University of Dayton Intensive English Program
Dayton, OH
University of Dayton Intensive English Program is the only English-language program currently in our Dayton listings, independent or university-run, school-reported weekly class load 18.
- Location
- Dayton, OH
- School-reported weekly class load
- 18Unit length varies; confirm with the school
- Accreditation
- CEA site 411
- Can issue a Form I-20
- SEVP match: University of Dayton, SEVP CLE214F10200000. 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: Detail checked 2026-09-15View source
- Weekly class load: Detail checked 2026-09-15View source
- Start dates: Detail checked 2026-09-15View source
University of Dayton Intensive English Program tuition and fees
| Option | Length | Class load/week | Tuition | Listed total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time minimum load, 18 credit hours | 7 weeks | 18 | $3,384 | |
| Full-time maximum load, 24 credit hours | 7 weeks | 21 | $4,512 |
Program details to confirm
The school charges $188 per IEP credit hour and says a full-time seven-week load is 18 to 24 credit hours, depending on initial placement. The displayed tuition endpoints are calculations from those published inputs. A $25 general university fee is separate, as are health insurance, housing, meals and textbooks. IEP course credits do not count toward an academic degree. Summer availability must be confirmed with the program.
Full-time core instruction is 18 hours at pre-academic and basic levels and 21 hours at intermediate through graduate-academic levels; new students also take a three-hour first-term experience course.
Do you need a visa for this program?
The school reports a weekly class load of 18; its unit may not equal 60 minutes. For this course at University of Dayton Intensive English Program, 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 $645 a week this is number 93 of the 96 programs whose tuition we have confirmed, cheaper than 3 of the others, against a median of $319. The nearest few:
- ELS Houston$570
- English Language Institute, UC San Diego$586
- University of Dayton Intensive English Program$645
- WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute$660
- American Language Program, Columbia University$922
Lower-tuition programs in Ohio
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.
- American Language Institute, University of Toledo$400/week
- ELS Cincinnati$570/week
Recorded start dates and timing
- Fall B 2026: to 2026-12-07
- Spring A 2027: to 2027-03-01
- Spring B 2027: to 2027-05-03
Dates can change and may depend on placement or application deadlines. Check the school's dates page
Before you apply to University of Dayton Intensive English Program
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.
Choosing within Dayton
This is the only English-language program currently in our Dayton listings. Our directory may not include every local option; ask about alternatives and transfer conditions before committing. Ohio has 8 in total, view our state listings.
Accreditation
Accredited by the CEA, site 411, next reviewed December 2032. 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 Dayton Intensive English Program cost?
$645 a week, calculated from the $4,512 published for its 7-week "Full-time maximum load, 24 credit hours". 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 Dayton Intensive English Program?
For a course at University of Dayton Intensive English Program, 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 Dayton Intensive English Program accredited?
Yes, accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation as site 411, next reviewed December 2032. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. SEVP certification and I-20 eligibility require a separate check.