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ESL English Language School in Portland OR

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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
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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)
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..
ACES ESL School, Austin TX
Courses / Programs
• ACES Learning Center in Austin, Texas is a Student and Exchange Visitor Program-certified school eligible to issue I-20 Forms and enroll F-1 students in the United States.

• We offer small-sized classes designed to help every type of learner to succeed.

• The ACES ESL Program achievement scale is directly aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

• Our team of experienced teachers and administrators work with you to help you succeed in achieving your English language learn objectives.

• The city of Austin is a great location for international students to experience life and culture in Texas and the USA.

For U.S. College / University Bound Students: Our Partner Universities in USA include
- Tennessee Tech University
- University of Houston-Victoria
- Texas Wesleyan University

Student Review:

• “It was the greatest experience of English learning I’ve ever had. The instructors’ patience, kindness and professional skills benefited me so much. I am very lucky to be a student at ACES and I am looking forward to coming back in the future.”
- Alex
ESL Programs:

- Full-time English course for international students on an F1 visa. With 5 levels of proficiency: Beginner (A1), Elementary (A2), Intermediate (B1), Upper Intermediate (B2), Advanced (C1).

- Part-time English classes two days per week.

- TOEFL Test preparation course (3-weeks long and may be taken as an evening course or in the mornings).

University Pathway: ACES helps eligible students obtain a conditional admission letter to one of our Partner Universities in USA.
American Language Programs, Inc.
Courses / Programs
• American Language Programs is a Massachusetts-based language training provider that offers a range of business-based English language immersion programs for individuals and companies from around the world.

• We have courses designed for busy executives, diplomats, managers, everyday businessmen & women, and more. Students select the time of year, the number of study hours, and the level of their program.

• Students from all over the world gain rapid improvement in their use of English as a Second Language through our unique method of English language immersion.

• Our business programs are ideal for students already working or training in areas of General Management, Administration, Customer Relations, Sales, Marketing, Finance and Banking. 

Our specialized Business English courses are available in:

• Boston, Massachusetts
• New York City, NY / New Jersey
• Phoenix, Arizona
• Honolulu, Hawaii
• Vancouver, BC in Canada
• Los Angeles & San Francisco, California
• Orlando, Kissimee, Miami, Palm Beach & Boca Raton, Florida
Business / Corporate English Programs:

• Business & Specialized Vocabulary Program (Designed for the busy executive / professional)

• Corporate English Workplace Lessons (Increase productivity and encourage career development and advancement)

• Public Speaking / Small Group Presentation Instruction (Designed in a way to cover American English that is needed in everyday business situations

• Customized English Programs (Designed according to your specific needs)

• General English Classes (We also provide English exam prep, private lessons, and more)
Kaplan International San Diego
Courses / Programs
• Learn English in San Diego with Kaplan International! Located in the heart of Downtown San Diego, Kaplan International's English language school offers a comprehensive range of English courses and first-class learning facilities.

• Our stylish, contemporary school has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

• Choose from a comprehensive range of courses and accommodation options. Study English with Kaplan International, world leaders in English education, and discover sunny San Diego while achieving your language learning goals and making friends from around the world.

• Our English school in downtown San Diego is in a brand new location, specially chosen to best fit the needs of Kaplan students, with the latest technology in a beautiful building plus an outdoor patio for student use between classes.

• With over 40 language schools in eight countries, Kaplan International has been teaching English as a foreign language to students and professionals since 1967. 

• Our language school in San Diego is accredited by ACCET, and citizens from 53 countries attended our San Diego ESL schools last year.

Student Review:
"I like the San Diego school's professional teachers, administrating staff, its daily activities and computer lab. It's a gorgeous place."
- Nzar
Beginner to Advanced Level English Language Courses:

• Vacation English courses
• General English lessons
• General English Academic Year/Semester option
• Intensive English classes
• Intensive English Academic Year/Semester option
• TOEFL and Academic English
• Business English 
• Summer English Camp for Teens / Juniors ages 14-18

College / Graduate Exam Preparation Programs:
• Cambridge exam preparation (FCE, CAE)
• GMAT test preparation
• GRE exam preparation
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