The English Language Institute (ELI) offers a premium English training to help international students improve language skills and prepare for a future academic and professional career. It is recognized for its expert faculty, quality programming and flexible study options.

The ELI is currently offered in two delivery formats: hybrid and online. In the Hybrid delivery, you can study at our Newnham Campus and complete some course activities online. If you prefer to study from your home country, you can join our fully online section.

As an ELI student, you are also a Seneca student and have the opportunity to integrate into the Seneca community right away. You will have access to Seneca’s state-of-the-art facilities and extensive supports and services such as libraries, computing centres, counselling, tutoring, career services, gyms and fitness centres, residences and more.

Confirm your offer for ELI to receive a $500 tuition credit per seven-week level. You may be eligible to receive this tuition credit for four ELI levels or $2,000 total. Plus, you will further be eligible to receive an entrance scholarship of up to $5,000 for your full-time postsecondary program. Learn more about scholarship eligibility and details.