Estimated cost includes tuition and housing costs only. All prices are listed in US Dollars. Program & housing availability as well as cost are subject to change.
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ELS/Honolulu is located on the downtown campus of Hawai’i Pacific University (HPU). HPU has excellent facilities to which ELS students have access: libraries, computer labs, Language Partner Programs, workshops, sports facilities, campus events and more. Hawaii is a tropical paradise ideal for outdoor recreation.
Located in a tropical paradise
Dynamic downtown Honolulu campus
Free access to campus library, computer centers, and sports events
The Complete Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT has been added to your estimate.
Cost Per Session
$1950
Fernhurst YWCA (females only)(Student Off Campus)
All rooms include linen and towel. Double rooms have en-suite bathrooms however shared with adjoining unit (maximum 4 persons sharing bathroom) and single rooms have en-suite bathrooms however shared with adjoining unit (maximum 2 persons sharing bathroom). Students also have internet access downstairs as well as access to living room with TV, study area, kitchenette, and coin operated laundry machines.
Price per Session
$910 - 1560
Occupancy
Double, Single
Minimum Age
18
Airport Pickup
$80
Meals / week or Meal Credit
14. Included breakfast and dinner daily. Supermarket within a 10 minute walk. Bus stop outside residence with direct lines to downtown and Waikiki.
Nu’uanu YMCA (males only)(Student Off Campus)
All rooms are singles with shared bathroom down the hall. Linens and towels included and students have full access to the YMCA facilities such as gym, weight room, fitness classes and pool.
The YMCA is a 5 minute walk to the ELS center, Hawaii Pacific University, Downtown, Chinatown, the Arts District and another 5 minutes to the famous Aloha Tower Marketplace. There are many bus lines near the residence with direct buses to Ala Moana and Waikiki. Students have access to coin operated laundry machines.
Price per Session
$785
Occupancy
Single
Minimum Age
18
Airport Pickup
$80
Meals / week or Meal Credit
Meals are not provided. There is an on-site café and many restaurants in the area. Supermarket is only 5 minutes away by foot.
Ohia or Hana Suites (overflow)(Student Off Campus)
Students will be placed in shared double-occupancy rooms unless a single is requested (for different prices). Ohia Student Suites is a large housing complex equipped with a pool, and located just a few blocks from Waikiki beach. Rooms include a bed, dresser, desk and chair for each resident. Kitchenettes are available. Free internet access is available in each room, and assistance with establishing phone service is provided. Students must provide their own equipment. Linens are also included. Students clean their own rooms during their stay.
The Hana Student Suites are located at 2424 Koa Avenue, Honolulu (Waikiki). Students are housed in Double rooms unless a Single is requested at an additional price. Hana Student suites are in a smaller housing complex than Ohia Suites and are only a block from Waikiki Beach and next to the famous Kings Village. High speed internet, basic cable television access, and an on-site restaurant are available for student use. Students share a common community kitchen (cooking utensils provided by Hana Suites). No pool is available due to the close proximity to the beach.
Price per Session
$980 - 1460
Occupancy
Double, Single - The default room type is "Doubles (2 persons)", but Singles (1 person) may be available at an additional price upon special request.
Minimum Age
16
Airport Pickup
$80
Meals / week or Meal Credit
None - Students have the option (at extra cost) of purchasing an off-campus meal plan that allows students to eat at a variety of area restaurants.
Homestays in the area(Homestay)
Host family students are responsible for their personal transportation. Most students commute to ELS by bus.
Price per Session
$1025
Occupancy
Single
Minimum Age
17
Airport Pickup
$80
Meals / week or Meal Credit
14 per week (Continental breakfast and prepared dinner)
Computer center
Ping pong
Snack bar
Language Technology Center (LTC)
Movie theater
Health Center (off campus)
Basketball court(s)
Library
Recreational park
Meet the Staff
Roger Fong
Center Director
Roger was born and raised in Panama City, Panama. He has lived in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Boston, Amsterdam, Paris, Luzern and now proudly calls Hawaii home. A graduate from the California State University system as well as having attended the Sorbonne and the University of Paris, Roger has been in the ESL world since 1993. He enjoys spending his weekends trying to find the most authentic "Latino" cuisine on the island.
Maria Levy
Academic Director
Maria is a graduate of the University of Hawaii. Originally from Germany, Maria has been living in Hawaii for over ten years. She enjoys teaching English as well as learning about languages from around the world.
Ivan Lui
International Student Advisor
Ivan Lui began with ELS in 2008 when the Honolulu Center opened. As International Student Advisor he plans and leads activities, teaches, college counsels and is a Designated School Official. Ivan enjoys board games, biking, recycling and Hawai’i. He is not fond of huge dogs and watching sports.
Cibele Randall
Registrar
Cibele is the Registrar for ELS Honolulu. She is originally from Brasilia, Brazil and the second of three daughters. She moved to the US in 2006 and was recently married and has a newborn daughter. Her degree is in Business Administration and she enjoys cooking and baking. She also likes to watch cooking shows as this gives her fresh new ideas of things to make for her friends and family.
Ashlee Esteban
Housing Coordinator/IELTS Administrator
Ashlee is from Kahalu’u, Hawaii and attended the University of Hawaii, as well as Kyungpook National University and SoonChunHyang University in South Korea. Along with spending time at the beach with her 13 year old yellow Labrador Retriever, she enjoys traveling around Asia and goes at least once a year.
Wen-Pei (Beryl) Lin
May 15, 2009
I’ve been in ELS Honolulu for almost three months, and I discovered my English ability has improved a lot. The reason why I came to ELS Honolulu is to prepare for entering HPU, and I found it is really helpful. For example, classes like structure and speaking, research writing, TOEFL, etc. Most importantly I’ve learned the up-dated US college information and enjoy the diverse culture in Hawaii. Experiencing all these new ideas, I gradually noticed that the experience has broadened my global perspective and the aspect of critical thinking. Mahalo to all instructors and staff in ELS Honolulu.
- Wen-Pei (Beryl) Lin
Quynh Dao
May 15, 2009
This is my first time being an ELS student. I really enjoy all the activities, food, and the most, studying English here. ELS is a good environment where there are students from all over the world. It is an “Ohana” for us when we need a support or any help. I’m glad to be here, and to be a member of ELS.
Ya-wen Huang , Taiwan
May 15, 2009
I have been here at ELS one session and this is my first time studying abroad. My English has improved and I think the teachers, activities and the enthusiasm really help a lot. I live in Waikiki, student dorm, which is closed to the beach. Therefore, I surf every day. Surfing is my favorite activity and I really enjoy studying and living in Honolulu, Hawaii. I have so happy that I have the opportunity to study at ELS. The staff of ELS really helped me a lot and they are really kind and friendly. Anyway, I enjoy studying at ELS, and they become my family.
Romulo Consentino, Brazil
May 15, 2009
My name is Romulo Consentino I am 26 years old and I am from Brazil. I am living in Hawaii and here I can study during the week and surf during my weekends. I started a study English last year in Europe and now I came to Hawaii to improve my English in Hawaii Pacific University (ELS Course). After finish my English course, I want to be ready to do a master in my graduation area, International Business.
I hope when I come back to Brazil I will get a nice job.
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!
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:
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.
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.
Provides a brief description of ELS, our Programs and the Honolulu ELS Language Center at Hawaii Pacific University. The flyer also offers some specific attributes of the university, its programs and other helpful information.
