ELS Language Centers/Portland

Portland, Oregon USA

School Introduction

ELS/Portland is located on the campus of Concordia University just 30 minutes by bus to downtown Portland, Oregon. ELS/Portland offers the advantages of a campus location with the downtown area nearby and the beautiful Pacific Northwest's mountains, beaches, forests and deserts within an hour. The city has been named Money magazine's "Best Big City for 2000" and is well known for its influence on American music and culture. Students enjoy the city's art galleries, boutiques and trendy restaurants. Weekend activities may include hiking, biking, skiing, kayaking and fishing in Portland's extensive park system, or a visit to Mt. Hood, Seattle or Vancouver.

ESL Program Introduction

This location offers group Intensive (30 lessons per week), Semi-Intensive (20 lessons per week) and American Explorer (15 lessons per week) English programs.

Students in the Intensive, Semi-Intensive & American Explorer English Programs offer instruction and practice in all key language skills: speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading & writing. The Intensive English Program also offers afternoon elective classes that focus on specific interests (such as American Idioms, American Film, Current Events and American Culture).

Background Data

Number of ESL Students: 25-75
Average Class Size: 8
Hours per Week: 15, 20 or 30
Minimum Age: 14
Issue I-20: Yes
Housing Options: Homestay Dormitory
School Setting: Suburban
Accreditation: Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET)

Schedule & Fees

START DATES 2008 (every 4 weeks): January 14, February 11, March 10, April 7, May 5, June 2, June 30, July 28, August 25, September 22, October 20, November 17, December 15, 2008.

TUITION (varies by program): $1055 to $1465 per 4 weeks

Application Fee: $135 (one-time fee)
Materials & Technology Fee: $55 per session
ELS Health Insurance Plan: $95 per session

ROOM & BOARD FEES 2008 (Prices vary by option. Contact us for more information.)

Special Courses & Features

Conversation Partner Program
Internships or Work Experience

Housing/Accommodation Info

On campus dormitory (doubles or triples) with meal credit included. Homestay in American home (single room) with some meals included.

Contact Info

ELS Language Centers/Portland
Concordia University
2811 NE Holman Street
Portland, Oregon 97211

Tel (503) 280-8552
Fax (503) 280-8553
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