ELS LANGUAGE CENTER
HOUSTON, TEXAS

  • University of St. Thomas - Houston

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  • Location

    2990 Richmond Avenue, Suite 600
    Houston, Texas, United States 77098

  • IELTS Testing Center

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About This Center

Students get a real glimpse of Southern charm and hospitality when they take English classes in Houston. America’s fourth-largest city, Houston is a cosmopolitan melting pot known for its cultural diversity. It’s filled with world-class dining – including many award-winning restaurants – plus art, shopping, and a museum district.

ELS/Houston is located close to the beautiful University of St. Thomas – Houston campus. It borders the museum district. Students can enjoy weekend visits to the NASA Space Center, sun-drenched Gulf of Mexico beaches, and more.

Minimum Age: 16

Learn English in Houston

ELS Houston is situated close to the University of St. Thomas - Houston. While not located on the campus, ELS students do enjoy access to campus facilities, including athletic, library, and dining facilities. ELS students obtain student ID cards for the university, allowing them to easily access the facilities.

Upon successful completion of ELS Level 112, you will fulfill the English language entry requirement for conditional admission to the University of St. Thomas, as well as additional nearby partner colleges and universities.

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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

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ELS Houston Facilities

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  • Basketball court
  • Cafeteria
  • Center is handicapped accessible
  • Classrooms are handicapped accessible
  • Computer lab
  • Fitness center
  • Free parking at center
  • Gymnasium
  • Library
  • Music practice rooms
  • Racquetball/Squash court
  • Soccer field
  • Swimming pool (outdoor)
  • Tennis court
  • Wi-Fi

English Language Center Houston, Texas

Housing Options

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Homestay

Students are placed in single occupancy rooms and might share a bathroom. Travel time to and from homestays varies, but it usually takes between 30 and 60 minutes via Houston’s metro bus system. Homestay students are responsible for their own transportation.

Cost per Week: $350 (for arrivals in 2023) | $370 (for arrivals in 2024)

Occupancy: Single

Meal Credits: 14 meals per week

Minimum Age: 18

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Student Residence (off campus)

Houston Student Residence is in the safe neighborhood of Braeswood/Rice University/Texas Medical Center in an apartment complex that is a short 15–20 minute commute via Metro Bus. The bus stop is located directly in front of the apartment complex. Students enjoy an apartment community surrounded by lush, landscaped courtyards and resort-style amenities. Dining and entertainment are located close by, including the Galeria, which is the fourth largest shopping mall in the U.S.

Amenities include:

  • Four lounging swimming pools
  • Poolside Wi-Fi
  • Two-level fitness center
  • Coffee lounge with Wi-Fi
  • Business center

Cost per Week: $290

Occupancy: Double

Meal Credits: Meals not included

Minimum Age: 18

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Great Things to See and Do in Houston

 

NASA Johnson Space Center: Learn about NASA’s manned space flight program through exhibits, presentations, and hands-on activities.

Moody Gardens: Visit one of the largest aquariums in the world, observe tropical animals and plants, and learn from science-focused exhibits.

Galveston Beaches: Enjoy the beautiful, scenic shoreline of Galveston Island.

English Classes and Courses in Houston

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INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM HOUSTON

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AMERICAN EXPLORER HOUSTON

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SEMI-INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM HOUSTON

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BUSINESS ENGLISH HOUSTON

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TESTING AND TESTING PREPARATORY COURSES HOUSTON

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