Study English & Explore the USA

Learn English with ELS on a university campus and spend your free time having the American adventure of a lifetime!


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Choose ELS Language Centers for an AAAA+ English Study and Travel Experience

 

  • Academic Excellence – over 600 universities in the USA accept ELS level 109 or 112 as proof of English proficiency.
  • American Student Experience – learn on a college or university campus and enjoy access to the campus facilities and a chance to meet local students.
  • Amazing Destinations – study in one of our 11 USA destinations, each filled with unique cultural experiences, landscapes, and tourist attractions.
  • Award Winning English Schools – ELS has won the Study Travel Magazine Star Chain School Award in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and we’re nominated again in 2024!

Discover Our Learning Destinations

California Dreaming

California Dreaming

Study in iconic California with its sunny beaches, Hollywood allure, and tech innovation. Our California centers:

• ELS Los Angeles County at the University of La Verne
• ELS San Francisco, North Bay at Dominican University of California

Midwest Heartland

Midwest Heartland

Feel welcomed by the strong community spirit of our vibrant economic and urban centers in America’s heartland. Our Midwest centers:

• ELS Cincinnati at the University of Cincinnati
• ELS Cleveland at Case Western Reserve University

Historic and Cultural Capitals

Historic and Cultural Capitals

Explore America’s historic roots and dive into the cultural richness in cities that blend modern and traditional. Our historic centers:

• ELS Philadelphia at Saint Joseph’s University
• ELS Chicago at Dominican University
• ELS St. Paul at the University of St. Thomas

Gulf Coast meets Southern Charm

Gulf Coast meets Southern Charm

Sunny beach life blends, rich cultural heritage and vibrant music scenes come together in our friendly and welcoming Gulf Coast destinations:

• ELS Houston at the University of St. Thomas
• ELS Melbourne at Florida Tech
• ELS Nashville at Middle Tennessee State University
• ELS St. Petersburg at Eckerd College

Programs Perfect for a Study Travel Adventure

Combine part-time study with lots of free time for exploration, discovery, and cultural connection.  Deepen your travel experience by improving your English skills in the mornings with ELS.  You’re your afternoons free, live the experience of a lifetime, exploring tourist attractions, amazing local landscapes, and connecting with locals and other students and travelers in your USA study city. 

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Semi-Intensive English 

  • 20 morning lessons per week
  • Afternoons Free for exploration
  • Full access to university facilities at our ELS Host Institutions
  • Homestay, and/or student residence accommodations available
  • Choose your study length: 1 week or more, for as long as you like!
  • F1-student visa eligible for bookings of 4+ weeks

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American Explorer Program 

  • 15 morning lessons per week
  • Afternoons Free for exploration
  • Afternoons Free for exploration
  • Full access to university facilities at our ELS Host Institutions
  • Homestay, and/or student residence accommodations available
  • Choose your study length: 1-12 weeks

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Options for Long-Term Study or University Entry 

Thinking of studying long-term in the USA or eventually entering an American college or university? Explore our intensive English study options and University Admissions Service. We can help you achieve your American study dreams!

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Intensive English

  • 30 lessons per week 
  • Completion of ELS level 109 or 112 is accepted as proof of language proficiency at over 600 higher education institutions throughout the USA
  • Full access to university facilities at our ELS Host Institutions 
  • Homestay, and/or student residence accommodations available
  • Choose your study length: 1 week or more, for as long as you like!
  • F1-student visa eligible for bookings of 4+ weeks

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University Admissions Service 

  • Get ELS support to apply for conditional or direct admission to over 40 priority college and university partner schools. 
  • We’ll help you throughout your journey – from selecting the right university, to completing your application, and meeting the English requirements for admission. 
  • Enjoy an easy transition to USA higher education – with ELS English centers located right on American college and university campuses, you’ll be integrated into American student life from day one!

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