Applying to the Language Institute is simple. Please see the following pages for more details:
- Steps in the Application Process (learn more)
- Admission Requirements (learn more)
- I-20 Requirements (learn more)
Steps in the Application Process
F-1 Students
Non F-1 Students (permanent residents, citizens, etc.)
F-1 Students
- Submit the following documents:
- Completed application form (signed by applicant)
- Copy of your passport information page, and include copies for any immediate family that will accompany you
- A bank document proving you have a minimum of $4,350 for each session you plan to study in the US
- Payment for $100 nonrefundable application fee
- Payment Options:
- credit or debit card
- money order
- check
- cash (paid in person at the Language Institute)
- Payment Options:
- Payment for $50 International Express Mail Service fee (if applicable)
- Mail the above to:
The Language Institute
Georgia Institute of Technology
151 Sixth St. NW
Atlanta, GA 30332-0374
or fax to Registration Coordinator, The Language Institute at 404-894-8755 - After your documents have been received, the Language Institute will send you an I-20 form
- Complete the I-20 form and pay the $200 SEVIS fee at www.fmjfee.com/index.jhtml
- Go to the nearest American Embassy or Consulate to apply for your visa
Non F-1 Students
- Submit the following documents:
- Completed application form (signed by applicant)
- Copy of your passport information page, visa, and I-94 page or resident alien card
- Payment for $100 nonrefundable application fee
- Payment Options:
- credit or debit card
- money order
- check
- cash (paid in person at the Language Institute)
- Payment Options:
- Mail or deliver in person the above to:
The Language Institute
Georgia Institute of Technology
151 Sixth St. NW
Atlanta, GA 30332-0374
Important Contacts
- Registration Coordinator
registrationcoordinator@esl.gatech.edu - Academic Coordinator
advisor@esl.gatech.edu - Housing Coordinator
lihousing@esl.gatech.edu - Main Line
404.894.2425
