Andres Bouza Carballal
April 24, 2012
The teachers are awesome and they always have great material to teach. The center staff are amazing, very friendly and the activities they organize are very fun.
-Andres Bouza Carballal,Spain
Boston-Newton, MA
777 Dedham Street, Miller Hall
Newton, MA 02459
Tel.:
617-244-4448
On the campus of: Mount Ida College
ELS/Boston - Newton is located on the safe and tranquil campus of Mount Ida College. Students at this location enjoy studying on a traditional college campus just 13 kilometers from downtown Boston. The city of Boston is home to many world-class museums, excellent theaters, trendy shopping spots and restaurants. Cape Cod, the White Mountains, New York City and Montreal are just a few hours away.
- Private College campus location
- On Campus Facility Use
- Safe upscale suburban environment within ½ hour of Boston downtown by train/bus
- Boston museums and historic and cultural attractions; prestigious universities in the area including Harvard, MIT and Boston University
Distance to Key Locations from ELS Center
| Location | Minutes | Transportation Method |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | 45 |
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| Bank | 10 |
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| Downtown Area | 30 |
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| Post Office | 10 |
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| Restaurant(s) | 10 |
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| Shopping Mall/Outlet | 15 |
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| Sports Stadium/Center | 1 |
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| Supermarket | 10 |
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| Bus Stop/Subway | 10 |
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LEGEND
Walking
Bike
Car
Bus
Train
Electricity
110V 60KHz.
Electric Plug Details
1
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Programs available at this location
English for Academic Purposes
Achieve English Proficiency for University Study
Cost Per Session
$1730
The Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT
Learn Test Taking Strategies to Achieve the Score you Need
Cost Per Session
$1950
Malloy Hall(Student Residence (On Campus))
Students live in double and quadruple rooms in Malloy Hall, a typical suite style dormitory building with shared hallway bathrooms. Rooms include a bed, a dresser, a desk and chair for each resident and a microfridge for each room. Phone, cable and internet connections are available in each room. Students must provide their own computers. Linens are included and self-service machines are available in the same dormitory building for a small fee. Students clean their own rooms during their stay.
| Price per Session | $1600 |
|---|---|
| Occupancy | Quad, Double |
| Minimum Age | 17 |
| Airport Pickup | $125 |
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Meals / week or Meal Credit 19 meals per week (breakfast, lunch, dinner during the week; brunch and dinner on Saturdays and Sundays) |
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Homestays in the area(Homestay)
Host family students are responsible for their personal transportation. Most students use the bus or train to reach ELS and the campus.
| Price per Session | $1110 |
|---|---|
| Occupancy | Single |
| Minimum Age | 17 |
| Airport Pickup | $125 |
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Meals / week or Meal Credit 14 meals per week (daily continental breakfast & dinner) |
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- Baseball field
- Computer center
- Gymnasium
- Soccer field
- Tennis court(s)
- Language Technology Center (LTC)
- Music practice room(s)
- Health center
- Basketball court(s)
- Library
- Recreational park
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Fitness Center
- Cafeteria
Meet the Staff
Mark Schaerf
Center Director
I am from New York City, but came to the Boston area to attend university. I have spent many years living and working overseas, and have taught in South Korea, Taiwan and Turkey. I was a teacher at ELS-Riverdale and Boston-Newton before becoming Housing Coordinator and now, Center Director. I enjoy meeting and helping students from all over the world. I am very pleased to work in a warm, friendly environment with my wonderful staff.
Marie Silva
Academic Director
I have been associated with ELS/Boston since 1988. I first started teaching in the Special Programs Division and then moved into the regular program where I remained as an instructor for 20 years. I have been the Academic Director for our Newton center since 2007. My previous ESL experience came from having lived and taught in corporate programs and private institutions in Brazil.
Jennifer Ly
International Student Advisor
I was born in Australia, grew up in Japan, finished High School and University in the USA and am fluent in English and Japanese. I received an internship at the National Academy of Science and spent a year living in Beijing, China. I enjoy meeting students from all over the world and learning about different cultures. I try to find interesting ways to bring students together, have fun, and learn to communicate. My door is always open!
Julian Garcia Roberts
Registrar
I arrived in the United States in 1996 from Cuba and started working as the Registrar at ELS in Boston in August 2001. In my country of birth I had accumulated 15 years working in planning, budget control and accounting. I attended the University of Havana for two years pursuing a degree in accounting and more recently 2 semesters at the Rhode Island College in the same major. Although not an educator, I enjoy being part of our students ELS experiences.
Camilo Valencia
Homestay Coordinator
I’m originally from Medellin, Colombia. I studied International business and taught Business English during my university years. I am the Homestay Coordinator and I look forward to providing students with the best “living the American lifestyle” experience by matching them with wonderful hosts during their studies at ELS-Boston. I enjoy having friends all over the world and in my spare time I like to play Ultimate Frisbee.
Pilyoung Moon
April 24, 2012
The ELS Center at Mount Ida College offers a good opportunity for students from a lot of countries. The teachers always help students when they don't understand something or if they have any questions. I recommend coming to ELS Boston-Newton to study. You will be satisfied with everything here!
-Pilyoung Moon,South Korea
ELS Boston Student from Japan
September 10, 2010
ELS Boston Student from Colombia
September 10, 2010
ELS/Boston student from Mexico
September 10, 2010
ELS/Boston Student from Angola
September 10, 2010
ELS Boston Student from Switzerland
September 10, 2010
Cinco de Mayo Party
May 11, 2012
We had a Cinco de Mayo party on the 4th! We had a great time eating Mexican food and the pinata was really fun.
Wishing you a Happy Holiday!
December 22, 2011
In celebration of the holidays, all ELS Language Centers in the United States, Canada and Australia, plus Princeton Headquarters, will be closed on several different days. Read more to find out.
Dear ELS Students,
With the close of 2011, ELS reflects with deep appreciation on your choice to attend ELS Language Centers. We would like to take this opportunity to again say thank you. It is truly rewarding to work with all of you in our common goal of enabling you to fulfill your career and life goals through education.
In celebration of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays, all ELS Language Centers in the United States, Canada and Australia, plus Princeton Headquarters, will be closed on several different days.
Please refer to the following grid as a guide to which days our various units will be closed:
Regular class schedules will resume on Tuesday, December 27 in the USA (Wednesday, December 28 in Canada and Australia) and on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 (in all locations).
ELS wishes you a wonderful holiday season, and much success in 2012!
Sincerely,
The ELS team
ELS 50th Anniversary University Tuition Scholarship
November 18, 2011
Calling All Merit Scholars! We are proud to present our ELS 50th Anniversary University Tuition Scholarship in celebration of Fifty (50) Years of ELS Leadership in International Education.
This scholarship is a special recognition for students like you--with outstanding academic achievement in your undergraduate, graduate, and/or secondary school.
If you meet the minimum grade point average (GPA) and several other requirements, ELS will award 50 percent of your ELS Language Centers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) tuition. The ELS 50th Anniversary University Tuition Scholarship will be paid directly into your student account at the ELS Host Institution or AEC member that issued your CLA, making the process simple and official.
Contact an ELS-authorized Counseling Agent, who will ensure that you follow the admissions process properly, meeting all scholarship terms and conditions. Participating ELS university partners are as follows:
- Adelphi University
- Barry University
- California Lutheran University
- Clemson University
- College of Mount Saint Vincent
- College of Southern Nevada
- Concordia University Portland
- De Anza College
- Dominican University
- Dominican University of California
- Eckerd College
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
- Florida Institute of Technology
- Foothill College
- Front Range Community College
- Golden Gate University
- Grand Valley State University
- Hawai'i Pacific University
- Idaho State University
- Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
- Lewis University
- Louisiana Tech University
- Loyola Marymount University
- Marquette University
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Mount Ida College
- Northern Illinois University
- Ohio Dominican University
- Oklahoma City University
- Plymouth State University
- Point Park University
- Queens University of Charlotte
- Roger Williams University
- Saint Joseph's University
- Southern Arkansas University
- Southern Polytechnic State University
- Stetson University
- Tennessee Tech University
- University of Arkansas Fort Smith
- University of Cincinnati
- University of Houston - Clear Lake
- University of La Verne
- University of Mary Washington
- University of Missouri - St. Louis
- University of New Haven
- University of North Dakota
- University of St. Thomas - Houston
- University of St. Thomas - Minnesota
- University of Tampa
- University of the Incarnate Word
- University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
- University of Wyoming
ELS International Pathways expanding in Australia
October 21, 2011
ELS has expanded to now include pathways to tertiary institutions in Australia!
Interested in studying in Australia? Choose from ELS Universal English College in beautiful Sydney or the new center opening in May 2012 in Brisbane, located on the campus of Metropolitan South institute (MSIT) of TAFE.
ELS provides a full range of English training programs, as well as pathways to over 40 institutions in Australia, including prestigious and popular institutions like Macquarie University, University of Western Sydney, University of Newcastle, University of Wollongong, TAFE New South Wales and Le Cordon Bleu.
Now over 650 schools, colleges, TAFE, and universities worldwide accept the ELS certificate of completion as evidence of English proficiency, and fulfilling the English language requirement for admission.
For more information please visit ELS Universal English College and UniversityGuideOnline.org
Higher Education Pathways
October 12, 2011
ELS Now Provides Higher Education Pathways from India to the US, Australia and Canada.
Last Thursday marked the opening of ELS International Pathways office in Chennai, India! This momentous next step for ELS was celebrated with traditional Indian foods, Indian dance performances and presentations of the history of ELS and the new mission of ELS in India. We will provide objective education counseling to help students achieve their higher education goals in the USA, Canada and Australia.
For more information, please visit ELS.in
2012 Brochure goes "E"
September 21, 2011
Learn more about the wide range of program and center options ELS offers, by checking out our 2012 e-brochure!
Read it here: www.els.edu/2012Brochure
ELS 50th Anniversary
June 16, 2011
ELS is excited to celebrate our 50th anniversary of leadership in international education in 2011!
Get to know us by the numbers ... and by what our students say. It's great to be part of the ELS family!
Learn more about our celebration here: http://www.els.edu/en?s=50th
Downloads
ELS at Mount Ida College
Provides a brief description of ELS, our Programs and the Boston ELS Language Center. The flyer also offers some specific attributes of the university, its programs and other helpful information.
Sample Fall Activity Calendar
An example of a Fall activity calendar at ELS Boston-Newton.
Sample Spring Activity Calendar
An example of a Spring activity calendar at ELS Boston-Newton.
Sample Summer Activity Calendar
An example of a Summer activity calendar at ELS Boston-Newton.
Sample Winter Activity Calendar
An Example of a Winter activity calendar at ELS Boston-Newton.
