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International Language Institute, Washington DC:
Learn Mandarin Chinese in the heart of the US Capital! International Language Institute (ILI) is a high-quality language school which offers a wide range of Mandarin Chinese language to adult students from around the world. Located in the Dupont Circle area of central Washington DC, we provide general Chinese group classes at 11 different proficiency levels from beginner to advanced. We also offer a comprehensive 'Mandarin Chinese for Travelers' course designed for students who are making their way to a Chinese-speaking area for business or pleasure. Graduates who have received a 'Passing Grade', and have fulfilled the relevant attendance requirements receive a Certificate of Completion from the school.

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Mandarin Chinese Language Courses for Adults:
We provide Mandarin Chinese classroom group classes at 11 proficiency levels.

These different levels allow students to acquire a solid foundation of the Mandarin Chinese language no matter what their background or experience.

Throughout these eleven levels, students are immersed in the 4 basic skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

General Mandarin Chinese Group Classes:
Regular group courses last for 10 weeks. Students meet once a week (or twice a week for the accelerated class) in the evening or on Saturday mornings. Each session lasts for 2.5 hours. Course features include:

• Intensive 10-week terms
• Classes meet once a week for 2.5 hours
• Evening & weekend study options
• Small class size (max. 9 students)
• Experienced, native-speaking teachers

Mandarin Chinese for Travelers:
This 5 week courses enables students to communicate instantly in Chinses on a host of topics:  plane and train travel, restaurants, shopping, essential services, health and medical situations, hotel check-ins, and more. Traveler classes meet once weekly for 2.5 hours for five weeks.

Certificate of Completion:
Passing grade students who have the required attendance receive a 'Certificate of Completion' from the Institute. All of our Mandarin Chinese language programs are accredited by ACCET, the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training.

ILI also offers foreign language courses in Korean, Japanese, Spanish, French, Russian, and Arabic as well as a wide range of English programs. Email us via the form below for more information.

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Address: 1717 Rhode Island Ave. NW, Suite 100, Washington, Dist of Columbia 20036, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2026-04-07 were from:

Samarkand region, Uzbekistan; Yemen; Баткен, Kyrgyzstan; Jakarta, Indonesia; Aceh, Indonesia; Dover, UK / GB; and more.

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Language Classes Ad Opportunity here
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• Language Classes Ad Opportunity for providers of group and private language programs for children and adults in Mandarin Chinese, German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Arabic in the Washington DC metro area.

• Multiple ad pages available for schools which serve students of all ages at DC metro area locations, (Spanish, French, Italian, German, Arabic, and Mandarin Chinese).

• Contact us if you offer courses in Bethesda and Gaithersburg MD, or in Alexandria, McLean / North Arlington & Fairfax VA.

• Note to parents & guardians: Unfortunately, the language program provider that previously was listed here has closed their language training business. This listing is now void, and program inquiries cannot be processed.
Mandarin Chinese Immersion Programs:
• Parents and Tots programs for kids ages 1-3
• Mandarin for kids ages 3-5 (Kids Only)
• Mandarin for kids ages 5-8 (Kids Only)
• Mandarin for kids ages 8-10 (Kids Only)
• Mandarin for kids ages 10-12 (Kids Only)
• Private / One-on-one Mandarin lessons
• Mandarin immersion summer camps

Further Language Ad Opportunities:
• French, Spanish, German, Italian, Arabic
ABC Languages - Online Italian Classes
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• Learn Italian online in Washington DC with ABC Languages - a leading provider of quality foreign language instruction in New York, New Jersey and California as well as online for students throughout the U.S.

• Our online Italian language classes are convenient and flexible for adults and high school students living in Maryland, Virginia, throughout the Washington DC area and nationwide.

• Our qualified and experienced Italian language tutors teach on Skype at times that best suit your schedule, allowing you to improve your Italian language skills around your work or family commitments.

• Whether you are a complete beginner or wish to improve your current level of Italian, we can customize our one-on-one online Italian lessons to suit your needs.

• All you need is a web camera, an audio headset, and a desire to learn Italian!

Other Online Language Classes:
ABC also teaches the following second and foreign languages online: Spanish, French, German, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Korean, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Farsi.
Online Italian classes via Zoom / Skype:
For adults & high school students

• Beginners Italian classes
• Intermediate Italian classes
• Advanced Italian classes
• Italian conversation classes
• Business Italian classes & more..

Our private online classes can be customized to your specific needs.
International Language Institute, Washington DC
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• 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
Keats School - Online Chinese Classes
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• Learn Chinese online in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia and throughout the U.S. with Keats School!

• Taught by highly-experienced and qualified Mandarin language teachers, our online Chinese lessons are available to students of all ages and levels - from beginner to advanced.

• No matter what time zone you are in, you can learn Chinese with us because we provide online lessons 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

• All of our online Chinese lessons are offered one-on-one and the content is customized to meet your specific requirements.

• So whatever your interests and learning goals, we will develop the perfect curriculum for you. You can learn at your own pace at times that best suit you.

• Located in the center of Kunming, the most beautiful spring city in China and the capital of southwest China’s Yunnan province, Keats School is one of the top Chinese language schools in China.

• We bring the same expertise and professionalism that we provide in our classroom-based Chinese courses to our online lessons.

Student Review:
• "The unique 1 on 1 teaching style is complimented very well by a very friendly group of teachers that are invested in helping. It is wonderful that each teacher is so patient with any student. My teacher’s teaching has far exceeded my expectations.

She is able to keep a well organized structure for class while still allowing flexibility for free conversation and to suit my interest. I thoroughly enjoyed each class. I highly recommend Keats School."
Finn, USA
Online Chinese Classes
Beginner, intermediate & advanced level

• Step-by-step Mandarin Course

• Business Chinese

• Survival Chinese

• HSK Test Preparation

• 1-hour Chinese Grammar and Culture Classes

• Chinese for Children

• Chinese for Teenagers
Kaplan International Washington DC
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• Learn English in the beautiful and historic city of Washington DC with Kaplan International! We provide a range of accredited English courses to students from around the world of all levels, from beginner to advanced.

• Our quality English language courses in Washington DC include Intensive English, GRE / GMAT preparation, and TOEFL exam preparation.

• At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance, which will show your level of English, the dates on which you have studied and your attendance. 

• Learning English in DC means immersing yourself in American culture. You will enjoy the diversity of its multicultural neighborhoods and visiting its world-famous landmarks, such as the White House, the Supreme Court, the Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian Museum or the National Cathedral.

• Kaplan International in the USA are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET), and students from 79 different countries attended our DC ESL school last year.

Student Review:
"It’s a wonderful experience, you learn a lot, discover different cultures and way of life. It’s a great opportunity to make contacts and real friendship with people from around the world."
- Paul-Victor, France
English Language Courses for Adults:

Beginner to advanced levels

• General English

• Intensive English

• Vacation English

• Academic Year and Semester Courses

• TOEFL Exam Preparation

• GMAT Preparation

• GRE For International Students

• Homestay with an American host family
Language Studies Indonesia - Online Indonesian Classes
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• Learn Bahasa Indonesia online in Washington DC with Language Studies Indonesia (LSI) - a leading language school in Jakarta that also offers online Indonesian classes to adults living in the Washington DC area, Virginia, Maryland and throughout the United States.

• Our online Bahasa Indonesian lessons are taught via Skype to students of all levels - from basic beginner to advanced.

• The LSI Online Outreach Programme makes our high-quality Bahasa Indonesia training accessible to students around the world.

• One of our experienced and qualified faculty members will be your instructor / mentor for the duration of your online Indonesian language course.

• Your mentor will deliver your instruction in 120-minute classes, taught through Skype on a regular basis.

• You can design your own weekly class schedule according to your availability, allowing you to study around your professional and personal commitments.

• To achieve Bahasa Indonesia fluency, you should study as intensively as possible. We recommend that students commit to at least 2 or 3 classes weekly.

• If you want to achieve fluency at "lightning speed," you should take 5 to 10 classes weekly.

• LSI’s world-class teaching faculty is comprised wholly of university-accredited Indonesian language instructors, all of whom are multilingual native-speakers of Bahasa Indonesia.

Student Review / Testimonial:
"It is a really good course. I hope to pick it up again at the next level when I get some more time."
• Kelly
Online Bahasa Indonesia Classes:

• Beginners Bahasa Indonesia classes
• Intermediate Bahasa Indonesia classes
• Advanced Bahasa Indonesia classes
• Bahasa Indonesia conversation classes
• Business Bahasa Indonesia classes & more..

Our private online classes can be customized to your specific needs.
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