English Classes in Chicago, Illinois

BIR Training Center, Chicago:
Based in Chicago with three central locations, BIR is a career and language learning center dedicated to teaching marketable skills and improving the oral and written communication of students from Chicagoland's diverse neighborhoods as well as from over 25 countries across the globe. We provide fast, focused, flexible training with financial aid opportunities for career seekers. Students studying on foreign student visas receive visa guidance in all issues ranging from application to practical training and school transfer. We are dedicated to providing our students the best education possible. BIR is respected as a provider of quality education due to our experienced instructors, varied course selection, multilingual staff, and unparalleled student services. If you are in search of an English Language Program in the United States, look no further. BIR offers international students excellent academic opportunities in Chicago, one of the greatest cities in the world.

Students from more than 25 countries have come to study at BIR for many reasons, including: affordable tuition, personalized tutoring, well equipped computer labs, small class sizes, flexible class schedules, four accessible locations, and an international department devoted to your needs.

A BIR education equips students with the skills needed to surmount the current and future challenges of a computer-driven and computer-enhanced workplace. We are committed to enabling our students to think independently, perform effectively, and compete successfully, thus making our school an invaluable resource for colleges, organizations, and companies in the public and private sectors.

Our mission is to provide postsecondary education that responds to a wide range of students’ needs including vocational preparation for career changers, first career seekers, and industry professionals; language learning and testing; as well as college credit articulation.

Intensive English Language Programs with Workshops; Homestay Programs; Summer ESL Program; TOEFL iBT Exam Preparation.

BIR is NCA Accredited, ISBE Approved, and certified by ETS as an official TOEFL iBT Testing Center.

BIR provides a variety of resources that support student learning. Structured study halls and easy access to computer labs give students opportunities to explore English in ways that interest them. A collection of electronic and online resources are available for interactive practice. BIR also has a lending library where students can choose from a collection of materials that are accessible to students at all levels of English language proficiency.

The Homestay Program is a great way to learn English and American culture outside of the classroom. The Homestay Program matches students with a family in Chicago and the family provides the student with two meals per day and a warm, comfortable place to stay. But the experience goes far beyond that. Living with an American family provides the student with opportunities to explore Chicago, learn aspects of American life that are not covered in the classroom, and friendships that last a lifetime.

One-on-one, small group and peer tutoring are available to students in BIR English Language Programs. Tutoring adds value to the education at BIR by offering personal attention, individual feedback and choices about what a student needs to learn. Flexible schedules with qualified, friendly tutors are available through BIR’s Learning Center. The Learning Center also offers students a comfortable place to study and get homework help.

Chicago is one of the world’s most exciting cities, with a rich heritage and vibrant cultural life. Our students enjoy all the excitement and conveniences the city has to offer: bustling nightlife, fascinating cultural activities, an excellent public transportation system, and of course, beautiful Lake Michigan.

As a BIR student you will have the opportunity to explore the many cultural attractions of Chicago. Take a boat tour down the Chicago River and view world renowned architecture. Check out the latest exhibit at the Field Museum, and visit the Shedd Aquarium right next door while you’re there. At night there are plenty of theaters, bars, and comedy clubs to keep you going into the early hours of the morning!