The Intensive English Program (IEP) is one of the highly rated and long-standing language training programs in the country, fully accredited by CEA.
It fuses cross-cultural immersion with focused English language instruction to create a unique and distinctive college preparatory experience to ensure our students' future academic success and career readiness.
Program Requirements
To participate you must have completed high school. Degree seeking students who have provisional admission with an english language requirement must complete all courses at 80% or higher.
Undergraduate students may begin taking academic classes when they reach Level 6. Graduate students may begin taking academic class when they reach Level 7.

The Intensive English Program also offers additional non-accredited language support
if you want
to continue to develop your understanding of the English language.
English Conversation Groups
Practice your English language skills, make friends and learn about different cultures at our weekly conversation groups.
English For Success
English for Success Program is a three-week non-credit online program that prepares students from around the world for academic success in an English-speaking environment.
Foundations of Business English
Foundation of Business English in a 5-week, online program that provides linguistic and cultural support as well as practice for English language learners interested in entering the US business world.
Innovative EFL Methodology Workshop
Together with English Mastery, IEP@UNC is offering a 7-day professional development workshop for English as a Foreign Language teachers. The workshop is designed to promote innovative methodologies and techniques.