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Intensive English Program (F-1)
Change of Status to F-1 Student
If you are currently in the United States legally on a non-immigrant visa and would like to apply for a change of status and begin a full-time (18 hours per week) course of English, find information on this page.
Learn About the Intensive English Program at PELI
Academic Class Schedule
📌 Program Commitment and Class Assignment Policy
PELI’s Intensive English Program is designed for students who are genuinely committed to improving their English skills. As part of our responsibility as an SEVP-certified school, we uphold clear academic and immigration policies.
- Class Schedules: Students are assigned either a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedule, based on placement and program needs. Students may not choose or change their schedule.
- English Levels: Placement is determined through testing and teacher assessment. Students may not request a specific level. See
- F-1 Visa Regulations: Working without authorization is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in termination of your I-20 and SEVIS record.
By applying to PELI, you agree to follow our policies and participate in the program with serious academic intent. Misuse of your enrollment for non-educational reasons may lead to dismissal.
1 Trimester (3 months)
TRIMESTER PRICE
1. Before Acceptance (to obtain an I-20):
- I-20 Application $350 + Tuition deposit $345 (non-refundable) Used for processing, screening, issuing and maintaining your I-20, and the tuition deposit.
- Dependents: Add a one-time fee $70 per dependent (non-refundable).
2. After Acceptance:
- Textbook and enrollment fee: $305
(Includes books, placement test and other course materials) - Remaining Tuition:$2,550
- Flexible Tuition Payment Plan: 3 payments of $850
Total Cost: $3,550
*Two-trimester price available, contact school info@pelischool.org for pricing details, restrictions and limitations.
"Tuition and fees are subject to change for future enrollment periods. Once a student has enrolled and begun a trimester, tuition and fees for that trimester are locked in."
Classes meet twice a week for a total of up to 288 hours per level or trimester, with each daily session lasting 9 hours. 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
steps to study at the Philadelphia English Language Institute
Applying for a Change of Status
(Example: from B-1 Visa to F-1 Visa)
- Receive Letter of Acceptance and I-20
- Pay $350 SEVIS Fee: https://www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/index.html
- File Form I-539 ($420 to USCIS) to apply for status change https://www.uscis.gov/i539online
- Wait for an official decision from the U.S. government
- Applicant MUST notify the decision to PELI immediately
Begin studying in the United States
- Report to PELI on the date indicated on the acceptance letter.
- Attend new student orientation
- Take English placement test
- Make any required enrollment and tuition payments
Students can arrive up to 30 days before the start of class. However, students must report to the school by the date indicated on their acceptance letter.
