Learning English requires more than spending time in the classroom. Studying at EPI allows students to interact with Americans and learn more about American culture and to practice what they learn in the classroom.

Throughout the term, EPI organizes special events so that all the EPI students get a chance to meet other students as well as people from the Columbia community. These are an important part of a student's life here and make learning a very exciting and dynamic experience. You can see more pictures of EPI students in our Gallery.

Since EPI is a part of the University of South Carolina, students attend classes side by side with university students. Our university is a very strong school with high quality education and a diverse student body.

Columbia, the capital of South Carolina, is a friendly, safe city that welcomes international students with southern hospitality. Columbia is a typical American city which has many varied activities to offer in the arts, sports, recreation, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Columbia is located in the center of South Carolina and is only a couple of hours away from the Blue Ridge Mountains or the sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. South Carolina enjoys a warm climate year round.

Efficient language learning extends beyond the classroom, and ideally the language learner is immersed in the new language and culture in a way that encourages active interaction with native speakers of that language. Therefore, the language learner can practice the skills learned in the classroom while he or she develops an understanding of the new culture. To provide this kind of interaction, EPI has established many practical opportunities which enable students to supplement their classroom learning.

You will need a student visa to study at EPI. Please click here to read about student visas.

If you are a future student and want to learn more about EPI, click here to see what other students think about the program.

You will see four links you can use to explore EPI:
Meet our Students / Photo Gallery / Lessons / News

If you want to see more about the students on the right side or to improve or refresh your English with the Lessons, you need to register.

Click here for more information on future student life.