ELS Main Brochure 2014

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GET TO KNOW ELSWelcome from the PresidentOverviewWhat People Are SayingThe ELS Advantage

Our Programs: Which One is Right for You?Classes and Levels

ACADEMIC DIRECT-ENTRY PATHWAY PROGRAMSEnglish for Academic Purposes ProgramUniversity Guide OnlineGuide to University AdmissionsApply for University ScholarshipsUniversity Study OptionsAcademic Year Abroad

GENERAL ENGLISH PROGRAMS

General English ProgramSemi-Intensive English ProgramAmerican Explorer ProgramSummer in New York CityELS/Juilliard Program

BUSINESS COMMUNICATION PROGRAMSBusiness English ProgramExecutive English Program

YOUTH PROGRAMSVacation Learning Programs

Junior Camp ProgramsCanada Summer and Winter Youth ProgramsAustralia Junior Holiday English Programs

OUR CENTERSWelcome to Our CentersHousing OptionsListing of Our Centers by CityELS Locations in the United StatesELS Locations in AustraliaELS Locations in CanadaELS Locations in China

ELS Locations in EuropeELS Locations in MalaysiaELS Locations Listed by Host InstitutionMap of ELS North American Locations

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Dear Students,

With the pace of globalization accelerating each year, today it is easier

than ever before to have a career outside your home country. Multinational

companies have diversified their human resources, hiring talented employees

locally and moving them internationally, and composing cross-border virtual

teams to work together on sophisticated projects.

To participate in this global job market, mastery of English can be your

key to success, providing you with a valuable skill sought after by companies,

educational institutions, financial, governmental and research institutions as

well as the arts, music and movie industries, international sports and the

hospitality industries.

Since 1961 ELS has been the leading provider of English programs on university

campuses as well as in city centers in the USA. Our English for Academic

Purposes program is now available on campuses on four continents. Our

ELS Certificate is recognized for admission by hundreds of colleges, universitiesand graduate schools. Thousands of ELS graduates enter MBA, computer

science and Master of Sciences programs each year. ELS is recognized by

foreign governments as their preferred ESL pathway for top scholars.

When you choose ELS you will become a member of a global family, receiving

the finest preparation in spoken English and writing skills for academic and

business success. You will also make friends for a lifetime.

ELS is here to help you and your parents identify the right program and location

for your English study abroad. This book and the links to websites and videos willhelp get you on your pathway toward English language study and proficiency

and all the excitement and enrichment that come along with it.

Knowledge and success await you with ELS.

Mark W. Harris

President and CEO

ELS Educational Services, Inc.

To participate in todays global job market,mastery of English can be your key to success


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What are your dreams of success?

How can you make those dreams a reality?

The ability to communicate effectively in English is critical

to making the most of the world of educational and job

opportunities that await you.

ELS offers you a variety of pathways to acquiring the

English skills so key to academic and career success today

filled with discovery and adventure, new friends and new

cultures, learning and achievement.

ELS INTERNATIONAL PATHWAYS

PREPARE FOR SUCCESS.

BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY HERE.

STUDYING ENGLISH ABROAD WITH ELSWILL OPEN YOUR EYES AND OPEN DOORS.

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"When I was 17, I decided to do my overseas study throughELS. I couldnt speak English well at the time.

The ELS class on campus had students from about 20countries, speaking about 15 different languages. The ELSteachers were very experienced in teaching these kinds ofstudents. By the end of the day, Id be looking forward togoing back the next day.After nine months, I received mycertificate from ELS.

I think I matured a lot through my experience at ELS anduniversity. At university, when I see my former ELS classmatesworking hard and trying to achieve something big and pursuetheir dreams, it makes me want to work hard too. I feelgrateful for these important friendships; they give me a lotof motivation.

Im majoring in biomedical engineering right now. Implanning to take a year off to do an internship to gainexperience working in a company and then apply for graduate

school. I want to learn more about the medical field andthen go and help people in my home country."

Ali, Yemen

ELS Graduate

Current California Lutheran University Student

ELS WORKS.

"In 1976 I myself was a student at ELS in Oakland, California, andsince then, the English language has become an important partof my daily life, helping me a lot in my duties as a doctor.

That is why when my kids Carlos and Ana Grecia were theright age to leave Mexico in order to learn English, I did nothesitate to send them to ELS because I knew the quality

and the prestige of your school.

My wife and I are happy to have left in your hands theEnglish learning of our youngsters.

You did a very good job because they both speak andwrite the language very well, and it is helping them in theirprofessional careers. Please receive our appreciation!"

Dr. Arriola, Mexico

Former ELS Student

Parent of Current ELS Students

"The ELS Center in Garden City is a nice place not only forstudying English but also for learning different cultures. Imade a lot of friends who came from different countries suchas Turkey, Poland, and so on. Studying at ELS, experiencingmultiple cultures can help you understand America better.After I graduate I plan to go to Adelphi University to studyHuman Resources. My major requires high communicationskills with different people who may come from differentcountries. ELS is the perfect stepping-stone to education

in the USA."Li, China

ELS Student

Future Adelphi University Student


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"Before I came to ELS, I had a problem, which was a lack of

self-confidence. All teachers and ELS staff have always assistedme to express myself and to improve my English since myfirst day. They are also smiling at all the students all the time.Thanks to their help and my effort, day by day I overcame

all my problems.In addition, every month ELS Berkeleyprepares a schedule of activities. I participated in most ofthem, and they were very fun and helpful to makeconversation with people. If I had a chance to choose alanguage school, I would choose ELS again."

Celal, Turkey

ELS Student

Find out what ELS students have to say!Visit ELS.edu/Stories

And dont forget to check out our

ELS Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and

foursquare accounts.

"Ive sent my kids through ELS English programs for severalyears. Its not only a language experience but also alifetime experience.They get to learn from cultures of theworld and make friends for a lifetime. All admission paths aretaken care of, and that is a great help for a busy parent."

Catherine, Martinique

Parent of ELS Students

"There are no words to express all my gratitude to all theteachers and staff at ELS.When I arrived to the USA, I couldbarely connect two sentences in English. Now, I am confidentabout my skills and Im able to express myself in ways thatIm truly proud of. All the teachers and staff were ALWAYSsupporting me in my learning process. Day by day, I receivedall that I needed to succeed.Now my doctoral studies areawaiting me at the University of California at Santa Cruz, and Icant wait to put into practice all that Ive learned."

Juan, Colombia

ELS Graduate

Current University of California at Santa Cruz Student

"I definitely made a right decision when attending ELS school.At school, I learned not only English but also AmericanCulture.Both of them are very important to anyone who wantsto study in America. ELS teachers who are friendly to studentshave helped me a lot even though I graduated. Personally, Ilove the English Master program so much, although at first I feltworried about my English just a little bit learning in the Masterclass. Shortly after that, I enjoyed studying with the programbecause it pushed me both to speak and write a lot. Not onlythat, I completed a research paper with 10 pages, which helped

me get used to MBA classes in the university. I am now studyingin Louisiana Tech and do well in my classes."

Hoai, Vietnam

ELS Graduate

Current Louisiana Tech Student

"It was not hard for me to apply to community college,because ELS helped me prepare all the documents. It did nottake me long to get used to it because I knew what I shoulddo to succeed from my ELS experience. In ELS, I met thebest teacher I ever had.I was having a difficult time writingmy personal statements for my application to UC Berkeley,but I asked her for help and she advised me whenever I hadproblems. I think I would not have gotten into UC Berkeleywithout her help. Another advantage of the ELS 2+2community college system is that you save money if you goto community college and then transfer."

Gim, Korea

ELS Graduate and Former Community College Student

Current UC Berkeley Student

"I was interested in pharmacoepidemiology. So I created a planto meet the English requirement for admission by laying outhow I would attend ELS on campus and prepare for the GRE.

They said yes to admitting me conditionally. ELS helped me alot. ELS was not just for English, it was for everything.It was the best time of my life."

Ziyad, Saudi Arabia

ELS Graduate

Current University of Cincinnati Student


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THATS THE ELS ADVANTAGE.No other English language provider offers the choices,expertise, guidance and focus on your success that ELSdoes. Over 650 partner colleges and universities honor

the ELS certificate as proof that you have fulfilled theirEnglish proficiency admissions requirement, openingthe door to your higher education.

Choose the pathway that will help you reach your

individual goals.

ELS has an array of programs designed to meet thewide variety of needs of our diverse student body. Wecan help you identify the right one for you.

Plan your pathway to study abroad before leavingyour own country.

ELS University Admission Services can help you applyfor conditional admission BEFORE you have masteredEnglish. This means that once you graduate from ELSyou will meet the English proficiency requirement andcan enter your chosen university (see page 5 for moreinformation).

Select from the largest on-campus networkof study locations in the world.

Learning English on a university campus puts you inthe heart of an environment that is rich in intellectualstimulation, resources, culture and social opportunities a place conducive to thriving and success.

Receive instruction from expert teachers.

All ELS teachers are professional educators trainedin English language instruction; a majority of our

teachers hold Masters degrees or certificates in TESL andhave taught at ELS for 15 years or more. ELS has a clearprocess for professional growth, including frequentin-class observations, organized teacher training,peer mentoring and monthly professionaldevelopment workshops.

Learn using the latest material available.

Textbooks:The effectiveness of ELSs proprietarytextbooks and instructional materials is acknowledgedthroughout the English schools community as a hallmarkof our leadership. The content comes from the mostrespected authors in the ESL field as well as practicalinsights from our most experienced instructors.

Curriculum:The ELS curriculum is frequently revisedand refined to ensure the best learning opportunitiesfor our students.

Language Technology Centers: ELS Language TechnologyCenters provide the opportunity to work on your specificlanguage challenges using computer-aided instructionand practice. Specially trained instructors create anindividual learning plan for you with customized

content and support and are there to supervise yourlearning, answer questions and provide immediatefeedback on your progress.


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Enjoy easy access to English prociency testsand test preparation.

TOEFL iBT Testing and Test Prep: ELS Language Centers

is the largest single provider of TOEFL iBT testing in theUnited States. All year-round ELS locations in the USAare official TOEFL test centers. The ELS Complete PrepProgram for the TOEFL iBT is an excellent way toprepare completely and thoroughly for the test. ELSalso administers IELTS testing, TOIEC testing andhome country pre-arrival testing.

Earn Level Certicates.

You will receive one or more certificates uponsuccessful completion of your studies with ELS. TheAcademic Report is a transcript-style, detailed progressreport that serves as proof of your achievements. Morethan 650 universities, colleges and career schools acceptthe certificate from Level 112 of ELS as proof that youmeet their English language requirement for admission.

Gain conditional admission.

If you wish to choose your school but are lacking proofof English proficiency, ELS can help secure conditionaladmission for you without your having to take TOEFLor IELTSTM.

Heres how it works:

Choose a university and apply with the help ofyour ELS authorized Counselor and ELS UniversityAdmission Services.

If you meet the admission requirement but lackproof of sufficient English language proficiency,you will receive a letter of conditional universityadmission subject to completing the ELS Englishproficiency level required. This applies to Associate's,Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees.

To fulfill your universitys English proficiencyrequirement, study at least three levels in yourcountry of destination and successfully completeLevels 109 or 112 of the ELS English for AcademicPurposes program at any of our ELS Centers inthe USA, Canada, Australia, Europe or Malaysia.

Attend college while you study English.

Some universities allow you to enroll in classes for creditwhile you complete your studies in the advanced levelsof the ELS English for Academic Purposes program. Youare required to pay regular university class tuition, andsome universities may also require you to complete theuniversity admissions process and receive an acceptanceprior to beginning concurrent enrollment.

Become procient guaranteed!

You can trust ELS to help you achieve your goal.That is why we make the following promise.

Upon graduation from Level 112 of either English

for Academic Purposes or General English, if youare not satised with your English prociency and

this is hindering your academic or professionalprogress, you may return to our Intensive English

programs and study tuition-free.* This offer appliesto all students who complete the ELS Intensive

English program at an ELS Language Center inthe USA.

*You must return within one year of your graduation from ELS.

Contact an ELS authorized Counselor

or ELS.edu/CounselorConnect for more

information on this program.


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FOR YOU?


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Whether you are learning English abroad to further your academic studies,

advance your career or experience foreign cultures and make new friends,

ELS has a program that will help get you there.

Meet students from around the world. Explore exciting new cities. Expose yourself to new points of view.

No matter which ELS program you choose, it will enrich your experience and change your life.

GENERAL ENGLISH PROGRAMSImprove your English skills and communicate accurately and effectively with the ELS General Englishprogram. Develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, and more with this full-day intensiveprogram. Or if you want to learn English while having time to visit local cities and attractions, the ELSSemi-Intensive English program offers the perfect balance of classroom time and exploration, withclasses in the morning and afternoons free to venture out and put your improving English to use.

See page 18to learn more.

ACADEMIC DIRECTENTRY PATHWAY PROGRAMSFor students seeking admission to a college or university outside of your home country, the ELSEnglish for Academic Purposes program provides you with the English language and academic skillsyou need to accomplish your goal. Complete Level 112 of the program and receive an official certif-icate recognized by more than 650 colleges and universities confirming that you have achieved theEnglish language proficiency required for admission.


BUSINESS COMMUNICATION PROGRAMSTo be successful in todays multilingual work environment, executives and businesspeople mustbe able to communicate confidently, accurately and effectively in English-speaking situations. ELSoffers several unique program options to help busy professionals like you master the English skillsso essential to achieving your career goals.


YOUTH PROGRAMSInteracting with students from other cultures in a new and exciting environment provides your childwith the broadened perspective so valuable in our increasingly globalized world. ELS offers a variety

of youth program options that include English language study and practice, making the most of theirschool holidays and putting your child on the path to global citizenship.

See page 24

to learn more.

It can be challenging to determine which pathway is best suited for you. Your local ELS authorizedCounselor is there to help guide you and your family through the decision-making process.Scan or visit ELS.edu/CounselorConnect.

NOT SURE?THERE IS A LOCAL ELS COUNSELORTO HELP YOU DECIDE.


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All ELS programs provide placement testing for assignment to one of our first 10 proficiencylevels (Levels 101 to 110).

Depending on the program, each level consists of 15 to 30 class hours per week of teacher-ledinstruction in listening, speaking, reading and writing.

All sessions are four weeks in duration.

At the end of each session, students successfully meeting the requirements for that level will progressto the next ELS level and immediately begin the new session.

You can begin your ELS program on any one of the 26 starting dates each year and choose to studyfor any number of four-week sessions.

Students completing Level 112 of the intensive English for Academic Purposes program will receiveour Level 112 Certificate of Completion, accepted as proof of English proficiency for admission atmore than 650 colleges and universities.

HERES EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW.

CORE CLASSESThe ELS curriculums core classes include all of the vitalbuilding blocks of English language learning. Students may begrouped into Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Masterslevels to allow students of similar abilities and interests tostudy together, but each student is tracked and evaluatedaccording to his or her specific level.

Structure and Speaking Practice:Includes instruction inspeaking, listening, grammar and more.

Language Technology Center:Technology-supported learningallows you to concentrate on your individual learning needsand objectives.

Vocabulary Enrichment:This systematic approach to vocabularystudy helps you learn, use and remember new vocabulary.

Reading and Writing:Concentrates on the developmentof reading comprehension as well as writing uencyand accuracy.

SKILLS ENHANCEMENT CLASSESSkills Enhancement Classes are available to all Masters-levelstudents enrolled in General English and English for AcademicPurposes; they are also available to General English studentsat all levels in the afternoon. Skills Enhancement Classes canfocus on academic skills such as Listening and Note Taking,Advanced Academic Writing, and Speech and Debate andtopics such as Current Events, Public Speaking, AmericanSlang, and Film and Discussion.

Offerings vary by location.


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MASTERS

LEVEL 112

LEVEL 111

LEVEL 110

Speaks and understands English with ease

Reads and writes with sufficient proficiency to satisfy

professional and university requirements

Conducts business competently in English

HIGHER EDUCATION OPTION UPON COMPLETION:

Prepare to begin a four-year college or university degree program

ADVANCED

LEVEL 109

LEVEL 108

LEVEL 107

Communicates effectively in most social situations

Understands a wide range of idioms

Maintains extended conversations with native speakers

Uses English with growing accuracy and uency, includingreading and writing

Participates fully in most conversations

HIGHER EDUCATION OPTIONS UPON COMPLETION:

Enroll concurrently in some host university courses

Prepare to enter a two-year college

Begin a University Certificate program at participating ELS locations

INTERMEDIATE

LEVEL 106

LEVEL 105

LEVEL 104

Communicates facts and opinions

Discusses and argues in a culturally acceptable way

Understands most questions and statements at normal

speaking speed

Carries on conversations with native speakers

Uses English to shop, order food in restaurants and ask for directions

HIGHER EDUCATION OPTION UPON COMPLETION:

Enroll in the Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL iBT

or Business English program

BEGINNER

LEVEL 103

LEVEL 102

LEVEL 101

Communicates at a basic level in everyday situations

Understands English when spoken to slowly and clearly

Understands a few words and phrases

Responds to simple questions and directions

These abilities and options apply to both Intensive English programs: English for Academic Purposes and General English.

These abilities and options apply to English for Academic Purposes students who receive more reading and writing as

part of a balanced curriculum.

THE ELS LEVELS PROGRESSION PYRAMID

ELS offers 12 levels of instruction designed to address the needs of students across thespectrum of English proficiency from those coming to ELS with the most basic of skills tostudents with greater uency who are just steps away from entering a college or universityprogram. The 12 levels build upon one another like a pyramid, relying on the foundation ofskills learned at lower levels and moving upward in complexity as the levels increase.

Options for higher education become available to you as you move up the pyramid, providing you with

opportunities to put your newly acquired skills to work in ways that help you reach your goal of admission to acollege or university.

With every level you progress up the pyramid, you are closer to reaching the pinnacle of the ELS program:

Successfully completing Level 112 and earning your Certicate of Completion opening the door to you at

650+ colleges and universities across the globe.


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EAP 12-WEEK-TRACK REQUIREMENT

The EAP 12-Week-Track Requirement is exclusive to studentswith conditional admission to university and who will study atthe following ELS locations:

Garden City, New York

La Verne, California

Cincinnati, Ohio

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Thousand Oaks, California

Students with Conditional Letter(s) of Acceptance (CLAs)attending these Centers are required to enroll in the

ELS EAP program for a minimum of 12 weeks. This willbetter equip students for the university environment.Extended engagement will allow for better acclimationand acculturation. In addition, the prolonged exposure toa university environment will help students become moreadept at honing their study skills and navigating thecampus community.

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

Number of lessons per week 30 lessons (50 minutes per lesson)

Number of weeks foreach level

Four weeks (each course covers one level)

Tuition $1,790 per session

Number of start dates annually 26 start dates

Maximum number of studentsper class

20 students Skills Enhancement Classes15 students all others

Age requirements Varies by Center and housing option.See application for details.

Program availability All Centers

THE MASTERS PLUS OPTION

The ELS Masters sequence typically covers three sessions andlevels, 110, 111 & 112. However, some students may want tocontinue their studies after finishing Level 112. ELS has thesolution, offering three additional modules in the Masterssequence. Each module offers an equal level of neededchallenge and growth. This means that students have theoption of studying three, four, five, or six sessions of Masterscontent, depending on needs and preferences.

Studying beyond Level 112 is possible at all ELS Centersas long as space is available in Master's Classes.

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES PROGRAM

ACADEMIC DIRECTENTRY PATHWAY PROGRAMS


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ELS MAKES IT EASY.

STEP 1:Choose a university from the

ELS worldwide network of 650+

university partners and begin the

application process with the help of

your ELS authorized Counselor and

ELS University Admission Services.

DOES YOUR ENGLISH MEET

THE UNIVERSITY ADMISSION

REQUIREMENT?

If not, move on to Step 2.

If yes, move on to direct admission.

If undergraduate or graduate study outside your home country is your academic goal, ELS can help youmake it happen. We offer two routes to get you to your destination:

ELS Direct-Entry Pathway Route, for those who meet the schools academic criteria but lack proofof English proficiency for admission

Direct Admission Route, for those who already have proof of English proficiency, having taken theTOEFL or IELTSTM, and meet the schools academic criteria for admission

ELS University Admission Services can help you through the admissions process regardless of whichroute you take. The ow chart below illustrates the two routes and the steps needed to get you admittedto university.

DIRECT ADMISSION ROUTE

ELS DIRECT ENTRY PATHWAY ROUTE

STEP 3:To fulfill your universitys English

proficiency requirement, study at

least three levels in your country

of destination and successfully

complete Levels 109 or 112* of

the ELS English for Academic

Purposes program at any of

our 65+ ELS Centers in the

USA, Canada, Australia, Europe

or Malaysia.

STEPS TO UNIVERSITY ADMISSION WITH ELS

If you have a qualifying TOEFL or

IELTSTMscore, apply for university

admission with the help of your

ELS authorized Counselor and ELS

University Admission Services.

We recommend you take some

training at ELS to help you develop

the study skills necessary for

successful university studies.

We can also assist with

acculturation and familiarizationwith the campus.

STEP 2:Select the ELS Direct-Entry Pathway

(no TOEFL or IELTSTM needed) if

you lack the English proficiency

required for admittance. While

still in your home country, you will

receive a letter of conditional

university admissionpermitting

your enrollment upon completion

of your ELS EAP program.


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STEP 4:Receive your ELS EAP Certificate

of Completion satisfying your

universitys English proficiency

requirement; no TOEFL or IELTSTM

needed. You are granted full

admission. Begin your

university study!

*Certificate of Completion requires a minimumof 12 weeks of study as a student in the English forAcademic Purposes program.

AUSTRALIA** CANADA EUROPE MALAYSIA UNITED STATES

TAFE

UNIVERSITIES

GRADUATESCHOOLS

COMMUNITYCOLLEGES

UNIVERSITIES

GRADUATESCHOOLS

UNIVERSITIES

GRADUATESCHOOLS

UNIVERSITIES

GRADUATESCHOOLS

COMMUNITYCOLLEGES

UNIVERSITIES

GRADUATESCHOOLS

SPOTLIGHT: THE ELS DIFFERENCE

Even if your English proficiency is not yet up to the level that

institutions of higher learning require for admission, universitystudy abroad with ELS is as easy as 1-2-3-4 without your having

to take the TOEFL or IELTSTMexamination.

TAFEEAP LEVEL 109

UNIVERSITIESEAP LEVEL 112

GRADUATESCHOOLS

EAP LEVEL 112

COMMUNITYCOLLEGES

EAP LEVEL 109


GRADUATESCHOOLS

EAP LEVEL 112


GRADUATESCHOOLS

EAP LEVEL 112


GRADUATESCHOOLS

EAP LEVEL 109

COMMUNITYCOLLEGES

EAP LEVEL 109


GRADUATESCHOOLS

EAP LEVEL 112


**For more detailed information on International Pathways for Australia visit Australia.ELS.edu.


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SEARCH THE WORLD AND MAKEYOUR CHOICE EASY.Discover the ELS University Guide Online.

The ELS University Guide Online is your starting point forsuccessfully applying to any of our 650+ university partners,with powerful tools that enable you to identify which schools

make the best fit for your unique needs while you are still inyour home country.

You can create a custom search based on combinations ofcriteria, including:

Degree Type

Conditional Letter of Admission

Location: State, Region

Public, Private Institution

Area of Study, Specic Majors

ELS Level Requirements

Academic Requirements Grade Point Average (GPA)

Availability of Academic Scholarships

You can then make side-by-side comparisons. The guidemakes it easy to review information, including institution type,degrees offered, nearest ELS Center, and tuition and housingcosts. It also offers a glossary, higher education news of note,a direct link to the ELS website, and the functionality to saveyour searches and apply later.

ELS recommends that you contact your local ELS authorizedCounselor to schedule a consultation* to learn about ouruniversity advising and application services.

You will receive professional advice in your native languagewhile still in your home country.

See ELS.edu/CounselorConnect for a full listing.

*ELS students submitting their application throughan ELS authorized Counselor are granted a reduced

processing fee.

HOW DO I FIND THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR ME? HOW DO I APPLY AND GET ADMITTED? WHAT IF I NEED A SCHOLARSHIP?

GET THE ANSWERS RIGHT HERE.

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Get started now!UniversityGuideOnline.org/Search


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APPLY AND GET ADMITTED.Let ELS comprehensive University Admission Services

guide you all the way.

ELS University Admission Services can help you navigatethrough the process of selection, application and admission all before you leave your country.

What does this mean?ELS helps you sort it all out.

We have a team of higher education experts who get toknow you and help identify the institutions best suited toyour educational and personal goals.

ELS can then help secure conditional admission for you.

We have agreements with more than 650 colleges anduniversities to provide conditional admission before you haveproof of your English proficiency. This applies to Associate's,Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees.

ELS does all the document processing for you.

We manage your applications as well as correspondencewith the school(s) selected.

ELS keeps you well informed.

We notify you of your conditional admission and forwardacceptance materials to you or your counselor.

For more information on ELS University

Admission Services, contact your local ELS

authorized Counselor or visit ELS.edu.

GET PRACTICAL HELP WITHGETTING FINANCIAL HELP.ELS can help you nd the right scholarship

for your needs.

Considering a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or adegree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics?Need a scholarship to support your university studies?Contact an ELS authorized Counselor near you to begin yourscholarship search and application process. They can helpyou choose the right opportunities from our network ofpartner universities.

Visit UniversityGuideOnline.org/Scholarships for

more information.

COMPLETE PREP PROGRAMFOR THE TOEFL iBT

The TOEFL iBT 12-week (three-session) course* in which youreceive practice in integrated reading and listening skills,improve your writing and speaking, and learn essentialtest-taking strategies using actual TOEFL iBT practice exams,the TOEFL iBT comprehensive textbook and advancedlistening software to help you get the score you needon the TOEFL iBT.

Six intensive lessons per day (30 per week) include:

WHAT IF I WANT HELP TOPREPARE FOR THE TOEFLEXAMINATION?

Two Lessons Structure and Speaking Practice (or Language Studies)

One Lesson TOEFL iBT Practice in the ELS Language Technology Center

One Lesson TOEFL iBT Reading and Writing Practice

Two Lessons TOEFL iBT Prep, in which you put your new skills to work


Youll have access to the latest practice test materials,including the ETS (Educational Testing Service) TOEFLPractice Online diagnostic test and the ETS CriterionSMonlinewriting evaluation service with instant scoring and feedback.Plus a seat for the official TOEFL iBT is offered in the familiarsurroundings of the ELS Center for those who complete the12-week course.

Check with your ELS authorized Counselor

(ELS.edu/CounselorConnect) to learn more about

this program.*The program is available as a three-session package, but youalso may choose to take only one or two sessions (four weeks,eight weeks) of the program. Four- and eight-week programsalso are available at selected locations but do not include a seatfor the official exam.


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CAN I BEGIN UNIVERSITY STUDY BEFORE MEETINGTHE ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT FOR ADMISSION? WITH ELS YOU CAN.

OPTION 1: THE ELS UNIVERSITYEARLY ADMISSION PROGRAMBegin your degree sooner. Complete your degree faster.

The ELS University Early Admission program lets you earn fulluniversity credit at Middle Tennessee State University beforemeeting your English requirement for admission.

This blended program of on-campus ELS classes and regularuniversity coursework is perfect for students who havecompleted ELS English for Academic Purposes Level 109 orhave a TOEFL iBT score of 61 or higher,* meet the universitysacademic qualifications for admission, and wish to begin andcomplete their degree sooner.

Middle Tennessee State University

University credits Full-time schedule, guaranteeing a minimum of12 credit hours

Admission dates January 16; May 12; August 25

Tuition per program 2014/2015 academic year: $7,380 - $12,637

Courses Extensive offerings including math, science, art, music andmany more that fulfill the universitys general admissionrequirements

Schedule English classes in the morning and university coursesin the afternoon

*Those not meeting these English proficiency requirements will be enrolled in aprerequisite course of full-time (non-credit) English courses.

For more information on the ELS University Early

Admission program, contact your local ELS authorized

Counselor or visit ELS.edu/UniversityEarlyAdmission.

OPTION 2: CONCURRENT UNIVERSITYENROLLMENT FOR CREDITAttend classes and earn credits at selected ELS partner

institutions while completing English for Academic Purposes.

Selected ELS partner universities allow you to enroll in classes forcredit while you complete your studies in the advanced levels ofthe English for Academic Purposes program. Payment of regularuniversity class tuition is required.

Some may require you to complete the university admissionsprocess and receive an acceptance prior to beginningconcurrent enrollment.

Contact your local ELS authorized Counselor at

ELS.edu/CounselorConnect for more information and a list

of institutions offering concurrent enrollment for credit.

OPTION 3: COOP PROGRAMS

Gain valuable work experience and earn extra income!

University of Cincinnati (UC): Many UC undergraduate programsparticipate in the universitys cooperative education program (orco-op). Co-op allows students, including international studentson student visas, to combine their academic studies with periodsof paid, professional work related to their academic program,often with world-renowned companies.

Saint Josephs University:In collaboration with the industry, theAcademy of Food Marketing at Saint Joseph's University aimsto maximize job opportunities for graduating students throughits unique five-year Cooperative Education program in Food

Marketing. The program allows students to alternate periods ofclassroom study with periods of paid employment in the foodand allied industries.

For details on these co-op programs, visit

ELS.edu/SpecialOpportunities.


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Experience university classes and earn course certicates.

Studying on selected ELS partner university campusesprovides you with the unique and exciting opportunity totry out university classes while you study English. The ELSUniversity Certificate program allows students enrolled in

ELS English for Academic Purposes Level 107 and higher toparticipate in designated university classes in business,communication, international politics or foreign policy.While meeting and getting to know local and internationalstudents in a classroom setting, you will improve yourlistening comprehension and use of formal vocabulary.A certificate signed by university officials is awarded to youat the conclusion of each course.

University certicate programs are available at:

The College of Mount Saint Vincent Riverdale, New York

Eckerd College St. Petersburg, Florida

THINKING ABOUT TAKING ANACADEMIC YEAR ABROAD IN THE USA?

MAKE THE MOST OF IT WITH ELS.

Sample courses:

Global Communications and the MediaCollege of Mount Saint Vincent

International Business College of Mount Saint Vincent andEckerd College

International Relations and Global Affairs Eckerd College

Audit a college course for a semester.

If you are applying to study for 32 weeks or more at most ELSLanguage Centers, you can audit a college course at the sametime. ELS recommends that you begin your study either in lateMarch or late August, allowing you to attend the class for thefull semester. The required level of English proficiency varies bycollege or university.

Contact your local ELS authorized Counselor at

ELS.edu/CounselorConnect for more information

on ELS Certicate Abroad programs.

Want to connect with your community while

studying abroad?Volunteer!

Make your study abroad experience more rewarding with

the ELS Volunteer Experience program. All ELS California

Centers and other select locations offer opportunities to

volunteer in your adopted local community. Be inspired

by lending a helping hand to children and adults in need.



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IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS AND LOVE EVERY MINUTE OF IT!

GENERAL ENGLISH PROGRAMWho should take it?

Anyone seeking to improve the English skills needed to

communicate accurately and effectively.

What is the program?

Intensive development of listening, speaking, reading, writing,pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar skills. Classes are heldboth in the mornings and the afternoons.

What is the curriculum?

Morning classes build a foundation for communicativecompetency. These include Structure and Speaking Practice(or Language Studies) and Vocabulary Enrichment (or SkillsEnhancement Classes in Masters, which allow you tocustomize your program). Mornings also include one lesson

in our Language Technology Center. Conversation is practicedusing practical, real-world English. Afternoons in every levelare dedicated to Skills Enhancement Classes such as AmericanIdioms, American Film, Current Events and American Culture.*Contact America! provides you with regular opportunities tomeet with native English speakers, listen to guest lecturersand participate in local excursions.

GENERAL ENGLISH PROGRAMSAMPLE CLASS SCHEDULE

BEGINNER(101 103)

INTERMEDIATE(104 106)

ADVANCED(107 109)

MASTERS(110 112)

8:30 9 :20 Structure andSpeakingPractice

Structure andSpeakingPractice

LanguageTechnology

Center

SkillsEnhancement

Class*

9:30 10:20 Structure andSpeakingPractice


VocabularyEnrichment

LanguageTechnology

Center

10:30 11:20 La nguageTechnology

Center



LanguageStudies

11:30 12:20 VocabularyEnrichment

LanguageTechnology

Center


LanguageStudies

12:20 1:30 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH

1:30 2:30 Pronunciation/Conversation*

CompellingConversations*

MediaWriting*

CreativeWriting*

2:40 3:45 Vocabularyin Use*

Listening withConfidence*

Film andDiscussion*

AmericanSlang*

*Exact courses offered at each location may vary. Additional courses that may beoffered include Communication through Video, What Makes America Tick, Englishfor Business, Public Speaking, Real World Listening, American Ways and more.

GENERAL ENGLISH PROGRAM


Number of lessons per week 30 lessons (50 minutes per lesson)

Number of weeks for each level Four weeks (each course covers one level)



Maximum number of studentsper class

15 students Structure and Speaking Practice,Language Studies and Vocabulary Enrichment20 students Skills Enhancement Classes

Age requirements Age varies by Center and housing option

Program availability Program is not available at all Centers. VisitELS.edu/GeneralEnglishLocations for locations.


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MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VACATION. HAVE FUN AND IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH WHILE DOING IT!

AMERICAN EXPLORER PROGRAMWho should take it?

Those who are planning a short vacation and would like toinclude some English classes.


A course of study designed to improve your English speakingskills and enrich your vocabulary. Mornings are dedicated to

classes, and your afternoons are free, allowing you to explorelocally and put your improving English into practice.

BEGINNER(101 103)

INTERMEDIATE(104 106)

ADVANCED(107 109)

MASTERS(110 112)


VocabularyEnrichment or

LanguageTechnology

Center


LanguageStudies




LanguageStudies

10:30 11 :20 VocabularyEnrichment or

LanguageTechnology

Center



LanguageTechnology

Center


LanguageTechnology

Center

AMERICAN EXPLORER PROGRAMSAMPLE CLASS SCHEDULE


Number of lessons per week 15 lessons (50 minutes per lesson),Monday through Friday, with afternoons free

Number of weeks for each level Four weeks


Course curriculum Focus on Structure and Speaking Practice, witheither Vocabulary Enrichment orLanguage Technology Center

Accommodations See specific Center for options


Maximum number ofstudents per class

15 students Structure and Speaking Practice,Language Studies and Vocabulary Enrichment

Age requirements Age varies by Center and housing option.See application for more details.

Program availability All Centers except ELS/Juilliard andELS/Tampa

AMERICAN EXPLORER PROGRAM



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SUMMER IN NEW YORK CITYELS/JUILLIARD PROGRAMWho should take it?

Young, independent learners aged 17 to 25 who are thrilled atthe prospect of spending three weeks in the heart of New York

City, experiencing its cosmopolitan excitement, meeting newfriends from new cultures and discovering New Yorks limitlessofferings all while improving their English skills.


This all-inclusive program is worry-free: all housing, mealsand excursions are planned and included in the program cost.Students need only to enjoy themselves and experience thegreatness of New York City in the summertime!

Each morning, students practice English with ELS instructorsand focus on improving their English language skills. Classesinclude four 50-minute lessons of General English and

American Culture Monday through Thursday. On Fridays,excursions related to the American Culture classes engageour students these can include places such as the Museumof Modern Art, Greenwich Village, the United Nations and theSmithsonian Museum of the American Indian.

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HOT SUMMER, COOL CITY: EXPERIENCE NEW YORK WITH ELS.

The impressive dormitories at the famed Juilliard School atthe Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts serve as studentshome base for exploration, discovery and the pure fun the BigApple offers in the summer months.

NUMBER OF LEVELS Three levels: Beginner, Intermediate andAdvanced

NUMBER OF LESSONSPER WEEK

16 lessons (50 minutes per lesson)Monday through Thursday

WEEKS PER LEVEL Three weeks

PROGRAM COST $4,895 all-inclusive

COURSECURRICULUM

Four 50-minute lessons of General English andAmerican Culture. On Fridays, excursions relatedto American Culture classes are scheduled

ACCOMMODATIONS Double occupancy dormitory accommodations,including 19 meals per week

OTHERCOMPLIMENTARY

FEATURES

Certificate of Attendance, ELS medical insurance,round-trip airport pickup (from JFK), ELS tote

bag, lanyard, USB bracelet, T-shirt, beach toweland all curricular materials

START DATES June 30 and July 21, 2014

STUDENT MAXIMUM 15 students per class

AGE REQUIREMENTS 17 years of age and older

AVAILABILITY ELS/New York (Juilliard), New York


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BUSINESS ENGLISH PROGRAMWho should take it?

Those seeking to communicate with confidence in todaysmultilingual work environment, enhancing their future success.Perfect for college students, those beginning their careers andbusinesspeople with very limited English skills. Recommendedfor ages 18 to 25


Emphasis is placed on developing English language skills usedin real-world business scenarios such as giving presentations,participating in meetings, negotiating agreements, explainingand defending positions, and using business vocabulary andinformal expressions in work-related conversations.Also included are important writing skills, such as reportingand summarizing.

What is the curriculum?

The program consists of three unique modules of four weeksapiece. You may register for one, two or all three modules. Each

one includes 30 lessons per week of classroom instructionand practice in speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary,reading and writing. In each module you will research, prepareand give an oral presentation. You will also lead and activelyparticipate in simulated meetings and defend a position takenor an argument presented. You will read and discuss casestudies, business news and other authentic business literature.

Technology-supported learning in the ELS LanguageTechnology Centers assesses your individual progress andtailors lessons to meet your goals.

BUSINESS ENGLISH PROGRAMSAMPLE CLASS SCHEDULE*

HIGH INTERMEDIATE(ELIGIBLE AT 106)

ADVANCED(107 109)

MASTERS(110 112)

8:30 - 9:20 Structure andSpeaking Practice


LanguageTechnology Center

9:30 - 10:20 Structure andSpeaking Practice

Language TechnologyCenter


10:30 - 11:20 Language TechnologyCenter

Structure andSpeaking Practice

Language Studies

11:30 - 12:20 VocabularyEnrichment

Structure andSpeaking Practice

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 and 65 minutes Monday through Thursday,giving you the same amount of class time each week as your morning classesbut allowing for free afternoons every Friday.

COMMUNICATE WITHCONFIDENCE,

ACCURACY, AND EFFECTIVENESS IN ENGLISHSPEAKING SITUATIONS.

BUSINESS COMMUNICATION PROGRAMS


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Group and One-to-One InstructionWho should take it?

Professionals looking to combine general English practicewith career-specific communication training.


Four 50-minute interactive group lessons, combined withour regular morning program classes and three personalized50-minute one-to-one lessons each day.

The course length may be two or four weeks, beginning onany of the 26 year-round Intensive English program start dates.

ELS will provide assistance with housing arrangementswhen requested.

EXECUTIVE ENGLISH PROGRAMS

ELS Executive English programs are designed for professionals who wish to improve their English language skills ina rigorous course of study that includes one-to-one instruction. With a variety of offerings, lesson plans and subjectmatter options, ELS Executive English programs improve your uency and confidence, providing the edge you needin todays globalized business world.

ENGLISH FOR EXECUTIVES PROGRAM

Super Intensive English

One-to-One InstructionWho should take it?

Executives and professionals seeking the fastest way toimprove their English proficiency.


Highly concentrated, one-to-one instruction and acurriculum targeted specially to your individual needs.

Courses are individually designed based on an initial levelof English ability assessment, desired language use andoutcomes, and time available for study. Lessons focus onbusiness topics and vertical markets relevant to you. Select aprogram length that meets your needs and time frame, fromone to 52 weeks! The program consists of 15, 20, 25, 30 or 45lessons each week depending on your needs, each 50minutes in length, and taught on a Monday through Fridayschedule, beginning any Monday.

For busy executives seeking maximum results, ELS offersSuper Intensive English Plus at an intense pace of 7050-minute lessons per week, taught Monday through Sunday.

This course can be particularly useful when preparing for animportant business presentation or meeting in an English-speaking situation.

For more information and an application for ELS Executive

English programs, contact an ELS authorized Counselor

at ELS.edu/CounselorConnect or ELS Special Programs at

[email protected].

Need advice and/or assistance with housing

arrangements? Your ELS Counselor is ready to help.

Just ask!

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OPEN YOUR CHILDRENS EYES TO THE WORLDTHE WAY NO SCREEN CAN.

PROGRAMS DATES ALL-INCLUSIVEPROGRAM PRICE

January Youth H omestay January 5 through 25, 2014 $3,745*

Fun & Sun Camp Weekly start dates commencingJune 22 through July 13, 2014(minimum of two weeks)

$3,085* to $5,145*(dependingon length ofprogram)

Malibu Youth Camps I & II Session I June 29 throughJuly 19, 2014Session II July 20 throughAugust 9, 2014

$4,910*

*Junior Camp programs pricing includes round-trip airport pickup service, studentmedical insurance, application fee, full room and board, tuition and activities.

For more on ELS Junior Camp Programs,

visit ELS.edu/JuniorPrograms

JUNIOR CAMP PROGRAMS USAWhat is the program?

A short-term all-inclusive packaged program designedspecifically for the young learner, combining the best parts of

the academic experience with those of the areas social andcultural attractions. All programs include 15 50-minute lessonsper week, plus five 50-minute expansion activities in placeskids really want to visit.

What selection criteria do you use for teachers?

What about safety and security?

The teachers selected are highly experienced and meet thesame certification criteria as our regular program teachers,with the noteworthy addition of youth teaching experience.

All programs are located on pristine, safe and secure universitycampuses. Children are supervised 24 hours a day by carefully

selected, attentive, caring and professional staff. Your childwill have no need for public transportation because amenitiessuch as the cafeteria, gym, pool and more are all located righton campus.

JUNIOR CAMP PROGRAMS USA

Holiday study with ELS brings your child face-to-facewith new cultures and points of view unlike any virtualexperience. Meeting other children from aroundthe globe opens young minds, giving them freshperspectives on the world around them, while acquiringstrong English language skills gives them an advantageas they navigate that world in the future.

The younger your child gets started, the more your child willbenefit. ELS Junior Camps and Youth Programs are designed tohelp your child feel comfortable participating in active use ofEnglish in and outside of the classroom.

ELS Junior Camps and Youth Programs for 2014:

UNITED STATES

Junior Camps for children ages 10 to 16Fun & Sun Camp

Malibu I and II Youth CampJanuary Youth Homestay

University Preparation Programs for students ages 14 to 18

CANADA

Summer and Winter Youth Programs for students ages9 to 17

AUSTRALIA

Junior Holiday English Programs for students ages 13 to 17

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PROGRAM DATES TUITION

Junior Holiday Program Australia

July through August2014 contact

[email protected] exact start dates

2 weeks: $8403 weeks: $1,260

4 weeks: $1,6805 weeks: $2,1006 weeks: $2,520.

JUNIOR HOLIDAY ENGLISH PROGRAM AUSTRALIA

JUNIOR HOLIDAY ENGLISH PROGRAM

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIAWhat is the program?

Junior students learn English and experience Sydney at thesame time with full-time intensive English classes from Mondayto Friday and optional cultural and recreational activitiesavailable after school and on the weekend. Interactive activitiesand games in English allow students to practice what they havelearned. Upon completion, students attend a graduation partyand receive a Certificate of Completion. Parents also receive awritten report on their childs experience.

The Junior Holiday English program in Sydney is offered forone to five weeks during July and August.

What about safety and security? Where do students stay?

ELS Australia has over 15 years of experience in teachingjuniors; we provide a safe and friendly learning environment forthem in their own section of the college. For an additional fee,students have the option staying with our warm and welcomingAustralian host families, where they can experience Australianculture and practice their English as well. Tuition includes twomeals per day from Monday through Saturday and three mealson Sunday.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

CANADA SUMMER AND WINTER

YOUTH PROGRAMS

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIAWhat is the program?

ELS Canada Summer and Winter Youth programs offer youngpeople a fun and interactive way to learn English, with weeklythemes focusing on areas of interest to them, including popularculture, music, technology, and food and health. Vancouveroffers a lively environment for building English skills andfor exploration.

Included in the price of the program are an educational field tripevery Wednesday afternoon and a social activity every Fridayafternoon. Other activities such as overnight trips to Victoria orday trips to Whistler are available at additional cost.

Open to Youth Learners nine to 12 years of age in the summeronly; and to teenagers 13 to 17 years of age in the summerand winter.

Make it a family affair! Study in our regular English classes whileyour children participate in our Youth programs.

PROGRAMS DATES ALL-INCLUSIVEPROGRAM PRICE

University Prep Program Malibu (Ages 15 to 17)

July 20 August 9, 2014 $4,910*

University Prep Program Lawrenceville I and II(Ages 14 to 18)

Session I June 29 throughJuly 19, 2014 and Session II July 20 through August 9, 2014

$4,380*

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMS

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION PROGRAMSELS is pleased to offer our University Preparation program onthe prestigious campuses of Pepperdine University in scenic

Malibu, California, and in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, at theLawrenceville School just outside of Princeton.

These all-inclusive programs provide students ages 14 to 18with practical English skills combined with learning about theUSA university system through in-class subject matter andduring tours of area universities.

*University Preparation programs pricing includes roundtrip airport pickup service,student medical insurance, application fee, full room and board, tuition and activities.

To nd out more about ELS University Preparation

programs, visit ELS.edu/UniversityPrep.

PROGRAM DATES ALL-INCLUSIVEPROGRAM PRICE

Canada WinterYouth Program

January 6 through February 14, 2014.January 5 through February 13, 2015.Weekly intakes every Monday.

CAD $752.50 to $815per week,*(minimum 2 weeks)

Canada Summer

Youth Program

June 30 August 22, 2014.

Weekly intakes every Monday.

CANADA SUMMER AND WINTER YOUTH PROGRAMS

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Your ELS Center is so much more than a place to learn English.From the moment you arrive you become integrated intostudent life on campus, making it easy to meet and makefriends with American and other international students andbecome actively engaged in the many activities available toyou. Your ELS Center staff also helps you adjust to life in theUSA, exposing you to American culture both in and outsidethe classroom.

Whether you choose to live alongside university students

on campus or in homestay accommodations with anEnglish-speaking host family, your ELS Center becomesyour home and your fellow students and Center staff yourfamily. Daily life at your ELS Center not only provides you witha great opportunity to practice English with other studentsfrom around the world but also helps you develop a senseof independence and self-confidence.

ACCESSIBLE AND SUPPORTIVETEACHERS AND STAFF WHOSEFOCUS IS ON YOU

Being away from your home country, especially if it is for thefirst time, brings with it excitement, adventure, discovery andself-awareness. It can also bring the challenges that come frombeing in an unfamiliar place, apart from family and friends.

The faculty and staff at every ELS Center are warm, friendly,welcoming people who understand that you are a person aswell as an English language student. Their goal is to ensureyour success, offering care, patience and diligence.

WELCOME TO OUR CENTERS!I work intensively with students on their critical thinking,questioning, reading, writing and presentation skills, preparingthem for research writing at the university level. It has beenmy joy and privilege to travel with them on their journeyand to reconnect with them once they are in college. It isgratifying that they fondly recall being in my class because ithelped prepare them to be successful in their undergraduateor graduate writing.

Brenda Ellingboe

Senior Instructor,ELS/St. Paul Center

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The place you call home while studying with ELS plays a very important part in your experience of living abroad.Because every student has his or her own needs and preferences, we offer a variety of living accommodations toensure that you are comfortable, safe and feel at home, regardless of the type of housing you select.

STUDENT RESIDENCEMost ELS locations on university campuses offer livingaccommodations either on campus or near the ELS Center,making it easy for you to interact with other students andtruly experience campus life. Living in a residence hall andeating your meals with other students in the dining facilitywill provide you with endless opportunities to practice yourgrowing English skills with students like yourself. Studentresidence life also allows for many eye-opening experiences;you will find you have much in common with your newinternational friends as you share your individual culturalcustoms and points of view.

HOMESTAYSAll ELS Centers offer homestay accommodations with anEnglish-speaking host family. ELS host families are carefully

selected to ensure that they provide a pleasant and safe homeaway from home for their student guests. Some students findthat living with a host family can help them learn English faster,while experiencing American customs and culture firsthand.Homestay students often develop cherished relationships withtheir hosts that can last a lifetime.

APARTMENT HOUSINGIf you prefer a more independent lifestyle, you may want tolive in an apartment near your ELS Center. Apartment costsand conditions vary widely depending on the location. SomeELS locations have special relationships with local apartmentproviders that welcome ELS students, families, married couplesor executive clients. Many ELS Centers can advise you onfinding a furnished apartment to suit your preferenceand budget.

Your local ELS Counselor can provide you with detailed

information on housing options.

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A WORLD OF OPTIONS AWAITS YOUELS Location Host Institution for

ELS on-campus locationsPage

Atlanta, Georgia Southern Polytechnic State University 29

Berkeley, California City Center 30

Boston Downtown,

Massachusetts

City Center 31

Boston Newton,Massachusetts

Mount Ida College 32

Bristol, Rhode Island Roger Williams University 33

Charlotte, North Carolina Queens University of Charlotte 34

Chicago, Illinois Dominican University 35

Chicago Romeoville,Illinois

Lewis University 36

Cincinnati, Ohio University of Cincinnati 37

Clemson Greenville,South Carolina

Clemson University Center of Greenville 38

Cleveland, Ohio Case Western Reserve University 39

Columbus, Ohio Ohio Dominican University 40

Dallas, Texas The University of Texas at Dallas 41

DeKalb, Illinois Northern Illinois University 42

Denver, Colorado Front Range Community College 43

Fort Wayne, Indiana Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW)

44

Fredericksburg, Virginia University of Mary Washington 45

Garden City, New York Adelphi University 46

Grand Forks, North Dakota University of North Dakota 47

Grand Rapids, Michigan Grand Valley State University 48

Honolulu, Hawaii Hawaii Pacific University 49

Houston, Texas University of St. Thomas Houston 50

Houston Clear Lake, Texas University of Houston Clear Lake 51

Indianapolis, Indiana Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

52

Johnson City, Tennessee East Tennessee State University 53La Verne, California University of La Verne 54

Lubbock, Texas Texas Tech University 55

Melbourne, Florida Florida Institute of Technology 56

Miami, Florida Barry University 57

Milwaukee, Wisconsin Marquette University 58

Nashville, Tennessee Middle Tennessee State University 59

New Haven, Connecticut University of New Haven 60

New York (Manhattan),New York

The Juilliard School 61

New York (Manhattan),New York

Adelphi University Manhattan Center 62

New York (Riverdale),New York

College of Mount Saint Vincent 63

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Oklahoma City University 64

AUSTRALIA

Brisbane, Queensland Metropolitan South Institute of TAFE 88

Sydney, New South Wales City Center 89

CANADA

Toronto, Ontario City Center 90

Vancouver,British Columbia

City Center 91

CHINA

Shanghai City Center 92

EUROPE

Sophia Antipolis(near Nice), France

SKEMA Business School 93

MALAYSIA

Kuala Lumpur Universiti Putra Malaysia 94

ELS Location Host Institution forELS on-campus locations

Page

Orlando, Florida Stetson University Extension 65

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Saint Josephs University 66

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Point Park University 67

Portland, Oregon Concordia University 68

Rochester, New York State University of New York Brockport 69

Ruston, Louisiana Louisiana Tech University 70

San Antonio, Texas University of the Incarnate Word 71

San Diego, California City Center 72

San Francisco Downtown, California

Golden Gate University 73

San Francisco North Bay, California

Dominican Universityof California

74

Santa Barbara,California

City Center 75

Santa Cruz, California City Center 76

Santa Monica,California

City Center 77

Seattle, Washington City Center 78

Silicon Valley, California City Center 79

St. Louis, Missouri University of Missouri St. Louis 80

St. Paul, Minnesota University of St. Thomas Minnesota 81

St. Petersburg, Florida Eckerd College 82

Tacoma, Washington Bates Technical College 83

Tampa, Florida The University of Tampa 84

Teaneck, New Jersey Fairleigh Dickinson University 85

Thousand Oaks, California California Lutheran University 86

Washington, D.C. City Center 87

URBAN SUBURBAN RURAL/SMALL TOWN


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view any ELS Center location video. Available for iOS and

Android. Get it at the App Store or on Google Play.

Follow the instructions below and experience ELS.

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Refer to these symbols on the following pages to

determine whether the ELS Center is located in an

urban, suburban or rural/small town setting.


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BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA

ELS/Berkeley is located in Hillside Hall, a residence and classroom facilityhousing both ELS students and University of California, Berkeley students.UC Berkeley is perennially ranked among the top three universities inthe country. ELS is in an ideal location in the San Francisco Bay Area, withexcellent public transportation and easy access to San Francisco, San Jose

and Marin County.Great Things To See And Do

Tilden Park:With over 800 hectares to explore, Tilden Park can keep youoccupied for days. Relax on the sandy beach at Lake Anza, or enjoy hikingor bicycling kilometers of trails.

Telegraph Avenue:Take in the lively counterculture scene at this thriving andcolorful open-air market where street musicians and vendors ofhandmade crafts keep the sidewalks jam-packed.

Fourth Street:A shopping destination with world-class restaurants andretailers that offer high-quality creative merchandise. Searching for anexcellent meal, handpicked shops, unique street festivals, local musiciansor just a sunny spot to relax? Youll find them here.

University of California Botanical Garden:Established in 1890, this nine-hectare botanical garden nurtures over 12,000 plants from all over theworld and features the New World Desert, with cacti and succulentscollected during the 1930s from North and Central American deserts.

Sightseeing? The residential neighborhood of Berkeley Hillsoffers some of the most awe-inspiring views of lower Berkeley,San Francisco, Marin County and the famous bridges.

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FOUR-WEEKCOURSES

English for Academic Purposes ($1,790), Semi-Intensive ($1,410),American Explorer ($1,350)

OTHER COURSES TOEFL Prep (starting at $2,040)

OPTIONSAVAILABLE

Volunteer Experience

HOUSINGOPTIONS

Student Residence (off campus) or Homestay(ranges from $930 to $1,140 per four-week course)

MINIMUM AGE 15

ADDRESS 2425 Prospect StreetBerkeley, California 94704


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English for Academic Purposes ($1,790),General English ($1,680), Semi-Intensive($1,410), American Explorer ($1,350)

OTHER COURSES TOEFL Prep (starting at $2,040),Executive Programs

HOUSINGOPTIONS Student Residence (off campus) orHomestay (ranges from $1,210 to $1,450per four-week course)

MINIMUM AGE 16

ADDRESS 125 Tremont StreetBoston, Massachusetts 02108

BOSTON DOWNTOWN, MASSACHUSETTS

ELS/Boston - Downtown is located on Tremont Street at theintersection of Beacon Hill and Downtown Crossing. The BostonCommon, Government Center, Theater District and Chinatown are all with-in walking distance from the Center, as is Bostons upscale Back Bay area rich with universities, restaurants, museums and shopping.

Great Things To See And Do

Freedom Trail:The nearly 5-kilometer trail connects 16 of the citys mosthistoric sites, including the Bunker Hill Monument, the site of the BostonMassacre and the Paul Revere House.

Fenway Park:Fans of baseball will not want to miss a game at the homeof the Boston Red Sox. This stadium has been the site of legendary homeruns, gutsy stolen bases and the famous Green Monster back wallsince 1912.

Museum of Fine Arts:This is home to one of the worlds most renownedart collections. In addition to the impressive American Wing, Asian art iswell represented. Fans of French Impressionism will enjoy the works byMonet, Renoir and Manet.

Faneuil Hall:Built in 1742, Faneuil Hall has had a long and importanthistory in Massachusetts politics. Next door is the Faneuil Hall Marketplace,and close by is the Haymarket, an open-air market open on Fridaysand Saturdays.

It is great to be a student in Boston! There are more than 150colleges and universities in the greater Boston area, with over250,000 students enrolled.

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BOSTON NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS

ELS/Boston Newton is located on the safe and tranquil campus of MountIda College. Here, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: studying ona traditional tree-lined college campus, while being just 13 kilometersfrom the excitement of downtown Boston. Boston is home to world-classmuseums and theaters, trendy shopping spots and every type of restaurant

you could imagine. Cape Cod, the White Mountains, New York City andMontreal are just a few hours away.


Nahanton Park:Enjoy nearly 25 hectares of forests, meadows and gardensalong the Charles River. You can canoe or kayak and spend the day oatingdown the Charles on more than 20 kilometers of uninterrupted at water.A large portion of the shore along this section of river is parkland, includingCutler Park and Millennium Park.

Day Trips/Weekends Away:Nearby Boston, Newport, Rhode Island; andCape Cod offer something for everyone, whether you enjoy the city scene,walking on the beach or exploring historic seaside towns. If you enjoyseafood, you will find none better than here. Plus, New York is just a three-hour trip by train.

Newton has consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live in thecountry. In August 2012, Moneymagazine named Newton the fourth-best small city in which to live in America.

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FOUR-WEEKCOURSES

English for Academic Purposes ($1,790),Semi-Intensive ($1,410),American Explorer ($1,350)

OTHER COURSES TOEFL Prep (starting at $2,040), ExecutivePrograms

OPTIONSAVAILABLE Conversation Partners and Class Visits

HOUSINGOPTIONS

Student Residence (on campus) orHomestay (ranges from $1,110 to $1,650per 4-week course)

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Private College, Enrollment: 1,400Waiver of TOEFL for ELS 112 Graduates

RANKING Ranked #30 Best Regional Universities North, U.S. News & World Report, 2012

SAMPLE MAJORSINCLUDE

Veterinary Technology, Graphic Design,Hospitality Management, Game Art andAnimation, Fashion Design

ADDRESS 777 Dedham Street, Miller Hall

Newton, Massachusetts 02459


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ELS/Bristol is located on the beautiful waterfront campus of Roger WilliamsUniversity (RWU) in the historic seaport town of Bristol, Rhode Island.Via public transportation, the campus is only 30 minutes from Providenceand Newport and one hour from Boston.


The Great Outdoors:Do you enjoy being on or near the water? Bristolis just 45 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and its harbor is home to oneof Rhode Islands most active boating communities. Kayaking andwindsurfing are popular sports here, and the 23-kilometer East Bay BikePath is a favorite for area bikers, walkers and Rollerbladers.

Day trips/Weekends Away:Nearby Newport, Rhode Island; Boston; andCape Cod offer something for everyone, whether you enjoy the city scene,walking on the beach or exploring historic seaside towns. If you enjoyseafood, you will find none better than here.

Walley Beach:This 0.5-hectare park overlooks beautiful Bristol Harbor andis a great place to sit and relax, watch the boats or sunbathe. It has a smallswimming area, a picnic table and beaches.

The Flying Horse Carousel, the nations oldest, is located in the resorttown of Watch Hill, just over an hours trip from Bristol.

BRISTOL, RHODE ISLAND

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OPTIONSAVAILABLE

Conversation Partners, Class Visits andUniversity Class Auditing

HOUSINGOPTIONS

Student Residence (off campus) orHomestay (ranges from $1,110 to $1,790 perfour-week course)

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Private University, Enrollment: 4,550Concurrent Enrollment and Waiver ofTOEFL for ELS 112 Graduates

RANKING Ranked #46 Best Regional Universities North, U.S. News & World Report, 2012


Architecture, Business Administration andManagement, Finance, Engineering, GlobalCommunications

ADDRESS 1 Old Ferry Road, ELSBristol, Rhode Island 02809


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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA

ELS/Charlotte is located close to the main campus of Queens Universityof Charlotte, in the largest city in the state of North Carolina. The Centeris minutes away from the clean and modern downtown, home to thesecond- largest banking center in the USA. The scenic AppalachianMountains and sparkling Carolina beaches are just a few hours away.


U.S. National Whitewater Center:The USNWC, an Olympic-class trainingfacility and home to the worlds largest man-made whitewater river, offers

160 hectares for rafting, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbingand zip-lining.

Carowinds:One of the regions favorite local amusement and water parks,160-hectare Carowinds offers 60 world-class r ides, shows and attractions,including some of the best-rated roller coasters in the country.

Charlotte Motor Speedway/The NASCAR Hall of Fame: Charlotte and thesurrounding area are home to 58 NASCAR racing teams. The speedwayhosts numerous drag and track races during the year. The Hall of Fameshistory exhibits make a great introduction for newcomers, and the Hallof Honor commemorates the sports legendary drivers.

Uptown City Center:Come here for entertainment year-round with manycultural, art, music, and culinary festivals, sports and concert events in the

Time-Warner Arena; Broadway shows in the Blumenthal Performing ArtsCenter; and shopping and dining in the Epicentre (entertainment complex)and Overstreet Mall.

It is great to be a student in Charlotte. The region is home to40 institutions of higher learning, located on 50 campuses.

FOUR-WEEKCOURSES


OPTIONSAVAILABLE

Class Visits

HOUSING

OPTIONS

Student Residence (off campus) or

Homestay (ranges from $775 to $980 perfour-week course)

MINIMUM AGE 14

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Private University, Enrollment: 2,600Concurrent Enrollment and Waive of TOEFLfor ELS 112 Graduates

RANKING Ranked #20 Regional Universities South,U.S. News & World Report, 2013


Business Administration (Finance), BusinessAdministration (Accounting), Education,Nursing, Biology

ADDRESS 5200 Park Road, Suite 213Charlotte, North Carolina 28209


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CHICAGO, ILLINOISDOMINICAN UNIVERSIELS.EDU CHICAGO D

ELS/Chicago is located on the ivy-covered campus of DominicanUniversity, just 25 minutes from downtown Chicago, one of the mostpopular and attraction-filled cities in the USA.


Museums:Chicagos museums rank among the best in the world. Youllwant to visit the Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum, the ArtInstitute of Chicago, and the Field Museum of Natural History, justfor starters.

Sports:Countless sports legends have called Chicago home, includingbasketball legend Michael Jordan. Teams include Chicago Bulls basketball,Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox baseball, Chicago Bears football, andChicago Blackhawks hockey.

Millennium Park: You will not want to miss this lively gathering spotlocated in the heart of the city. Hundreds of free cultural programs

including concerts, exhibitions, tours and family activities take placehere each year.

Strolling and Window-Shopping:The Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier offerstores and restaurants within walking distance of beautiful Lake Michigan.

Chicago is considered by many to be the architectural capital of

the world. From the 108-story Willis Tower to the neo-Gothic Tribune

Tower, Chicago has one of the most beautiful and tallest skylines in

the world.

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FOUR-WEEKCOURSES

English for Academic Purposes ($1,790), General English ($1,680),Semi-Intensive ($1,410), American Explorer ($1,350)

OTHER COURSES TOEFL Prep (starting at $2,040), Executive Programs

OPTIONSAVAILABLE

Conversation Partners

HOUSINGOPTIONS Student Residence (on and off campus) or Homestay(ranges from $980 to $1,800 per four-week course)

MINIMUM AGE 18

HOSTINSTITUTION

Private University, Enrollment: 3,589Concurrent Enrollment and Waiver of TOEFL forELS 112 Graduates

RANKING Ranked #19 Best Regional Universities Midwest,U.S. News & World Report, 2012


Accounting, Business Administration, Social Work, ComputerScience, Mathematics

ADDRESS 7200 West Division StreetRiver Forest, Illinois 60305


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CINCINNATI, OHIO

ELS/Cincinnati is located on the modern campus of the University ofCincinnati (UC), home to students from all 50 of the United States and 110countries around the world. UC offers more than 300 degree programs aswell as the opportunity to intern with numerous Global 500 companiesbased in the Cincinnati area.


Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens:The second-oldest zoo in theUSA, considered one of the best in the country, it is renowned for itsendangered species and birthing programs, including for gorillas and whitetigers. Visitors particularly enjoy the delightful manatees exhibit as well asthe zoos newest exhibit, Africa, which allows visitors to walk througha picturesque African savannah among giraffes, lions and cheetahs onthe move.

Cincinnati Art Museum: One of the most prestigious art museums inthe country, with over 100,000 works of art, this grandiose building atopan Eden Park hill is well known for its 19th-century European andAmerican paintings.

Cincinnati Parks:This system is considered one of the best in the nation.Currently there are about 2,025 hectares of parks within the city and 4,900

hectares of county parks just outside the city limits. This allows for easyaccess to beautiful spaces for not only relaxing but also exercising andsports, bike riding, swimming, boating, camping, horseback riding, festivals,hiking, golfing and more.

If you like chili, Cincinnati prides itself on being a true chili capital,with more than 180 chili parlors.

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FOUR-WEEKCOURSES


OPTIONSAVAILABLE

Class Visits and University Class Auditing

HOUSINGOPTIONS

Student Residence (on campus) orHomestay (ranges from $895 to $935 perfour-week course)

MINIMUM AGE 18

HOSTINSTITUTION

Public University, Enrollment: 41,970Concurrent Enrollment and Waiver ofTOEFL for ELS 112 Graduates

RANKING Ranked #143 Best National Universities,U.S. News & World Report, 2012


Business Administration, Political Science,Neuroscience, Electrical Engineering, UrbanPlanning

ADDRESS 60 West Charlton Street, Suite 150Cincinnati, Ohio 45221

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CLEMSON GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA

ELS/Clemson Greenville is located at the University Center ofGreenville (UCG), a consortium of eight universities. Greenville is locatedapproximately halfway between the larger cities of Atlanta, Georgia, andCharlotte, North Carolina. Greenville has a thriving arts community and hasbeen named one of the Top 100 Arts Small Towns in the United States.


Falls Park on the Reedy:A large regional park in Greenvilles historic West Endwith gardens and several waterfalls and with access to the Swamp Rabbit

Trail, a walking/biking trail that travels through the entire city. The park ishome to the Liberty Bridge, a pedestrian suspension bridge overlookingthe Reedy River. Far more than a nature lovers paradise, it is considered bylocals to be one of Greenvilles greatest treasures, an oasis within the city.

Peace Center for the Performing Arts:Greenvilles premier destination fortheater and the arts, the Peace Center hosts numerous headline events,including Broadway musicals, concerts and plays.

Paris Mountain:Bikers, hikers and those visiting Camp Buckhorn keep thispark bustling year-round. The camping facilities are top-notch and includepaved camping sites and five trailside campsites around the North Lake TrailLoop. Enjoy fishing for bass, bream and catfish in the parks three-hectare

Lake Placid; canoe and kayak rentals are available weekends in the springand fall. Swimming, bird watching and geocaching are also popularactivities here.

With an idyllic, walkable downtown and a short ride to mallsand most anything else you need, Greenville provides hassle-freeaccessibility that is well suited for students.

FOUR-WEEKCOURSES


OPTIONSAVAILABLE

Conversation Partners

HOUSINGOPTIONS

Student Residence (off campus) orHomestay (ranges from $890 to $895 perfour-week course)

MINIMUM AGE 16

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