F-1 students must show proof of financial resources available for either an academic year (four 8-week sessions) or calendar year (four-week sessions and one 8-week Summer Session) of study. 

Students wishing to attend a summer session only must show proof of resources for the 8 weeks of study.

• Full-time (20 hours per week) or part-time studies available
• Estimated Expenses (All fees are subject to change)  
• If you need an F-1 Student Visa, you must show that you are able to pay for your educational and living expenses for at least one academic year of study ($24,733 estimated)
• Below are charts to determine how much you should verify that you are able to provide for each term of study. *NOTE F1 students must also show proof of finances for each dependent ($7,500/academic year for a spouse, $4,000/academic year for each child). 
• Students are required to pay tuition and applicable student fees by the due date of each given to be eligible for continued enrollment in the program. 
• Transferring Out: Students requesting a SEVIS record transfer are required to submit the YSU Transfer-Out Request Form along with proof of acceptance from the transfer-in school before the start date of each given term. Students that submit a transfer-out request passed the start date of any given term are required to pay tuition and applicable student fees in full. 

The ELI offers:

• Low student-teacher ratio (Average 10:1)
• 6 Levels of classes- Foundations, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5
• Five terms per year – Fall (two 8-week modules), Spring (two 8-week modules), Summer (one 8-week module)
• Full or part-time studies
• Course offerings – Grammar, Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking
• Committed, experienced faculty
• Conditional admission to YSU’s undergraduate and graduate programs for students who meet University academic requirements

All graduates of the program are prepared to:

• Executive Committee*
• Intercollegiate Athletics*
• Meeting Schedule**

Scholarships are awarded based primarily on academic performance and financial need may be considered. Donations to the YSU Women's Club Scholarship Fund are always welcome!

Donations payable to: YSU Women’s Club
Mailing Address: Youngstown State University, One University Plaza Youngstown, OH 44555
Attn: Susan Moore, WYSU