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Portland English Language Academy:
The Portland English Language Academy (PELA) provides high-quality English language instruction tailored to the diverse language needs of students from multiple cultural backgrounds. We provide opportunities for students to explore, discover, and learn English in all its uses, building the skills it takes to communicate effectively. We teach living English as it is actually used in a changing world. Our school features a large computer lab, a student lounge, a study lab, and large classrooms. PELA offers opportunities for tuition discounts.

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English Programs in Portland for International Students:

Our unique language programs include: Intensive or Semi-Intensive English, Intensive or Semi-Intensive + Volunteer, Intensive or Semi-Intensive TOEFL, Intensive or Semi-Intensive IELTS, and we offer TOEIC & IELTS Test Preparation Classes, too!
                                                       
At PELA, you will have many chances to practice your English with Americans inside and outside of the classroom. You will learn quickly and you will have a great time while you are here. New terms start every four weeks.

Life in Portland:

Portland is a beautiful, very clean and safe city.  Portland has a great bus and light-rail train system; you do not need a car to enjoy Portland. It is easy to visit the mountains and the beach from Portland. Portland has all the big city activities like concerts and sporting events, but it has a small town feel because it is friendly and so easy to get around. Students love Oregon, which is world famous for its natural beauty, variety of activities and events, and friendly people.

At our school we plan events and activities so that students can enjoy the many benefits of Portland life, such as skiing and snowboarding on Mt. Hood, field trips to the Oregon Coast and other fun locations, as well as Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas parties.

The Portland English Language Academy (PELA) helps international students with housing in 2 ways: 1) we can reserve a room in our Student House for you, or  2) we can arrange a Homestay for you. 

In the Student House, you will share a big house with other international students enrolled in PELA. We carefully choose our homestay families and we find the family that is the best match for you. All of our families are friendly and kind. They have clean, safe houses, and they are eager to open their homes to you.

What our students say about PELA:

"All classes have many CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITIES. Secondly, the school fees are reasonable. Also, students come from lots of different countries. I didn’t expect I could see and have a chance to talk with so many people of different nationalities!"
- Emi, Japan

"PELA’s teachers and office staff are very friendly. Every teacher can answer my questions very clearly and are so enthusiastic!"
- Vicky, Taiwan

"PELA is like a family. I’m so happy to be studying here!"
- Shiho, Japan

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Address: 425 SW Washington Street, Portland, Oregon , USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2021-06-24 were from:

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Astar Education Institute, Washington DC Metro Area
Courses / Programs
• Would you like to improve your English language skills? Or would you like to study at an American high school or university and gain a unique insight into American culture?

• Located in Manassas, Virginia in the suburbs of Washington DC, Astar Education Institute provides a range of quality English courses to students from around the world, including Intensive English, TOEFL exam preparation, as well as a placement program into high schools, colleges and universities throughout the United States.

• ASTAR has what you need to achieve your goals. Our programs have proven to be effective, thanks to our experienced teachers and dynamic curriculums which allow students to master their area of study.

• Astar does not issue F-1 student visas; we can enroll international students into our classes who are already in the U.S. on an F-1 visa from another school, or on a tourist visa or business visa.

• Contact us at Astar to determine whether we can accept international students for your specific program of interest.

Student Testimonial:
"My teachers encouraged me a lot, they helped me to find out my weaknesses. Then teacher Graham volunteered to tutor one hour extra with me every day after school, from 3.30 to 4.30. It was so helpful that finally, I made great progress.

I got 85 score on my April TOEFL test. Now, I achieved my goal and got admitted into the national top ranking university in America. I really appreciate all the efforts and supports from my teachers and Astar." 
- Emma
Year-Round English Language Courses
For beginner, intermediate to advanced

• Intensive English Program
• Semi-Intensive English classes
• Daytime, Evening & Weekend English classes
• Medical English Program
• TOEFL iBT preparation
• Homestay with American host family
• Family English classes
• Summer & Winter Camps for Adults / College Students
• High School / University Placement

Vocational Training Courses:
• TESOL English Teaching
• Nursing Assistant
• Personal Care Aide (PCA)
• Medication Aide (CMA)
• CPR Certification
Crossing Borders - Katy TX (Houston area) & ONLINE via Zoom video
Courses / Programs
• Due to the current public health crisis, we are now offering ONLINE English lessons for Houston-based, Texas, nation-wide and international students via Zoom video conferencing (Our students love it - adults & kids!) from the convenience of your own home. Contact us today for class details!

• Located in Katy, 30 minutes west of Houston TX, Crossing Borders provides quality English language classes for local adults and international students of all levels - from complete beginner to advanced. Our English courses include Intensive English, ACT, SAT and TOEFL Exam preparation, and English Conversation classes.

• Private lessons can take place at our center, your home or office or other location of your choice in the West Houston area.

• Our English classes for adults place an emphasis on conversation and small groups (2 to 8 students), allowing students plenty of time and individual attention to practice and excel.

• Not only does Crossing Borders want our students to learn to speak, write and read English, we also want you to experience the culture and love it the same way we do!

• In addition to our General English classes that focus on grammar and conversation, we provide a lot of opportunities for you to practice your conversation skills.

• Our cultural language approach is an awesome way to love the English language and American culture and understand many of the differences.
Online / English Classes
For beginners, intermediate & advanced

• General English classes
• Intensive / Semi-intensive English classes
• Private English lessons for adults & children
• TOEFL Exam Preparation
• SAT test prep
• ACT test prep
• English Conversation classes
• American Pronunciation & Accent Reduction
• English courses for families
• English classes for kids, high school students
• After-school English classes for elementary & middle school ages 7-10 & 11-14 years old
• English tutoring for kids on weekends
• English summer / winter programs

Also
• U.S. Citizenship Classes on weekends (Saturday)
American Language Programs, Florida
Courses / Programs
• Learn English in Florida with American Language Programs (ALP)!

• With courses available in Orlando, Miami, Boca Raton, Palm Beach & Kissimmee, we provide English language immersion homestay programs where the student stays in the home of their qualified English tutor.

• Whether you are a total beginner or have an advanced level of English, your English classes are designed to meet your individual needs. We teach students from around the world between the ages of 12 - 80. 

• Lessons are offered at the convenience and agreement of both student and teacher. The family provides all meals plus they offer a minimum of one excursion per week. All of our teachers/homes are carefully inspected to ensure student comfort and safety.

• Our fees are competitive and lower than many other English programs. Students select the time of year, the number of study hours, and the level of their program. ALP is structured with the student in mind.

Student Testimonial:
"It's a wonderful way to improve one's English painlessly and discover the "real American life."  During my third stay, I studied to take the TOEFL test; I obtained a score of 577 our of 587.  I recommend this method."
- Benedicte, France
- Standard English Immersion Homestay program: 15, 20 or 25 hours English study per week with homestay / meals included.

- Business & Specialized Vocabulary: These programs are designed for the busy executive / professional

- Deluxe / 4-Star Course: This program includes the standard and business & specialized vocabulary programs while also offering the finest accommodations and meals

- Customized English programs designed according to your specific needs.

- English exam preparation courses (TOEFL, GRE, GED, LLM)
English Language Institute, San Francisco
Courses / Programs
English Language Institute (ELI) has been providing English language, TOEFL preparation, University preparation, and Business English classes in San Francisco, California for 25 years.

We have full-time professional teachers, exciting elective classes, fun student activities and engaging field trips. We are one of the only English schools in the USA that is owned and operated by teachers.

This means that we offer a student experience that other schools can’t match!

ELI is accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training) and authorized by the US government to issue I-20s so that our students can apply for an F-1 student visa.

Top Reasons to Study at ELI:
- Unbeatable Location Near Public Transportation in the Heart of Downtown San Francisco
- Professional Full-Time Teachers (ELI is teacher owned and operated)
- Affordable Tuition (ELI offers a great value on high-quality instruction)
- Daytime and Evening Programs to fit your schedule
- Exclusive ELI Student Discounts on Local Housing Options
- Free Breakfast Snacks, Coffee, and Tea every day
- Full-Time Friendly Student Support Staff
- New Friends from around the world
- Day or Evening Intensive English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Day or Evening TOEFL Test Preparation Course
- Business English classes for Entrepreneurs
- University Preparation Program
- 3, 4, and 5 day per week schedule options
Arizona Language Center
Courses / Programs
Situated in Scottsdale, Maricopa County AZ (close to Phoenix), Arizona Language Center offers private one-on-one, small group and corporate group English classes to language learners of all skill levels.

Small class sizes and experienced ESL instructors make the Arizona Language Center an ideal place to learn and study English in Scottsdale.

Language courses are designed for Specific Business Purposes as required by each client. Our "Corporate Classroom" travels to the workplace for on-site instruction to business owners, managers and employees.
English as a Second Language Courses:
- Beginner to advanced levels

- Group English courses
- Private English lessons
- English immersion programs
- English Pronunciation & Accent Reduction course
- TOEFL / IELTS Exam Preparation courses
- Corporate / Business English
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..