Bright students from around the world seeking an American university education typically face two main challenges: a conversational and working knowledge of English, along with practical skills that lead to academic success.
As Syracuse University expands its global footprint, the English Language Institute (ELI), a department within the College of Professional Studies, is finetuning its mission that began 43 years ago: to offer pre-degree programs that prepare international students for the rigors of undergraduate and graduate degrees in the U.S.