive English Program

Boulder, CO

University of Colorado Boulder International English Center is the only English-language program currently in our Boulder listings, independent or university-run, school-reported weekly class load 20.

Location
Boulder, CO
School-reported weekly class load
20Unit length varies; confirm with the school
Accreditation
CEA site 86
Can issue a Form I-20
SEVP match: University of Colorado Boulder, SEVP DEN214F00739000. Confirm this course’s I-20 eligibility with the school.
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University of Colorado Boulder International English Center tuition and fees

School source dated September 15, 2026. Rates shown are for 2026-2027. Totals cover the listed items only; additional required fees and living expenses may apply. Weekly class-load figures use each school's unit and are not converted to 60-minute hours. Source.
OptionLengthClass load/weekTuitionListed total
Full-time Intensive English, 8-week session8 weeks20$4,270$4,400
Full-time short-term session4 weeks20$2,135$2,200
Part-time, 4 hours per week, 8-week session8 weeks4$984
Part-time, 16 hours per week, 8-week session8 weeks16$3,546

Program details to confirm

The eight-week full-time total adds $4,270 tuition and $130 in mandatory charges; the four-week total adds $2,135 tuition and $65 in mandatory charges. Housing, meals, insurance, books, supplies and personal expenses are separate estimates. Part-time rates between the displayed endpoints are available on the source page. Conditional community and family discounts are not applied.

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 University of Colorado Boulder International English Center, 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.

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How this compares

At $534 a week this is number 80 of the 96 programs whose tuition we have confirmed, cheaper than 16 of the others, against a median of $319. The nearest few:

  1. New England School of English$499
  2. Dallas Baptist University$513
  3. University of Colorado Boulder International English Center$534
  4. Michigan State University English Language Center$550
  5. ELS La Verne$570

Lower-tuition programs in Colorado

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.

Recorded start dates and timing

  • Fall 2, 2026: to 2026-12-11
  • Spring 1, 2027: to 2027-02-26
  • Spring 2, 2027: to 2027-04-30

Dates can change and may depend on placement or application deadlines. Check the school's dates page

Before you apply to University of Colorado Boulder International English Center

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 about entry age, English-level placement and any course-specific requirements.
  • Ask for the application charge and every mandatory fee in writing.
  • 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.

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Choosing within Boulder

This is the only English-language program currently in our Boulder listings. Our directory may not include every local option; ask about alternatives and transfer conditions before committing. Colorado has 4 in total, view our state listings.

Accreditation

Accredited by the CEA, site 86, next reviewed April 2036. 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.

Common questions

How much does University of Colorado Boulder International English Center cost?

$534 a week, calculated from the $4,270 published for its 8-week "Full-time Intensive English, 8-week session". School source dated September 15, 2026; confirm current prices and conditions with the school.

Do you need an F-1 visa to study at University of Colorado Boulder International English Center?

For a course at University of Colorado Boulder International English Center, 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 University of Colorado Boulder International English Center accredited?

Yes, accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation as site 86, next reviewed April 2036. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. SEVP certification and I-20 eligibility require a separate check.