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Washington Academy of Languages, Seattle:
The Washington Academy of Languages is located in the vibrant heart of downtown Seattle near the beautiful waterfront. Parks, the downtown Art Museum, Benaroya Symphony, boutiques, art galleries, major shopping and tourist sites are nearby. Since 1979, WAL has been teaching language and culture to the world's people. We are proud to watch our students go on to experience their dreams. We invite you to join WAL and enjoy the friendly people and beauty of Seattle! WAL is authorized to issue the Form I-20 which is used to obtain the F-1 student visa.

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Photo of English Courses in Seattle, WashingtonWe offer intensive, part-time and custom English classes. WAL also offers courses in many world languages including Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.

Intensive English
The Intensive English Program helps you improve your English quickly for college or university entrance, business or travel. WAL issues the form I-20 for international students who will apply for a F-1 student visa. Teachers and advisors help you while you are at WAL. You will study with one teacher for five weeks. Your teacher gets to know you well and helps you focus on the areas that you need to improve.

Part-Time English
Individual students who wish to study part-time have two choices: Listening and Speaking or Reading and Writing. 

Custom Programs
WAL can design a special English program for you or your group. Custom classes are planned with your needs and objectives in mind. WAL has the materials and instructional staff to provide you with an outstanding experience! Choose the number of hours you want to study and the dates of your study and we will design a program just for you.

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Address: 521 Wall Street, Seattle, Washington 98121, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2025-08-30 were from:

GUASAVE, Mexico; Seattle, WA; renton, WA; Tacoma; Dushanbe, Tajikistan; and more.
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The English Language Institute at Notre Dame of Maryland University
Courses / Programs
• Study English in a Top U.S. University with affordable fees!

• The ELI is located on the beautiful, 58-acre campus of Notre Dame of Maryland University in one of Baltimore's most prestigious and secure neighborhoods (Baltimore is a major cosmopolitan city on the East Coast of the U.S).

• The ELI provides an intensive English program (IEP) for non-native English speakers & international students who want to improve their English language skills in a quality university setting.

• In 8-week sessions, students at all levels study writing, grammar, reading, listening and speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, TOEFL preparation & American culture. 

• In each session, there are 20-25 different countries represented. This diversity makes English proficiency a necessity and motivates study & language acquisition. 

• The ELI is also a test center site for the Institutional TOEFL exam, so students can sit for the exam on-campus during and after the completion of their studies.

• After attending the ELI, many of our students move on to undergraduate studies, graduate studies, and careers.

"ELI has the most effective course available to help improve my English. I recommend this school as the best English language institute in the east."
- Hong Joo, South Korea

"I spent 6 months in ELI and it was a really good experience. I got to know wonderful people from all over the world which I still have contact with. The program is very well built to learn and/or improve your English..
- Mark, Switzerland
Intensive English Language Program:

• Duration: 8 weeks - full-time & part-time

• Levels: High Beginner to Advanced Levels


Modules / Course Units include:
• Listening & Speaking

• Vocabulary

• Pronunciation

• Grammar

• Reading & Discussion

• Writing

Further English Courses:
• TOEFL iBT Test Preparation (Intensive, 5-week course)

• Summer English Classes (full-time & part-time)
International Language Institute, Washington DC
Courses / Programs
• With two schools in Washington D.C. and Gaithersburg, Maryland, International Language Institute (ILI) is an English language school offering a wide variety of ESL programs to non-native English-speaking students living locally, and international students from around the world.

• Study options range from our intensive day program with 25 hours per week and 12 different levels to customized private lessons with your own private English tutor.

• Since 1970, ILI has taught English to thousands of students from all parts of the globe. ILI has become known for its excellent teachers and friendly atmosphere in our two schools in the Washington, D.C. area.

• All of our programs are accredited by ACCET, the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. ILI is licensed by the DC Educational Licensure Commission and is a member of AAIEP (American Association of Intensive English Programs).

Student Testimonial:
"The classes were challenging and the teachers were very helpful. I loved the after school activities! Today the only thing that I can say is thank you to the people that made this an unforgettable experience."
- Nicolas, Colombia
English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs:

• 12 levels of Intensive English (ESL) - 25 hours per week
• 6 levels of Semi-Intensive English
• Private English lessons
• Evening English classes
• Evening TOEFL Preparation
• Weekend (Saturday) English lessons
• Intensive TOEFL Exam Preparation 
• Preparation for Standardized Educational and Professional Testing. Test preparation courses include GRE, GED, GMAT, SAT, LSAT, TOEFL, TOEIC and others.
• Business / Corporate English
• Homestay Program
ABC Languages - Bronx, Westchester County NY & Southern CT
Courses / Programs
• Do you need to improve your English language skills? If you live in The Bronx, Westchester County NY or Southern Connecticut, you can take private or semi-private English lessons with ABC Languages.

• Our qualified and highly-experienced ESL tutors can design a curriculum that will help you to meet your specific goals. Improve your job opportunities or simply make communicating in English in your everyday life easier!

• Private lessons mean you can learn at your own pace and according to your own schedule.

• Choose to meet your English language teacher from once a week to every day. It's entirely up to you! One-on-one / small group English lessons can take place at your home, office or agreed location.

Locations for private lessons include:

• The Bronx, NYC

• Westchester County NY
Ardsley, Bedford, Bedford Hills, Bethel, Briarcliff Manor, Bronxville, Brookfield, Cortlandt, Croton-on Hudson, Darien, Dobbs Ferry, Eastchester, Elmsford, Greenwich, Harrison, Hastings-on Hudson, Irvington, Katonah, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Montrose, Mount Kisco, Mount Pleasant, Mount Vernon, New Canaan, New Rochelle, Newtown, North Salem, Ossining, Peekskill, Pelham Manor, Pleasantville, Pound Ridge, Purchase, Redding, Rye Brook, Scarsdale, Shelton, Sleepy Hollow, Southport, Stratford, Tarrytown, Tuckahoe, Weston, Wilton, Yonkers, Yorktown, White Plains..

• Fairfield County CT
Bridgeport, Danbury, Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Newtown, Norwalk, Southport, Stamford.. (Contact us about your city or area)
Private / Semi-Private English Language Lessons:
• Private & Semi-Private English classes for adults: Basic English for beginners; Intermediate-level English classes; Advanced English lessons

• Preparation for TOEFL, TOEIC exams

• Private / Semi-Private ESL tutoring for K-12 students

• Corporate English training for business professionals & organizations

Online English Classes via Zoom / Skype for students & families

Foreign / Second Language Classes:
• Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, German, Russian, Polish, Greek, Arabic, Farsi, Hindi, Vietnamese, Korean..
New York Language Center, Bronx
Courses / Programs
• Conveniently situated in the heart of the central shopping district in The Bronx, New York Language Center (NYLC) provides full-time and part-time English language courses to students from around the globe.

• Our Private English lessons, Weekend English classes, and Part-time Day & Evening English programs are designed for beginner to advanced level students, and taught by experienced professionals.

• With decades of years of experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), we feel we are the best place in New York for learning English.

• Whether you're looking for a rich cultural experience or superior language education, you'll find both in the exciting environment of NYLC. Transportation to any of our branches via subway or bus is safe, quick, and efficient.

• Our Bronx branch, which is located in the heart of the Bronx's central shopping district, is easy to reach by public transportation and major highways. The school is in a modern, comfortable facility with its own student lounge.

• NYLC also has accredited English schools in Midtown Manhattan, the Upper West Side, and Jackson Heights (Queens).
English Language Courses for Adults:
Beginner to Advanced Levels

• Private / One-to-one English Lessons:

- Can be arranged to accommodate individuals with limited schedules or specific needs.

• Weekend English Classes:

- 10-week course - 4 hours per week on Saturday.

Everyday English Program - 8 hours per week.

• Part-time English Programs:

- Evening English Classes: 6 weeks / 8 hours per week

- Daytime English Classes: 5 weeks / 10 hours per week

Specialized English Courses on request:
• TOEFL / Pre-TOEFL Exam preparation
• Business English
Kaplan International Chicago
Courses / Programs
• Learn English in Downtown Chicago on the 'Magnificent Mile' with Kaplan International.

• Our Chicago school offers a comprehensive range of language courses to those who want to improve their English quickly and effectively, and both welcome students of all English levels.

• Kaplan International has over 40 years of experience in providing first-class international education with consistently high standards of teaching and student care.

• Join our English school in Chicago and begin your journey to personal, academic and career success.

• Significantly improve your language skills while learning English in Chicago with Kaplan International and return home with memories to last a lifetime.

• Learn English in Chicago with first-class teachers in excellent learning facilities and advance your academic and professional career. Kaplan International's English school in Chicago is accredited by ACCET.

• Citizens of 75 countries attended our Chicago ESL school last year.

Student Review:
"I describe my Kaplan Experience like one of the best things in my life. I met great people and excellent teachers. You can learn about different cultures too, it is amazing!”
- Ana Maria, Colombia
Quality English Language Courses:
• General English classes (beginner to advanced levels)
• General English Academic Semester/Year option
• Intensive English
• Intensive English Academic Semester/Year option
• Vacation English
• TOEFL and Academic English

Graduate Exam Preparation Programs:
• GMAT Test preparation
• GRE Exam preparation
Southern States University, San Diego & Orange County
Courses / Programs
Southern States University is the most affordable accredited university in the U.S. With campuses in desirable locations in Southern California, we provide intensive English language programs and TOEFL Exam Preparation to students from around the world.

Established in 1983, SSU has two campuses in San Diego (Fashion Valley & La Jolla), and one campus in Newport Beach (just south of Irvine CA, 45 minutes from Downtown Los Angeles). As well as our English courses, we also provide Business Administration Degree programs (BBA and MBA) for local and international students.

SSU can customize a program for our non native-speaking English students that includes Degree program classes plus intensive English study to adequately prepare you to succeed with your Degree studies.

SSU's mission is to offer competitive and professionally-recognized academic degree and certificate programs, to serve a culturally diverse student community, and to facilitate international awareness amongst our students.
Intensive English Course for International Students:
- 18 Hours per week
- 3 hours core and 1.5 hour topic class per day
- Monday through Thursday
- Available mornings, afternoons and evenings

TOEFL English Exam Preparation:
- 18 Hours per week
- 3 hours TOEFL and 1.5 hour topic class per day
- Monday through Thursday
- Available mornings

Business Degree Courses:
- Business of Business Administration (BBA) Degree (4 years)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program (2 years)

(Business courses can be taken alongide English programs)