Contact - English Schools in Portland, Oregon

1. Kaplan International Portland

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• Learn English in Portland OR with Kaplan International, an ACCET-accredited English school.

• Conveniently situated in Downtown Portland's Pearl District, Kaplan International provides a wide range of English language programs to students from around the globe.

• Study options include general and intensive English, academic year and semester courses, exam preparation courses, and accommodation options for students of all language levels to boost their professional and academic careers.

• Kaplan International Portland is accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training). Citizens from 40 different countries attended our Portland ESL school last year.

Student Review:
"My English has definitely improved. After studying in Kaplan, I don't hesitate to speak English and I feel more comfortable."
- Sangjun, South Korea

Quality English Language Courses:
Beginner to advanced levels

• Intensive English

• General English

• Vacation English

• Academic Year and Semester Courses

• TOEFL Test Preparation

• GRE Exam Preparation for International Students

• GMAT Exam Preparation for International Students

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TOEFL Preparation

2. Portland State University - Intensive English Language Program

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Portland State University is Oregon's largest university, offering more than 120 areas of study. Over 24,000 students attend PSU, including over 1000 international students from 90+ countries.

Founded in 1964, the Intensive English Language Program (IELP) at Portland State University is one of the oldest university-based ESL programs in the western USA.

Each term between 150 - 225 students, from over 20 countries, attend the IELP. The IELP helps students improve English and prepare for university level coursework, as well as for personal, business, travel, or general purposes.

PSU is located in the heart of beautiful downtown Portland, a scenic, green, clean, and safe city, with a population of 1.8 million people.

Students can easily walk or take public transportation everywhere. No TOEFL score is needed for admission to the IELP or for admission to PSU.

5-level program (beginner to advanced). Fall, Winter & Spring term courses (11 weeks), and in Summer (8 weeks).

Speaking/Listening, Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Elective. Special Interest courses such as TOEFL prep, American Life, pronunciation, vocabulary building, presentation skills, English for Business, customized English programs

3. Lewis & Clark College

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Lewis & Clark is a private nationally regarded liberal arts institution of higher education. It is known for its global outlook, close student-faculty relationship, and service to the community; it is proud of its distinguished teachers, performers, researchers and alumni. We are located in Portland, Oregon, on the west Coast of the US. Our Academic English Studies (AES) program offers full-time (18-20 hours per week) English instruction for low-intermediate through advanced English language students.

Students come to Lewis & Clark from all kinds of backgrounds, but they have one thing in common: they're among the best, brightest, most intellectually curious young people in the world. International students are a vital part of our community and add to Lewis & Clark's distinctive international character. We welcome the diversity that students with international backgrounds bring to our campus.

Intensive English (ESL) Program. The program offers full-time (18-20 hours per week) instruction for low-intermediate through advanced English language students.The curriculum is designed to assist students in the development of essential language skills, appropriate learning strategies, and the cross-cultural awareness and sensitivities considered necessary for successful completion of their undergraduate or graduate studies.

4. ELS Language Centers, Portland

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Over the past 45 years ELS has helped hundreds of thousands of students meet their study goals in the US, while providing them with a unique American experience. Programs are offered for students who wish to attend a college or university in the US, need English to advance in a career, or simply want to improve their English. With over 50 locations across the US, most on university campuses, ELS gives you the choice of the study environment and program that is perfect for you!

At our Center in Portland, Oregon on the magnificent West Coast of the US, away from the hectic and noise of other cities, we pride on our dedication to teaching English. Our English programs are structured to accelerate your learning with optimal time in the classroom. These programs help students significantly improve their English skills and fully prepare for university study in the USA.

Intensive English Program; Semi-Intensive English Program with practice in all key language skills: speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading and writing; American Explorer Program for people taking a short vacation in the USA and who would like to include some English classes.

5. Portland English Language Academy

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The Portland English Language Academy (PELA) provides high-quality English language instruction tailored to the diverse needs of students from multiple cultural backgrounds.

Students will have opportunities to explore, discover, and learn English in all its uses, building the skills needed to communicate effectively. We teach living English as it is used in a changing world.

PELA is located in the Lloyd District in Northeast Portland, close to shopping and dining!

Learn English quickly in our English Language Programs!

• Intensive or Semi-Intensive English
• Intensive or Semi-Intensive TOEFL
• Intensive or Semi-Intensive IELTS
• TOEIC & IELTS Test Preparation Classes, too!