Local Students

Local students are anyone who is already in Indiana. We accept all students age 16 and older to study at the PIE. All classes at the PIE are in-person, on the IU Indianapolis campus, located in downtown Indianapolis.  

Our classes meet Monday through Friday during the day. The earliest a class may begin is 8:30 AM, and the latest a class may end is 3:30 PM.

If you will study full-time, you will take 3 classes per day.
If you will study part-time, you may take 1 or 2 classes per day.
But, you will still have class everyday Monday through Friday!

We recommend that you are free and available to take classes each day, Monday through Friday, during these times. 

Exact schedules depend on your level and the session. 
Students will receive their exact schedule, for their level, during orientation. 

PIE offers academic-focused English courses. Class sizes are small and our teachers have degrees and experience in teaching English to non-native speakers.

We have 7 different levels of English, ranging from beginner to advanced academic. You will take a test during orientation to determine your starting level. Then, you will select your classes. Local students can choose if they want to study full-time (all 3 classes) or part-time (1 or 2 classes). 

Studying full-time means that you will take all 3 classes in your level:

• Listening & Speaking
• Reading & Writing
• Structure in Use (Grammar)

Hard-working students can typically pass 1 level in 1 session! 

You will also have the opportunity to learn about student success strategies, American culture, and much more while studying at the PIE. 

PIE offers academic-focused English courses. Class sizes are small and our teachers have degrees and experience in teaching English to non-native speakers.

We have 7 different levels of English, ranging from beginner to advanced academic. You will take a test during orientation to determine your starting level. Then, you will select your classes. Local students can choose if they want to study full-time (all 3 classes) or part-time (1 or 2 classes). 

Studying part-time means that you will take all only 1 or 2 classes in your level. You have many options for classes. You can choose 1 below: 

1. Grammar: 4-5 hours of class per week  
2. Listening/Speaking: 8-10 hours of class per week  
3. Reading/Writing: 8-10 hours of class per week 
4. Grammar and Listening/Speaking: 12-15 hours of class per week 
5. Grammar and Reading/Writing: 12-15 hours of class per week  
6. Listening/Speaking and Reading/Writing: 16-20 hours of class per week     
7. Full Time (All 3 classes): 20-25 hours of class per week 

In order to pass your level, you must take and pass all 3 classes in that level. So, part-time students will take at least 2 sessions to pass their level at PIE.

We always recommend that students study full-time, if possible. But, if you only want to take 1 or 2 classes, we can help!  Please email us if you have any questions about studying part-time at the PIE. 

The costs for local students depends on which class or classes you want to take. If you will study part time, please look at Options 1-5. If you will study full-time, you will select Option 6.

Please read the table below to see the costs for 1 session at PIE. 

** We offer an automatic Indy PIE Scholarship (discount) of 20% for Indiana residents that study full-time at the PIE. Full-time study for these students is $2,280.00.

• US Citizens, Permanent Residents, Green Card Holders or Pending, Asylees, Refugees, Temporary Protected Status, Parolees, undocumented, or other permanent, immigrant visas. 
• To receive the Indy PIE Scholarship, students must elect to study full-time classes (Reading/Writing + Listening/Speaking + Grammar).  
• There is no formal application. Students who meet the requirements will be automatically awarded the Indy PIE Scholarship in their first session.  
• Students are eligible to receive the scholarship every session if they maintain 80% or higher grades in all classes.  

The PIE is a non-degree program. We cannot accept FAFSA or federal student aid. Amazon.com, Inc.'s workers tuition benefit does not apply to the PIE.

Step 1.Apply to the Program for Intensive English (PIE) at least 2 weeks before you'd like to study.

You can apply earlier! You will need to upload a valid photo ID (such as a passport, Driver's License, or state ID card). 

At the end of the application, you will pay the $150 non-refundable application fee to submit your application. You can read more about the required documents and apply online here. 

Step 2.Receive your admission decision from PIE. 

PIE will process your application within 2 weeks. You will receive an admission letter and a welcome packet. Please read those documents to help you prepare. 

Step 3. Attend Orientation & start studying at the PIE!

We'll send you information about orientation a few weeks before the session starts. During orientation, you will take the placement test to determine your starting level. We will also give you a campus tour and get you ready for classes at the PIE. 

Can I study online?

No. PIE classes are all held in person each day, Monday through Friday. 

Can I study for 1 or 2 days per week only? 

No. Our classes are offered daily on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. We offer a very intensive, immersive English program. You will improve your English quickly by studying each day at the PIE. All of our classes, even part-time courses, do require that you attend each day, Monday through Friday, in-person. 

Can I start late? 

No. Students are not permitted to start studying late. Orientation is required for all students. If you have a reason to delay, we will change your admission to a later start date at the PIE.  This is called "deferring" your admission. If you need to defer to a later start date, please email us at inpie@iu.edu. 

Can I study English here, even if I do not want to go to university? 

Yes! The PIE offers academic and professional English classes for all students from various backgrounds. Each student has their own goals. If you want to improve your English for your career or your personal life, we can help!