Learn English at Embry-Riddle

The Embry-Riddle Language Institute (ERLI) is an intensive English program providing English-language instruction and cultural orientation to non-native speakers of English.

As a student in the ERLI program, you'll improve your English language skills while immersing yourself in the Embry-Riddle community. We offer the ERLI program at our beautiful residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona. Learn with classmates from around the world as you access our world-class aviation and aerospace resources and facilities.

Our courses cover English grammar, writing, reading, listening and speaking. In addition, take academic topics courses that teach English through American culture, aviation, business and psychology. Through the Daytona Beach ERLI Pathway Program, you may also be able to earn credit toward your degree.

One Result, Multiple Paths

When you finish the program, you will have confidence in your English language skills and will be able to enter Embry-Riddle or other universities prepared for success. If you apply to Embry-Riddle, you may receive conditional acceptance until you complete your English requirements (IBT 79, IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105, Cambridge 170, EIKEN Pre-1) or successfully complete the ERLI program.

As a student in the ERLI program, you'll be a full Embry-Riddle student, with complete access to the top-notch facilities and services that all of our students enjoy.

ERLI students also receive:

  • Over 20 hours of intensive English instruction each week
  • Content-based academic English courses, including Aviation English
  • Classes in grammar, writing, reading, and listening and speaking
  • Split-level placements that maximize learning
  • Small class sizes that ensure personalized attention
  • Weekly tutoring and conversation practice
  • Experienced, skilled and supportive faculty who specialize in English instruction
  • A multicultural student community representing more than 10 countries
  • Fun and educational activities on and off campus, including cultural events and visits to nearby attractions
  • A variety of student organizations and clubs that host regular social events for both local and international students
  • Upon ERLI graduation, you can easily apply to Embry-Riddle without official test scores

Join the ERLI program at our beautiful Daytona Beach Campus, located on Florida's Space Coast just minutes from the beach. Adjacent to an international airport, this campus is ideally located for easy travel.

ERLI Daytona Beach offers six start dates throughout the year. View the ERLI Daytona Beach academic calendar.

ERLI on the Daytona Beach Campus is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation for the period August 2021 through August 2031 and agrees to uphold the CEA Standards for English Language Programs and Institutions. CEA is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for English language programs and institutions in the U.S. For further information about this accreditation, please contact CEA: 1001 N. Fairfax Street, Suite 630, Alexandria, VA 22314, 703-665-3400, .
Students walking along a sunny, palm-lined campus pathway with modern buildings and outdoor seating areas.

Live and learn English in the stunning American Southwest at Embry-Riddle's Prescott Campus. Located in the mountains of Northern Arizona between Phoenix and the Grand Canyon, our Prescott Campus features a small, close-knit student body of approximately 2,300 students.

ERLI Prescott offers several start dates throughout the year. View the ERLI Prescott academic calendar.

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ERLI Resources

Contact Us

Daytona Beach Campus

Embry-Riddle Language Institute (ERLI)
1 Aerospace Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32114-3900

Prescott Campus

Embry-Riddle Language Institute (ERLI)
3700 Willow Creek Rd.
Prescott, AZ 86301-3720