Host:
Barry University
Contact:
Ms. Peggy Street, Director Tel: 305-899-3390 Fax: 305-892-2229 11300 NE 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33161-6695 USA
Established:
1988 
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ELS Language Centers/Miami Shores
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. LocationLocated in a quiet suburb of Miami, our 90-acre campus is a twenty-minute ride from downtown Miami. Orlando and Key West are just a half day away. Facilities include a performing arts center, a full television and radio studio, a sports center, swimming pool, modern science laboratories, computer lab, and a student center. Founded in 1940, this Catholic international university is dedicated to offering students quality academics within a caring environment. Barry University offers 50 undergraduate programs including a bachelor's degree in International Business that requires students to complete two internships: one in the U.S. and one abroad. Area attractions include: world-famous Miami Beach, the South Beach Art Deco district, Coconut Grove-the area's artistic district. Miami is home to the Miami Heat, Florida Panthers, Marlins, and Miami Dolphins professional sports teams as well as home to Jai Alai. Enjoy outdoor activities like deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, jet skiing, water skiing, boating, and windsurfing. Visit nearby Bayside Market Place, Miami Seaquarium, Metrozoo, Parrot Jungle, and the Theatre of the Performing Arts.
Teaching QualificationsAll teachers receive frequent in-service training in special ESL techniques for Academic purposes, TOEFL and other areas of immediate concern.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:
Special 5 week evening program for local community. Also ELS Language Centers/Miami offers 2 hour afternoon Business English class. Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Average Class Size: 10
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: 45
July: 60
October: 45
FacilitiesELS/Miami is located on the campus of Barry University. All students may take advantage of the full campus facilities including a brand new gym and weight training room, frequent free exercise classes, a full computer lab with free internet access, as well as many chances to interact with Barry University students during the regular academic school year. Barry University provides a peaceful environment away from the hustle and bustle of the city of Miami. Students can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, and play soccer, volleyball and tennis any month of the year.
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: $1150
Homestay: $880
Housing on campus is shared occupancy in a typical university dorm. Students usually have a hall bathroom shared by all other students on the floor. Dorm rooms are very limited so early reservations are required. Homestay is a wonderful alternative. Housing is in the immediate neighborhood as well as a bus ride away. Students have a single room. Breakfast and dinner is provided by the host. Students may have lunch on the campus. 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. |
