Center Information
Our ELS Language Center in Charlotte, North Carolina is located on the beautifully landscaped campus of Queens University of Charlotte. Queens University is situated in a safe and affluent neighborhood, just minutes from the city center and major shopping areas. Students can enjoy a wide range of sports and entertainment events in the city, the scenic Appalachian Mountains, and the sparkling Carolina beaches just a few hours away. In 2008, Charlotte was named "America's Best Place to Live" on Relocate-America.com.
Programs
Cost Per Session:
$1,575.00
Starting Date 2009:
July 27, August 24, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 14
Start Dates 2010:
January 11, February 08, March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
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The ELS Intensive English Program, our most popular program of study, will help you significantly improve your English skills, achieve greater fluency, and fully prepare you for university study in the USA. More than 550 universities, colleges and career schools accept completion of an advanced ELS level as meeting the English language requirement for admission.
Cost Per Session:
$1,210.00
Starting Date 2009:
July 27, August 24, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 14
Start Dates 2010:
January 11, February 08, March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
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The ELS Semi-Intensive 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.
Cost Per Session:
$1,770.00
Starting Date:
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ELS has developed a 12-week comprehensive Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT that gives you the best preparation possible and the confidence you need to succeed!
The new Internet based TOEFL® iBT requires students to answer questions related to speaking, listening, reading and writing – and measures not just what you know, but how well you can express yourself and apply your knowledge. By taking the Prep Program, you will practice integrated reading and listening skills, improve writing and speaking, as well as learn test-taking strategies.
Cost Per Session:
$1,150.00
Starting Date 2009:
July 27, August 24, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 14
Start Dates 2010:
January 11, February 08, March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
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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.
Additional Learning Opportunities
IELTS Testing Center
If you wish to qualify for university admission through an IELTS score, you can take the test at our location. Click here for registration information.
Contact America! Program
Through regularly organized activities you can practice English both in and out of the classroom with native guest speakers or American students discussing various topics.
Music, Voice or Dance Lessons
We can arrange for students to take musical instrument, voice or dance lessons with faculty or qualified students.
College Class Visits and Auditing
ELS Intensive students (in key levels) can visit one or more college classes, depending on professor approval.
College Credit for ELS
Eligible ELS students can receive academic credit from the ELS host college/university for having completed key ELS level(s). This credit may be applied toward any degree eventually earned at that college, but is not transferable should the student transfer to another college or university.
Scholarships/Discounts
After completion of the full ELS Intensive English Program qualified students may receive credit for ELS and/or tuition discounts at select host universities and colleges, once they matriculate.
Access to Campus Facilities/Services
ELS students may use many of the facilities at our host college/university for free (or low cost) during their studies. Available facilities may vary, but usually include a fitness center, swimming pool, campus library, tennis court, and more.
Volunteerism Experience
ELS Language Centers offers a unique opportunity for full-time students who wish to participate in volunteer experiences at public and private, national and local organizations that provide services to adults, youth, children, elderly, handicapped and needy, or services protecting and improving the environment. Students who complete this experience will receive a certificate, which recognizes their participation.
Concurrent Enrollment at Host College
ELS students who have received conditional acceptance from the host college/university may have the chance to attend one or more individual college courses (for credit) while still studying in the Intensive English Program or Fast Track Program.
TOEFL Testing Center
In addition to our academic TOEFL Prep Program, we offer the TOEFL exam on-site. For more information on the TOEFL test click here
Activities
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Center Staff
Rodney Neese
My career with ELS spans more than 30 years and includes classroom teaching as an instructor, student services as a Student Advisor and program planning and management as Youth Camp Director, Director of Special Programs and Center Director of 3 centers. I opened two centers for ELS, Melbourne and Charlotte, and assisted in relocating the Santa Monica Center. I have held leadership positions in NAFSA: Association of International Educators and presented training sessions at NAFSA conferences at the state, regional and national levels.
Jessica Nattaradol
I have had quite a history here at ELS Language Centers. Upon my graduation from the University of Toledo with a Bachelor’s in French, I began working at ELS in Charlotte as a Registrar and an Instructor of ESL. I became passionate about teaching, and decided to return to school to obtain my Master’s in TESL from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. During that time, I taught ESL at various community colleges and universities. After teaching in the States for 7 years, I moved to Chiang Mai, Thailand for one year where I taught at American Pacific International Kindergarten. I returned to the U.S. a year later and began working as Registrar. Shortly thereafter, I was promoted to Academic Director.
Philip Robertson
I graduated with a BA from WV State University and received a Post-Graduate Diploma from The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts in the UK. I’ve worked as an actor both professionally and non-professionally before becoming a teacher. I received my Cambridge CELTA in 2005 and taught a year in Prague before coming to ELS where I was originally a teacher. I also teach for the YMCA of Greater Charlotte.
Katie Guarino
I graduated from the University of NC at Wilmington with a degree in Anthropology and Sociology. I lived and studied in the UK and worked with English Heritage on a Hadrian’s Wall project. I’ve been a bookkeeper to office manager for a number of years. I have a Masters from Newcastle University in the UK in Heritage Management.