Cost
The costs for CESL’s intensive English language program, the third oldest in the country, are quite affordable.
Tuition Discounts for all CESL 8-week Intensive English Program Students during 2024 and 2025 sessions!
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Costs
CESL Fees
| CESL FEES | 8-WEEK COST |
|---|---|
| Application (Non-refundable) | $185.00** |
| Tuition (Full-time*) | $1900.00 |
| Student Health Center (Non-refundable) - On-campus clinic. Mandatory to all students. | $115.00 |
| Health insurance (Non-refundable) - Health care coverage outside the SIU campus. Mandatory unless the student demonstrates duplicate coverage. | $456.00 |
| Student Recreation Center (Fitness Center) (Non-refundable) | $72.00 |
| Local bus pass (2 months @ $30/month) | $60.00 |
| Other fees (legal services, TB test, student ID card) | $58.00 |
* Part-time tuition is $115 per hour. Example: 5 hours a week for 1 term x $115 per hour = $575 per term (plus fees).
** For students who come to study at CESL, $50 will be applied to application processing; $60 will be applied to CESL technology support; and $75 will be applied to CESL activities.
Other Costs
| OTHER COSTS TO STUDENTS | ESTIMATED MONTHLY COSTS |
|---|---|
| Books (average) | ~$250.00 (per 8-week term) |
| Food (varies) | ~$450.00 |
| Off-campus housing (approximate) | ~$360 - $535 |
| Additional costs - (entertainment and incidentals) | ~$100 - $200 |
All amounts listed above are subject to change without notice.
Refunds
Refunds will only be given if a student officially withdraws from CESL by the second Friday of the term. To officially withdraw a student must meet with their CESL advisor. If a student officially withdraws, he/she may receive a refund of tuition and activities fees only. All other fees are non-refundable.