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ELS Language Centers in the U.S. is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) – a national accrediting agency listed by the US Secretary of Education. ELS schools are approved to offer the following programs: Intensive Programs, Semi-Intensive Program, Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT, the GRE® Prep Program, the GMAT® Prep Program, the American Explorer Program, Business English Programs and Special Programs. This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. ELS Language Centers and its staff are members of:

• American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO)

• American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP)• ALTO: Association of Language Travel Organisations• NAFSA: Association of International Educators• Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)• AIEA (Association of International Education Administrators)• AIRC (American International Recruitment Council)

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2011 ENGLISH EDITION

ELS.eduStudy EngliSh | ExplorE | SuccEEd

• 55+ centers located throughout the USA and Canada

• Located on 50 university campuses and in key city centers

• Wide range of programs and services• Highly qualified teachers• ELS certification accepted as

proof of English proficiency by more than 600 universities in the USA

YEARS OF LEADERSHIP ININTERNATIONAL EDUCATION

StEp 1 Enroll for English studies at ELS Language Centers

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Choose a university and apply with the help of your ELS authorized Counseling Agency and ELS University Admission Services

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If you meet the admission requirements, receive a letter of “Conditional university admission subject to English proficiency”

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Study at any of the 55+ ELS Centers in the USA to fulfill the university’s English language requirement

StEp 5 BEGIN yOur uNIvErSITy prOGram!

Complete ELS Level 112* By completing the ELS English for Academic

Purposes Program, you satisfy the English

requirement for over 600 ELS partner universities

achieve required TOEFL® Score

TOEFL® iBT test available

at all ELS Centers**; many

offer Complete Prep

Program for TOEFL® iBT

achieve required IELTS™ Score

Testing available at

more than 20 centers!

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Regions Northeastern States pages 26-32 Southeastern States pages 32-37 North Central States pages 38-43 Western States pages 43-47 pacific States pages 47-53 Canada page 54

ELS Guarantees Your Success at Learning EnglishELS provides you with a written guarantee to indicate how confident we are in the academic quality and effectiveness of our Intensive English Programs. If after successfully graduating from Level 112 of the Intensive English Programs, you feel your lack of English proficiency is significantly hindering your academic or professional progress, you may return to our Intensive English Programs within one year after your graduation from ELS Language Centers, and study free of tuition. This offer applies to all students who complete the ELS Intensive English Programs at an ELS Language Center in the USA.

A name you can trust Whether you wish to attend a university, to advance in your career or simply improve your English language skills, ELS helps you achieve your goals!

A leader in English language instruction ELS has its own unique curriculum, textbooks and branded language-learning software to help you master English.

the best locations Choose from more than 55 great locations across the USA and Canada, with 50 centers located on university campuses. Whether you are looking for a rural, suburban or metropolitan location, a university campus or city center, ELS has a location that is perfect for you!

A dedicated and experienced team Our professional, experienced and caring staff is dedicated to helping ELS students settle into their new American surroundings, progress in their English studies and attain their higher educational and career goals.

Wide range of programs to meet your needs With General English, English for Academic Purposes, Semi-Intensive English, American Explorer, Test Prep Programs and many other programs to choose from, ELS offers a variety of programs and courses to best meet your study goals.

Choice of accommodations ELS offers you multiple options including on-campus student residences, off-campus housing options and American host families.

three pathways to university acceptance Only ELS offers you three clear paths toward fulfilling the English language requirement for admissions into US universities and colleges: the ELS Intensive English Program - English for Academic Purposes, the official TOEFL® iBT or the official IELTS™

ELS University Admission Services ELS can help you find the right university before you leave your country.

Largest provider of standardized testing ELS is the largest single provider of the TOEFL® iBT and IELTS™ tests in the United States.

the latest in learning technology New, state-of-the-art ELS Language Technology Centers: Available at all ELS locations*, our Language Technology Centers offer students opportunities to focus on individual skills that need improvement.

An American adventure All ELS Centers plan a wide range of activities for students, from sightseeing visits to local attractions, to sporting events, to trips to nearby theaters, museums and restaurants, American conversation partners and, of course, excursions to shopping malls and amusement parks!

*Except for ELS/Juilliard

“ ”I am so happy that I could study at ELS. Teachers at ELS are very good and nice. They helped me improve my English.

-Minh nguyEn, ViEtnAM

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It is with great pleasure and gratitude that we present our 2011 catalogue of programs and locations. ELS Educational Services has had the privilege of serving our students and partners for half a century from our founding as an English studies publisher to our current status as a world-leader in international recruitment and education pathways. Today, ELS is:

• the foremost provider of Intensive English language instruction on university campuses in the USA

• the largest recruiter of international students for US colleges, universities and post graduate programs

• the leading provider of direct entry pathways to higher education: completion of ELS’ English for Academic Purposes program is accepted by more than 600 universities as proof of English proficiency for admission.

ELS Certification is, together with TOEFL® and IELTS™, one of the three most-accepted admission standards for proof of English proficiency used by US colleges and universities for international student admissions. Additionally, ELS is:

• the largest single administrator of standardized English proficiency tests in the USA: TOEFL® iBT and IELTS™

• a leading partner with universities in developing pathways, bridge programs and specialized curricula for international students for delivery in the USA and at branch campuses around the world

• a leading provider of counseling tools, counselor training and standards for international student advising and recruitment

Over the past five decades, ELS has recruited and taught English to more than 1 million students. Each year, thousands of ELS graduates go on to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees in the USA. Many ELS graduates are, today, successful educators, business people and government leaders in their home countries. The greatest testament to their satisfaction with ELS is for so many of our graduates to entrust the education of their sons and daughters to ELS, as they increasingly do today.

ELS is consistently an active participant at both the local meetings of TESOL, the international organization for ESL teachers and administrators, and its annual convention as well. ELS typically contributes ten or more presentations to the annual event, which is attended by over 6,000 professionals from around the world. ELS staff also has a long track record of serving as TESOL officers.

The experience and quality of our ELS team contributes to our success. Our students benefit from a Language Center management team, which, on average, has worked for ELS for more than 10 years. In fact, more than 12% have had a career with ELS for 20 years or longer.

This year ELS will be teaching English and university study skills on 50 university campuses in the USA and in 10+ countries around the world. With our international ELS Counselor Certification Program, ELS University Guide online school search database and our overseas network of ELS trained counselors in 1,500+ authorized Counseling Agent offices, we are professionalizing student advising, enabling university recruitment, university pathways and student mobility throughout the world.

Thank you for your support and trust which have enabled our growth.

Mark W. Harris

President and C.E.O. ELS Educational Services, Inc.

ContentsAbout ELS Letter from the President................................................ 1 ELS Quality Instruction .................................................... 2

Our Programs Intensive English Program – General English ........... 4 Intensive English Program – English for Academic Purposes ........................................................... 5 Semi-Intensive English Program ................................. 6 Business & Executive English Programs ..................... 8 Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT ............ 10 ELS Test Prep Programs (GRE® & GMAT®) .................11 Vacation Learning Programs ........................................12 Youth Programs ................................................................14

Our Curriculum Classes and Level Progression ......................................16 Certificates of Achievement ........................................17 ELS Language Technology Centers .............................18 Testing .................................................................................19

For University Bound Students Pathways to University Admission .............................20 University Admission Services ..................................... 21 University Study Options ..............................................22 Academic Year Abroad in the USA .............................23

Housing Options ...................................................24

North American Center Locations .....................25

International Study Options ...............................25

ELS Canada Locations .........................................54

ELS in Shanghai ...................................................55

Letter from the president

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Highly Qualified Teachershigh standards • All ELS teachers are professional educators with qualifications in

English language instruction, with the majority holding master’s degrees.

continual training • ELS has clearly established a process for, and invests in,

professional growth for our qualified and experienced teachers—through regular skill development, mentoring and monthly workshops.

recognition • ELS Instructor Judith Dillon received the award for Excellence in

Teaching from TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) in 2008, the international organization representing the ESL profession.

dedicated teachers • ELS is known for the dedication, skills and length of service of

our teachers. Many of our instructors have taught at ELS for 15 years or more.

excellent curriculum • The ELS curriculum is refreshed and improved regularly by

suggestions and feedback from our most experienced instructors.

active participation in professional education communities • Many of the most experienced teachers at ELS, Senior

Instructors and Instructional Specialists are members of TESOL.

• ELS instructors are encouraged to participate in professional organizations and conferences and are recognized for doing so. Since 2007, ELS instructors and TESOL experts have presented more than 40 scholarly papers at the Annual International TESOL Conference.

eLs QUALitY instrUction

2 | ELS Quality Instruction

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ELS has been one of the best experiences of my life. Teachers are always friendly with the students. ELS is not just a school, it’s a special experience about a great relationship between students and teachers.

-mAzen ALghAmdi, sAUdi ArAbiA

Core ClassesThe ELS curriculum is centered on core classes which are common to the General English, English for Academic Purposes, Semi-Intensive English, American Explorer, Business English and Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT. These classes are the essential building blocks of successful language learning.

Levels may be grouped into Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced and Masters to allow students of similar abilities and interests to study together. When levels are combined, each student is tracked and evaluated according to his/her specific level in the program.

Core classes are structured to incorporate all key areas of English language learning to provide students with well-balanced instruction in all English language skills.

• Structure and Speaking Practice/Language Studies: This class includes instruction in speaking, listening, grammar and vocabulary.

• Reading and Writing: This class focuses on the development of comprehensive reading and writing accuracy and also reinforces and consolidates learning in other skill areas.

• Language Technology Center: Technology-supported learning in our new Language Technology Centers allows students to focus on their individual learning needs and objectives. Additionally, students have access to the Internet.

Skills Enhancement ClassesSkills Enhancement Classes are available to Intensive English Program students. While the choice of classes varies from location to location, all ELS Centers offer Skills Enhancement Classes that appeal to a variety of interests, and target students’ specific needs.

Skills Enhancement Classes for students studying in the General English include:

• Beginner students: Conversation, Vocabulary and Listening Comprehension

• Intermediate students: American Idioms, Real World Listening, American Culture and Vocabulary Development

• Advanced and Masters students: Current Events, Public Speaking, American Slang and Film and Discussion

Skills Enhancement Classes for students studying in the English for Academic Purposes include:

• Beginner students: Conversation, Vocabulary and Listening Comprehension

• Intermediate students: One class will focus on general communication skills such as American Idioms or Real World Listening and a second class will focus on emerging academic literacy skills such as Intermediate Academic Writing and University Preparation Skills.

• Advanced and Masters students: Both classes will focus on Academic Skills such as Listening and Note-taking, Advanced Academic Writing and Speech and Debate

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I have enjoyed the SSP class a lot, because I learned new vocabulary and grammar. My second favorite class was Reading and Writing; it helped me improve my reading speed and I also learned new words.

-chien-Yo chen, tAiwAn

ELS provides instruction in listening, speaking, reading and writing of English. No matter which Intensive English Program or Semi-Intensive Program a student selects, ELS will provide placement testing upon arrival in the USA and will place the student in one of our 12 proficiency levels (level 101 through 112). Each level consists of 30 class hours weekly of teacher led instruction, per week with each session lasting 4 weeks. Each level includes class work, Language Technology Center individual study, homework, quizzes, compositions and a final level test. Classroom participation is an important part of our program.

At the end of each 4-week session, those students who have successfully met the requirements for that level will advance to the next ELS level of study and immediately begin the new session.

Students can begin their ELS program on any one of the 13 starting dates each year and can choose to study for any number of 4-week sessions. Those students who complete Level 112 of the English for Academic Purposes will receive our Level 112 Certificate, which is accepted as proof of English proficiency for admission at more than 600 colleges and universities in the USA.

The ELS Intensive English Program has just gotten better! Now ELS offers two Intensive English programs of study to meet your needs:

• General English • English for Academic Purposes

Nobody knows what you need better than you do. Now you can decide what you want to study and pick the program that best fits your needs and goals. Both Intensive programs of study use the proven communicative approach to language learning. This approach makes for lively, interactive classes with a wide range of activities that will challenge your abilities and allow you to have fun while developing all your language skills. Courses for both programs meet for 30 lessons per week, so you are sure to learn quickly.

With two programs of study to choose from, you tell us where you want your English to take you, and we’ll help you get there!

intensive engLish progrAms

intensive english program – general english sample class schedule

BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED MASTERS (101-103) (104-106) (107-109) (110-112) 8:30-9:20 Structure/Speaking Structure/Speaking Language Technology Reading/Writing Practice Practice Center 9:30-10:20 Structure/Speaking Structure/Speaking Reading/Writing Language Technology Practice Practice Center 10:30-11:20 Language Technology Reading/Writing Structure/Speaking Language Studies Center Practice 11:30-12:20 Reading/Writing Language Technology Structure/Speaking Language Studies Center Practice 12:20-1:30 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH 1:30-2:30 Pronunciation & Compelling Media Writing Creative Writing Conversation Conversations 2:40-3:45 Vocabulary Listening with Film & Discussion American Slang In Use Confidence * Exact courses offered at each location may vary. Additional courses that may be offered: Communication through Video, What Makes America Tick, English

for Business, Public Speaking, Real World Listening, American Ways and more!

** Skills Enhancement Classes meet for 60 and 65 minutes Monday through Thursday. This gives students the same amount of class time each week as their

morning classes, but allows for free afternoons every Friday.

Number of Levels 12 levels: 101 to 112 (Beginner to Masters)

Number of Lessons per Week 30 (50 minutes per lesson)**

Number of Weeks for Each Level 4 weeks (each session covers 1 level)

Tuition $1,595 per session

Course Curriculum Development of all key language skills and elements: speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading and writing

Students practice conversation and speaking skills using practical, real-world English. They learn to write with accuracy and effectiveness, develop strategic listening skills and improve their use of grammar.

Skills Enhancement Classes allow students to customize their program to suit individual interests. Sample classes include American Idioms, American Film, Current Events and American Culture. Choices vary by location.

In our state-of-the-art Language Technology Centers, students work on their individual language skills and objectives through technology-supported learning.

Contact America! provides students with regular opportunities to meet and speak with Americans, visit and observe university courses, listen to guest lecturers and participate in local excursions.

Number of Start Dates Annually 26 start dates

Maximum Number of Students per Class 15 students – Structure/Speaking, Language Studies, Reading/Writing classes

20 students – Skills Enhancement Classes

Age Requirements Age varies by center and housing option. See application for more details.

Program Availability All centers, except the following: Boston - Newton, Bristol, Clemson, Grand Forks, Grand Rapids, Laramie, Pocatello, Plymouth, Ruston, Tampa

(These centers only offer the Intensive English Program - English for Academic Purposes; see Center profile for additional programs available at that Center.)

4 | Intensive English Program - General English

General EnglishThe ELS Intensive English Program – General English gives you the opportunity to improve your English by focusing on the skills you will need to communicate well in everyday business and social settings. The four morning classes focus on the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills necessary to communicate effectively in English. The two afternoon Skills Enhancement Classes let you apply what you learn in the morning in a communicative and natural context. You have the opportunity to learn more about American culture, improve your vocabulary and use of idioms and conduct meaningful and productive conversations.

Whether you want to improve your English language skills for your job, to better enjoy your travels, or just to communicate in a language understood the world over — the ELS Intensive English Program – General English is perfect for you. Learning English has never been so enjoyable! A typical program is shown below.*

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Number of Lessons per Week 30 lessons (50 minutes per lesson)**





Skills Enhancement Classes target the academic skills students need to succeed in higher education in the US. Students will benefit from targeted development of skills important for university success. In Levels 107 – 112, two hours a day will typically focus on academic reading, writing, listening, speaking, presentations and note-taking skills.

In our state-of-the-art Language Technology Centers, students work on their individual language skills and objectives through technology-supported learning.




20 students – Skills Enhancement Classes


Program Availability All centers

Students who wish to apply for Conditional Admission to any university in the ELS University Conditional Admission Network must enroll in the ELS Intensive English Program - English for Academic Purposes and must apply to the university of their choice through the ELS University Admission Services. Conditional Letters of Admission (CLAs) are only issued to applicants to the ELS Intensive English Program - English for Academic Purposes track.

intensive english program – english for academic purposes sample class schedule

BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED MASTERS (101-103) (104-106) (107-109) (110-112) 8:30-9:20 Structure/Speaking Structure/Speaking Language Technology Reading/Writing Practice Practice Center 9:30-10:20 Structure/Speaking Structure/Speaking Reading/Writing Language Technology Practice Practice Center 10:30-11:20 Language Technology Reading/Writing Structure/Speaking Language Studies Center Practice 11:30-12:20 Reading/Writing Language Technology Structure/Speaking Language Studies Center Practice 12:20-1:30 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH 1:30-2:30 Pronunciation & Compelling Advanced Academic Speech & Debate Conversation Conversations Vocabulary 2:40-3:45 Beginning Writing Intermediate Academic Listening & Note-taking Research Skills Writing * Additional Courses that may be offered: Academic Listening, University Prep, Summarizing and Paraphrasing, Advanced Writing Workshop, Developing

Vocabulary Skills, Advanced Presentations, Academic Skills (Intermediate and Advanced) and more!

** Skills Enhancement Classes meet for 60 and 65 minutes Monday through Thursday. This gives students the same amount of class time each week as their

morning classes, but allows for free afternoons every Friday.

intensive engLish progrAms English for Academic PurposesStudying at a college or university in the US is extremely challenging and requires a high level of English proficiency. The ELS Intensive English Program – English for Academic Purposes gives students the opportunity to focus on the academic skills they will need to succeed in their pursuit of higher education.

Intensive English Program – English for Academic Purposes students enjoy four hours of morning classes designed to build the foundation for communicative competency: two lessons of Structure/Speaking Practice (or Language Studies), one lesson of Reading/Writing and one lesson in our Language Technology Center. In the afternoon, students study for two hours in our Skills Enhancement Classes. These classes are designed to build on the core skills taught in the morning classes. Skills Enhancement Classes for the beginning level students (101 – 103) focus on basic oral and written communication skills and give students a chance to practice and gain skill and confidence with the content taught in their morning classes.

Starting at the intermediate levels (104 – 106), the Intensive English Program – English for Academic Purposes students begin to focus on academic literacy skills. One Skills Enhancement Class each day is dedicated to academic preparation, while the second class focuses on general English skills. Once these students reach the low-advanced level (107), both afternoon Skills Enhancement Classes are typically dedicated to improving academic reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Because the academic preparation begins at an early level, and complements the core English skills taught in the morning, students acquire a high level of English proficiency and are well prepared for academic study.*

When students complete the Intensive English Program – English for Academic Purposes at Level 112, they receive a certificate that shows that they have fulfilled the English language requirement at over 600 colleges and universities in the US!

Semi-Intensive English ProgramThe ELS Semi-Intensive English Program is ideal for students who want to learn English while also having time to visit local cities and attractions. Students take classes in the morning and have afternoons free to explore and use their improving English.


Number of Lessons per Week 20 lessons (50 minutes per lesson)





In our state-of-the-art Language Technology Centers, students work on their individual language skills and objectives through technology supported learning.






semi-intensive english sample class schedule

BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED MASTERS (101-103) (104-106) (107-109) (110-112) 8:30-9:20 Language Technology Language Technology Reading/Writing Reading/Writing Center Center 9:30-10:20 Reading/Writing Reading/Writing Language Technology Language Technology Center Center 10:30-11:20 Structure/Speaking Structure/Speaking Structure/Speaking Language Studies Practice Practice Practice 11:30-12:20 Structure/Speaking Structure/Speaking Structure/Speaking Language Studies Practice Practice Practice

6 | Semi-Intensive English

new program CELTA Teacher Training Certificate ProgramEnhance your career as an English as a Second Language teaching professional by obtaining the prestigious CELTA certificate. ELS Language Centers in Seattle, Washington will offer the Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA). The CELTA Teacher Training Certificate program is designed for people with little or no experience in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). This 120-hour course covers all aspects of ESL instruction including language analysis, lesson planning, methodology, classroom management and professional development. The CELTA program also includes a practical teaching component in a real ESL classroom. The CELTA certificate is recognized around the world as a symbol of quality teaching and is a great way to get you started on your career in teaching ESL.

For more information contact: ELS Language Centers/Seattle; Email: [email protected]

more thAn JUst engLish... hAve fUn And mAke friends

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You’ll learn so much more than just English with ELSYour time at ELS will be one of the most memorable experiences of your life. Learn English and American culture both inside and outside of the classroom.

You can count on usOur caring and committed teachers and staff are there with you during class, assisting in the Language Technology Center and always available to answer your questions. They provide academic counseling and ensure that you are learning English accurately.

Experience American life with your newly-developed English skillsOutside of the classroom, ELS creates many opportunities to experience a wide range of American culture. Enjoy many exciting activities, such as trips to amusement parks and sporting events, weekend excursions, holiday parties and sight-seeing.

The opportunity to live with local families lets you experience American life from a first-hand point of view. If you choose to live in a dormitory or apartment, you’ll meet both American and international students.

Broaden your perspectiveAttending ELS will open up future possibilities, introducing you to new experiences and allowing you to become friends with people from around the world. Studying and living in the USA will give you plenty of opportunities to successfully use your newly-learned English skills and the confidence to enter any academic or social situation.

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ELS feels like my family. Everyone knows each other from the activities we have each weekend. I have learned more and more English and culture from the other international students. I think that the difference between ELS and the other schools is that ELS is a family and other schools are just schools.

-ernesto triAs, venezUeLA

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Because the teachers give us several topics to discuss in class, I could get interested in American and other countries’ culture, education and religion. And also, this ELS center provides us with lots of fun events including apple picking, watching basketball and baseball, ski and snow boarding and shopping and so on.

–hiroki kUriYAmA, JApAn

bUsiness & eXecUtive engLish progrAms

Business Englishcommunicate with confidence in business

To be successful in today’s multilingual work environment, business professionals must be able to communicate confidently, accurately and effectively in English-speaking situations.

Number of Levels 7 levels: 106 to 112 (High Intermediate to Masters)

Number of Lessons per Week 30 group lessons (50 minutes per session) Monday – Friday, with Friday afternoons free. 20 lessons in General English skills and 10 lessons in Business English*

Number of Weeks for Each Level 4 weeks


Course Curriculum The ELS Business English Program covers the following skills: giving presentations, participating in meetings, negotiating agreements, explaining and defending positions, and using business vocabulary and idiomatic expressions in work-related conversations. Students also practice important writing skills such as reporting and summarizing.

The ELS Business English curriculum includes 30 lessons per week of classroom instruction and practice in all key language skills: speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading and writing.

The program consists of three unique one-session modules of instruction, with four weeks of instruction per module. In each module, students will research, prepare and give an oral presentation, lead and actively participate in simulated meetings, defend a position taken or an argument presented, read and discuss case studies, business news and other authentic business literature. Students may register for one, two or all three modules.

Individual competencies and objectives are addressed through technology-supported learning in the ELS Language Technology Centers.



20 students – Business English classes

Minimum Level Requirement An ELS Level 106 (High Intermediate) minimum proficiency is required. Proof of proficiency may be submitted in the form of a score of 46 on the TOEFL® iBT, 453 PBT on the TOEFL® PBT, 133 CBT on the TOEFL® CBT, 550 on the TOEIC or IELTS™ band 4.0.

Program Availability New York (Manhattan), New York San Francisco - Downtown, California Washington, DC

business english sample class schedule

INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED MASTERS (ELIGIBLE AT 106) (107-109) (110-112) 8:30-9:20 Structure/Speaking Practice Reading/Writing Language Technology Center 9:30-10:20 Structure/Speaking Practice Structure/Speaking Practice Reading/Writing 10:30-11:20 Language Technology Center Structure/Speaking Practice Language Studies 11:30-12:20 Reading/Writing Language Technology Center Language Studies 12:20-1:30 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH 1:30-2:30 Business English Business English Business English 2:40-3:45 Business English Business English Business English * Afternoon classes meet for 60 to 65 minutes Monday through Thursday. This gives students the same amount of class time each week as their morning classes, but allows for free afternoons every Friday.

8 | Business & Executive Programs

bUsiness & eXecUtive engLish progrAms

Business & Executive Programs | 9

Executive EnglishSuccessful executives and professionals know the value of being able to communicate in English. ELS offers a number of unique program options to help busy professionals learn English and achieve the professional growth they desire.

English for Executivesone-to-one and group instruction

The English for Executives program is designed for junior and mid-level professionals who want to combine general English practice along with career-specific communication training. The English for Executives program consists of three 50-minute interactive group lessons and three personalized 50-minute one-to-one lessons each day. The course length may be two or four weeks, beginning on any of the 26 year-round Intensive English program start dates. ELS will provide assistance with accommodation arrangements.

Super Intensive Englishone-to-one instruction

The ELS Super Intensive English program is the fastest way to improve English proficiency. This course combines highly concentrated, one-to-one instruction and a curriculum targeted specially to the participant’s needs. Courses are individually designed, based upon the level of English ability, desired language use and outcomes, and length of time available for study. This program can begin on any Monday and may last for one week to four weeks or more. The Super Intensive program consists of either 20, 30 or 45 private, 50-minute lessons each week, taught on a Monday to Friday schedule. ELS will provide assistance with accommodation arrangements.

Super Intensive Plusone-to-one instruction

For maximum results in just one week, the Super Intensive Plus program is the best choice for a busy executive. This highly rigorous course consists of 70 lessons, 50 minutes each, of combined in-class instruction and out-of-class cultural activities, generally taught from Monday through Sunday. Super Intensive Plus is ideal in preparation for an important business presentation or meeting in the United States. Due to the intensity of this program, intermediate English proficiency is highly recommended. ELS will provide assistance with accommodation arrangements.

Contract TrainingCustom-designed instruction for groups is available at most ELS Centers, and may be taught on company premises.

For more information and an application for ELS Executive English Programs, contact an ELS authorized Counseling Agent (visit www.els.edu/agents) or ELS Special Programs at [email protected].

Program AvailabiltyAtlanta, Georgia

Boston - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Boston - Newton, Massachusetts

Chicago, Illinois

Garden City, New York

Honolulu, Hawaii

Houston, Texas

Nashville, Tennessee

New York (Manhattan), New York

New York (Riverdale), New York

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Orlando, Florida

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

San Diego, California

San Francisco - Downtown, California

Santa Barbara, California

Santa Monica, California

Seattle, Washington

St. Paul, Minnesota

St. Petersburg, Florida

Washington, DC

Achieve your goals! ELS Test Preparation Programs prepare you to do your best!

Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBTELS Language Centers, the leader in campus-based English language instruction in the USA, now offers a 3-session Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT. (The program is available as a 3-session package, but students also may choose to take only one or two sessions of the program.)

Students will practice integrated reading and listening skills, improve writing and speaking, and learn test-taking strategies to help them get the score they need to succeed on the TOEFL® iBT.

Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT includes:

• Complete 12-week prep course for the TOEFL® exam, with 30 lessons per week of intensive studies

• Seat for the official TOEFL® iBT, taken in familiar surroundings at the end of the course at the ELS center

• Integrated academic skills curriculum, covering all English language skills needed to succeed on the TOEFL®

• ETS TOEFL® Practice Online (TPO) diagnostic test, taken each four-week session, with instant scoring and feedback by ETS

• Latest practice test materials incorporated into lessons and language lab

• Most recent student textbooks for TOEFL® iBT

• ETS CriterionSM online writing evaluation service, with instant scoring and feedback by ETS on writing samples

Please note: 8-week and 4-week programs are also available at selected locations, but do not include a seat for the exam. For dates, please see application or visit www.els.edu

Number of Levels 6 levels: 107 to 112 (Advanced to Masters)

Number of Lessons per Week 30 (50 minutes per lesson)**

Number of Weeks for Each Level/Session 4 weeks

Tuition* Ranges from $1,840 to $5,340 based on number of weeks or sessions 4 weeks/1 session - $1,840 8 weeks/2 sessions - $3,580 12 weeks/3 sessions - $5,340

* Program fee for the 12-week Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT includes tuition, materials, technology fee and seat for the official TOEFL® iBT. The 8-week and 4-week Complete Program for the TOEFL® iBT include tuition, materials and technology fee only.

Course Curriculum Prepare for the TOEFL® with six lessons per day!

2 hours of Structure and Speaking Practice or Language Studies: focus on listening, speaking, grammar skills and integrated skills needed for the TOEFL® exam.

1 hour of TOEFL® iBT Practice in the ELS Language Technology Center: Take actual TOEFL® practice exams using TOEFL® study materials and advanced listening software. You will receive an Individualized Learning Plan based on your English proficiency level on the placement tests and on TOEFL® iBT goals. You will also use ETS’ CriterionSM, an exclusive writing program providing instant feedback on your performance.

1 hour of TOEFL® Reading and Writing: Read, discuss and write about a variety of reading selections.

2 hours of TOEFL® iBT Prep: Put your newly learned skills to work by refining study techniques, discussing test-taking strategies and practicing test formats.


Maximum Number of Students per Class 15 students for all classes

Minimum Level Requirement (high intermediate) ELS will accept one of the following for admission to the program: - ELS Pre-Arrival Placement Test – See www.els.edu

for details- Completion of ELS Level 106- Score of 52 on TOEFL® iBT; 473 on TOEFL® PBT; 150 on

TOEFL® CBT or IELTS™ Band 4.5

Note: All tests must have been taken within two years prior to ELS admission.


Program Availability Atlanta, Georgia; Berkeley, California; Boston - Cambridge, Massachusetts; Boston - Newton, Massachusetts; Charlotte, North Carolina; Chicago, Illinois; Cincinnati, Ohio; Garden City, New York; Honolulu, Hawaii; Houston, Texas; La Verne, California; New York (Manhattan), New York; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; San Diego, California; San Francisco - North Bay, California; Santa Barbara, California; Seattle, Washington; Teaneck, New Jersey; Washington, DC

eLs test prep progrAms

complete prep program for the toefl® ibt sample class schedule

ADVANCED MASTERS (107-109) (110-112) 8:30-9:20 Structure/Speaking Practice TOEFL® Reading/Writing 9:30-10:20 Structure/Speaking Practice TOEFL® Practice in Lab 10:30-11:20 TOEFL® Practice in Lab Language Studies 11:30-12:20 TOEFL® Reading/Writing Language Studies 12:20-1:30 LUNCH LUNCH 1:30-2:30 TOEFL® Prep TOEFL® Prep 2:40-3:45 TOEFL® Prep TOEFL® Prep

** Afternoon classes meet for 60 to 65 minutes Monday through Thursday. This gives students the same amount of class time each week as their morning classes, but allows for free afternoons.

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gre® prep sample schedule

Language Advanced Writing Language Technology GRE® Prep Optional: Studies Center 1 hour GRE® skill focus math tutorial 2 hours 1 hour 1 hour 2 hours

gmat® prep sample schedule

Language Advanced Writing Language Technology GMAT® Prep Optional: Studies Center 1 hour GMAT® skill focus math tutorial 2 hours 1 hour 1 hour 2 hours

eLs test prep progrAms ELS GRE® Prep ProgramIf your goal is to study at a graduate school in the USA, you have a very special challenge—the Graduate Record Exam.

Are you ready? • Half of the GRE® covers reading comprehension and vocabulary

• 25% of the test requires well-developed writing skills

• And the final 25% checks quantitative skills

The good news is--ELS can help you! • Strengthen your reading, vocabulary and essay writing skills!

This 4-week, 6-hours-per-day program* combines advanced language enrichment with one hour of GRE® language self-study and two hours of GRE® Prep strategies (see chart). Two separate GRE® Prep modules cover all skills.

• Build quantitative skills too! Add the ELS Personalized Math Tutorial to the core GRE® program. This option gives you a specific plan for math self-study. It also provides you with instruction from a math specialist who will tailor lessons to your needs (twice a week).

• Maximum class size is 15 students

An ELS Level 109 (Advanced) minimum proficiency is required. Proof of proficiency must be submitted in the form of a score of 61 on the TOEFL® iBT, 500 PBT on TOEFL® PBT, 173 CBT on the TOEFL ® CBT or 5.0 on the IELTS™

The ELS GRE® Prep Program is offered at the following ELS locations: Boston - Cambridge, Massachusetts Houston, Texas Nashville, Tennessee Washington, DC

Pricing Information: $1,750 per session

*This is the Monday to Thursday schedule. Friday’s schedule includes only the first

four hours of study.

ELS GMAT® Prep ProgramWith the help of ELS, you can be admitted to a Masters of Business Administration program and earn an “MBA” from a university in the USA. The first step is to get a qualifying score on the GMAT® - the Graduate Management Admissions Test.

ELS can help you prepare for the GMAT®: • Assists in the development of time management skills

(the GMAT® is 3 ½ hours long)

• Reviews the three core components—Writing (two required essays), Quantitative, Verbal

• Helps prepare for the Critical Reasoning section of the exam

• Maximum class size is 15 students

The ELS GMAT® Prep course is a 4-week, 6-hours-per-day program.* The two modules look closely at specific essay types and language skills such as reading comprehension, critical reasoning and sentence correction. Students requiring quantitative skills may add tutoring to their schedule.

An ELS Level Level 109 (Advanced) minimum proficiency is required. Proof of proficiency must be submitted in the form of a score of 61 on the TOEFL® iBT, 500 PBT on TOEFL® PBT, 173 CBT on the TOEFL ® CBT or 5.0 on the IELTS™

The ELS GMAT® Prep Program is offered at the following ELS locations: Miami, Florida New York (Manhattan), New York Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Pricing Information: $1,750 per session

*This is the Monday to Thursday schedule. Friday’s schedule includes only the first

four hours of study.

Check with your ELS authorized Counseling Agent (www.els.edu/agents) to learn more about these programs.

American Explorer Programenjoy the adventure

If you are planning a short vacation in the USA and would like to include some English classes, our American Explorer Program is perfect for you. Study English in the morning and enjoy the afternoons practicing your English while sightseeing and visiting local attractions.

Number of Levels 12 levels 101 to 112 (Beginner to Masters)

Number of Lessons per Week 15 lessons (50 minutes per lesson), Monday – Friday, with afternoons free



Course Curriculum Focus on Structure and Speaking Practice, Reading and Writing or Language Technology Center

Accommodations See specific center for options


Maximum Number of Students per Class 15 students - Structure/Speaking, Language Studies, Reading/Writing classes



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american explorer sample class schedule

BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED MASTERS (101-103) (104-106) (107-109) (110-112) 8:30-9:20 Structure/Speaking Language Technology Structure/Speaking Language Studies Practice Center Practice 9:30-10:20 Structure/Speaking Language Technology Structure/Speaking Language Studies Practice Center Practice 10:30-11:20 Language Technology Structure/Speaking Reading/Writing Reading/Writing Center Practice

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Hang 10 Experiencelearn to surf while improving your english The Hang 10 Experience is offered at Hawai‘i Pacific University (HPU) in beautiful Honolulu, and features 4-week English programs combined with island activities and surfing lessons by the Hans Hedemann Surf School.

Summer @ The Juilliard Schoolexperience the richness of new york city at the juilliard school

Participate in New York City’s vibrant cultural activities and enhance your English at the same time.

Number of Levels 12 levels 101 to 112 (Beginner to Masters)

Number of Lessons per Week 15 or 20 lessons (50 minutes per lesson) per week


Tuition Ranges from $2,890 to $2,950 (based on number of lessons)

Course Curriculum Students in this program will improve all core English skills: speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar. Classes are communicative in nature and offer plenty of opportunities for speaking practice.

All activities and surfing lessons are provided by the Hans Hedemann Surf School, including full instruction and surfing in Waikiki, paddle boarding, body boarding, North Shore surfing and tour, and Diamond Head hiking/biking.

Accommodations Student residence and homestay are available



Age Requirements 17 years of age and older

Program Availability ELS/Honolulu, Hawaii. January 10, June 27, July 25 and August 22, 2011 start dates

vAcAtion LeArning progrAms

Number of Levels Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced

Number of Lessons per Week 16 or 18 lessons (50 minutes per lesson) Monday – Thursday


Tuition Ranges from $1,315 to $1,400 (based on number of lessons)

Course Curriculum During the day, participants practice English with professional ELS instructors.

Classes include General English and American Culture.

One day a week, usually on Fridays, excursions related to American Culture classes are scheduled. Examples of field trips include the Museum of Modern Art, tour of the Financial District, Greenwich Village, United Nations, Museum of the Moving Image and a visit to the Smithsonian Museum of the American Indian.

Includes Certificate of Attendance

Accommodations Double occupancy dormitory accommodations (including cafeteria meal allowance) or homestay option (breakfast only) available


Maximum Number of Students per Class 15 students

Age Requirements 17 years of age and older

Program Availability ELS/New York (Juilliard), New York. July 5 and July 25, 2011 start dates

YoUth progrAms

As part of the ELS Youth Vacation Programs, ELS’ caring teachers help your child gain confidence as he or she learns English – a tool that will serve a lifetime. From the moment our staff meets your child at the airport, he or she will receive the very best personal care and attention.

January Youth Homestay 2011Number of Weeks per Module 3 weeks Number of Levels Beginner, Intermediate and AdvancedNumber of Lessons per Week 16 lessons (50 minutes per lesson), 3 to 4 lessons per class dayMaximum Number of Students per Class 15 studentsTuition $3,395 (includes homestay)Course Curriculum General English and Conversation practice with professional ELS instructors. TOEFL®/SAT Prep elective for Advanced Level students, daily homework assignments.Included Activities and Excursions Shopping trips, Salvador Dalí Museum, visits to an American school, Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, Magic Kingdom®, Universal’s Islands of Adventure® Theme Park and more! Weekends include picnic, other organized events with homestay families and Busch Gardens® trip.Accommodations Homestay with an American family; 2 students per familyMeal Plan Families provide breakfast and dinner each day and lunches on the weekend. On class days, students eat lunch in the campus cafeteria. Students pay for meals taken during excursions.Other Complimentary Features Roundtrip airport transfers (Tampa International Airport), ELS t-shirt, Certificate of Attendance and emergency medical insuranceAge Requirements 10 to 16 years of ageProgram Availability ELS/St. Petersburg, Florida (Eckerd College). January 9 – 29, 2011. Enrollment space limited.2012 Dates: January 8-28, 2012

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Fun and Sun CampNumber of Weeks per Module 4 weeks (with 3-week option)number of Levels Beginner, Intermediate and AdvancedNumber of Lessons per Week 15 lessons (50 minutes per lesson), 3 lessons per class day Maximum Number of Students per Class 15 studentsTuition 4 weeks $4,345; 3 weeks $3,575Course Curriculum General English and Conversation practice with professional ELS instructors. TOEFL®/SAT Prep elective for Advanced Level students.Included Activities and Excursions Arts and crafts, organized sports, beach trips, shopping, pool parties, movie nights, tournaments, and more. Supervised full-day excursions to Busch Gardens®, Disney’s Magic Kingdom®, Universal Studios Florida®, Universal’s Islands of Adventure® Theme Park and more!Accommodations Campus residence (double occupancy)Meal Plan Daily meals taken in the campus cafeteria. Meals taken off-campus while on outings are not included in program price.Other Complimentary Features Roundtrip airport transfers (Tampa International Airport), ELS t-shirt, Certificate of Attendance and emergency medical insuranceAge Requirements 10 to 16 years of ageProgram Availability ELS/St. Petersburg, Florida (Eckerd College). June 26 – July 23 (4-week program) or July 3 – July 23, 2011 (3-week program)

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Malibu Youth CampNumber of Weeks per Module 3 weeks

Number of Levels Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced

Number of Lessons per Week 15 lessons (50 minutes per lesson), 3 lessons per class day

Maximum Number of Students per Class 15 students

Tuition Contact [email protected]

Course Curriculum General English and Conversation practice with professional ELS instructors. TOEFL®/SAT Prep elective for Advanced Level students.

Included Activities and Excursions Supervised on-campus activities include sports, games and events with American teens. Late afternoon and evening activities include shopping, bowling, scavenger hunts and much more! Supervised full-day excursions include Universal Studios Hollywood®, Knott’s Berry Farm®, Six Flags Magic Mountain® and a Los Angeles City Tour.

Accommodations Campus residence (double occupancy)

Meal Plan Daily meals taken in the campus cafeteria. Meals taken off-campus while on outings are not included in program price.

Other Complimentary Features Roundtrip airport transfers (Los Angeles International Airport), ELS t-shirt, Certificate of Attendance and emergency medical insurance

Age Requirements 10 to 16 years of age

Program Availability Pepperdine University - Malibu, California. July 3 – July 23 or July 24 – August 13, 2011

Please visit www.ELS.edu

for updates on upcoming programs

and exciting new courses!

The ELS curriculum organizes your English learning into 12 levels of proficiency. Each level can be completed in a four-week session in an Intensive English Program.

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n Can use English with growing accuracy and fluency, including reading and writing

n Can participate fully in most conversations

n Is qualified to take a University Certificate Program at participating ELS locations

n Can conduct business in English on a basic level

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n Can communicate facts and opinionsn Is learning to discuss and argue in a

culturally acceptable way

n Can begin the Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT or Business English Program

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n Understands most questions and statements at normal speaking speed

n Can carry on conversations with native speakers

n Can use English to shop, order food in restaurants and ask for directions

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n Has a basic ability to communicate in everyday situations

n Can understand English when spoken slowly and clearly

n Knows a few words and phrasesn Can respond to simple questions and

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* Certificate of Completion requires a minimum of 12 weeks of study as a student in Intensive ELS Masters levels.

The ELS AdvantageELS Textbooks Students in all levels keep their textbooks for their core listening and speaking classes (called SSP or LS). They are encouraged to write notes in these books, and highlight key words to help reinforce learning. Students in 101-109 keep their reading and writing books as well. Students in higher-level classes work from class sets of books while completing their own research projects. The ELS-branded textbooks were recently revised to reflect the very latest materials from the most respected authors in the ESL field. The books use content from Pearson Longman, the world’s largest and best-known publisher of ESL materials.

Standardized Level Completion Testing ELS, in partnership with Chauncey Group® of ETS, has developed exclusive level completion tests that accurately measure a student’s abilities upon completion of each ELS level. ETS is the producer SAT®, GRE®, TOEFL®, TOEIC® and other standardized tests. The tests are currently being modified to reflect the updated and improved ELS curriculum.

oUr cLAsses And LeveL progression Certificates of AchievementUpon successful completion of each level of your studies with ELS, you will receive one or more certificates. The Academic Report is our official, detailed progress report designed in the same style as many university transcripts. More than 600 US universities, colleges and career schools accept graduation from an advanced level of ELS as meeting the English language requirement for admission. Our certificates serve as testaments to your achievements and are something you will keep and value forever.

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ELS Language Technology Centersyour personalized learning plan!ELS has designed a learning environment for you that not only complements live classes, but does much more. New state-of-the-art Language Technology Centers (LTC) are available at all ELS locations* and integrate computer- supported learning with classroom instruction to make the most of your class time. Language Technology Centers provide individualized learning paths, specialized content and support, and attention to specific language challenges.

ELS Language Technology Centers give you the opportunity to work on those aspects of your English skills which require the most attention, such as vocabulary development, reading and listening comprehension and pronunciation. Specially trained instructors will create an Individual Learning Plan for you, based on your skills. Instructors are in the Language Technology Center to supervise student learning and assist by answering questions while they monitor your work from a central console. You will benefit from repeated practice through exercises and immediate feedback on how well you are doing. Progress indicators will show exactly what is being learned and how successfully.

Because students in Language Technology Centers study at individual stations by means of Individual Learning Plans, the labs can accommodate 20-40 learners comfortably. Portfolios and program records keep track of activities and programs.

*except ELS/Juilliard

Language Technology Centers Features:

• Latest-model personal computers with 43 cm flat panel monitors and the capacity to record student voices

• General English learning programs that develop listening, speaking, reading and pronunciation skills

• Grammar programs that explain important concepts in many different, easy-to-understand formats

• Advanced listening programs that are based on real university lectures and presentations

• Pronunciation programs for practice in individual sounds, intonation and stress

• Business English programs with authentic content from current business publications and practice scenarios

• TOEFL® Prep listening excerpts designed to familiarize students with the content and format of the challenging TOEFL® iBT

• Internet research capability for classroom projects and research papers

“ ”ELS gave me the opportunity to learn English quickly.

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Pre-Arrival TestingTo help you better plan for your studies in the United States, ELS has created a Pre-Arrival Test (PAT). The PAT is a quick, inexpensive and easy way to determine your current English proficiency. With that information in hand, you will know approximately how much time you will need to complete a course of study at ELS. (Final level placement will be determined by the ELS placement test, which is given to all students upon arrival at the ELS center.) You will also know in advance whether you qualify for advanced-level courses offered by ELS, such as the Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT, ELS GRE® or GMAT® Prep Programs.

The PAT evaluates your grammar, listening, speaking and writing abilities in 30 to 50 minutes, online. You will receive immediate, computer-generated feedback on your grammar and listening skills after completing the test. And you will get teacher-generated feedback on your speaking and writing skills within 72 hours after taking the test. To find out more and locate the nearest ELS representative offering the PAT, go to www.els.edu for more information.

TOEIC® TestingThe Test of English for International Communication™ (TOEIC®) is the test widely accepted by corporations and government agencies around the world. ELS offers the TOEIC® Exam at the following Centers: Chicago, Houston, Oklahoma City, Philadelphia, Seattle and St. Paul. Students can register for and take the official TOEIC® test at these locations.

TOEFL® TestingTOEFL® iBT is the newest version of the ETS English proficiency test designed to assess English language skills in academic settings. The new test, delivered through a secure Internet-based platform, emphasizes integrated communication skills and communicative competence. Nearly one million people take the TOEFL® test annually as part of their application to 6,000 universities around the world, as well as several thousand institutions of higher education in the USA.

Now, through an agreement with ETS, ELS Language Centers has become ETS’ largest provider of Internet-based testing seats in the USA. Students can take the official TOEFL® test at any ELS Language Center* throughout the USA. All ELS Centers are authorized test sites for TOEFL® iBT. In addition, the ELS Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT is an excellent way to prepare completely and thoroughly for the test, and includes a reserved seat for the TOEFL® iBT for students enrolled in a full 12-week program.

*Except at ELS/Juilliard

IELTS™ TestingRecognition of IELTS™ scores has grown very rapidly within the United States; now, there are thousands of US universities that accept this credential. ELS offers more IELTS™ examinations than any other organization in North America. If you wish to qualify for university admission through an IELTS™ score, you can take the test in any of the following ELS locations: Atlanta, Boston - Newton, Boston- Cambridge, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Grand Rapids, Honolulu, Houston, Indianapolis, La Verne, Las Vegas, Melbourne, Nashville, New Haven, New York (Manhattan), Oklahoma City, Orlando, Pittsburgh, Portland, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco - Downtown, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Seattle, St. Louis, St. Paul, St. Petersburg, Teaneck.

Gain Admission to Colleges and Universities with ELSThroughout its history, ELS has helped tens of thousands of international students to achieve their dream of earning a college or university degree in the United States. Our rigorous English language programs and strategic campus locations make ELS the perfect preparation for university studies in the USA.

ELS has agreements with more than 600 colleges and universities that accept completion of a specified level of the ELS Intensive English Program - English for Academic Purposes as meeting the English proficiency requirement for admission.

Students can take advantage of these agreements through free counseling at our centers or by using our university admission service through their counseling agency.

ELS Comprehensive University Admission Services ELS’ University Admission Services can help you find the right college or university before you leave your country.

ELS offers the following services to assist you: • University Agreements – You can benefit from the more than

600 agreements that ELS has with colleges and universities to provide conditional admission before you have proof of your English proficiency.

• Conditional Admission – ELS helps to secure conditional admission for students who wish to choose their school, but who are lacking proof of English proficiency. This applies to Associate, Bachelor‘s and Master’s degrees.

• Document Processing – ELS handles all your applications and correspondence to the school(s) selected.

• Notification – ELS notifies you of your conditional admission and forwards acceptance materials to your counseling agency or you.

• Advising – ELS has a team of US Higher Education experts who help students select the institutions that best meet their educational goals.

For more information, contact your counseling agency or visit www.USAUniversityGuide.org or www.els.edu

20 | Pathways to University Admission

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Find the Right College or University Onlinewww.USAUniversityGuide.orgTo learn more about the colleges and universities that cooperate with ELS for conditional admission, visit www.USAUniversityGuide.org. You will find a comprehensive US Higher Education overview and partner university information, as well as our local ELS authorized Counseling Agency contact information. This site is your starting point for successfully applying to any of our 600+ University Partners*.

custom search Create a custom university based search on specific criteria. Searches may be conducted by combining any of the following:

• Conditional Letter of Admission – schools that issue a Conditional Letter of Admission

• Location – state, region

• Institution Type – two-year/Associate; four-year/Bachelor; graduate level; public institution; private institution

• Majors – area of study or specific majors

• ELS Level Requirements

• Academic Requirements – Grade Point Average (GPA)

• Availability of Academic Scholarships

special features

• Glossary – Dictionary of commonly used academic words and terms

• News – US Higher Education News and spotlighted universities and articles

• University Admission Services – Direct link to the ELS website

• Search Results - Save your searches and apply at your convenience

• Locate an ELS authorized Counseling Agent in your area

* ELS students submitting their application through an ELS authorized Counseling Agent are granted a reduced Processing Fee. ELS therefore recommends that ELS students contact their local ELS authorized Counseling Agent (see www.els.edu/agents for a full listing) to schedule a consultation to learn about our university advising and application services.

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If you have a problem, the teachers and staff are very helpful and correct your grammar. I hope to pass ELS level 109 and go to Cabrillo College. I will also prepare for the TOEFL® iBT test while here.

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University Certificate ProgramStudying on an American university campus creates special opportunities; among these are the chances to meet American students and “try out” university classes. The University Certificate Program permits Intensive English students enrolled in ELS Level 107 and higher to participate in designated university classes when university is in session. Participants meet American students in a college classroom setting, learn about business, communication, international politics and foreign policy, and improve their listening comprehension and use of formal vocabulary. A course certificate signed by the university is awarded at the conclusion of each course.

university certificate programs sample courses • Global Communications and the Media

College of Mount Saint Vincent (Riverdale, New York)

• International Business College of Mount Saint Vincent (Riverdale, New York) Eckerd College (St. Petersburg, Florida)

• International Relations and Global Affairs Eckerd College (St. Petersburg, Florida)

Earn University Credit for your ELS StudiesELS students enrolled in an undergraduate program at some host universities can earn three or more university credits by successfully completing an ELS Advanced level. Conditions and costs vary by institution.

institutions offering els graduates three or more credits • College of Mount Saint Vincent (Riverdale, New York)• Dominican University of California (San Rafael, California)• Grand Valley State University (Grand Rapids, Michigan)• Idaho State University (Pocatello, Idaho)• Oklahoma City University (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)• Queens University of Charlotte (Charlotte, North Carolina)• Saint Joseph’s University (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)

Concurrent University EnrollmentAt some universities, Intensive English students in the Advanced levels may enroll in classes for credit while completing their ELS studies. Students are required to pay regular university class tuition, and some universities may require students to complete the university admissions process and receive an acceptance prior to beginning concurrent enrollment.

institutions offering concurrent enrollment for credit:• Adelphi University (Garden City, New York and New York

[Manhattan], New York)• American University (Washington, DC)• California Lutheran University (Thousand Oaks, California)• Case Western Reserve University (Cleveland, Ohio)• Clemson University (Clemson, South Carolina)• College of Mount Saint Vincent (Riverdale, New York)• Concordia University (Portland, Oregon)• Dominican University (Chicago, Illinois)• Dominican University of California (San Rafael, California)• Fairleigh Dickinson University (Teaneck, New Jersey)• Florida Institute of Technology (Melbourne, Florida)• Front Range Community College (Denver, Colorado)• Grand Valley State University (Grand Rapids, Michigan)• Hawai’i Pacific University (Honolulu, Hawaii)• Idaho State University (Pocatello, Idaho)• Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis (Indianapolis,

Indiana)• Middle Tennessee State University (Nashville, Tennessee)• Oklahoma City University (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)• Plymouth State University (Plymouth, New Hampshire)• Point Park University (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)• Roger Williams University (Bristol, Rhode Island)• Saint Joseph’s University (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)• University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, Ohio)• University of the Incarnate Word (San Antonio, Texas)• University of La Verne (La Verne, California)• University of Missouri – St. Louis (St. Louis, Missouri)• University of New Haven (New Haven, Connecticut)• University of North Dakota (Grand Forks, North Dakota)• University of St. Thomas (St. Paul, Minnesota)• University of Wyoming (Laramie, Wyoming)

For more information about these programs, contact an ELS authorized Counseling Agent or [email protected].

UniversitY stUdY options

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As an alumnus of ELS and a current student at the College of Southern Nevada, I believe ELS is one of the best places to your academic goals in the US.”

- JinUk, soUth koreA

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Academic Year Abroad in the USA!make the most of your academicyear abroad with els

After reaching higher proficiency levels with the Intensive English Programs, ELS students will also have an option to attend a semester at a college, while studying at ELS.

Option 1:get a college certificate!With this option ELS students can take part in college courses with American students, after taking a few sessions of the Intensive English Program - General English or Intensive English Program - English for Academic Purposes. Available at the ELS Language Centers on the campuses of the College of Mount Saint Vincent (ELS/New York [Riverdale]) and Eckerd College (ELS/St. Petersburg) - see University Certificate Program on the previous page.

Option 2:audit a college course for a semester!Suggested for students applying for a 32+-week study period. ELS recommends that students begin their study either in late March or late August to maximize the opportunity to attend a full semester at a college or university. Required level of English proficiency varies by college/university. Available at most ELS Language Centers.

Option 3:experience volunteering!All ELS California Centers and other select locations offer opportunities to volunteer in the local community. You can become a helping hand to children and adults in America! Make your study abroad experience more rewarding with the ELS Volunteer Experience program.

Contact America!Take full advantage of studying in the USA by practicing your English beyond the classroom. Our unique Contact America! program assists students in meeting and interacting with Americans through a wide range of activities.

Contact America! sample activities University Classroom visits Visit a real university class and meet American students and professors.

Conversation Partners Meet and speak with American university students by taking part in Conversation Programs arranged by ELS and the host university.

English-Only Lunch Attend an “English-Only Lunch” with a guest native English speaker.

Speaker Programs Participate in discussions on a variety of topics with native English speakers who visit ELS classes.

Tours and Trips Take trips and tours to museums, art galleries, historical sites, local schools, police departments, courthouses, television studios and radio stations.

Campus Events Participate in ELS-organized campus events such as library tours, special lectures, films, concerts, sports, meetings, game nights and international fairs and festivals.

Interviews & Surveys Interview and survey American students and university staff on a variety of issues, including current events and educational and political topics.

Local Business visits Visit local businesses, research their products and services and meet with managers and employees.

volunteer Projects Participate in volunteer work, such as environmental clean-up projects.

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hoUsing options

ELS offers a variety of living accommodations to suit your needs and preferences. Whichever you select, you will find your accommodations comfortable, inviting and ideal for your study in the USA.

Student ResidenceMost ELS locations on university campuses offer accommodations on or next to campus that will permit you to easily meet American students and experience American campus university life on a day-to-day basis. Living in a residence hall and eating your meals at the school cafeteria, you will have many opportunities to practice your newly acquired English skills, share experiences with other students and make lasting friendships.

HomestaysAll ELS Centers offer homestay accommodations with an English-speaking host family. ELS host families are carefully screened to ensure they provide a pleasant and safe “home away from home” for our students. Living with a host family can help you learn English faster while experiencing American customs and culture firsthand. Students often develop very close relationships with their hosts — friendships that can last a lifetime.

Apartment HousingIf you prefer a more independent lifestyle, you may want to live in an apartment near your ELS Center. Apartment costs and conditions vary widely depending on the location. Some ELS locations have special relationships with local apartment providers that welcome ELS students, families, married couples or executive clients. Many ELS Centers can advise you on finding a furnished apartment to suit your preference and budget.

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I think living in homestay is very good experience, because homestay means living in an America home and a chance to learn the American culture

-YUn heo, soUth koreA

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weLcome to oUr centers

city, state - host institution (if applicable) page

Atlanta, Georgia - Southern Polytechnic State University 32

Berkeley (City Center), California 47

Boston - Cambridge (City Center), Massachusetts 26

Boston - Newton, Massachusetts - Mount Ida College 26

Bristol, Rhode Island - Roger Williams University 27

Charlotte, North Carolina - Queens University of Charlotte 33

Chicago, Illinois - Dominican University 38

Cincinnati, Ohio - University of Cincinnati 38

Clemson, South Carolina - Clemson University 33

Cleveland, Ohio - Case Western Reserve University 39

Columbus, Ohio - Ohio Dominican University new! 39

DeKalb, Illinois – Northern Illinois University new! 40

Denver, Colorado - Front Range Community College 43

Fort Smith, Arkansas –

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith new! 34

Garden City, New York - Adelphi University 27

Grand Forks, North Dakota - University of North Dakota 40

Grand Rapids, Michigan - Grand Valley State University 41

Honolulu, Hawaii - Hawai’i Pacific University 48

Houston, Texas - University of St. Thomas 44

Houston - Clear Lake, Texas –

University of Houston - Clear Lake new! 44

Indianapolis, Indiana -

Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) 42

La Verne, California - University of La Verne 48

Laramie, Wyoming - University of Wyoming 45

Las Vegas, Nevada - College of Southern Nevada 45

Melbourne, Florida - Florida Institute of Technology 34

Miami, Florida - Barry University 35

Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Marquette University new! 41

Nashville, Tennessee - Middle Tennessee State University 35

New Haven, Connecticut - University of New Haven 28

New York (Manhattan), New York -

Adelphi University – Manhattan Center 28

city, state - host institution (if applicable) page

New York (Manhattan), New York - The Juilliard School 29

New York (Riverdale), New York -

College of Mount Saint Vincent 29

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - Oklahoma City University 46

Orlando, Florida - Stetson University Extension 36

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - Saint Joseph’s University 30

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - Point Park University 30

Plymouth, New Hampshire - Plymouth State University 31

Pocatello, Idaho - Idaho State University 46

Portland, Oregon - Concordia University 49

Ruston, Louisiana - Louisiana Tech University 36

San Antonio, Texas - University of the Incarnate Word 47

San Diego (City Center), California 49

San Francisco – Downtown, California -

Golden Gate University 50

San Francisco – North Bay, California -

Dominican University of California 50

Santa Barbara (City Center), California 51

Santa Cruz (City Center), California – new! 51

Santa Monica (City Center), California 52

Seattle (City Center), Washington 52

St. Louis, Missouri - University of Missouri – St. Louis 42

St. Paul, Minnesota - University of St. Thomas 43

St. Petersburg, Florida - Eckerd College 37

Tampa, Florida – The University of Tampa new! 37

Teaneck, New Jersey - Fairleigh Dickinson University 31

Thousand Oaks, California - California Lutheran University 53

Washington, DC (City Center) 32

Toronto, Ontario, Canada 54

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada 54

ELS American Education Center – in Shanghai, China 55

canada TorontoVancouver

china Shanghai

indonesia Jakarta (2)

kuwait Sharq

malaysia Johor BahruKuala Lumpur: • KLCC • Bukit Bintang

PenangPetaling JayaSubang Jaya

oman MuscatSalalahSohar

panamá Panamá

Qatar Doha

saudi Arabia DammamJeddahRiyadh

south korea BusanDaeguSeoul: • Gangnam • Jongo • Yeiksam

United Arab emiratesAbu Dhabi Al AinDubaiFujairah

International Study Options

26 | Northeast

boston - cambridge, massachusetts(CITY CENTER)www.els.edu/bostoncambridgeELS/Boston - Cambridge is located 10 minutes from downtown Boston in the Cambridge College commercial building on Massachusetts Avenue – the same street as Harvard University and MIT. Two major subway stations within short walking distance offer ELS/Boston - Cambridge students easy access to numerous historical sites, downtown shopping, museums, outdoor recreation and excellent nightlife and entertainment. Students can enjoy day and weekend trips to Cape Cod, New York City, Niagara Falls and Montreal.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), TOEFL® Prep (starting at $1,840), GRE® Prep ($1,750/session), Executive Programs

Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT, IELTS™

Options Available: Class visits at Harvard University and other local universities can be arranged

Housing Options: Student residence (off-campus dormitory and apartments) or homestay (Ranges from $1,090-$1,510/session)

1000 massachusetts Avenue, suite 302, cambridge, mA 02138 •Urban

b Additional start dates June to August

boston - newton, massachusettsMOUNT IDA COLLEGEwww.els.edu/bostonnewton - www.mountida.eduELS/Boston - Newton is located on the safe and tranquil campus of Mount Ida College. Students at this location enjoy studying on a traditional college campus just 13 kilometers from downtown Boston. The city of Boston is home to many world-class museums, excellent theaters, trendy shopping spots and restaurants. Cape Cod, the White Mountains, New York City and Montreal are just a few hours away.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), TOEFL® Prep (starting at $1,840), Executive Programs


Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $1,090-$1,510/session)

Host Institution: Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business, Child Care/Development, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Sports Administration, Veterinary Technology

777 dedham street - miller hall, newton, mA 02459 •suburban •private •enrollment: 1,500

i love the teachers, the new friends from different countries and the trips to new York. -thiago barros, brazil

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the staff is always available for any requests, to encourage you and help students achieve their academic or professional goals. –giulia grazzini, italy

bristol, rhode islandROGER WILLIAMS UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/bristol - www.rwu.eduELS/Bristol is located on the beautiful 57-hectare waterfront campus of Roger Williams University (RWU) in the historic seaport town of Bristol, Rhode Island. The campus is only 30 minutes from Providence and Newport, an hour from Boston and three hours from New York City - all readily accessible by public transportation for recreation, shopping, dining, sports and other activities. In addition, skiing areas are three hours away and Atlantic Ocean beaches are 45 minutes from Bristol.

Ranking: Top-ten Comprehensive Colleges in the Northern US by U.S. News & World Report.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session)

Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT

Options Available: Conversation Partner, College Class Visits and Auditing


Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Architecture, Business Administration and Management, Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, International Business, Marine Biology, Marketing

one old ferry road, bristol, ri 02809 •suburban •private •enrollment: 5,159

garden city, new YorkADELPHI UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/gardencity - www.adelphi.eduELS/Garden City is on the main campus of Adelphi University in Garden City, a safe and prosperous community on Long Island. The spacious suburban campus offers a peaceful setting for study and recreation. Located just 40 minutes by train from midtown Manhattan, Garden City offers students easy access to the culture, entertainment and excitement of New York City.

Ranking: In 2005 and 2006, The Princeton Review listed Adelphi as one of the Northeast’s best universities. Adelphi University has been named to the elite list of “Best Buys” in the Fiske Guide to Colleges, as a university that provides a wealth of academic resources to its students while maintaining a reasonable cost of tuition.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), TOEFL® Prep (starting at $1,840), Executive Programs


Options Available: College Class Visits

Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $1,050 -$1,540/session)

Host Institution: Class Observations available, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business, Bilingual/Bicultural Education, Counseling Psychology, Health/Physical Education, School Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, TESL, MBA

south Avenue, Linen hall, garden city, nY 11530 •suburban •private •enrollment: 8,603

28 | Northeast

new haven, connecticutUNIvERSITY OF NEW HAvENwww.els.edu/newhaven - www.newhaven.eduELS/New Haven is located at the University of New Haven (UNH) in West Haven, adjacent to the city of New Haven. Known for its continuing tradition as a national educational and cultural center, historic New Haven is home to six colleges and universities including prestigious Yale University. It is also home to the Schubert Theatre and the New Haven Green – a site of many free music concerts, arts festivals and the New Haven Jazz Festival. UNH is only ten minutes from the West Haven shoreline of Sandy Point, and within easy reach of New York City and Boston.

Ranking: 3rd Tier by U.S. News & World Report

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session)


Housing Options: Student residence (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $915-$1,150/session)

Host Institution: Concurrent enrollment, as well as auditing are available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Biology, Marine Biology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Computer Science Engineering, Environmental Science, Global Studies, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Information Technology, Management of Sports Industries, Music and Sound Recording, Public Administration

381 boston post road, echlin hall 2nd floor, west haven, ct 06516-1916 •suburban •private •enrollment: 5,770

new York (manhattan), new YorkADELPHI UNIvERSITY - MANHATTAN CENTERwww.els.edu/manhattan - www.adelphi.eduELS/Manhattan is located on the urban campus of Adelphi University in a modern Manhattan office building. In fashionable SoHo, blocks away from Chinatown and Tribeca and within walking distance of Greenwich Village, ELS offers students access to world-class art, theater, entertainment, restaurants and shopping that can only be found in America’s largest and most diverse city.

Ranking: In 2005 and 2006, The Princeton Review listed Adelphi as one of the Northeast’s best universities. Adelphi University has been named to the elite list of “Best Buys” in the Fiske Guide to Colleges, as a university that provides a wealth of academic resources to its students while maintaining a reasonable cost of tuition.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), TOEFL® Prep (starting at $1,840), GMAT® Prep ($1,750/session), Business English ($1,595/session), Executive Programs

Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT, IELTS™, TOEIC®

Options Available: College Visits, Volunteer Opportunities

Housing Options: Student residence (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $1,160-$1,505/session)

Host Institution: Class Observations available, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business, Bilingual/Bicultural Education, Counseling Psychology, Health/Physical Education, School Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, TESOL, MBA

75 varick street, 3rd floor, new York, nY 10013 •Urban •private •enrollment: 8,603


when you want to learn english i recommend that you join us! -mohammed Al-Qahtani, Qatar

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teachers here are so nice and have very good teaching technique. -kongsin kitprasan, thailand

new York (manhattan), new YorkTHE JUILLIARD SCHOOL (SUMMER ONLY)www.els.edu/juilliard - www.juilliard.eduELS/Juilliard is located at the prestigious Juilliard School at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in the cultural heart of New York City. Lincoln Center is the world’s largest performing arts center, and in addition to the Juilliard School, is home to 12 resident arts organizations, including The Film Society of Lincoln Center, The Metropolitan Opera, the New York City Ballet, the New York City Opera, the New York Philharmonic and the School of American Ballet. ELS students can attend cultural events at Lincoln Center and explore the many sights and attractions that make New York City the most exciting city in the world.

Courses: Summer @ The Juilliard School (Ranges from $1,315-$1,400)

Options Available: Private music, voice or dance lessons nearby

Housing Options: Double occupancy domitory or homestay (Summer @ The Juilliard School (Ranges from $1,160 - $1,750/session)

60 Lincoln center plaza, new York, nY 10023 •Urban

new York (riverdale), new YorkCOLLEGE OF MOUNT SAINT vINCENTwww.els.edu/riverdale - www.mountsaintvincent.eduELS/Riverdale is conveniently located on the beautiful and romantic campus of the College of Mount Saint Vincent (CMSV) in the prestigious Riverdale section of New York City. Overlooking the Hudson River, CMSV is in a safe, residential community with fast, easy and inexpensive access to Manhattan by express bus, train or subway.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), Executive Programs


Options Available: Conversation Partner, College Certificate Programs, College Class Visits and Auditing, Volunteerism Experience


Host Institution: College Credit for ELS, Concurrent Enrollment available, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Business, Computer Science, Nursing, Radio/Television Broadcasting Technology, Psychology, MBA

6301 riverdale Avenue, seton hall, riverdale, nY 10471 •suburban •private •enrollment: 1,600

30 | Northeast

philadelphia, pennsylvaniaSAINT JOSEPH’S UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/philadelphia - www.sju.eduELS/Philadelphia is located just 25 minutes from downtown Philadelphia on the beautiful, safe campus of Saint Joseph’s University. Philadelphia, the second-largest city on the East Coast, is a modern yet historic city offering visitors a lively experience in American culture and a wide range of recreational activities.

Ranking: 2010 U.S. News & World Report ranks SJU #10 in the Master’s Universities (North) category, AACSB accreditation; Phi Beta Kappa chapter

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), TOEFL® Prep (starting at $1,840), GMAT® Prep ($1,750/session), Executive Programs

Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT, TOEIC®

Options Available: Conversation Partner, College Class Visits

Housing Options: Apartment-style student residence (on-campus), student residence (off-campus if needed) or homestay (Ranges from $1,000-$1,075/session)

Host Institution: College Credit for ELS, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates for graduates and undergraduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Education, Food Marketing, International Business, Pharmaceutical Marketing, Physical Therapy, International Relations, Computer Science, International Marketing, Sports and Entertainment Marketing, MBA, Graduate Health Education

5414 overbrook Avenue, philadelphia, pA 19131 •suburban •private •enrollment: 7,700

pittsburgh, pennsylvaniaPOINT PARk UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/pittsburgh - www.pointpark.eduELS/Pittsburgh is located on the urban campus of Point Park University in downtown Pittsburgh, where students have access to theater, arts and entertainment. With 28 colleges and universities in the metropolitan area, Pittsburgh is home to many world-class institutions, while consistently being ranked in Rand McNally’s top ten “Most Livable Cities in North America.” Pittsburgh is a major city with a small town feel: safe, inexpensive and friendly.




Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $770-$850/session)

Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Scholarships available for ELS graduates, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 (Bachelors and Graduate programs)

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Business Management, Civil & Electrical Engineering Technology, Education, Economics & Finance, Film/Video Production, MBA, MS in Engineering Management, MA in Organizational Leadership (No GMAT®/GRE® required for most Grad programs)

201 wood street, room, 804 Lawrence hall, pittsburgh, pA 15222 •Urban •private •enrollment: 3,900

i really enjoyed my studies at eLs because it has been a very good environment for studying english. many good, experienced teachers helped me a lot to improve my english. -hong mei Jin, china

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Actually after this experience i have a lot of friends and with them i speak english often on facebook, skype or telephone. –nicoló mardegan, italy

plymouth, new hampshirePLYMOUTH STATE UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/plymouth - www.plymouth.eduELS/Plymouth is located on the attractive campus of Plymouth State University in Plymouth, New Hampshire, a small New England college town. The campus is surrounded by a beautiful scenic landscape and nearby ski resorts. Students can enjoy the tranquility of the mountains, but can take a two-hour bus ride to Boston for a metropolitan experience.

Ranking: PSU’s MBA Program, offered since the mid 1970s, is the longest running evening program in New Hampshire.



Options Available: Conversation Partner, College Class Visits


Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Application fee waived for qualified ELS students, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Art, Athletic Training, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Childhood Studies, Education, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Environmental Biology, Meteorology, Physical Education, Political Science, Psychology, Theatre Arts

mary Lyon hall, msc 70, 17 high street, plymouth, nh 03264-1595 •suburban •public •enrollment: 6,600

teaneck, new JerseyFAIRLEIGH DICkINSON UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/teaneck - www.fdu.eduELS/Teaneck is situated on the 20 hectare campus of Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU), just 30 minutes from New York City. Teaneck is a wealthy suburb located in a beautiful and safe area on the border of New Jersey and New York. Teaneck’s city center is just a short distance from the FDU campus and is accessible by walking. Teaneck’s ethnically diverse community, as well as its vast array of restaurants and shops, creates a welcome environment for international students.

Ranking: Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a Tier 1 Top School in the category of Master’s universities in the Northeast. The Silberman College of Business is ranked as one of the “Best 296 Business Schools” by The Princeton Review.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), TOEFL® Prep (starting at $1,840)


Options Available: College Class Visits , Auditing, Concurrent Enrollment


Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL®/IELTS™ for ELS 112 Intensive graduates. Application fee waived for ELS students.

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business Management, Computer Science, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Multilingual Education, Information Technology, Media and Professional Communication, MBA

1000 river road, robison hall, 4th floor, teaneck, nJ 07666 •suburban •private •enrollment: 12,193

32 | Northeast and Southeast

washington, dcwww.els.edu/washingtondcELS/Washington, DC, located in one of the most attractive and safest residential neighborhoods in the Washington, DC area, is also in the heart of the nation’s capital. ELS is only minutes from the American University campus where students have access to campus facilities. Students are also close to many museums, memorials and government buildings. The Washington, DC area is served by a public bus system (Metrobus) and a public subway system (Metrorail), so students find it easy to explore fabulous restaurants, great shopping, galleries, historic neighborhoods, parks, theaters and sporting events. Many of the sights of the city are free. Washington, DC is home to numerous universities and colleges, both public and private.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), TOEFL® Prep (starting at $1,840), GRE® Prep ($1,750/session), Business English ($1,595/session), Executive Programs


Housing Options: Student residence (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $1,165-$1,350/session)

4000 chesapeake street nw, washington, dc 20016 •Urban


Atlanta, georgiaSOUTHERN POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/atlanta - www.spsu.eduELS/Atlanta is located on the campus of Southern Polytechnic State University (SPSU), 25 minutes from the city center. Atlanta is a diverse, progressive Southern city with a distinctive past. Atlanta is within weekend driving distance to fun places like Savannah, Chattanooga and Charleston. ELS students may also enjoy tours of CNN studios, the World of Coca-Cola, Six Flags Amusement Park® and various sporting events. SPSU is set on 78 hectares in naturally wooded landscape and currently enrolls students from some 35 states and 82 countries. Since its founding in 1948, the University has earned an exceptional academic reputation in numbers of bachelor’s and masters programs.



Options Available: College Class Visits available

Housing Options: Apartment-style student residence (on-campus) or homestay (Starting at $900/session)

Host Institution: Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Game Design, Systems Engineering, Construction Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Biology, Business

1100 south marietta parkway, Atrium building J173, marietta, gA 30060 •suburban •public •enrollment: 5,200

eLs is the best language center. if you want to get the best learning english environment, come here. –chian-You tsai, taiwan

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while i was at eLs, i improved my ability to speak english because i had a lot of friends from other countries and i heard many different pronunciations –sinan kirsever, turkey

charlotte, north carolinaQUEENS UNIvERSITY OF CHARLOTTEwww.els.edu/charlotte - www.queens.eduELS/Charlotte, located in the SouthPark area of Charlotte in the Park Selwyn building complex, is between the Queens University main campus and its new Sports Complex. The Center is minutes away from the clean and modern city center and major shopping areas such as Parktowne Village and the upscale SouthPark Mall. Students can enjoy a wide range of sports and entertainment events in the city. The scenic Appalachian Mountains and sparking Carolina beaches are just a few hours away. Recently, Charlotte was named “America’s Best Place to Live” on Relocate-America.com.

Ranking: In the 2008 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges,” Queens University of Charlotte is ranked as a “selective” school. It ranks number 23 in the category of Universities - Master’s: South.



Options Available: University Classroom Visitations


Host Institution: College Credit for ELS, Waive TOEFL® for ELS - Academic 112 graduate

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business Administration, Education, Information Systems, Biology (Pre-Medical), MBA, Organizational Communication MA,

5200 park road, suite 213, charlotte, nc 28209 •suburban •private •enrollment: 6,600

clemson, south carolinaCLEMSON UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/clemson - www.clemson.eduELS/Clemson is located on the campus of top-ranked Clemson University in the rural college-town setting of Clemson, South Carolina. The 567-hectare campus has a traditional appearance and is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Situated on scenic Lake Hartwell, the university also provides easy access to the thriving cities of Atlanta, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina.

Ranking: The University is currently ranked 61st Best National University by U.S. News & World Report, and ranked #22 of American Top Public Universities.





Host Institution: Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates pursing select graduate programs

Host Institution Graduate Majors Include*: Accounting, Engineering, Computer Science, Food Technology, Mathematical Science, MBA, Plant & Environmental Science(*Note that International students can apply for Conditional Admission only through select programs in Clemson University’s Graduate School)

b- 1 strode tower, clemson, sc 29634 •rural •public •enrollment: 17,585

34 | Southeast

fort smith, Arkansas UNIvERSITY OF ARkANSAS – FORT SMITHwww.els.edu/fortsmith - www.uafortsmith.eduELS/Fort Smith is located on the safe, attractive campus of University of Arkansas – Fort Smith, a public four-year university providing many bachelors and associate degrees to its almost 7,000 students. Fort Smith, a city of 90,000 nestled between the scenic Ouachita and Ozark mountains, offers a taste of the Old West, combined with many opportunities for fishing and boating on nearby beautiful lakes, as well as ample shopping, entertainment and student/community groups that ELS students can join or excursions to Tulsa (170 km), Eureka Springs (134 km), as well as, the state capital of Little Rock (198 km).


Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT to begin in 2011

Options Available: Conversation Partners, College Class Visits

Housing Options: Residence hall (on-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $750-$840/session)

Host Institution: Concurrent enrollment, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accountancy, Business Administration, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Imaging Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Nursing

5210 grand Avenue, po box 3649, fort smith, Ar 72913 •Urban •public •enrollment: 8,000

melbourne, floridaFLORIDA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYwww.els.edu/melbourne - www.fit.eduELS/Melbourne is located on the campus of the Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech), just minutes from Florida’s beautiful white-sand beaches. Florida Tech offers a state-of-the-art campus nestled in a tropical garden of flowering plants and palm trees. Students enjoy weekend visits to Walt Disney World Resorts®, Magic Kingdom®, EPCOT®, Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, Animal Kingdom®, Universal Studios® and Kennedy Space Center.

Ranking: Named one of the nation’s top 18 technological institutions in the Fiske Guide to Colleges 2009




Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $950-$1,325/session)


Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Aerospace Engineering/Technology, Aerospace Science, Astronomy, Aviation Management, Computer/Information Sciences, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Environmental Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Biology, Ocean Engineering

150 west University boulevard, grissom hall, melbourne, fL 32901 •suburban •private •enrollment: 8,200

eLs is an immensely fun experience for anyone who wants to learn english and interact with different cultures. -cliff c. nsubuga, Uganda

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there are a lot of activities and we always enjoy them!! the teachers are very kind and friendly. they always help us. –Ayumi murakami, Japan

miami, floridaBARRY UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/miami - www.barry.eduELS/Miami is located in a quiet suburb of Miami, on the 36-hectare campus of Barry University. Florida is a tropical paradise, with year-round sunshine, blue ocean waters and white sand beaches. ELS/Miami is located just 20 minutes from downtown Miami and the world-famous Miami Beach. The area is known for its exciting outdoor activities including snorkeling, jet skiing, water skiing and boating.

Ranking: U.S. News & World Report ranked Barry as 16th for campus diversity among colleges and universities nationwide. The Andreas School of Business is ranked #3 in minority participation in The Princeton Review’s “Best 290 Business Schools.”

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session) GMAT® Prep ($1,750/session)


Options Available: College Class Visits, Volunteerism Experience

Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus), ELS Apartments or homestay (Ranges from $800-$1,345/session)


Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Advertising, International Business, Marine Biology, Medical Technology, Physician Assistant Studies (Pre), Political Science

11300 northeast second Avenue, Library building, room #109 first floor, miami, fL 33161 •suburban •private •enrollment: 8,690


nashville, tennesseeMIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/nashville - www.mtsu.eduELS/Nashville is located on the beautiful campus of Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), just south of Nashville, in the city of Murfreesboro. MTSU, the largest undergraduate university in the state, invites ELS students to join any of over 200 student organizations. There is a newly renovated recreation center and a state-of-the-art library. Known worldwide as “Music City USA,” nearby Nashville is famous for country music and southern hospitality. Murfreesboro and Nashville constitute one of the largest retail/shopping areas in Tennessee.

Ranking: Ranked in 2009 as being among the top 100 best public universities in America by Forbes magazine. It is also cited as a top 50 “Best Buys.”

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), GRE® Prep ($1,750/session), Executive Programs


Options Available: College Class Visits and Auditing

Housing Options: Apartment-style student residence (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $665-$790/session)

Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 110 graduates (undergraduate admissions) and ELS 112 graduates (graduate admissions)

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business, Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Nursing, Education, Engineering Technology, Aerospace, Mass Communication, Recording Industry, Ph.D. in Economics

820 fairview Avenue, murfreesboro, tn 37130 •suburban •public •enrollment: 25,000

36 | Southeast

orlando, floridaSTETSON UNIvERSITY ExTENSIONwww.els.edu/orlando - www2.stetson.edu/celebrationELS/Orlando is located at the Stetson University Center in the town of Celebration, Florida, a suburb of Orlando. It is minutes from the area’s theme parks, including Magic Kingdom®, EPCOT®, Disney’s Animal Kingdom®, Universal Studios Florida®, Sea World® and Kennedy Space Center. The Stetson University Center is within walking distance of the charming Celebration Town Center with its lake, numerous shops, boutiques, a movie theater and restaurants.

Ranking: Ranked as a 1st Tier school by U.S. News & World Report




Housing Options: Hotel residence or homestay (Ranges from $1,000-$2,215/session)


Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business Administration, Marriage and Family Therapy, School Counseling and Educational Leadership, Information Technology, Music

800 celebration Avenue, suite 315, celebration, fL 34747 •suburban •private •enrollment: 3,696


ruston, LouisianaLOUISIANA TECH UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/ruston - www.latech.eduELS/Ruston is located on the beautiful campus of Louisiana Tech University. LA Tech has a diverse student population representing 64 countries from around the world. With its mild climate, Ruston is in the heart of the Sportsman’s Paradise region of the state where people enjoy water skiing, hiking, biking, fishing and many festivals. Students can enjoy weekend visits to New Orleans and Dallas, in addition to multiple on-campus activities each week.

Ranking: 3rd tier by U.S. News & World Report for Best Colleges in 2010



Options Available: Conversation Partner, Interactive conversations with American students in LA Tech classrooms

Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus), or homestay (Ranges from $605-$800/session)

Host Institution: Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates, Offers conditional acceptance with no GRE® or GMAT®

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Architecture, Aviation, Business Administration, Engineering- Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical; Engineering and Technology Management, Interior Design, Nanotechnology, Nutrition/Dietetics

305 wisteria street, student center 213, po box 3006, ruston, LA 71272 •rural •public •enrollment: 11,000

i have improved my english skills a lot and i have met incredible people. -barbara rezende, brazil

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i’m grateful that i could met so many nice teachers in eLs. i’ve really learned a lot from them… i had a great time in eLs. thank you all very much. –hsiao-chung Li, taiwan

st. petersburg, floridaECkERD COLLEGEwww.els.edu/stpetersburg - www.eckerd.eduELS/St. Petersburg is located on the beautiful waterfront campus of Eckerd College, only 5 minutes from the famous Gulf of Mexico. St. Petersburg, situated on Florida’s tropical west coast, is well known for its beaches, mild climate, and educational and cultural attractions. Many students enjoy taking trips to Magic Kingdom®, EPCOT®, Sea World®, Busch Gardens® and Universal Studios Florida®. Cultural attractions include the world famous Salvador Dali Museum and the Museum of Science and Industry.

Ranking: Eckerd College is one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education and is one of the Best Southeastern Colleges, according to The Princeton Review



Options Available: Conversation Partner, College Certificate Programs, College Class Visits and Auditing

Housing Options: Motel-style student residence (on-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $995-$1,250/session)

Host Institution: College Credit for ELS, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: American Studies, East Asian Studies, Psychology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, International Business, International Relations and Global Studies, Marine Science, Political Science

4200 54th Avenue south, st. petersburg, fL 33711 •suburban •private • enrollment: 1,800


tampa, florida THE UNIvERSITY OF TAMPAwww.els.edu/tampa - www.ut.eduELS/Tampa is located at The University of Tampa in the heart of historically and culturally-rich downtown Tampa, near beaches, exciting nightlife and world-class shopping. The beautiful 40-hectare campus is nestled on the banks of the Hillsborough River and boasts the Henry B. Plant Museum, the Scarfone/Hartley Gallery, the David Falk Theatre and has among the best sports facilities in the nation for a school of its size.

Ranking: The John H. Sykes College of Business is one of 45 schools that The Princeton Review added to its annual Best Business Schools Guide in 2007.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session) (Please note: Only students who have already applied for admission, have been conditionally accepted, or are concurrently applying for admission to The University of Tampa may enroll in the ELS program at UT.)


Official Testing: TOEFL® and IELTS™ in 2012

Housing Options: Dorm-style student residence (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $1,215-$1,235/session)

Host Institution: Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates, Conditional Admission, Concurrent Enrollment

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: More than 120 areas of undergraduate study, plus graduate studies, including Master’s degrees in Teaching, Education, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Nursing

701 west kennedy boulevard, tampa, fL 33606 •suburban •private •enrollment: 25,000

38 | North Central

chicago, illinois DOMINICAN UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/chicago - www.dom.eduELS/Chicago is on the beautiful campus of Dominican University, only 20 minutes from the third largest city in the United States. Chicago offers a variety of cultural activities including the Lyric Opera, Field Museum, the Art Institute of Chicago and an exciting nightlife of blues, jazz, comedy clubs and sporting events. Chicago’s “Magnificent Mile” offers an international showcase of architecture, shops and restaurants within walking distance to the beautiful shoreline of Lake Michigan.

Ranking: Top tier of Midwest regional universities, according to U.S. News & World Report




Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus) , ELS apartment, or homestay (Ranges from $980-$1,220/session)

Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Biology, Criminology, Fashion Design/Illustration, Graphic Design, International Business, International Relations, Theater Arts/Drama, Social Work, Library and Information Sciences

7200 west division street, river forest, iL 60305 •suburban •private •enrollment: 3,909


cincinnati, ohioUNIvERSITY OF CINCINNATIwww.els.edu/cincinnati - www.uc.eduELS/Cincinnati is located at the University of Cincinnati (UC) in Cincinnati’s uptown district. The ultra-modern campus is equipped with every convenience necessary to live and learn. The ELS center is close to shops, restaurants, sporting events and a wide variety of nearby attractions that have earned Cincinnati a place among the top 20 “fun cities in the USA.” Cincinnati has one of the highest ratios of Global 500 companies per capita of any city in the United States including: Procter & Gamble, General Electric and Toyota North America. Many University programs have students who intern with these companies.

Ranking: UC has been named as one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education for the third straight year, according to The Princeton Review’s 2010 edition of The Best 371 Colleges.





Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Engineering, Business, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Biological Sciences, History, Music, Nursing

51 west corry street, cincinnati, oh 45221 •Urban •public •enrollment: 37,000

i like to study here because eLs center has a lot of interesting and fun activities for me to join. our teachers are very kind and friendly. it is such a good time to study english here. -pintuorn thaikla, thailand

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i like lessons organization. teachers are very good. i think i have learned a lot since i started eLs school. it is great opportunity for everybody. –Lana beckett, Ukraine

cleveland, ohioCASE WESTERN RESERvE UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/cleveland - www.case.eduELS/Cleveland is located on the campus of Case Western Reserve University, is a prestigious private university that has been ranked in the top 50 national universities by U.S. News & World Report. Cleveland combines the urban sophistication of a modern city with the traditions and values of America’s heartland. The Cleveland Orchestra, Museum of Modern Art, Museum of Natural History and Botanical Gardens are all less than an 8-minute walk from the Center.

Ranking: Ranked 41st among national universities by U.S. News & World Report and 28th in “Best Values” ranking. Among the Top 25 private research universities (The Center for Measuring University Performance, 2008)


Options Available: Conversation Partner



Host Institution: Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates (3.0 GPA at ELS required)

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Applied Anatomy, Business/Management, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics

11321 Juniper road, stone commons, room 109, cleveland, oh 44106 •Urban •private •enrollment: 9,800

columbus, ohioOHIO DOMINICAN UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/columbus - www.ohiodominican.eduELS/Columbus is located at Ohio Dominican University (ODU), about 15 minutes northeast of downtown Columbus and the Arena District, and only 10 minutes from Easton Town Center, an exciting entertainment, shopping and restaurant venue. The safe, residential wooded 30-hectare ODU campus boasts a new 7,618 square meter student center featuring a bookstore, dining areas, recreation area, wellness center and a fitness area. Columbus, the nation’s 15th largest city, is a big city with a “small town” feel. It is home to numerous museums and galleries, several sports teams, the number one ranked zoo in the country, the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and hosts an exciting night life.



Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT in 2012



Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Undergraduate: Accounting, Economics, International Business, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Pre-Law, Pre-Nursing, Biology; Graduate: Business Administration, Education, TESOL

1216 sunbury road, columbus, oh •suburban •private •enrollment: 3,100

40 | North Central

dekalb, illinoisNORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/dekalb - www.niu.eduELS/DeKalb is located on the campus of Northern Illinois University (NIU), the state’s second largest public university, with an enrollment of about 25,000. Located 104 km west of Chicago, DeKalb is a small friendly college town with an affordable cost of living. NIU offers 63 undergraduate majors and 79 graduate programs, including 11 Ph.D. programs, doctoral degrees in education and the Juris Doctorate.

Ranking: U.S. News & World Report ranks the NIU Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) program as 4th best nationally in the field of city management and 8th for public finance.


Options Available: Conversation Partners

Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT to begin in 2011

Housing Options: Residence hall (on-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $900-$1,175/session)

Host Institution: Concurrent enrollment available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accountancy, Public Administration, Physics, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Industrial/Systems Engineering, Instructional Technology, Public Health (graduate only), Computer Science

health services center, room 330, 385 wirtz drive, dekalb, iL 60115 •rural •public •enrollment: 25,000

grand forks, north dakotaUNIvERSITY OF NORTH DAkOTAwww.els.edu/grandforks - www.und.eduELS/Grand Forks is located on the beautifully wooded, 220-hectare campus of the University of North Dakota (UND) in Grand Forks, on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Grand Forks has numerous parks, bike trails and two golf courses, including a new Arnold Palmer-designed course. Students can also enjoy UND men’s national championship hockey team games in the best college hockey facility in the country.

Ranking: U.S. News & World Report consistently lists UND among the Top 200 Best National Universities in the country. UND’s entrepreneurship program was ranked 8th in the nation by Entrepreneur magazine (2006).





Host Institution: Concurrent enrollment available, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Atmospheric Sciences, Aviation Management, Banking & Finance, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting, Geographical Information Systems

221 centennial drive, stop 8390, grand forks, nd 58202-8390 •suburban •public •enrollment: 13,748

before i came here i thought english is a subject; however, now i think english is one of the tools for connecting with people all over the world. –takashi Aoyama, Japan

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this study environment is the best ever. not only do i have classmates from all over the world, but i also have local school mates whom i can learn english from. –hyung kwon kim, south korea

grand rapids, michiganGRAND vALLEY STATE UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/grandrapids - www.gvsu.comELS/Grand Rapids is located next to the Allendale campus of Grand Valley State University. Grand Rapids, the second largest city in Michigan, is 20 minutes away. Allendale is located within 30 minutes of the beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan and a little more than two hours from Chicago. The Grand Rapids area is big enough to provide many ways to practice English, yet small enough to help students feel safe and comfortable meeting new, friendly people.

Ranking: U.S. News & World Report ranked GVSU 1st in the “Up-and-Coming Schools” for best universities in the Midwest. The designation is for those who are “worth watching because they are making promising and innovative changes.” GVSU also has been ranked as one of “America’s 100 Best College Buys” and named one of the top 25 most environmentally friendly colleges in the US.





Host Institution: Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates, up to a $5,000 Merit scholarship available to eligible students.

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Athletic Training/Sports Medicine, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Film/Video Production, Medical Programs, MBA

10745 48th Avenue, suite 110, Allendale, mi 49401 •suburban •public •enrollment: 24,000

milwaukee, wisconsin OPENING IN 2011MARQUETTE UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/milwaukee - www.marquette.eduELS/Milwaukee is located in the largest city in Wisconsin on the campus of Marquette University. Marquette is a large private college that is annually ranked among the nation’s top universities. Milwaukee offers many outdoor activities, including sailing, windsurfing and kite surfing on Lake Michigan; ethnic dining and cultural festivals; professional sports; gardens and parks, including the Milwaukee County Zoological Gardens; and museums and diverse restaurants.

Ranking: U.S. News & World Report ranked Marquette as 84th among the Top National Universities




Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus) or homestay (Please contact your counseling agent for pricing details)

Host Institution: Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates (Some programs have additional ELS requirements)

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, International Business, Marketing, Engineering

1834 west wisconsin Avenue, milwaukee, wi, 53233 •Urban •private •enrollment: 11,500

42 | North Central

indianapolis, indianaINDIANA UNIvERSITY- PURDUE UNIvERSITY INDIANAPOLISwww.els.edu/indianapolis - www.iupui.eduELS/Indianapolis is located on the prestigious urban campus of Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) and is only a 10-minute walk from shopping and entertainment. Indianapolis, the state capital of Indiana, has a reputation for safety, a low cost of living, cleanliness, world-class sports and hospitality. These qualities attract many international students, visitors and businesses.

Ranking: U.S. News & World Report reported that IUPUI is among 77 colleges and universities that recently made the “most promising and innovative changes in academics, faculty, students, campus or facilities” list.


Options Available: College Certificate Program, College Class Visits and Auditing



Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 109 graduates (Associate and Bachelors programs) or ELS 112 (Graduate programs)

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Advertising, Business, Marketing, Computer Animation, Convention Planning, Computer Science, Engineering, Health Services Management, Information Science, Law, Tourism, Web Design

620 Union drive, room 242, indianapolis, in 46202 •Urban •public •enrollment: 30,000

st. Louis, missouriUNIvERSITY OF MISSOURI-ST. LOUISwww.els.edu/stlouis - www.umsl.eduELS/St. Louis is located on the beautiful campus of the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL), just 6.4 km from the airport. St. Louis is a friendly Midwestern city of 2.5 million people with a low cost of living. St. Louis is well known for its major league baseball, NFL football, ice hockey and soccer teams, the Gateway Arch, Anheuser Busch Brewery, various jazz nightclubs and other cultural attractions.

Rankings: International Business ranked 15th in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in 2009; Criminology and Criminal Justice ranked 2nd in the nation by the Journal of Criminal Justice and 4th best in the US by U.S. News & World Report





Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Waive TOEFL® for undergraduate applicants for ELS 112 graduates. ELS students have a 99% acceptance rate when applying for an undergraduate program at UMSL.

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Biology, Business Administration, Economics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminology, Education, Nursing, Management Information, Physics, Psychology

one University boulevard, st. Louis, mo 63121 •suburban •public •enrollment: 15,700

when i came to eLs i had problems with my speaking and my grammar. nowadays all my skills have improved, especially my vocabulary. –Andre campana, brazil

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the teachers know how to improve your english and they even do things with you together so you learn a lot about the habits, history and the American way of life. –Jan schramm, germany

st. paul-minneapolis, minnesotaUNIvERSITY OF ST. THOMASwww.els.edu/stpaul - www.stthomas.eduELS/St. Paul is situated on the University of St. Thomas (UST) campus in a residential area close to the airport and downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis. Overlooking the Mississippi River, St. Paul and Minneapolis have a reputation for safety, cleanliness and low-cost living in Midwest environment. World class shopping is available in the two downtown areas. The Mall of America, the nation’s largest enclosed retail and entertainment complex, is just 20 minutes away.

Ranking: UST is in the 3rd tier in the national university- doctoral category. Prior to 2001, St. Thomas was ranked as a regional university and consistently placed in the top 10 of 124 Midwest universities



Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT, TOEIC®, IELTS™



Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Communication & Journalism, Biology (Graduate: Software Systems, Engineering, Education)

2115 summit Avenue, mail scb 118, st. paul, mn 55105 •Urban •private •enrollment: 10,963

denver, coloradoFRONT RANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGEwww.els.edu/denver - www.frontrange.eduELS/Denver is located on the campus of Front Range Community College (FRCC) in the metropolitan Denver suburb of Westminster. A vibrant, cosmopolitan area with more than two million people, Denver is situated against the backdrop of the spectacular Rocky Mountains. World-class skiing and other seasonal outdoor activities are readily accessible, as are restaurants, shopping, cultural events and entertainment.






Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Business Management, Computer Technology, Marketing, Health Care Professions, Architectural Engineering Technology, Multimedia Graphics Design. Guaranteed transfer credits to Colorado universities.

3645 west 112th Avenue #b1705, westminster, co 80031 •suburban •public •enrollment: 25,000

44 | Western

houston, texasUNIvERSITY OF ST. THOMASwww.els.edu/houston - www.sthom.eduELS/Houston is on the campus of the University of St. Thomas (UST) and is located in Houston’s Museum District, across the street from the UST admissions office and athletic fields. Houston, America’s fourth largest city, is the center of the world’s energy industry and a major destination for international students. Students enjoy weekend visits to the NASA Space Center in Houston, Gulf of Mexico beaches, San Antonio, Dallas, New Orleans and Mexico.

Ranking: For the 16th consecutive year, UST has been named to the top tier of the U.S. News & World Report’s, “America’s Best Colleges” list of universities offering master’s degrees in the Western region. UST currently ranks 27th in the 2010 rankings.

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), TOEFL® Prep (starting at $1,840), GRE® Prep ($1,750/session), Executive Programs

Options Available: College Class Visits and Auditing (Level 107 and above)




Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Bilingual/Bicultural Education, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Political Science, Psychology

4200 montrose boulevard, suite 120, houston, tX 77006 •Urban •private •enrollment: 3,246

houston, texas – clear LakeUNIvERSITY OF HOUSTON – CLEAR LAkEwww.els.edu/houstonclearlake - www.uhcl.eduELS/Houston – Clear Lake is located in the beautiful and safe Clear Lake section of Houston, on the campus of the University of Houston – Clear Lake (UHCL). A number of cultural events occur in and near the community, including the Bay Area Houston Ballet and Theatre, the Clear Lake Symphony and the Gulf Coast Film Festival. Students can also enjoy the Kemah Boardwalk (a waterfront attraction with rides, restaurants, shops and other entertainment venues) and a local farmers market. Students have numerous opportunities for outdoor activities including boating, jet skiing, water skiing, fishing, camping, hiking, swimming and kayaking.


Options Available: College Class Visits and Auditing, Conversation Partners




Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Chemistry, Computer Information Systems, Environmental Science, Finance, History, Marketing, Mathematical Science, Management and Legal StudiesNote: No entry at the Freshman (first year) or Sophomore (second year) levels. Courses offered at Bachelor (upper level – Junior/3rd and Senior/4th year) and Master levels

2700 bay Area boulevard, houston, tX 77085 •suburban •public •enrollment: 7,643

eLs is a great place to study english and have new friends. i would say thank you so much to eLs because they gave me some great experiences in my life. –shigeyuki tanaka, Japan

Western | 45

in Japan, i learned english, now i know english. the classes are serious, fun, and exciting. –eriko shimazu, Japan

Laramie, wyomingUNIvERSITY OF WYOMINGwww.els.edu/laramie - www.uwyo.eduELS/Laramie is located on the attractive campus of the University of Wyoming (UW) and is a short walk from downtown businesses, shopping and entertainment. Laramie is a Western-style town with a reputation for safety, low-cost of living, cleanliness and friendliness. It is a perfect destination for students who want to experience outdoor adventures. ELS/Laramie is close to Rocky Mountain and Yellowstone National Parks and is known for outdoor activities including skiing, snowmobiling, white-water rafting, horseback riding and rodeos.

Rankings: Ranked #17 by America’s Best Public Colleges and #5 by America’s Best College Buys by Forbes magazine. UW is included in The Princeton Review’s “Best 371 Colleges.”






Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Agricultural Science/Economics, Cell Biology, Farm/Ranch Management, Finance/Economics, Food Science/Human Nutrition, Molecular Biology, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, Wildlife Management

cheny international center, 1000 east University Avenue, dept. 3009, Laramie, wY 82071 •rural •public •enrollment: 12,875

Las vegas, nevadaCOLLEGE OF SOUTHERN NEvADAwww.els.edu/lasvegas - www.csn.eduThe College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is one of the fastest-growing community colleges in the country. Students can choose from over 215 degrees and certificates in a variety of career fields, some of which can be earned in as little as nine months. ELS is located in the International Center on CSN’s West Charleston campus, just 9.6 km west of downtown Las Vegas. Students can enjoy a year-round desert climate, as well as world-class shopping, restaurants and the entertainment offered along the famous Las Vegas strip. Popular tourist attractions are close by, including Hoover Dam and Lake Mead, Lake Mojave, Red Rock Canyon and Death Valley National Park.


Options Available: College Class Visits and Conversation Partners


Housing Options: Private apartment-style student residence (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $770-$900/session)


Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Hotel & Casino Management/Travel & Tourism, Food & Beverage Management/Culinary Arts, Pre-Engineering, Business, Computing and Information Technology, Graphic Design, Programming, Web Design, Animation, Environmental Science

6375 west charleston boulevard w11d, Las vegas, nv 89146 •Urban •public •enrollment: 43,561

46 | Western

oklahoma city, oklahomaOkLAHOMA CITY UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/oklahomacity - www.okcu.eduELS/Oklahoma City is located on the campus of Oklahoma City University (OCU) and offers many study options to students. The location offers a safe and friendly community with one of the lowest costs of living in the United States. Affordable apartments and homestays are very close to campus. The center is near the State Capitol building, the entertainment and arts districts, and very close to Oklahoma City’s professional sports and concert venues.

Rankings: U.S. News & World Report ranked OCU one of the top masters degree granting universities in the western US. The Princeton Review named OCU a “Best Western College,” and it made Money magazine’s list of “America’s 100 Best College Buys.”





Host Institution: College Credit for ELS, Concurrent Enrollment available, Scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Business Administration (MBA), Computer Science, Music, Biology (Pre-Med), TESOL, Accounting, (M.S.A.) Economics, Finance, Marketing, Psychology, Nursing (B.S. and M.S.N.)

1915 n.w. 24th street - harris hall, oklahoma city, ok 73106 •Urban •private •enrollment: 3,800

pocatello, idahoIDAHO STATE UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/pocatello - www.isu.edu ELS/Pocatello is situated on the 350-hectare campus of Idaho State University (ISU), a public university with over 100 buildings. Selected by Forbes.com as one of the top 10 “best small cities in America,” Pocatello enjoys a four season climate with 300+ sunny days per year, inexpensive cost of living, a safe, family-friendly environment and is located only 2.5 hours from Salt Lake City and Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Students enjoy chaperoned and organized outdoor activities including mountain biking, river rafting, hiking, skiing, horseback riding and camping through ISU’s Outdoor Adventure Center.

Ranking: ISU is a Carnegie classified doctoral research institution





Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, College Credit for ELS, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Finance, Business Administration, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement, Law (Pre), Medicine (Pre) , Nursing (Pre), Marketing, Mass Communications, Media Studies

1001 north 7th Avenue, 1st floor continuing education building, pocatello, id 83209 •rural •public •enrollment: 13,493

i plan to finish eLs Level 112, and then study for my masters degree in the United states. –Alaa, saudi Arabia

Western and Pacific | 47

eLs Language school helped me to improve my english and get into an American University. i enjoyed studying there and i have a lot of international friends now. –maria gocs, hungary

san Antonio, texasUNIvERSITY OF THE INCARNATE WORDwww.els.edu/sanantonio - www.uiw.eduELS/San Antonio is located in the prestigious Alamo Heights neighborhood on the campus of the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) in San Antonio. The city is a thriving cultural center with a laid-back atmosphere and friendly people. San Antonio has celebrations all year long: Fiesta, Rodeo, Cinco de Mayo, Festival of Mud, Martin Luther King parade, Folklife Festival and more. ELS students enjoy visiting the 3.2-km River Walk’s sidewalk cafes, nightclubs, specialty stores and boutiques.

Ranking: Tier 3 (U.S. News & World Report), Excellent program in Fashion Merchandising (Inside College)

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session))





Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Art History, Athletic Training/Sports Medicine, Fashion Management, Interior Design, International Business, Nursing, Political Science, MBA

4301 broadway cpo # 498, san Antonio, tX 78209 •suburban •private •enrollment: 6,000

berkeley, california(CITY CENTER)www.els.edu/berkeleyELS/Berkeley is located in Hillside Hall, a residence and classroom facility, which houses both ELS students and students from the University of California, Berkeley. Many of the world’s greatest scholars have studied in Berkeley, and students can take advantage of many libraries, cafes and bookstores. ELS is in an ideal location near the San Francisco Bay Area that enjoys a temperate climate, good public transportation and easy access to San Francisco, San Jose and Marin County. Berkeley is also located near Muir Woods and Napa Wine Country. The city of Berkeley has a small population, but a big reputation and is host to many art and cultural activities including numerous festivals.


Options Available: Conversation Partner, Volunteerism Experience


Housing Options: Student residence or homestay (Ranges from $830-$1,250/session)

2425 prospect street, berkeley, cA 94704 •Urban


48 | Pacific

honolulu, hawaiiHAWAI’I PACIFIC UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/honolulu - www.hpu.eduELS/Honolulu is located on the downtown campus of Hawai’i Pacific University (HPU). HPU has excellent facilities to which ELS students have access: libraries, computer labs, student lounges, Language Partner Programs, workshops, sports facilities, campus events and more. Hawaii is a tropical paradise ideal for outdoor recreation such as hiking, sunbathing and enjoying the nightlife and cultural attractions.

Ranking: One of the top ranked institutions in the USA according to Barron’s Best Buys in College Education.




Housing Options: Student residence (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $785-$1,325/session)

Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Guaranteed scholarships available, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates, Elective credits earned upon completion of the ELS Masters levels

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Computer Information Systems, Business, Nursing, Marine Biology, MBA, Oceanography, Travel Industry Management, TESOL

1188 fort street, honolulu, hi 96813 •Urban •private •enrollment: 6,200


La verne, californiaUNIvERSITY OF LA vERNEwww.els.edu/laverne - www.laverne.edu La Verne is a safe and small city, located just east of Los Angeles, near Pasadena and Orange County. La Verne is near world-class surfing beaches and tourist attractions such as Disneyland® and Universal Studios Hollywood®, The ELS Center is located on the campus of the University of La Verne, near a residential community that provides students with a friendly, small-town atmosphere. ELS students can easily visit renowned museums, amusement parks and shopping centers near the ELS center.

Ranking: Forbes magazine ranked the University of La Verne 18th among California colleges and universities and 206th overall in its recently released “America’s Best Colleges 2009.”


Options Available: College Class Visits and Auditing, Conversation Partners, Volunteerism Experience



Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, Scholarships available for undergraduates, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Undergraduate: Business Administration, Communication, Psychology, Biology; Graduate: Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Leadership and Management, Master of Education

1886 third street, La verne, cA 91750 •suburban •private •enrollment: 4,500

eLs has a very friendly environment and the teachers are very patient and always available to answer questions. in particular, they give you enough time to understand your mistakes. –veronika volochayeva, kazakhstan

Pacific | 49

the life and the experiences at eLs were amazing… i really want to recommended choosing eLs because a whole new world is waiting for you!!! –sung hwan Jung, south korea

portland, oregonCONCORDIA UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/portland - www.cu-portland.eduELS/Portland is located on the lovely campus of Concordia University (CU), less than 30 minutes away from downtown Portland, by way of the excellent and inexpensive public transportation system. Portland’s 15,000-hectare park system offers a wide choice of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, skiing, kayaking and fishing. Students can enjoy weekend trips to Mt. Hood, the Columbia Gorge, the Oregon beaches, Seattle and Vancouver. Portland is the fourth largest city on the West Coast and was ranked third safest city in the USA by Forbes magazine in 2009.


Options Available: Conversation Partner, College Class Visits and Auditing, Volunteerism Experience




Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Education, Marketing, Exercise and Sports Science, Nursing, M.Ed TESOL, MBA

2811 ne holman street, centennial hall room 3, portland, or 97211 •Urban •private •enrollment: 1,900

san diego, california(CITY CENTER)www.els.edu/sandiegoELS/San Diego is on the Southern California coast and located near downtown San Diego’s entertainment and shopping district. Many students enjoy day trips to the beach, the world famous San Diego Zoo, Sea World® and La Jolla, or spend a weekend exploring Universal Studios Hollywood®, Disneyland® and the cities of Hollywood, Los Angeles or Las Vegas. San Diego’s very mild climate is considered by many to be the best in the United States. California’s second largest city, San Diego is a metropolitan city with the charm of a small town. San Diego has many restaurants, museums, art galleries, theatres, gardens and parks, as well as, golf courses and professional sports teams. San Diego also hosts many festivals, celebrations and other special events throughout the year.



Official Testing: TOEFL® iBT, IELTS

Housing Options: Student residence hotel (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $836-$996/session)

110 west A street, suite 275, san diego, cA 92101 •Urban


50 | Pacific

san francisco – downtown, californiaGOLDEN GATE UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/sanfrancisco - www.ggu.eduELS/San Francisco - Downtown is located on the city campus of Golden Gate University (GGU), in the heart of world famous San Francisco. Known for its friendliness and spirit of individualism, the “City by the Bay” is a center of culture and finance with a distinct international flavor. Popular sites and activities include Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, sporting events, day trips to Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, Monterey Bay, the famous Napa and Sonoma Valley wine country and weekend trips to Yosemite, Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon. San Francisco has twice been named the “World’s Top City” by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine. Students can also enjoy professional sports teams, numerous festivals and events, museums and much more!

Ranking: Tier 4 U.S. News & World Report

Courses: Intensive – Academic ($1,645/session), Intensive – General ($1,595/session), Semi-Intensive ($1,230/session), American Explorer ($1,170/session), Business English ($1,595/session), Executive Programs

Options Available: Volunteerism Experience


Housing Options: Student Hotel (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $800-$1,140/session)


Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Accounting, Business, Information Technology, Psychology

536 mission street suite 5221, san francisco, cA 94105 •Urban •private •enrollment: 4,775


san francisco – north bay, californiaDOMINICAN UNIvERSITY OF CALIFORNIAwww.els.edu/sanfrancisconorthbay - www.dominican.edu ELS/San Francisco – North Bay is located on the campus of Dominican University of California (DUC), in the town of San Rafael, just 30 minutes north of downtown San Francisco and 18 km north of the Golden Gate Bridge. The city of San Rafael, which is part of the San Francisco Bay Area, is safe and beautiful, and within walking distance of the DUC campus. San Rafael and San Francisco offer many exciting outdoor sports activities including hiking, mountain biking, golf, swimming and sailing. Excellent transportation links put the entire San Francisco Bay Area within reach.

Ranking: U.S. News & World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of “Western Universities - Master’s.”


Options Available: Conversation Partner, College Class Visits and Auditing, Volunteerism Experience


Housing Options: Student residence (on-campus – June sessions), student residence (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $680-$1,640/session)

Host Institution: Concurrent Enrollment available, College Credit for ELS, Waive TOEFL® for ELS 112 graduates

Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Communications, Biological Sciences, Health Sciences/Pre-occupational Therapy, International Studies, Business, MBA in Global Management, Green MBA, Education, Psychology, Counseling Psychology

190 palm Avenue, san rafael, cA 94901 •suburban •private •enrollment: 2,100


it was an amazing experience that i’ll never forget. the people that i met, the places that i went, the campus, the weather…everything was awesome! –beatriz Lima, brazil

Pacific | 51

students shouldn’t miss the opportunity to study english abroad because they will have contact with American people to practice their knowledge and learn about their culture. –Ana karina fernandez, venezuela

santa barbara, california(CITY CENTER)www.els.edu/santabarbaraELS/Santa Barbara is located in downtown Santa Barbara, a friendly town on the Southern California coast. Known as the “American Riviera,” Santa Barbara is famous for its sunny weather, Spanish-style architecture and lively college town spirit. The city is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around. Students enjoy Santa Barbara’s Mediterranean feel and amazing mix of mountains and beaches which include everything from big city culture to backwoods outdoor adventures. Santa Barbara is one of the safest cities in California and offers excellent public transportation. On weekends, students can experience the excitement of nearby Los Angeles. With close proximity to many attractions, Santa Barbara is the perfect home base for exploring Southern California and the Pacific Coast.




Housing Options: Homestay (Starting at $1,020/session)

104 west Anapamu, suite i, santa barbara, cA 93101 •Urban


santa cruz, california(CITY CENTER)www.els.edu/santacruzELS/Santa Cruz is located in the downtown of the coastal city of Santa Cruz, which is situated on the beautiful marine reserve of Monterey Bay, 120 km south of San Francisco, and 50 km from San Jose. Santa Cruz is renowned as the birthplace of surfing on the US mainland, and is also home to the West Coast’s only seaside amusement park, the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Popular recreation activities in the area include surfing, mountain biking, hiking, camping and walking on the beach. Students can enjoy several state parks and beaches. ELS students have access to the libraries and fabulous recreational facilities of the University of California Santa Cruz.


Options Available: Conversation Partner, Concurrent Enrollment at University of California Santa Cruz


Housing Options: Student residence (downtown campus residence of UC Santa Cruz) or homestay (Ranges from $930-$1,800/session)

1101 pacific Avenue suite 200, santa cruz, cA 95060 •suburban


52 | Pacific

santa monica, california(CITY CENTER)www.els.edu/santamonicaELS/Santa Monica is located in downtown Santa Monica in a private building, conveniently close to all the attractions of metropolitan Los Angeles. With its palm tree-lined walkways and breathtaking sunsets, Santa Monica enjoys a warm and mild climate year-round. This diverse and artistic community maintains the charming, relaxed atmosphere of a small town. The popular Santa Monica Pier and colorful Third Street Promenade, with sidewalk singers, artists, movie theaters, shops and restaurants, are located only blocks away. Santa Monica also has many outdoor activities for sports enthusiasts including surfing, skateboarding, biking and swimming.




Housing Options: Student residence hostel (off-campus) or homestay (Ranges from $985-$1,050/session)

1413 second street, santa monica, cA 90401 •suburban


seattle, washington(CITY CENTER) www.els.edu/seattle ELS/Seattle is located in the trendy Capitol Hill district of the city. With a backdrop of majestic Mt. Rainier and the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, ELS/Seattle enjoys an enviable location, surrounded by unique boutiques, quirky coffee shops and neighborhood cafes. ELS is located within walking distance of Pike Place Market, Pacific Place Shopping Center and the Broadway district. Local attractions include the Gorge Amphitheater, Waterfront Pier and the famous Seattle Space Needle. The magnificent Pacific Coast, Portland and Vancouver are just a few hours away.


Options Available: Volunteerism Experience, CELTA Teaching Certificate



400 east pine street, suite 100, seattle, wA 98122 •Urban

eLs staff are kind; they can help you with any questions. teachers’ resources here are wonderful, and you can learn a lot. –fang Yang, china

Pacific | 53

eLs provides english courses which are very beneficial to me. it allows me to reach my language learning goals quickly; also, i have the opportunity to practice english not only in the classroom, but also through social activities –Yun Ying chen, china

thousand oaks, californiaCALIFORNIA LUTHERAN UNIvERSITYwww.els.edu/thousandoaks - www.callutheran.eduELS/Thousand Oaks is located on the beautiful 90-hectare campus of California Lutheran University (CLU), just 19 km from the Pacific Coast, 70 km from downtown Los Angeles and 90 km from Santa Barbara. Thousand Oaks has a population of 127,000, and is ranked by the FBI as one of the safest cities of its size in the United States. Nestled against the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation area, Thousand Oaks offers art, outdoor festivals, shopping and fantastic weather year-round.

Ranking: CLU is ranked 18th on the 2010 U.S. News & World Report list of top schools in the West offering quality bachelor’s and master’s degrees


Options Available: Conversation Partner, Volunteerism




Host Institution Sample Majors Include: Athletic Training/Sports Medicine, Business Marketing & Marketing Management, Journalism, Multimedia, Psychology; 1-year Master’s Programs: MBA, Computer Science and Information Systems Technology, and Economics

203 faculty street, thousand oaks, cA 91360 •suburban •private •enrollment: 2,702

Find the right university online www.USAUniversityGuide.org

The leading source of information for international students on “Conditional Admission” to US Universities

To learn more about the colleges and universities that cooperate with ELS for conditional admission, visit www.USAUniversityGuide.org.

You will find a comprehensive US Higher Education overview, partner university information, as well as our local ELS authorized Counseling Agency contact information. This site is your starting point for successfully applying to any of our 600+ University Partners.

54 | Canada

toronto, ontario, canadawww.elscanada.comNestled in the middle of Canada’s largest city, ELS/Toronto is in the midst of the commercial and cultural center of the country. The Center is only minutes from the city’s financial, entertainment and shopping districts and is within walking distance of many attractions including art galleries, libraries and museums. Daytrips to Niagara Falls and multi-day tours of Ottawa/Montreal/Quebec and New York are among the most popular weekend student activities.

Courses: Intensive, Semi-Intensive, TOEFL® iBT, IELTS™ Prep, Study & Work program, Executive programs

Options Available: Business English and Volunteering

Housing Options: Homestay, limited apartment-style hotels, limited dormitory accommodation (summer only)

36 victoria street, toronto, on m5c 2n8, canada •Urban

vancouver, british columbia, canadawww.elscanada.comELS/Vancouver is conveniently located in the heart of the downtown core of Vancouver. The jewel of Canada’s west coast, a city of rare natural beauty and diverse cultures, Vancouver is consistently ranked among the most livable cities in the world. The Center is only minutes from famous Stanley Park as well as the city’s best beaches and is within easy walking distance of many places of student interest - not only great shops and cafes, but art galleries, movie theatres and public libraries. Daytrips to Whistler, Victoria and Seattle (USA) and multi-day tours of the Rocky Mountains are among the most popular weekend student activities.

Courses: Intensive, Semi-Intensive, TOEFL® iBT, IELTS™ Prep, Cambridge Prep, Summer and Winter Youth programs, Study & Work program, Executive programs

Options Available: Business English and Volunteering.

Housing Options: Homestay, limited apartment-style hotels

549 howe street, 6th floor, vancouver, bc v6c 2c2, canada‎ •Urban

i recommend to anyone who wants to improve his or her english skills to try eLs. –husain hashem

Shanghai | 55

shanghai, Chinawww.els.cnELS/Shanghai is situated on a US-style university mini-campus on Anfu Road in central Shanghai where students can fully adjust to American academic culture before departing China. Containing an auditorium, library and ‘smart’ classrooms in a beautiful garden setting, this campus offers students the ability to start their US education while still in China. Students enjoy studying the same curriculum and using the same materials and software offered at ELS’ 55+ US locations while being taught by highly-qualified American instructors.

Courses: ELS University Preparation Program (available in weekday, weeknight and weekend formats) and a variety of related academic courses.

Options Available: Conditional Admission to ELS Partner Universities, On-level transfer to any US ELS Center

Official Testing: Not applicable

Housing Options: Off-campus apartments

*Levels 101 to 109 available in Shanghai, students complete Levels 110 to 112 in the USA

eLs American education center - china 201 Anfu road, Xuhui district shanghai 200031 china

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It was really a fantastic choice for me to study here before going to the States. ELS Shanghai is just like an American campus, and it gave me the opportunity to adapt to an American lifestyle.

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ELS provided me with the platform to prepare to study at an American university. I learned a lot from the ELS University Preparation Program that cannot be learned from an ordinary test preparation program, such as how to write a citation and variety of essays, as well as how to make presentations. With the help of ELS staff and teachers, I have finished ELS Level 109. I have also received conditional offers from Fairleigh Dickinson University, Adelphi University and IUPUI.

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Adelphi University Garden City, New York 27Adelphi University – Manhattan Center New York (Manhattan), New York 28Barry University Miami, Florida 35California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, California 53Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, Ohio 39Clemson University Clemson, South Carolina 33College of Mount Saint Vincent New York (Riverdale), New York 29College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, Nevada 45Concordia University Portland, Oregon 49Dominican University Chicago, Illinois 38Dominican University of California San Francisco – North Bay, California 50Eckerd College St. Petersburg, Florida 37Fairleigh Dickinson University Teaneck, New Jersey 31Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, Florida 34Front Range Community College Denver, Colorado 43Golden Gate University San Francisco – Downtown, California 50Grand Valley State University Grand Rapids, Michigan 41Hawai’i Pacific University Honolulu, Hawaii 48Idaho State University Pocatello, Idaho 46Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) Indianapolis, Indiana 42The Juilliard School New York (Manhattan), New York 29Louisiana Tech University Ruston, Louisiana 36Marquette University new! Milwaukee, Wisconsin 41Middle Tennessee State University Nashville, Tennessee 35Mount Ida College Boston – Newton, Massachusetts 26Northern Illinois University new! DeKalb, Illinois 40Ohio Dominican University new! Columbus, Ohio 39Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 46Plymouth State University Plymouth, New Hampshire 31 Point Park University Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 30Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte, North Carolina 33Roger Williams University Bristol, Rhode Island 27Saint Joseph’s University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 30Southern Polytechnic State University Atlanta, Georgia 32Stetson University Extension Orlando, Florida 36University of Arkansas – Fort Smith new! Fort Smith, Arkansas 34University of Cincinnati Cincinnati, Ohio 38 University of Houston – Clear Lake new! Houston – Clear Lake, Texas 44University of La Verne La Verne, California 48University of Missouri – St. Louis St. Louis, Missouri 42University of New Haven New Haven, Connecticut 28University of North Dakota Grand Forks, North Dakota 40University of St. Thomas Houston, Texas 44University of St. Thomas St. Paul, Minnesota 43The University of Tampa new! Tampa, Florida 37University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, Texas 47University of Wyoming Laramie, Wyoming 45

56 | ELS Locations Alphabetized by University

WASHINGTON

OREGON

CALIFORNIA

NEVADA

UTAH

ARIZONANEW MEXICO

COLORADO

WYOMING

IDAHO

MONTANA

NEBRASKA

KANSAS

SOUTH DAKOTA

NORTH DAKOTA

IOWA

MISSOURI

MINNESOTA

WISCONSIN

ILLINOIS

MICHIGAN

INDIANA

OHIO

OKLAHOMA

TEXAS

ARKANSAS

TENNESSEE

MISSISSIPPI

LOUISIANA

ALABAMA GEORGIA

SOUTHCAROLINA

NORTH CAROLINA

FLORIDA

KENTUCKY

WESTVIRGINIA

PENNSYLVANIA

NEW JERSEY

CONNECTICUT

NEW YORK

DELAWARE

MARYLAND

MAINE

NEW HAMPSHIRE

VERMONT

RHODE ISLAND

MASSACHUSETTS

VIRGINIA

HAWAII

Seattle

Berkeley

Santa Barbara

Santa Cruz

Santa Monica

San Diego

Washington, DC

Boston (2)

Portland

San Francisco (2)

Honolulu

Las Vegas

Pocatello

Laramie

Denver

Oklahoma CityFort Smith

Nashville

Ruston

Orlando

St. Petersburg

Miami

Melbourne

Atlanta

Clemson

Grand Forks

St. Paul

DeKalb

St. Louis

Indianapolis

Chicago

Grand Rapids

Cleveland

Cincinnati

Charlotte

Pittsburgh

Philadelphia

Teaneck New York (4)

New Haven

Plymouth

Thousand Oaks

La Verne

Tampa

Houston (2)

San Antonio

Bristol

Columbus

Vancouver

Toronto

Milwaukee

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Regions Northeastern States pages 26-32 Southeastern States pages 32-37 North Central States pages 38-43 Western States pages 43-47 pacific States pages 47-53 Canada page 54

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A name you can trust Whether you wish to attend a university, to advance in your career or simply improve your English language skills, ELS helps you achieve your goals!

A leader in English language instruction ELS has its own unique curriculum, textbooks and branded language-learning software to help you master English.

the best locations Choose from more than 55 great locations across the USA and Canada, with 50 centers located on university campuses. Whether you are looking for a rural, suburban or metropolitan location, a university campus or city center, ELS has a location that is perfect for you!

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Wide range of programs to meet your needs With General English, English for Academic Purposes, Semi-Intensive English, American Explorer, Test Prep Programs and many other programs to choose from, ELS offers a variety of programs and courses to best meet your study goals.

Choice of accommodations ELS offers you multiple options including on-campus student residences, off-campus housing options and American host families.

three pathways to university acceptance Only ELS offers you three clear paths toward fulfilling the English language requirement for admissions into US universities and colleges: the ELS Intensive English Program - English for Academic Purposes, the official TOEFL® iBT or the official IELTS™

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