Welcome to DLIELC

MISSION

Provide Worldwide English language training and resident cultural immersion to enable US military and international partners to communicate in support of Department of Defense and Security Cooperation objectives..

VISION

An innovative, world class military organization providing superior English language training around the globe.

ABOUT US

The Defense Language Institute English Language Center (DLIELC) is the premier institution for English language training within the Department of Defense (DoD). As the "Gateway to America," DLIELC plays a vital role in building Security Cooperation capability through comprehensive English language training and cultural immersion.

Each year, the institute welcomes over 5,500 resident students from 159 partner nations, providing them with a unique opportunity to learn English and experience American culture. DLIELC also provides English language training to U.S. military service members whose primary language is not English, supporting their career development ahead of Initial Entry Training. In addition to resident programs, DLIELC also extends its mission abroad through Mobile Training Teams, supporting non-resident English language programs in each of the DoD’s geographical Combatant Commands. The institute facilitates more than 60,000 English language evaluations for both military and civilian international partners across 668 global testing sites. DLIELC is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation which is certified by the U.S. Department of Education.

Through its wide range of programs and initiatives, DLIELC supports the Defense English Language Program (DELP) by strengthening alliances, building partnerships, and promoting Security Cooperation.