The English Language Institute, a department within Syracuse University’s College of Professional Studies, is a pre-degree program that prepares international students to succeed in their undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Established in 1979, this immersive year-round program allows international students the opportunity to learn English and American culture in the heart of New York state.
Phone: 315.443.8571
E-mail: elimail@syr.edu
Web: eli.syr.edu
Address: 700 University Ave Room 207 | Syracuse, NY 13244
The Team

Amy Walker
Instructional Language Coordinator | English Language Institute

David Lind, Ed.D.
Director of International Programs, International Year One Instructor | International Programs

David Patent
Assistant Director Online & Special Programs, Bachelor of Professional Studies Instructor | International Programs

Haley Berl
Instructional Language Coordinator | English Language Institute

Jeff Jiang
Global Partnerships Officer | English Language Institute

Kelsey Gillette
Assistant Director for International Programs | English Language Institute

Olga Oganesyan
Assistant Director, Academic Programs | English Language Institute

Tara Manion
ESL Instructor, Bachelor of Professional Studies Instructor | English Language Institute