本課程每天上課 6 個小時，將進階的語言能力強化課程與一個小時的 GRE® 語言自修和兩個小時的 GRE® 考試準備策略結合在一起。*提供有四或八（推薦）週的選項。 每班最多 15 名學生。
- GRE ® 有近三分之二的內容為閱讀理解、辭彙和分析寫作
- 有三分之一是考查量化分析技巧
課程表範例
 |
Tasks |
| 8:30-9:20 |
Structure/Speaking Practice |
| 9:30-10:20 |
Listening/Speaking Practice |
| 10:30-11:20 |
Advanced Writing |
| 11:30-12:20 |
Language Technology Center with GRE® skill focus |
| 12:20-1:30 |
LUNCH |
| 1:30-2:30 |
GRE® Prep |
| 2:40-3:45 |
GRE® Prep |
Program Pricing
| |
Price |
| Program cost (per session) |
$1,695.00 |
| Application Fee |
$145.00 |
| Insurance (per session) |
$120.00 |
The ELS curriculum organizes your English learning into 12 levels of proficiency. Each level can be
completed in a four-week session in an Intensive English Program or in three weeks in a Fast Track Program.
Levels may be grouped into Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced and Masters to allow students of similar abilities
and interests to study together. When levels are combined, each student is tracked and evaluated according to
his/her specific level in the program.
A student’s level is determined through placement testing done soon after arrival. The placement test is made up
of three parts: an oral interview, a writing sample, and a multiple-choice exam that tests listening, reading, vocabulary, and grammar.
Pre-Arrival Test (PAT)
Students may also choose to take the ELS "PAT" (Pre-Arrival Test) before coming to the U.S. Selected ELS agents administer the test on-line in their offices for a small fee, paid by credit card. The test includes listening, speaking, reading, grammar, and writing components. The results place students into low beginning, beginning, low-intermediate, intermediate, low advanced, and advanced categories. Students placing into the low advanced and advanced categories qualify for advanced levels such as the Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT. However, they will still have the “live” testing on arrival to confirm results and determine a specific level of proficiency.
Evaluation
At the end of each 4-week session, students are evaluated for advancement to the next level based on their mastery of level objectives. Criteria used for this evaluation include but are not limited to:
- Demonstration of skills during class
- Quizzes and tests
- Homework assignments
- Standardized Level Tests (final examinations)
Level Descriptions
Textbooks
In Levels 101-109, ELS-branded texts are used in Structure/Speaking Practice and Reading/Writing classes. These texts include works from respected authors in the ESL field today. The content has been tailored exclusively by and for ELS to fit our curriculum and methodology. In addition to these proprietary ELS texts, which students may keep upon completion of the level, students also have access to class sets for use during the course. All materials support the communicative approach used at ELS Language Centers.
In the highly advanced Maters Level (110-112), students use materials and texts which contain authentic college-level content to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Students also learn effective note-taking skills and prepare an American-style research paper.
Language Technology Center Lab
Leading technology plays an important role in our students’ English language studies. As an alternative to the limited traditional audio-only language lab, the ELS Language Centers Language Technology Centers (LTC) provide students with the opportunity to work with:
- Desktop computers with flat-screen monitors
- Full capacity for playing CD and DVD-based programs
- A wide variety of language learning software, from general English to popular songs
- Internet access (in LTC or on campus)
In the LTC, students work through goals outlined in an Individualized Learning Plan. These goals are developed from results of placement testing and teacher recommendation. In the LTC a teacher monitors students’ progress on these goals and is available at all times to provide support.
Attendance Policy
Because ELS Language Centers would like students to derive the maximum benefit from their English courses, students are expected to attend classes full time. If a student begins to accumulate excessive absences, he/she will be counseled by the Academic Director and encouraged to participate fully.