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ELS USA LOCATIONS
1188 Fort Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel.:
(808) 543-8075
On the campus of: Hawai'i Pacific University
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ELS/Honolulu is located on the downtown campus of Hawai’i Pacific University. You have access to excellent facilities: libraries, computer labs, language partner programs, sports facilities, university clubs and more. Hawaii is a tropical paradise ideal for outdoor recreation and offers many cultural attractions and enjoyable nightlife.
| Location | Minutes | Transportation Method |
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| Airport | 30 |
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| Bank | 2 |
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| Restaurant(s) | 1 |
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| Shopping Mall/Outlet | 10 |
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| Supermarket | 5 |
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| Bus Stop/Subway | 3 |
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| Campus Post Office | 1 |
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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 |
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| Occupancy | Single - males only |
| Minimum Age | 18 |
| Airport Pickup | $70 |
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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. |
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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 | $975 - 1560 |
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| Occupancy | Double, Single - females only |
| Minimum Age | 18 |
| Airport Pickup | $70 |
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Meals / week or Meal Credit 14 meals per week; includes breakfast and dinner daily. Supermarket within a 10 minute walk. Bus stop outside residence with direct lines to downtown and Waikiki. |
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Host family students are responsible for their personal transportation. Most students commute to ELS by bus.
| Price per Session | $1025 |
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| Occupancy | Single |
| Minimum Age | 16 |
| Airport Pickup | $70 |
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Meals / week or Meal Credit 14 meals per week |
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Institutions in the ELS University Conditional Admission Network offer conditional admission to students who are academically admissible based on the student’s academic record and other university and/or departmental and program requirements, but who have not yet demonstrated English proficiency. Your admission is “conditional” based upon satisfying English proficiency through completion of a specified level of the ELS English for Academic Purposes program and any other specific requirements prior to full admission. Once these requirements are fulfilled, you are able to fully matriculate. These requirements will be outlined on your Conditional Letter of Admission, and your selected ELS center will assist you in completing all of the necessary requirements for matriculation.
Additional matriculation requirements may include other required scores, for example, GMAT® or GRE® for graduate programs.
Our ELS University Partners will offer a Conditional Letter of Admission (CLA) detailing the additional requirements needed for matriculation. You and your family can be assured that you have a university placement and ELS registration prior to departing for the USA.
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.
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.
International Student Advisor
Leila was born and raised in Tahiti, French Polynesia. She likes to call Hawaii her second home as she has been living there for 9 years. She has a Master in TESOL from Hawaii Pacific University. She enjoys traveling, learning various cultures and languages, trying new cuisines, hiking, and cinema.
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.
Housing Coordinator
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.
June 18, 2013
ELS is a good place to learn English in Hawaii. You can improve your English at ELS and make many friends. Also, if you want to go university after you finish your English here, ELS is the best choice. ELS offers you to study at Hawaii Pacific University if you finish level 112. This was the main reason for me to come here. I recommend every to come to ELS Honolulu. You will enjoy it here because there are many things to do in Honolulu.
June 18, 2013
ELS is super cool. I had originally planned to study English at ELS Honolulu for three months. However, because I liked the school and the students so much, I stayed four months instead. The school system is great and I improved my English a lot. The two-hour SSP course was the most profitable for me. I learned a lot of useful vocabulary. The grammar was repeated a lot, but in my case it was perfect. Furthermore, the activities were also great; from Hula-lessons, hiking, and dinner, I always had an awesome time. To be honest, I wouldn't change anything if I ever decide to come back to Hawaii.
June 18, 2013
I have been studying at ELS Honolulu for six months. In the period of these six months, I have met many friends who are from different countries and are very nice and friendly. ELS Honolulu is good for studying English because we have a good environment and teachers here. I will leave Hawaii in a couple of months because I will go to study for a master degree on the mainland. I had a lot of fun here!
June 14, 2013
I studied at ELS Honolulu for five months. The reason I studies at ELS is to prepare for studying at Hawaii Pacific University. At first, I was really worried about my English, but my teachers and friends helped me a lot. I found I made a great progress when I graduated from ELS Honolulu. The staff in ELS teaches academic English, and this is helpful for a student who wants to go to a university in the U.S. They teach students and make them improve from listening, speaking, reading, and writing. I gain more confidence to talk to other people. Thank you to all the ELS staff. I really enjoyed my five months there. Mahalo!
June 14, 2013
Hawaii is amazing and so is ELS Honolulu. I enjoyed every single day here and I’m so glad that I chose ELS as a language school. The main reason why I’m so happy with ELS is that you meet students from many different cultures. Other language schools in Hawaii have a high percentage of Swiss students and if I had gone there, I think that I wouldn’t have spoken English that often. One other fact that makes ELS so good are the great motivated teachers and the nice and helpful ELS team. I could really improve my English during the three months I have been here and I’m sure that if I ever study English abroad again, I would choose ELS for sure. I’m very sad that I have to leave soon and I will definitely miss everything!
June 14, 2013
I have been studying at ELS Honolulu for six months. My English has improved a lot. I have met many teachers and friends. I really like the teachers because they are very friendly and kind. ELS has a great English learning system. I enjoy studying with my teachers Cris, Beryl, and Lisa. I also have fun participating in the activities with the student advisor Leila. I recommend ELS to anyone who wants to improve their English and go to university.
January 15, 2013
Hi, I come from Taiwan. This is my first time to study abroad, before I go to HPU, I am glad to study in ELS from level “108”. It helps me establish the confidence about my English capability steadily. After living in Hawaii for 2 months, I feel less nervous to talk with Americans. I also think that it will be a better and helpful decision to study at an English language school for a person who studies abroad for the very first time. They will pay more attention on you and your problems in learning English and going to classes make foreign students preview some information about formal classes in universities. In addition, in Honolulu ELS, they will arrange lots of activities about Hawaiian culture and take students visiting many famous spots. We are studying and playing at the same time and I truly love it!
December 26, 2012
My name is Karl Holm and I am from Sweden. I am in level 112 and this is my fourth session at the ELS center in Hawaii. I really enjoy ELS. The teachers are so enthusiastic so it is easy for me to learn English. My plan is to attend HPU; ELS prepared me well so now I have more confidence to use my English skills. Here you will make many friends from all around the world. I like the location; Hawaii is the world’s paradise with friendly people and great weather. There are a lot of fun activities here with the beach right around the corner.
November 5, 2012
I have been studying at ELS for 5 months. My goal is to go to Hawai'i Pacific University (HPU) and get a nursing degree. I recommend ELS because if I pass the 112, I can go to HPU. All the classes help me improve my English skills, for example, reading, writing essays, grammar, speaking, listening, idioms, vocabulary, note taking, presentation and so on. When I have questions, ELS staff, administrators, and teachers help me. Not only the staff, but my friends also suggested me good ideas, which is very helpful because students here have different cultural backgrounds. I can go swimming at the beach, hiking, and shopping on weekends. I am surrounded by good people, good weather, and I have been enjoying learning English in Hawaii.
May 20, 2013
Students enjoyed marine life exhibits and shows. For some, this excursion was very memorable as it was their first time seeing dolphins, sharks, sea lions, penguins, and turtles!
May 20, 2013
Hawaii has amazing hiking trails for locals and tourists to enjoy. The students spent the morning hiking to the Makapu'u lighthouse. They were rewarded with breathtaking views of the windward side of the island.
April 24, 2013
Hawaii Pacific University organizes this annual event to celebrate its cultural diversity. Our students enjoyed the various exhibits, parades and performances.
March 25, 2013
The Hawaii Heritage Center guided the students through a historical and culinary tour of Chinatown Honolulu. Students visited the Heritage Center's gallery, the Chinese Cultural Plaza, a noodle and candy factory, various Asian markets, a Chinese temple, and a Shinto shrine. It was a very enriching experience!
February 25, 2013
Students enjoyed a 2-hour whale watching tour aboard the Star of Honolulu cruise ship. They spotted a couple of whales in the beautiful waters of Waikiki.
January 31, 2013
Sunset sailing is a very popular activity here! Our students enjoyed a beautiful Hawaiian sunset in famous Waikiki.
January 31, 2013
Students enjoyed, not only decorating their gingerbread cookies, but also eating them afterwards :)
December 21, 2012
The month of November was filled with fun events and activities, such as the HPU Holiday Bazaar, Thanksgiving, and bowling!
December 20, 2012
Students were creative in dressing up for Halloween and great prizes were given to the best costumes.
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