Academic English Programs

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program is designed for students who want to attend a college or university outside of their home countries or for any student who wants to attain the highest level of English proficiency in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Through the EAP Program, you will learn listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, and grammar. You will also get the skills you need to be successful in a university setting, including:

• Critical Thinking
• Presentations/ Public Speaking
• Note-taking
• Academic Research

Our morning classes consist of:

• Structure and Speaking Practice or Language Studies
• Vocabulary Enrichment (Levels 101 – 109) OR Skills Enhancement Classes (Masters levels only)
• One lesson in our Language Technology Center (LTC)

Afternoon classes consist of reading and writing. If you complete Level 112 and want to continue to study in Masters levels, you may do so. Our Masters curriculum gives you opportunities to challenge yourself and grow even more in your English proficiency without repeating any content you studied before.

Successfully completing Level 112 of the ELS English for Academic Purposes Program earns you a Certificate of Completion accepted as proof of English proficiency at more than 650 colleges and universities worldwide. Many two-year schools will accept Level 109.

Vacation English Programs

ELS Language Experience+ (LE+)

ELS Language Experience+ challenges you to create a flexible English-learning experience as unique as you are. Improve your everyday conversational skills while immersing yourself in activities and new cultural experiences in fascinating U.S. cities. Study for 3 or 6 hours per day, stay for 2 weeks or 24 weeks – the choice is yours. Learn English on your terms, at your pace, and on your schedule.

+Choice

Choose your length of stay, classroom hours, and additional activities based on what works for your schedule, and your budget.

Classes offered:

Everyday English: Get conversation-confident. This essential class within ELS Language Experience+ gives you the skills you need to speak casually in everyday situations with ease and accuracy.

Grammar in Action: To speak well and to be understood, you’ll need to be precise and accurate. Learn the building blocks of the English language that help you seamlessly transition from the classroom to the real world.

Digital Expression: Use your developing English skills to connect to the digital world through a project you propose and customize based on your interests. You’ll learn to express yourself using digital media platforms like blogs, podcasts, and social media.

Discover and Discuss: Confidently share your thoughts and opinions on current topics. This discussion-based class focuses on contemporary subjects such as artificial intelligence, environmentalism, global citizenship, and more. Stay current, and join the conversation.

American Explorer Program:

If you plan to take a vacation and want to improve your English skills while you are traveling, consider our American Explorer program, which consists of three classes each morning (15 classes per week), focusing on:

• Listening
• Speaking
• Pronunciation
• Vocabulary
• Grammar