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English Language Institute, Illinois State University, Normal:
Based in Normal, McLean County IL, Illinois State University's English Language Institute (ELI) provides a semester-long Intensive English Program to students from around the world. The course features 20 hours of class instruction per week, and focuses on practical learning and the special needs of adult language learners.

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About ISU's English Language Institute:

llinois State University's English Language Institute (ELI) provides the best of two worlds: a small-town setting and a study program that meets your educational needs. We are located in Normal, Illinois, close to Chicago, Peoria, St. Louis, and Springfield. We follow a communicative approach to language learning - one that believes the most natural way to learn a language is to use it.

Intensive English Program:
- Duration: 1 Semester
- Focuses on practical learning
- 20 hours of class instruction per week
- Classes in Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening

Additional program components include:
- Academic Lecture classes
- Practical Grammar and Lexical Skills classes
- Conversation Partners
- Friendship Family Program

Accommodation:
Most of our students live in the university's campus housing, giving them a chance to interact with students of all backgrounds.

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Address: 351 N. Main Street, Normal, Bloomington, Illinois 61761, USA
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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
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 New York - SoHo, Lower Manhattan
Courses / Programs
• Join Kaplan International's English school located just a block north of New York's hip SoHo district in Lower Manhattan, and study English while experiencing life in a New York neighbourhood famous for its art, music and fashion.

• Our wide range of courses includes intensive language courses, semester options, TOEFL English, exam preparation, and more.

• Gain the English language skills and academic approach needed to succeed while making friends from around the world with Kaplan International, world leaders in English language education.

• Each of our English courses in New York has a special focus, allowing you to direct your studies to suit your particular language needs. Short term to long term, vacation to intensive English, you will find a range of English courses in New York with Kaplan International.

• Ideal for students of all levels, you will improve your English quickly and effectively with our English courses.

• Enrol with Kaplan International in the friendly and vibrant atmosphere of SoHo and begin your journey to personal, academic and career success.

• Citizens of 83 countries attended our SoHo NYC ESL school last year.

Student Review:
“Kaplan teachers are very good and they make the lessons interactive. The classes are very interesting so you always want to be a part of it. I like that the school is very modern and you feel like at home, everybody knows each other here."
- Geisha, Venezuela
Quality English Language Courses:
• General English classes
• General English Academic Year/Semester options
• Intensive English courses
• Intensive English Academic Year/Semester options
• Business English
• Intensive Business English
• TOEFL and Academic English
• Vacation English lessons

Exam Preparation Programs:
• Cambridge Exam prep (CAE, FCE)
• GRE Test preparation
• GMAT Exam preparation
ABC Languages NJ - Private English Lessons & Online
Courses / Programs
• ABC Languages is a premiere language institute providing high-quality, private English language training to adults, teens, and kids in New Jersey. 

• We provide private English (ESL) language courses for basic beginner to advanced level adults and juniors (ages 5+) in your home, office or local library in Bergen County, Hudson County, North-eastern New Jersey.

• Our experienced teachers are native speakers, and they make learning English fun! You start speaking English from day one, helping you gain real-life skills.

• We want you to be able speak English effectively whether it is socially, for work or for your college education.

Class Locations include:
Hudson County - Jersey City, Hoboken, Weehawken, Hudson Waterfront, Kearny, Harrison, Secaucus, The Heights, Journal Square and other areas.

Bergen County - Hackensack, Teaneck, Glen Rock, Ho-Ho-Kus, Haworth, Englewood, Fair Lawn, Garfield, Allendale, Bergenfield, Demarest, Franklin Lakes, Tenafly, Wyckoff, Woodcliff Lake, Rockleigh, Rivervale, Ridgewood, Saddle River, Upper Saddle River, Edgewater, Guttenberg, Old Tappan, Mahwah, Montvale, Paramus, Ramsey, Westwood, Fort Lee, River Vale, North Bergen and other areas.

Newark, Montclair (Essex County)
Clifton, Paterson (Passaic County)
Edison (Middlesex County)
Elizabeth (Union County)

Contact us regarding classes in your town or city in northeastern NJ or Online English classes via Zoom / Skype for students in NJ, NY, USA, overseas.
Private English Lessons for Adults & Children:

• One-on-one / Private English lessons for adults at basic beginner, intermediate & advanced level

• Private English tutoring for kids ages 5+, elementary, middle & high school students

• ABC Languages also offers quality private tutoring in a range of other second languages including: Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Hindi, Japanese, Portuguese and Russian.

• Minimum lesson duration = 1.5 hour.

• Also, Online English / language classes via Zoom / Skype.
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)
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)