ELS Language Center:
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!
Our ELS Language Center in Portland, Oregon on the West Coast of the US is located on NE Holman St, on the lovely campus of Concordia University (CU), less than 30 minutes away from downtown Portland, by way of the excellent and inexpensive public transportation system. With beautiful parks and spectacular mountain views, Portland is perfect for nature lovers. Portland's 15,000-hectare park system offers a wide choice of outdoor activities including hiking, biking, skiing, kayaking and fishing. Students can enjoy weekend trips to Mt. Hood, the Columbia Gorge, the Oregon beaches, Seattle and Vancouver. Portland has the distinction of being named Money magazine's "Best Big City for 2000".
Portland International Airport is just 4 km outside the city center. Our airport is served by many international airlines. We also provide domestic flights to large US cities including Seattle, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Denver.