Host:
Seattle University
Contact:
Tamara Jeu, Center Director Tel: 206-623-1481 Fax: 206-623-7452 718 12th Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-5366 USA
Established:
1973 
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ELS Language Centers/Seattle
DescriptionELS Language Centers offers a group-intensive course that is divided into 12 levels, from beginning to highly advanced. Each level takes four weeks to complete. There are two basic programs: Intensive English = 30 hours/week; Semi-Intensive English = 20 hours/week; TOEFL Preparation = 6 hours/week. Electives include Multi-Media Language Lab, Business English, Current Events and Idiomatic English.
Four-week sessions start every month throughout the year. A calendar of start dates may be found on our website at www.els.edu. LocationSeattle enjoys an enviable reputation as one of America's "most livable" cities. Against the backdrop of majestic Mt. Rainier and the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, the "Emerald City" offers a diverse and exciting mix of cultures, arts, sports and cuisine. The YMCA provides an indoor pool, full-size basketball court, ping pong tables, state of the art fitness equiment, cardio kickboxing classes, yoga, pilates, and karate classes to students. The city is surrounded by some of America's most beautiful natural attractions, with opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, rafting, skiing and other outdoor activities. Get an aerial view of Puget Sound and downtown from the top of Seattle's landmark Space Needle. Spend a weekend in nearby Portland, Oregon, or the mountain village of Leavensworth, Washington - or explore the magnificent Pacific Coast. Visit the Boeing Airplane Factory and Museum of Flight. Take in a major league game and cheer for Seattle's professional baseball, basketball, football or hockey teams. Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:Our minimum hours required per week is 15 American Explore ACP Program.
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 12
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 3
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 3
Also 3 Masters levels
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 30
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Four weeks.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 0%
Asia: 0%
Europe: 0%
Latin America: 0%
Middle East: 0%
Average Enrollments:
February: 140
July: 185
October: 169
FeesFees based on a session length of 4 weeks. Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information. Included means that this service is provided at no extra charge.
Optional Fees:
Notes on Fees:
Proprietary ELS textbooks, authored by the most respected authors in the field and available only to ELS students, are included in program tuition at Levels 101-109. Students at Levels 110-112 use authentic college-level English materials.
Also included is standardized level completion testing developed in cooperation with The Chauncy Group InternationalTM, a subsidiary of the Educational Testing Service® (ETS). These tests accurately measure a student's abilities upon completing each ELS level. ETS is the maker of SAT, GMAT, TOEFL, TOEIC and other standardized tests. Student ServicesBefore applying to ELS Language Centers, students can contact a local counseling agent in their city/country by going to www.els.edu. Upon arrival, students will have access to the Center's international student advising team for counseling services. The advising team provides a wide range of services that include airport pickup, assistance with housing, cultural orientation, help with immigration matters, college admissions counseling, and sponsorship of a variety of social and recreational activities. Educational Service OpportunitiesNearly 600 colleges, universities and career schools in the U.S. accept completion of the ELS Intensive English program in place of the TOEFL. University placement services are provided, and students may earn university credit based on their ELS study upon enrolling at select partner institutions. A listing of ELS partner schools is available at www.els.edu. Application InformationApplication must be accompanied by certification that sufficient funds will be available to meet both living expenses and tuition expenses. Prospective students may apply on-line at www.els.edu. |
