Intensive English Communication Program

• Are you planning to study towards a degree in the U.S.?
• Do you have a strong academic background?
• Do you need to improve your English language ability?

We welcome you to reach your academic goals through attending the Intensive English Communication Program (IECP) at The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) in State College, Pennsylvania.

The Intensive English Communication Program

• is a premiere intensive English program, founded in 1978
• offers cutting-edge instruction as part of a rigorous academic English curriculum
• employs experienced and professional instructors to help you reach your goals
• is located on the flagship campus of a major research university, Penn State
• is located in a safe and beautiful area of the United States, Central Pennsylvania
• is part of the Department of Applied Linguistics, whose faculty are experts in effective second language learning and teaching techniques
• is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) and belongs to English USA, the Association of American Intensive English Programs (AAIEP)
  
• offers additional help for students through the IECP Tutoring Center (ITC)
• offers IECP Certification to meet Penn State’s English language requirements

To enroll in the IECP at Penn State, you must:

• be over the age of eighteen (18)
• have a basic knowledge of English
• provide evidence of academic success