Estimate includes tuition and housing costs ONLY. An additional Materials & Technology fee will be required for each session of study. All prices are listed in US Dollars the local currency of the ELS Center. Program & housing availability as well as cost are subject to change.
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ELS/New Haven is located at the University of New Haven in West Haven, Connecticut. Known as a national educational and cultural hub, nearby New Haven is home to six colleges and universities, including Yale University. Close by are free music concerts and arts festivals at the New Haven Green. New York City and Boston are within easy reach.
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2013 Cost Per Session
$1350 USD
Premiere Hotel(Student Residence (Off Campus))
Shared double occupancy suites offered in the off-campus Premiere Hotel and Suites. Rooms include two beds, two dressers, desks, lamps, two closets, cable TV, high speed wired Internet, full kitchens, and a sofa. Also included is daily hot buffet breakfast and dinner from Monday - Thursday. Rooms are cleaned once a week. Linens, pots, pans, glasses, silverware and dishware are all included. There is also a fitness center and a business center on the premises. A complimentary van will drive the students directly to ELS on the first day of the session.
Note: When Premiere Hotel is full, student residence is in double rooms at La Quinta Inn.
Price per Session
$1170
Occupancy
Double
Minimum Age
18
Airport Pickup
$195 - 200
Meals / week or Meal Credit
11 meals per week
La Quinta Inn (Overflow)(Student Residence (Off Campus))
The rooms are double accommodations and are not suites. A complimentary van will drive the students directly to ELS on the first day of the session.
Price per Session
$1170
Occupancy
Double - Overflow housing.
Minimum Age
18
Airport Pickup
$195 - 200
Meals / week or Meal Credit
$160 "dining dollars" that can be used on campus only
Homestays in the area(Homestay)
Many homestays are located in West Haven near campus; some are conveniently located in New Haven and other communities near campus.
Homestay students are responsible for their personal transportation. Most students take a short bus ride to the center, although there are a few within walking distance. No placement will be more than one-hour travel from the Center.
Price per Session
$915
Occupancy
Single
Minimum Age
17
Airport Pickup
$195 - 200
Meals / week or Meal Credit
14 meals per week
Baseball field
Computer center
Climbing wall
Gymnasium
Bowling alley(s)
Ping pong
Planetarium
Roller skating rink
Running track
Snack bar
Soccer field
Swimming pool (indoor)
Golf course nearby (fee)
Tennis court(s)
Ice skating rink
Language Technology Center (LTC)
Horseback riding
Kayaking
Movie theater
Music practice room(s)
Health center
Basketball court(s)
Library
Billiards (pool)
Swimming pool (outdoor)
Racquetball/squash Courts
Volleyball court(s)
Fitness Center
Fitness Classes
Cafeteria
Meet the Staff
Jim Minor
Center Director
Jim has over 15 years experience in English language assessment, curriculum development and instruction. Since receiving his MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from the University of Texas in 1991, he has taught in universities, community colleges, adult education centers, and corporate settings. For 10 years, Mr. Minor directed ESL programs at university and community college levels, developing and implementing both community-based and academic curricula. In addition to authoring numerous publications (including his most recent self-study textbook, Ingles Curso Completo; Random House, 2008), Mr. Minor has often presented at professional conferences at both the state and national levels. Jim understands the challenges of learning a new language and adapting to a new culture, having lived in Europe and the Middle East. His greatest source of pride, however, is his family, with whom he enjoys music, movies, The Office, and just about anything active.
Stephanie Owens
Academic Director
Stephanie has been working at ELS since April 2009, first as a teacher and now as the Academic Director. She began her teaching career as a Fulbright fellow in Temuco, Chile and finds great joy in education. Since beginning at ELS, she has earned her CELTA certification in Istanbul, presented at the 2011 ConnTESOL conference, and won the ELS Award for Excellence in Teaching. In her free time, she enjoys reading, quilting, dancing and using power tools. She plans to complete her MA TESOL from Adelphi University in 2014.
Kaitlyn Marusa
International Student Advisor
Kate graduated from Boston University with a BA in Psychology. She studied abroad in Padova, Italy and also lived in Siracusa, Sicily. She received her CELTA certification and began teaching at ELS in October 2008. After a year of teaching, Kate became the ISA at ELS. She loves to share her passion for learning languages and cultures with her students. In addition to studying languages, Kate loves to cook and travel!
Kahlema Calaway
Registrar
My name is Asauntewa "Kahlema" Calaway. I am the Registrar at ELS New Haven. I am the loving mother of two wonderful daughters. I grew up in Brooklyn, New York. Brooklyn is commonly referred to as one big melting pot. I feel fortunate to have been provided with the opportunity of being a member of a community that has a very diverse and mixed group of cultures and ethnicities. Growing up in Brooklyn has enhanced my knowledge of various roots and cultures from all around the world. I love learning and participating in multi-cultural activities. I find myself trying to cook meals that are traditional to other parts of the world. I raise and encourage my children to set their sights beyond their physical boundaries and explore the world. I am proud to say that I am a member of the ELS New Haven team. It's almost like finding myself at "home sweet home" again!
Joseph Fitzpatrick
Activities Coordinator
Joe has been working for ELS since 2009 as a teacher and, currently, as the Activities Coordinator. He has an MS in Education from the University of New Haven and prides himself in helping students experience new areas of cultural enrichment. He hopes that students recognize that they can continue their learning outside of the classroom by experiencing the culture behind the language in activities that are interactive with native speakers and with their fellow students.
Antonio Costa Sanchez, Mexico
March 22, 2010
I am so excited and glad to study at ELS Language Centers. In my personal opinion, I think that ELS has given me the opportunity to improve and learn my English in a very interesting way. Furthermore, throughout these months that I have been studying at ELS, I have noticed that my English language is getting better everyday. On the other hand, I feel very grateful to the teachers because they have helped me to dominate and comprehend the English language in a very satisfactory way. I will feel sad when I have to leave ELS. Finally, I think that this a great experience for you if you want to study English in another country.
Maipai Suriyaprasit
March 18, 2010
I took a long time to find a good English school in the USA until I found ELS school on the internet. Many students on the internet said, "ELS is a good school." I immediately did not believe until I studied here, I realized ELS was not just good but this is the best school. I can improve my English skills in the short time. Never do I feel bored one day. The great teachers at ELS not only teach us the language but they are also familiar with students that make me fall for ELS. If you don't believe me, be a member of the ELS family. I promise you will feel like me.
Minh Nguyen, Vietnam
March 12, 2010
I am so happy that I could study at ELS. Teachers at ELS are very good and nice. They helped me improve my English and figure out many problems in my American life. I will be happy to introduce my Vietnamese friends to ELS to come here and study English. Thanks ELS for everything.
- Minh Nguyen
Mazen Alghamdi
March 12, 2010
ELS has been one of the best experiencs of my life, teachers are always friendly with the students. Also, they try to help you out with your individual needs. Moreover, ELS is not just a school, it's a special experience about a great relationship between students and teachers. ELS helps me a lot since I have been in the US. The teachers know how to improve your English and they even do things with you together so you learn a lot about American culture and way of life. It's an experience that everybody should have.
- Mazen Alghamdi
Seung hwan Oh
March 12, 2010
When I came to ELS, I was so nervous, but it was just an alarm. Now I have many friends. I'm really glad to meet them, because they are from another country and they're my teachers in US Of course, learning English isn't easy, but I never give up. If you do, you would not become your dreams.
Yi-Chu Lu
September 24, 2009
Earning English in ELS not is an experience about studying English correctly, but also is a special experience about a wonderful relationship between students and teachers. Even though your ability of English is so small at the beginning, your heart will be as big as your English which you will have learned after studying in ELS. And that is what I learned from them.
Kongsin Kitprasan, Thailand
September 24, 2009
When I have been studying here, I told myself that this is the correct school that I choose before going to the USA Teachers here are so nice and have very good teaching technique. I have improved a lot after three sessions. The words that can definitely describe ELS school are “this is the best for everyone who want to improve themselves.
Mohammed Al-Qahtani, Qatar
September 24, 2009
My name is Mihammed Al-Qahtani. I’m from Qatar. I came to ELS to learn English language then to join the University of New Haven. I have had a good time with my new friends who I have met at ELS. I am really happy with them. I have friends from different countries such as Korea, Japan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia. In summary, when you want to learn English I recommend that you join us!
Nasser Al-Akili, Saudi Arabia
August 10, 2009
ELS gives me a great chance to meet wonderful friends who come from all over the world. It is not only an English teaching center – it’s a place that we can share dreams, ideas, cultures and information rather than just teaching materials.
Maria Rossi Franchi, Italy
August 10, 2009
I can say without doubt that being at ELS has been one of the most exciting experiences of my life. I came here for just one month and I couldn’t avoid coming back again – being here, in this little Babel where everyone can speak with people from different cultures and histories is great! All the teachers are always open-hearted and you feel comfortable asking them for help. My English is getting better every day. That’s thanks to all the people that I met at ELS, the teachers, the students, and every single person who works here.
Jian Huei (James) Li
May 15, 2009
I have been at ELS Language Centers in New Haven for a couple months. Here, I don’t need to worry or be embarrassed about my English because the teachers are always patient with the students. They are also enthusiastic! No matter how easy or difficult the question is, they will find out the answer for you. In addition, ELS will direct students who want to apply to a university for a college or masters degree and help the student choose the school which is suitable for him or her. I also like that there is a variety of students from other countries. It lets you forget about felling homesick or lonely and that is awesome! All in all, I found my niche at ELS New Haven. How about you?
- Jian Huei Li
Chih-Li (Jerry) Liu
May 15, 2009
Three months ago, students like me still struggled to speak complete sentences to introduce themselves. Now we have the ability to stand in front of a class and explain our ideas on subjects like bio-fuel or green consumption. For me, ELS Language Centers is the place where people have a chance to face themselves honestly. Here they tailor the classes to your individual needs. The teachers here are like bright stars in the sky that will lead you to cross the grammar swamp, pass through the dark forest of listening, and climb up the mountain of vocabulary. Then you can tell other people, proud and loud, at ELS I’m not only studying English, I am speaking English.
- Chih-Li Liu
Yaser Al-Zahrani
May 15, 2009
In the first day at ELS I was worried that I wouldn’t get comfortable, but day after day I discovered that ELS is not just a school. It is my other home. I found my new family and my new lovely friends.
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