English language programs in Illinois
English language programs in Illinois: locations, I-20 records and costs
Illinois is largely a Chicago story. 5 of its 11 programs are there, and the remaining 6 are spread across 5 other cities. Use the school records below to compare what is documented, then ask each school about dates, course fit, housing and the full cost.
10 of 11 listings have confirmed SEVP matches. CEA accreditation, EnglishUSA membership and SEVP certification are separate checks. Confirm the specific school and campus in the DHS school search and ask its designated school official about Form I-20 eligibility.
English language programs in Illinois at a glance
- Programs
- 11
- Cities
- 6
- University or college
- 3
- SEVP matches
- 10
- Publish a price
- 3
- University or college (3)
- Private language school (4)
- Not on record (4)
These are the affiliations recorded in our directory. Confirm each course's start dates, minimum enrollment and campus access directly; school type alone does not establish them.
National operators here
Kaplan International. Compare actual course conditions and sourced tuition using the comparison guide to prepare questions for each school.
Compare on price
The 3 programs in Illinois that publish their figures
Every figure was read off the school's own page. 1 qualify for the program-level weekly comparison used here; the other 2 do not, and that column stays empty rather than presenting a misleading rate. Prices for the remaining 8 are not confirmed here. The letter template helps you request current tuition and fees.
| Program | City | What the school publishes | Works out at | Go to the school |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive English Institute, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | $6,060 over 15 weeks | $404/wk | |
| IIFA College (formerly IIFA English Learning Center) | Mount Prospect | $600, ESL study, per month | Not weekly-comparable | |
| University of Illinois Chicago Tutorium | Chicago | $7,038, Full semester | Not weekly-comparable |
The full directory
Our 11 English-language listings in Illinois, by city
English programs in Chicago5 listings
2 university-run. National operators here: Kaplan International.
English Language Services, Illinois Institute of Technology
Kaplan International, Chicago
Northeastern Illinois University SAELL Program
$7,038totalFall 2026, Spring 2027, Summer 2027
English programs in Champaign1 listing
1 university-run.
English programs in Glenview1 listing
English programs in Grayslake1 listing
English programs in Mount Prospect1 listing
$600total2026
English programs in Naperville1 listing
Elsewhere in Illinois1 listing
6 of these carry a full profile with confirmed costs. The rest link straight to the program, here is what to ask them.
Plan a course in Illinois
Chicago has 5 of our 11 programs in this state. Published tuition is available for 3 programs here; 1 qualifies for that comparison. This sample uses information published by the schools and is not a state-wide price average. Ask each school where classes meet, what housing is available and how long the trip from housing to campus takes.
Find programs with school-published details in Illinois · See every Illinois program · Build a study budget
Do you need a student visa to study in Illinois?
Immigration rules are federal, but a weekly-hour number alone does not decide your route. Confirm the actual course and your circumstances with the school. Read the US visitor-study questions.
Common questions
How many english language programs in illinois are listed?
11 programs are listed in Illinois; 7 have CEA records and 10 have confirmed SEVP matches. CEA accreditation, EnglishUSA membership and SEVP certification are separate checks. Confirm the specific school and campus in the DHS school search and ask its designated school official about Form I-20 eligibility.
Which city in Illinois has the most English programs?
Chicago, with 5 of the state's 11, 45 percent. 5 cities on this list have exactly one program. Our directory may not include every local option. Ask about availability and alternatives before committing to housing or travel.
What does an English-language program in Illinois cost?
1 program publishes a weekly rate we could read off the school's own page, and the median of those is $404 a week. Every figure is dated and links to the page it came from, and tuition is only part of the cost, proof-of-funds requirements and your actual budget have different purposes. Confirm the required amount and coverage period, then budget for your own expenses.