Study English in the USA with a Tourist Visa

Visiting the USA on a tourist visa or ESTA? You can still study English part-time during your stay! Join our semi-intensive English courses designed for travelers and visitors, and start improving your skills today. Contact a student advisor to enroll.

How can I enroll as a
tourist/visitor?

Enrolling is easy.
Follow the steps below to enroll or contact a student advisor with questions.

Complete the LANGUAGE ON Application for Admission

Submit a picture or copy of your passport

Pay the registration and materials fee

Frequently asked questions

Can I study English in the USA with a tourist visa or ESTA?

Yes! Visitors on a tourist visa or ESTA can take part-time or semi-intensive recreational English courses while in the United States. These courses are designed for travelers and do not require an F-1 student visa.

How long can I take English classes as a tourist?

You can enroll in courses for the duration of your authorized stay in the USA. For ESTA travelers, this is usually up to 90 days, and for tourist visas, it depends on the visa’s validity.

Do I need a special visa to take these classes?

No, a tourist visa or ESTA is sufficient for part-time recreational courses. You cannot take full-time academic programs or transfer to an F-1 status while on a tourist visa.

Can I study full-time or work while on a tourist visa?

No, visitors on a tourist visa or ESTA cannot enroll in full-time programs or work in the USA. Courses must be part-time or recreational.

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Explore Your Options to Study
with LANGUAGE ON

Read below to learn more and contact a student advisor to enroll.

F-1 STUDENT
INITIAL APPLICANT


An F-1 initial applicant is a prospective student who is outside of the USA and applies for an F-1 visa at an embassy in their home country or another country before entering the USA.

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F-1 STUDENT
TRANSFER IN


An F-1 transfer student is a student who is currently maintaining F-1 status at another SEVP-certified school and wishes to transfer to LANGUAGE ON.

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CHANGE OF STATUS APPLICANT

A change of status applicant is a prospective student who is currently in the United States under another visa status and wishes to obtain an I-20 to change their status to F without returning to their home country.

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TOURIST/VISITOR

Are you a visitor in the USA (tourist visa/ESTA) who would like to take part-time, recreational English classes during your stay in the United States?

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LOCAL RESIDENT

Locals who are American citizens or permanent residents can choose between full time intensive classes or part-time semi-intensive classes.

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