About This Center

The ELS English Language Center in Cincinnati is located on the campus of the University of Cincinnati. The UC campus is within walking distance of housing, a variety of restaurants, shopping plazas, and public transportation. Students taking English courses in Cincinnati are only a five-minute bus ride to the heart of downtown. Students can attend sporting events, visit museums, or take pleasant walks through Cincinnati’s captivating parks.

Minimum Age: 18

Learn English at The University of Cincinnati

IELTS Testing Available

This location is an IELTS testing center and offers computer-based testing. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is recognized by more than 10,000 institutions in over 140 countries. Thousands of universities accept the IELTS as proof of English proficiency as an admissions requirement.

Learn more or book an IELTS test

English Language Center Cincinnati, Ohio

Housing Options

Student Residence (on campus)

University of Cincinnati Campus Residences offer apartment‐style living with on‐campus convenience.

In‐suite amenities include:

Singles

• 2‐person singles/1‐bath studios with refrigerator/freezer and countertop microwave oven
• 4‐person, 4‐bedroom singles/2‐bath with refrigerator/freezer and cooktop/oven combination

*Limited availability

Doubles

• 2‐person double/1‐bath studio with refrigerator/freezer and cooktop/oven combination

Building amenities include:

• Hall study lounge
• Recreation equipment
• Keyless entry
• Elevators
• Multiple laundry rooms with state-of-the-art technology
• Hard‐wire and wireless internet connections in all rooms

Cost per Week: $385

Occupancy: Single and double

Meal Credits: No meals included

Minimum Age: 18

Homestay

ELS Cincinnati has a well-established homestay program to accommodate students’ interests and needs. Living with a homestay family allows students to immerse themselves in American culture and practice their English skills daily. Homestay families provide a warm, welcoming environment. Homes are a bus ride away from the center and located near attractions and events throughout the city. They’re in safe residential neighborhoods that are easily accessible to campus by a shuttle or bus.

Cost per Week: $320

Occupancy: Single

Meal Credits: 14 meals per week

Minimum Age: 18