What is the application process for someone who hopes to come to the U.S. on an F-1 visa from his/her home country?
A quick glance of the most common situation would be as follows:
• Submission of application
• Initial Payment (first session plus applicationfee)
• The school sends you an I-20 which you take to the Embassy .
• Hopefully, the Embassy approves your student visa! (Please see our School Policies regarding refunds.)
• Come to Atlanta.
• Take a placement test.
• Begin studying.
What is the application process for someone not in need of an F-1 visa?
A quick glance of the most common situation would be as follows:
• Submission of application
• Initial Payment (first session)
• Take a placement test
• Begin studying
Does a student need to pay a separate fee for the placement test/language evaluation exam?
Students don’t have to pay for the placement test. However, placement tests are not given until after the student has applied and made an initial payment.
Can a student take the placement test/language evaluation exam without enrolling?
No. It’s necessary for students to enroll before taking the level placement test.
Is it necessary to have a certain level of English before taking a course?
No. We have programs for beginners, intermediate and advanced students. After enrolling, you will take a placement test/language evaluation exam that indicates at which level you can begin.
Can I start in mid–session?
Yes. However joining mid–session will depend on the availabile space remaining in the classroom. AEI limits the number of students enrolled in each class to maintain a low teacher:student ratio.