English for Academic
Success FAQs

Undergraduate  Graduate

Official scores must be less than two years old at the time of admission and must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from Educational Testing Service (TOEFL) or from the center where you took the test (IELTS).

Some applicants may not need to send English proficiency scores, including recent graduates from an accredited college or university in the United States or if you have had your Permanent Resident card for at least 5 years. 

check eligibility for English proficiency waiver 

If you need to process a new I-20, please talk to International Admission or call (801) 581-3091. 

ELI  Non Credit Classes

You may fulfill your writing requirement by taking EAS 1050 + ESL 1060 or by taking WRTG 2010.

If you wish to take EAS 1040 you no longer have to take the EAS writing placement exam. Please email eas_program@lists.utah.edu to request a permission code. Make sure to include your name, UID and your desire EAS 1040 section. If you would like to place into EAS 1050 directly, please take the exam. Students who take the exam do not need to ask for a permission code, but simply wait for an email with a corresponding test score. 

No, EAS 1060 by itself does not fulfill the writing general education requirement. EAS 1050 and 1060 together fulfill the writing general education requirement.

EAS 1050 +1060 = WRTG 2010

You will receive your EAS writing placement score results by email. If you take the test during International Orientation you will receive an email with your score a couple of days after the testing date. If you take the exam at the Testing Center in the middle of the semester the grading process may take a couple of weeks. Please email eas_program@lists.utah.edu if you have questions about your score.

Yes, many EAS classes fulfill general education requirements :

EAS classes are design to improve your academic English skills. Our teachers have a passion for helping international students develop their English ability the student's highest potential.

As an undergraduate student you will need to register for 12 credit hours every semester. At least 9 of those credits must be taken in class for undergraduate students.

Graduate students need to take 9 credit hours every semester.

The EAS program is housed within the Department of Linguistics. In the Languages and Communication Building (LNCO) suite 2300.

I am planning to go back to my country. Do I need to do something?

Yes, you will need to apply for a vacation semester. To apply for a vacation semester please go to the International Student and Scholar Services office located at the Union suite 410. (You must apply for a vacation semester even during summer semester)

• ASUU Tutoring Center - Tutoring help in a variety of subjects
• Writing Center - Writing center tutors are trained to help you with all aspects of the writing process
• Library - Helps students research (ex. final papers research), provides studying areas, provides students access to books, articles and much more
• University College Advising - Helps students with questions about General Education, major exploration, choosing classes, registration and much more.
• International Student and Scholar Services (International Center) - Helps students with the application process, orientation and immigration (Visa status).
• Dean of Student's Office - Helps students with any problems they are having that affect their academics
• Counseling Center - Helps students with a variety of issues including (homesickness, depression, time management)
• Lib Guide - This is a resource for language learners to help them be familiar with the library, researching, and using sources appropriately
• Student Health Center - Provides health care services to students including immunizations, preventive,travel consultations, pediatrics, women's health and family planning
• Center for Disability Services - Helps students by providing evaluating disability documentation, determining eligibility, and implementing reasonable accommodations for enrolled students

Yes, the Department of Linguistics offers graduate EAS courses, please click here for a complete list.

Click here for non credit courses.

• International Student and Scholar Services (International Center)
• Your Graduate Advisor
• The Graduate Writing Center

Yes, you can take non credit classes like other community members.

Yes, the Department of Linguistics offers graduate EAS courses, please click here for a complete list.

The EAS program teaches courses that count towards the number of credit hours you need in order to complete your degree at the University of Utah. Also, the EAS program provides courses that help fulfill General Education requirements such as: EAS 1600, EAS 3600, EAS 1050 and 1060.

The English Language Institute focuses on providing classes for non-native English speakers who are not seeking a degree at the University of Utah.

• Non Credit
• Special programs - Please contact Karen if you would like to discuss any other options to meet the needs of your employees -  karen.marsh@utah.edu