The Washington University English Language Programs are designed to strengthen and advance the English language capacities of those who speak English as an additional language, facilitating students’ and scholars’ academic and professional success at the university and beyond.
The English Language Program (ELP) lies within the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS). ELP offers courses, support, and assessment in academic and professional English language.
ELP Courses
Improve your English language skills by taking a course about writing, conversation, or presentation skills. English Language Programs offers courses in research writing for the sciences, social sciences, and humanities as well as courses in discussion and casual conversation to build skills.
Individual Supports
Develop your English language skills through individual supports:
- Tutorials
- Appointments
- Small group sessions with an English language professional
ELP Assessments
English Language Programs offer two assessments for Washington University:
Students are identified to take these exams by the Graduate School and their home departments.
Resources: On-Campus & Online
We curate a list of tips, strategies, and tools for your success! See our guides for developing your writing skills, let us share the best YouTube self-study resources, and experience our tools for pronunciation support.
Our Staff
Our staff includes professionals trained to work with multilingual students and scholars. Each semester our instructors and tutors work with classes and individuals to help them achieve their English language goals.
To find out if you qualify for these English language supports or learn more about English Language Programs, contact our Program Manager, Katie Blackburn Brown.
Katie Brown
English Language Programs Manager
- Phone: 314-935-2651
- Email: brownkb@wustl.edu
Courses: Summer English Advantage Program, Pronunciation for Clear Communication
We are aligned with WashU’s COVID-19 Response. At present, we are fully in person for course delivery with masks being optional for our students.
Read about the most recent updates on the WashU Together: COVID-19 Response.