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.

Fall 2026 Schedule 

ELIP 1 & 2 (12 weeks) 

• September 7 - Application Deadline & Fees Due
• September 14 - Class Starts 
• December 4 - Class Ends 
• December 10 - Results Issued 

ELIP 3 (8 weeks) 

• October 5 - Application Deadline & Fees Due
• October 13 - Class Starts 
• December 4- Class Ends 
• December 10 - Results Issued 

Winter 2027 Schedule 

ELIP 2 (12 weeks) 

• January 4 - Application Deadline & Fees Due
• January 11- Class Starts 
• March 23, 24 & 25 - Class Ends 
• April 1 - Results Issued 

ELIP 3 (8 weeks) 

• February 15 - Application Deadline & Fees Due
• February 22 - Class Starts 
• April 16 - Class Ends 
• April 22 - 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.