English Language Development Program (ELIP)
The ELIP Program is offered both in-person and online, so you can build your confidence in English and meet your English language proficiency requirements, wherever your journey begins.
Note: At the time of registration, please select the ELIP term you plan to attend. Your ELIP level will be confirmed by our admissions staff after your registration has been processed.
Winter 2026 Schedule
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
Fall 2026 Schedule
ELIP 1 & 2 (12 weeks)
- September 14 - Class Starts
- December 4 - Class Ends
- December 10 - Results Issued
ELIP 3 (8 weeks)
- October 13 - Class Starts
- December 4- Class Ends
- December 10 - Results Issued
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 studyenglish@uwindsor.ca.