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Intensive English Program for International Students

The Intensive English Program (IEP) offers high-quality, student-centered instruction and advising. IEP prepares international students for success at NWTC. 

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The IEP is for students who: 

  1. Have basic English skills.
  2. Need to improve those skills to succeed in a U.S. college or university.

Already a local resident?

Enroll in English Language Learning (ELL) classes to build your skills. 

Program Outcomes:

  • Improve your English language skills. 
  • Receive academic and personal support. 
  • Study with students from around the world. 
  • Start taking your degree courses after completing the IEP.  
  • Complete the IEP in one or two semesters. 

About the IEP

  • The program is either one or two semesters long, based on the needs of each student.
  • When students start the IEP, they take a personalized test that places them in the right level of instruction. Placement decisions are based on a combination of TOEFL or IELTS scores and MEPT test scores.
  • Classes will take place Monday through Thursday on the NWTC Green Bay campus.
  • IEP schedule:
    • Fall semester: August - December (16 weeks)
    • Spring semester: January - May (16 weeks)
  • Delivery: In-person, full-time and part-time
  • The IEP offers two levels of instruction: Intermediate and Advanced

IEP Intermediate

Students must have a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 32, IELTS 4.0, or MEPT 35 to enter the IEP. Please note: Admission to the IEP does not guarantee admission to the College. 

To progress from IEP intermediate to advanced, students must complete all intermediate level coursework with a grade of:  

  • “B” or better 
    or
  • “C” and a MEPT score of 56 

Curriculum

IEP Advanced

Students must have a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 54, IELTS 5.5, or MEPT 56 to enter the IEP. Please note: Admission to the IEP does not guarantee admission to the College. 

Curriculum

Application and Fees

Required application materials include: 

  • Completed Application Form. Apply now using ouronline application. 
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency.  
    • Students may submit TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo; test scores or complete virtual testing through NWTC Assessment Center.
    • Contact us if you have questions about additional language proficiency (which may include attending an English language high school or college program, intensive English program, or other).
  • Proof of Secondary School Completion. Students may submit original or copies of secondary or post-secondary diplomas or transcripts, or national college entrance score reports. 
  • Proof of Financial Support for first year of study. (See the Paying for College page for tuition information.) 
  • Passport Photocopy. 
  • $100 Application Fee. Fee is due after a student submits their application. 

IEP Tuition and Fees 2023-2024 

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