Plan Your Yale Summer
Find everything you need to prepare for your ELI experience, including program dates, tuition and fees, application deadlines, housing, and other important information.
ELI Summer 2027 | July 5 – August 6, 2027
Session B of Yale Summer Session
Tuition & Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,085 |
| Application Fee | $80 |
| Visa Processing Fee | $125 |
| Medical Insurance Fee | TBA |
| Housing and Meals* | TBA |
| Total |
*Includes Yale Health Fee. On-campus housing is optional, but living on-campus is a wonderful part of the Yale Summer Session experience.
All visiting students who are issued an I-20 from Yale will be enrolled in and billed for U.S. health insurance. For information on tuition, fees, and refund policies, please visit our Apply page.
What You’ll Need to Apply
Applying to an English Language Institute program is straightforward. You will need to complete the Yale Summer Session application and provide the documents listed below.
All Applicants
- Online application through Yale Summer Session
- Academic transcript in English showing your current or most recent university or school enrollment
- Passport identity page
- Proof of English proficiency is not required for ELI programs. However, students are expected to have strong English language skills.
International Students
International students are required to come on a student visa. You will also need:
- Financial documentation showing that you have sufficient funds to cover the cost of the program, including tuition, housing, meals, fees, and living expenses. Documentation must be in English, include your name, and be less than six months old.
- Student visa: International students attending in-person programs will need an F-1 student visa. Yale will issue an I-20 after you are admitted and provide the required financial documentation.
- Immunization records: You must meet Yale Summer Session's immunization requirements before arriving on campus.
- I-20 processing fee: This fee is due after you have been admitted to your program.
Financial Documentation
Acceptable documentation includes:
- A recent bank statement showing sufficient funds
- An official letter from a bank confirming available funds
- A scholarship letter confirming financial support
If the funds are in a parent or guardian's account, you must also provide a letter from them confirming that they will cover your expenses.
Please note: Financial documentation must show funds sufficient to cover the total cost of attendance.
For complete information about visa, financial, and health requirements, please review the Yale Summer Session requirements for international students.
Housing and Residential Life
Immerse yourself fully in the Yale experience by living on-campus. Stay steps away from classrooms, libraries, and dining halls, and enjoy convenient access to all program activities. Living on campus allows you to connect with fellow participants, form lasting friendships, and experience daily life at one of the world’s most renowned universities.
Participants may choose to stay on-campus in one of Yale’s residential colleges for an additional fee. Housing includes breakfast, lunch, and access to evening and weekend activities. You may select on-campus housing when completing the program application.