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Intensive English Program

We are certified by SEVP, the Student Exchange Visitor Program. We issue acceptance letters and form I-20s to eligible international students, 15 years old or older, who want to apply for an F1 student visa.

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Tuition & Fees

  • CSE application fee (F1)                                                                         $175

  • CSE application fee (F2)                                                                         $85

    • F2 visas are only for a student’s spouse and/or children​

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  • Tuition(every 4 weeks of study)                                                          $775

  • Annual Resource Fee (paid once per year)                                      $100

*Note: pricing is subject to change without notice

Tuition & Fees

Start Dates 

Colorado School of English is an open enrollment school. We have term start dates every month. View the calendar to choose your start date.

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Program Lengths

Students can choose how long they would like to study at CSE.  Depending on their current English level, they can study with us for up to 3 years in order to reach their English language goals. 

Students pass from one level to the next after one session, depending on their academic standing.

Classes

As a full-time student, F1 visa holders take 18 hours of classes per week. Students take 3 classes per day, Monday through Thursday.

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  • Reading & Writing                                

  • Grammar                                                

  • Speaking & Listening   

    • or TOEFL Preparation (advanced level students only) 

 

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Each of our classes is divided by skill level, allowing for smaller class sizes and more personalized instruction.  Students will be enrolled in classes depending on their current English levels and class size. Please be aware that not all class schedules are available at all times. We will consider the schedule you request (day or evening), but we cannot guarantee it as it will depend on your current English levels and class size.     

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Application Process

  • Complete the online application to the Colorado School of English.

  • Pay CSE application fee.

  • Receive acceptance letter and Initial I-20.

  • Submit Form DS-160.

  • Locate the embassy or consulate where you will attend your visa appointment.

  • Pay MRV fee ($185) and use the receipt number to schedule an appointment.

  • Pay I-901 SEVIS fee ($350) anytime before your interview.

  • Attend interview at the embassy or consulate.

  • Receive the visa & send a copy to CSE.

  • Payment for the first term of tuition is required upon receipt of the F1 visa.

  • Purchase plane tickets & send a copy to CSE.

  • Arrive in Denver within 30 days before your program start date.

  • Report to your Orientation Day, where you will take your placement test.

  • Take placement tests to determine your English level.

  • Start classes on your program start date.

Requirements

  • Students must be at least 15 years old at the time of application.

  • A legible and valid copy of the student's Passport - and of any dependents.

  • Bank Statement - to prove funding for tuition and living expenses.

    • ​If a third party is sponsoring you, you must submit their financial information and address on the application.

    • It must have the name of the bank, the date(less than 6 months old), and the name on the account. It may be from any country and in any language.

    • It must show $1600 USD worth for each month you want to study. 

      • If you would like to study for 6 months, your bank statement must show a minimum of $9,600 total; for 12 months, you must show a minimum of $19,200 total.

      • For dependents applying for an F-2 visa, we require an additional $850 per dependent per month.

Dita Martinsone

“If you really want to learn English,

you should pick this school!"

Doménica Villamarín

“The best place to learn English in Denver! 
Went there for 4 months and they completely changed 
my life! "

Maria Paula

“Colorado School of English was a family for me. I went there for almost two years and it was the best choice."
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