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Since the early 1980s, the American Language Institute has welcomed students from around the world to study in our intensive English program.

Mission Statement

Students achieve their academic, professional, and personal goals in high-quality, intensive English courses at the American Language Institute at ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â. We offer a supportive environment for students to develop English language skills and a deeper understanding of U.S. academic culture.

History of the American Language Institute

The ALI was founded in 1981 by ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â English Department faculty members. In 1983, the ALI became a full-time program under ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â Centers and Institutes.

Throughout our history, the ALI has received government grants to provide special programs for student groups from Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. In addition, the ALI has a long history of welcoming students from universities with exchange partnerships with ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â as well as from other international universities which seek to send students for a semester abroad. Many students come to the ALI before beginning a degree program at ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â. For students who plan to continue at ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â, we offer provisional admission. The multilingual and multicultural diversity of the ALI provides great learning opportunities for our students as well as members of the ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â and Indiana community.

Location and Facilities

The American Language Institute is located in Delaney Hall on the main campus of ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â. For help finding the ALI and to learn more about the ÑÇÉ«Ó°¿â campus, you can use the . ALI students have full access to university resources, including the library, student organizations, and . Students have the option to sign up for on-campus housing and dining services.