English Language Development Program (ELIP)
The ELIP Program is offered online, so you can choose to achieve your English language proficiency requirements without leaving home. An in-person option is also available.
Winter 2026 Schedule
ELIP 1 & 2 (12 weeks)
January 12 - Class Start
April 2 - Class End
April 9 - Results Issued
ELIP 3 (8 weeks)
February 23 - Class Start
April 17 - Class End
April 22 - Results Issued
Intersession 2026 Schedule
ELIP 1 & 2 (12 weeks)
May 11 - Class Starts
July 31 - Class Ends
August 6 - Results Issued
ELIP 3 (8 weeks)
June 22 - Class Starts
August 14 - Class Ends
August 20 - Results Issued
Are you an ELIP 3 student arriving to Canada in September? Join our new complimentary Smart Start: ELIP Prep course!
Starting September 8, 2025, ELIP 3 students are invited to participated in a cost-free support program, designed to:
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Boost confidence in your English Proficiency
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Facilitate connections with peers
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Help with the transition into life at the University of Windsor
This gives you an excellent opportunity to build friendships, explore the campus and gain a head start on your learning journey before the start of your course on June 22, 2026.
Health Insurance
GuardMe Health Insurance is mandatory for students registering as international students at the University of Windsor. Unless you are able to prove health coverage from one of the UWindsor approved insurers you will be insured through GuardMe. Your personal information including your Name, Student ID Number, UWin Email Address, Date of Birth, Gender, Home Country, Local City may be provided for the purposes of providing this mandatory insurance. If you have any questions about the collection or use of this information please contact celd@uwindsor.ca.
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