Host:
University of La Verne
Contact:
Ms. Sandra Adams, Center Director Tel: 909-593-5555 Fax: 909-596-5516 1950 Third Street La Verne, CA 91750 USA
Established:
1993 
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ELS Language Centers/La Verne
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. Electives include TOEFL Preparation, 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. LocationLa Verne is a lovely, safe and small city of 31,000, just 55 kilometers east of Los Angeles, and adjacent to the city of Pomona. The University of La Verne (ULV)campus surrounds the downtown area of La Verne. Students can walk across the street from campus classrooms to have coffee or a meal in the town. La Verne is a residential community where students will enjoy a friendly small town atmosphere.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:
Students in Level 110 or higher can audit (no credit) university classes for a fee. ELS Language Centers offers TOEFL Preparation. 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: No
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: 40
July: 85
October: 65
FacilitiesTuition includes acess to all University of La Verne facilities including library, computer labs, fitness center, weight room, swimming pool, basketball and tennis courts, and student events-many of them free with the ULV id provides to ELS students.
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. AccommodationsDormitory: $700-960
Homestay: $820
On Campus Dormitory (double occupancy): Dorms feature shared room and bath and central living room and kitchenette on each floor. Each room includes: two twin beds, two desks, two dressers, and two closets. Students live with American college students. The dorms are located just 2 minutes to classes. Meal plans are available. Sheraton Student Residence Hall (double occupancy). The Sheraton Fairplex Suites is located just 5 minutes from the center by car. Transportation to/from the center is provided daily. Each room includes two full beds, separate living area with microwave, coffeemaker, sink, and mini refrigerator, two televisions, desk and chair, and sofa. American Homestay includes 14 meals. Homestay provides students with a private room. Meals include self serve breakfast and sit down dinner with host. Families within a 45 minute bus, bike, or walk to the center. 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. TransportationBuses, taxis, trains, and metrorail are all available. Airport pick up service can be arranged from either Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Ontario Airport. 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. |
