Center Information
ELS/Garden City is situated on the main campus of Adelphi University in Garden City, a safe and prosperous community on Long Island. The spacious suburban campus offers an idyllic 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. Adelphi University named to the elite list of “Best Buys” in the Fiske Guide to Colleges, identified as a university that provides a wealth of academic resources to its students while maintaining a reasonable cost of tuition.
Programs
Cost Per Session:
$1,575.00
Start Dates 2010:
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 600 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
Start Dates 2010:
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
Start Dates 2010:
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.
Cost Per Session:
$5,195.00
Start Dates 2010:
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 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-minutes interactive group lessons and three personalized, 50-minute one-to-one lessons each day in ELS group classes. The course length may be two or four weeks, beginning on any of the 26 year-round Intensive English Program start dates.
Cost Per Session:
$7,050.00
Starting Date:
Every Monday
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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 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.
Cost Per Session:
$5,125.00
Starting Date:
Every Monday
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For maximum results in just one week’s time, 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.
Additional Learning Opportunities
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.
College Class Visits and Auditing
ELS Intensive students (in key levels) can visit one or more college classes, depending on professor approval.
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.
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
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Activities
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Center Staff
Abel Hassan
Center Director: Abel was born and raised in France. He holds a Bachelor degree in Sociology from the University of Nice, France and a Masters in TESOL from Adelphi University, New York. He began teaching ESL at ELS Adelphi in 1990 after five years spent as a Center Director for Berlitz Language Center in Melville, NY. From 1997 to 1999, he held the position of Academic Director at ELS Adelphi before transferring to ELS/ Farleigh Dickinson University as a Center Director. Abel returned to Garden City in 2003. He is currently the Center Director.