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ELS Language Centers
400 Alexander Park, Suite SUSA05
Princeton, New Jersey 08540-6306
Telephone: 609.750.3500
Fax: 609.750.3590
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Over 40 USA Locations
Ashland, OR -- Atlanta, GA -- Berkeley, CA -- Boston, MA -- Boston City Center, MA -- Bristol, RI -- Charlotte, NC -- Chicago, IL -- Cleveland, OH -- DeLand, FL -- Denver, CO -- Grand Forks, ND -- Grand Rapids, MI -- Hayward, CA -- Honolulu, HI -- Houston, TX -- Indianapolis, IN -- Laramie, WY -- Las Vegas, NV -- La Verne, CA -- Melbourne, FL - Miami Shores, FL -- Nashville, TN -- New York (Juilliard, Manhattan, Riverdale) and Garden City, NY -- Oklahoma City, OK -- Philadelphia, PA -- Pittsburgh, PA -- Pocatello, ID -- Portland, OR -- Ruston, LA -- St. Louis, MO -- St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN -- St. Petersburg, FL -- San Antonio, TX -- San Diego, CA -- San Francisco, CA -- San Rafael, CA -- Santa Barbara, CA -- Santa Clarita, CA -- Santa Monica, CA -- Seattle, WA -- Teaneck, NJ -- Thousand Oaks, CA -- Washington, DC
Absorb American culture, traditions and customs while you study English with ELS Language Centers. Experience a different way of life by immersing yourself in American language and culture. And share these learning experiences with new friends you will make from around the world.
Since 1961, millions of students from 140 countries have chosen ELS Language Centers as the best way to learn English quickly. Studying English in the United States with ELS Language Centers is sure to be one of the most exciting and memorable experiences of your life. Mastery of English is your international passport to unlimited opportunities in education, business and personal development.
Intensive English Course Highlights:
- Intensive: 30 lessons of instruction per week. You learn English more quickly and reach your goals faster when you study with ELS Language Centers.
- Over 40 USA locations: Choose the setting, climate and lifestyle you like best. Most ELS Language Centers facilities are located on college and university campuses.
- Program completion is accepted by nearly 600 universities, colleges and career schools in place of the TOEFL. Learn more by visiting www.collegedirectory.els.edu.
- The Intensive English Course consists of up to twelve levels -- Beginning to Advanced to the Masters Levels. Before classes begin, you are tested to determine your ability to speak, understand and write English. Placement in levels is based on these tests. Each four-week session, you are evaluated for promotion to the next level.
- We offer flexible start dates each session. Start whenever it is convenient for you.
Costs
Note: All costs listed are for 2008 and are per 4-week session.- Tuition: US $1,465 for Intensive
- Application processing fee: US $135
- Health insurance: US $95 (up to 4 weeks)
- Room and board: Varies by Center location and type of housing
Accreditation
The ELS Language Centers Intensive English Course is accredited by The Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET), a national accrediting agency listed by the U.S. Secretary of Education.Semi-Intensive English Program Highlights:
- Designed for individuals who want maximum learning opportunities in the classroom and more time to explore their surroundings and practice English outside the classroom.
- Over 40 USA locations
- 20 lessons of instruction per week, with emphasis on communication skills and the practice of everyday English. We offer flexible start dates each session. Start whenever it is convenient for you.
- Twelve levels of instruction from Beginning to Masters
- Maximum class size: 20
- Offered at over 40 locations
Costs
Note: All costs listed are for 2008 and are per 4-week session.- Tuition: US $1100 for Semi-Intensive (4 weeks)
- Application processing fee: US $135
- Health insurance: US $95 (up to 4 weeks)
- Room and board: Varies by Center location and type of housing
Housing
Options include (varies by Center location):- Homestays
- Student Residences
- Apartments
Specialized Programs
In addition to the basic 30-lesson-per-week Intensive English Course and the 20-lesson-per-week Semi-Intensive course, ELS Language Centers offers a wide variety of programs for special purposes. These courses include:
Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT
Our comprehensive, 12-week Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT helps to develop your reading and listening skills, improve your writing and speaking and learn specific test-taking strategies to increase your TOEFL score! This program includes 30 lessons per week (6 lessons per day) of intensive TOEFL preparation studies. Classes are taught by highly qualified teachers trained and certified by ETS, the makers of the TOEFL. The latest practice test materials and student study textbooks for the TOEFL iBT are also used. In addition, a seat for the official TOEFL iBT is included, taken at the end of the course at the ELS Center in familiar surroundings. Offered at select ELS locations.
Business English Program
Improves your ability to use English for your career and to increase your knowledge. Our experienced instructors use actual, up-to-date business materials to increase your communication skills in practical business situations. This program includes 4 hours of general English study and 2 hours of business English practice in the afternoons. Offered at select ELS locations.ELS Fast Track Program
Fast Track was created for motivated students with Intermediate to Advanced English proficiency levels to meet college admission English requirements in time for Fall and/or Spring semester matriculation. Fast Track students progress through levels quickly, studying in 3-week sessions of 40 hours per week, and save money on housing costs and living expenses. Offered at select ELS locations.Super Intensive English Program
The ELS Super Intensive English Program combines highly concentrated, one-to-one instruction with a curriculum specially designed for your needs. Each course is individually designed to your current English level to meet your goals in the length of time you have available for study.English for Executives
If the Super Intensive English Program is more than you want, choose our English for Executives program. This program is designed for junior and mid-level executives and professionals who want to combine general English study with career-specific communication skills. This Monday through Friday course combines three personalized, one-to-one lessons per day with three daily interactive group lessons in the ELS Intensive English Program. During the time spent in one-to-one instruction your English study is custom-designed to match your particular interests.Contract Training
ELS provides custom designed courses for groups of executives and professionals from major corporations. These courses focus specifically on English for business, accounting, marketing, engineering, law, nursing and other specialized fields.Summer Study Vacation Programs
ELS Language Centers' English Study Youth Programs offer safe, fun, activity-filled opportunities for children aged 10 - 16 to learn English, make friends from around the world and experience American culture. Our campus locations are ideal for young students on their first trip away from home, and our teachers and professional Center staff are friendly, qualified and caring.American Explorer Program
From the historic atmosphere of Boston, to the incredible sites of New York City, from the bustling energy of Miami and the famous South Beach, to the relaxed lifestyle along the beautiful California Coast, the ELS American Culture Program immerses you in the best of the United States. Enjoy these great locations, within a complete cultural program designed to enhance your English communication skills, while providing you with a unique perspective on the diversity and richness of American Culture. This program includes three morning lessons per day Monday through Friday, for a total of 15 lessons per week.If you are interested in any of our programs and would like to request information, please contact us!
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