About UMKC - ALI
Our mission is to offer comprehensive English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) instruction for academic, personal or professional purposes as well as language acquisition and cross-cultural classes and seminars. In addition, the Institute aims to provide students with an understanding of U.S. cultures and values, particularly within the educational environment, while acknowledging and valuing students' own cultures and languages.
ALI teaching and administrative staff are friendly, supportive, and understanding of the needs of international students in the United States. They have studied another language and have lived abroad, so they know what it's like to learn a new language somewhere that is completely different from home. They are dedicated to supporting students not only in their language learning, but in adjusting to life in a new culture at the same time.
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Intensive English Program
The Intensive English Program accepts U.S. Residents and Citizens.
The ALI's Intensive English Program (IEP) has small classes and dedicated instructors and staff. Classes are designed for success in English fluency and for your cultural enrichment. The IEP offers up to 16 weeks of intensive instruction during the fall and spring semesters. Students can receive up to 20 hours of instruction per week (Sample Class Schedule). Most students begin classes at the beginning of the semester, but we offer late start dates for the few students who need to begin a little later. Courses are available for beginning level students, as well as intermediate and advanced students. Learn about our courses and levels here.
Not a domestic student? Visit our International Student IEP page.
Spring 2024 Costs:
The cost of tuition and fees depends on two things: residency and credit hours
Missouri and Kansas residents pay $373 per credit hour. To qualify for this rate, you must live in the state for at least one year. If you have not lived in Missouri or Kansas for one year, you will be charged either the Heartland Rate ($548 per credit hour) or the Nonresident rate ($973 per credit hour).
Full-time enrollment for a full semester is 12 credit hours. If you are a Missouri resident, your cost of tuition for full-time enrollment will be $4,476. This does not include the Student Life fee, which is also based on the number of credit hours you enroll in.
Student Life Fee:
- up to 6.99 credit hours = $320
- 7 to 12.99 credit hours = $680
- 13+ credit hours = $772
Please Note: Domestic students do not need to enroll full time or study for the full 16 weeks. Enrolling part-time for 12 or 8 weeks lowers the cost of tuition and fees. Contact the ALI for your specific costs.
Example Costs:
- 1 class for 16 weeks for a Missouri Resident = 4 credit hours = $1,812
- 1 class for 12 weeks for a Missouri Resident = 3 credit hours = $1,439
- 2 classes for 8 weeks for a Missouri Resident = 4 credit hours = $1,812
- 3 classes for 16 weeks for a Missouri Resident = 12 credit hours = $5,156
Fall 2024 Application Deadlines and Start Dates
- 16 week course | Deadline - August 12, 2024 | Start Date - August 19, 2024
- 12 week course | Deadline - Septemeber 9, 2024 | Start Date - September 16, 2024
- 8 week course | Deadline - September 30, 2024 | Start Date - October 7, 2024
Application Materials
- ALI Application (PDF)
- A copy of your US passport or other official identification
- front and back of permanent resident card
- front and back of drivers license
- U.S. passport photo page
Evening English Program
The ALI offers a non-intensive English as a Second Language program in the evenings for community members and visitors. Keep reading to learn more!
Learn More
The ALI's Evening English Program helps students improve their English proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Classes meet twice a week - Tuesday and Thursday - from 7pm to 9pm. Each session offers 32 total hours of instruction. This program is open to anyone who wants to improve their English in a non-intensive program.
All our instructors have master's degrees in teaching English as a Second Language and experience teaching overseas. Many of them have been teaching English as a Second Language at UMKC for several years. They are innovative and up-to-date in teaching methods and technology.
Have questions? Text us at +1-816-264-3150 Monday thru Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm.
Program Costs
Application fee: $25 per student
Placement exam: $10 per student
(Waiver available for first 20 students who complete an application and take the exam.)
Tuition: $450 per student
Refund Policy
- No refund on application fee or placement exam.
- 75% of tuition refunded if you quit the class during the first week.
- 25% of tuition refunded if you quit the class during the second week.
- No refund if you quit the class after the second week.
Dates
Classes are held in the evenings on Tuesdays and Thursdays. There are three sessions. Each session has it's own application deadline and testing deadline.
Fall 2023
- Session dates: September 12 - November 2, 2023
- Application deadline: September 6, 2023
- Testing deadline: September 8, 2023
Spring 2024
- Session dates: February 13 - April 4, 2024
- Application deadline: February 7, 2024
- Testing deadline: February 9, 2024
Summer 2024
- Session dates: June 6 - August 1, 2024
- Application deadline: May 29, 2024
- Testing deadline: May 31, 2024
Application Information
To apply for this program, please email a completed ALI application form to ali@umkc.edu.
To be admitted to the program, you must submit your application form and make the application fee payment.
Late applicants may be allowed to enroll, but will not receive a tuition discount for classes missed.
Programs for Degree Seeking Students
The ALI has three programs for degree seeking students to choose from: the Intensive English Program, Conditional Admission, and the Paseo Program. Explore the options below to find the program that's right for you.
Intensive English Program
The ALI's Intensive English Program has small classes and multiple levels of instruction (from very little English to preparation for the graduate level). Students with Conditional Admission will begin their study in the Intensive English Program.
Check out this program here.
Paseo Program
The UMKC-ALI Paseo Program is for high proficiency English speakers who have not met the English-language proficiency requirements for admission into an undergraduate program at UMKC.
Check out this program here.
