Missouri State University English Language Institute
The ELI offers instruction to provide English language learners with skills for academic and career success.
History of the English Language Institute
The English Language Institute (ELI) began classes in June 1996 with five students. Since that time, the program has experienced continued grow and now serves more than 150 students, most of whom are preparing for study in academic listening skills, and speaking pronunciation classes. Through an intensive twenty-five hours per week, students have the oppo
03/24/2026
Let's do this!!!
Giving Day at Missouri State University has officially begun!
Follow the link below to give to the International Studies General Fund!
Donations to this fund supports our efforts to build a strong emergency relief fund for our International Bears facing financial hardship and get them to graduation.
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11/20/2025
Your dreams don’t have to wait!
The Bridge is more than a solution—it’s your partner in building confidence and unlocking global opportunities.
Whether you’re pursuing academic success, career growth, or personal development, we’ll help you turn language barriers into steppingstones.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply today and start your journey.
Fall 2026 Admission open.
https://international.missouristate.edu/ELI/Academic/
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11/13/2025
Planning your next academic or career move, but English feels like a barrier? 🤔 The Bridge is here to help you build a pathway to success! 🎓.
Apply here today start your journey:
https://international.missouristate.edu/ELI/Academic/
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11/04/2025
Speak English with Confidence! Join Free Virtual Conversation Circles for an engaging moment that leaves you feeling refreshed and more confident in your spoken English.
Enjoy a fun-filled environment with cultural exchanges, laughter, and learning ~all in one place!
Speak, connect, and grow together!
Happening today at 5pm.
https://missouristate.zoom.us/j/86727766217
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11/03/2025
Join us today at 5pm (Central Time) for our free Virtual English Conversation Circles! You will have one hour of exciting and friendly chat session as you! At pm. Please join using the link below!
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10/18/2025
Learn English skills in an inexpensive, live online course and boost your confidence before 2026!
Find out more and apply here: https://international.missouristate.edu/ELI/English_Connections_Language_and_Culture_Without_Borders.htm
10/08/2025
English fluency can be exciting when delivered in a fun environment with meaningful cultural exchanges! What is more, conversations circle offers a platform to practice speaking in a free relaxed virtual gathering of people from around the globe!
Apply below!
https://missouristateuniversity.wildapricot.org/event-6343230
08/01/2025
08/01/2025
Global Connections: Missouri State Embraces Brazilian Educators via Fulbright - International Bears This summer, Missouri State University’s English Language Institute (ELI) is honored to once again host the Fulbright PDPI program (Programa de Desenvolvimento Profissional para Professores de Língua Inglesa nos EUA). As one of only eight institutions across the United States selected to offer th...
04/29/2025
That’s a wrap on our last Conversation Circle of the Spring 2025 semester at Meyer Library!
Thanks to everyone who joined us this spring, your stories, laughs, and insights made it special. 🤍
We’ll miss you, but the good news is… we’ll be back for the summer session! 🎉
Stay tuned! 👀 we can’t wait to see you again soon! 🤗
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301 S Jefferson Avenue
Springfield, MO
65806
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |