Office of International Programs

Students who wish to transfer to a degree program at Appalachian State University will need to submit an English language proficiency test score as part of the admissions process. The minimum score requirements for undergraduate students are: TOEFL ibt - 78, IELTS - 6.0, or Duolingo English Test - 100. Students who fall below these levels can transfer to the AppELS Institute for courses on the campus of Appalachian State University.

In order to register and pay, please visit this website.  REGISTRATION SITE COMING SOON

Yes! You can register for as many courses as you wish.

If you decide to stop attending an AppELS Institute LEVEL UP online course, you must email AppELS@appstate.edu to inform us of your decision to withdraw from the class. The deadline to withdraw and receive a full refund is 48 hours after the date the course begins. No refunds will be provided after that date. Exact withdrawal deadlines for each course are listed on the registration page. 

The cost of an AppELS Institute LEVEL UP online course is $ 200 each. There is no application fee.

After registration and payment is complete, students will receive an email detailing how to access the course.

Students should have adequate access to the internet and technology. Instructors may use a variety of online learning platforms that may not work with a smartphone, so you should plan to take classes from a computer. All AppELS Institute LEVEL UP online courses will be offered through App State’s learning management system (AsULearn) and Zoom.

AppELS Institute LEVEL UP online courses do not have tests, quizzes, or grades. Students are expected to participate fully in discussions, projects, and guided self-study materials. Upon successful completion of the course materials, students will receive a Certificate of Achievement from AppELS Institute at Appalachian State University.

Yes! You will have many opportunities to interact with your instructor online via live classes, email, and discussion forums.

AppELS Institute LEVEL UP online course instructors are Appalachian State University professors who have many years of experience working with international students and are kind, welcoming, and excited to meet you.