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Studying in the United States and Canada can unlock a myriad of opportunities for international students. The Intensive English program from ELS will help you take advantage of these opportunities by ensuring you are confident in your English speaking abilities.<br><br>

The Intensive English language course will prepare you for academic success. The comprehensive curriculum is designed to include all aspects of academic communication to ensure you are comfortable in any setting on a college or university campus. Confidence and comfort are important factors in academic success and can make studying in the United States and Canada much more enjoyable.<br><br>

Communication plays a major role in academic success and the Intensive English program from ELS will help give you confidence on day one of your studies, allowing you to focus on your coursework, rather than juggling language learning and coursework at the same time.

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Our Semi-Intensive English language program offers students the opportunity to study English in the United States and Canada, while also having the freedom to explore and experience the culture. This is done through a structured schedule, where students attend English classes during the morning and have the afternoons to themselves, allowing them to meet new friends, visit landmarks or plan trips to exciting new places.

Semi-Intensive English - Philadelphia

Semi Intensive Course

If you’re planning a vacation to the United States and want to get the most out of your visit, learning English is a great option. In the classroom, you will have the opportunity to become proficient in English, which will make your overall vacation more enjoyable, as you will be able to immerse yourself in the culture with more confidence.  The casual American Explorer course curriculum ensures you will not be overwhelmed with your English studies, so you can relax on your vacation.

American Explorer - Philadelphia

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Close to downtown Philadelphia on the stunning, suburban campus of Saint Joseph’s University, English Language Center Philadelphia is located in the fifth-largest city in the country. Popular for its historical sites, the city attracts nearly 40 million visitors per year.<br><br>

Using the city’s extensive public transportation system, students can enjoy Philadelphia’s culture, iconic sights, professional sports, dining, shopping, and entertainment. When students are not studying English courses in Philadelphia, they can visit tourist attractions, historical sights, food markets, bars, and artistic and cultural attractions.<br>

<p>                                                      </p><p>ELS Language Centers was founded in 1961. The institute has many branches in colleges and universities in the United States and also has a branch in Vancouver, Canada. The ELS Language Centers has succeeded in establishing successful and fruitful partnerships with more than 650 universities around the world. ELS prepares students to compete, excel and achieve academically and professionally. This serves as preparation for the labor market through English language courses, in addition to helping to develop personal competencies. Since its inception, the Institute has provided English language courses to more than 1.2 million international students from many countries around the world who share the desire and enthusiasm to develop basic English language skills and achieve future goals at the academic and professional levels. The Institute's management is proud of its partnership with the National Geographic Learning Center, which produces educational materials for the Institute's students in reading, speaking and writing courses, coupled with meaningful educational activities.<br><br></p><h2>

Commitment to quality standards is the secret of excellence at the ELS Language Centers</h2>
Excellence is achieved through an unwavering commitment to upholding quality standards. The Institute's unwavering dedication has led to the highest levels of educational excellence, as evidenced by language experts who possess extensive academic backgrounds and demonstrate a remarkable level of professionalism. The institute's efforts have resulted in providing high-level education, as the language experts have more than 15 years of experience in teaching English. Many of these experts hold advanced degrees or possess TEFL certifications, enabling them to effectively teach English to non-native speakers. Furthermore, they are respected members of TESOL International, the largest professional association for teachers of English.<br><br><h2>

Why choose ELS Language Centers to study English?</h2>
When it comes to studying English, ELS Language Centers is the ideal choice. It serves as a welcoming haven for international students, where a team of specialists and language experts do their best to employ cutting-edge interactive teaching methods. The institute's management spared no effort in equipping the classrooms with the latest modern technologies and selecting language experts. The remarkable success achieved by ELS Language Centers is no coincidence, but rather a testament to the founders' unwavering commitment to providing English language education of the highest international standards. Since its inception in 1961, the Institute has been dedicated to providing a wide range of interactive language programs aimed at enhancing basic language skills for over fifty years and counting.<br>

<h3>Proven success</h3>
More than 1.2 million students have learned English with ELS from more than 143 countries.<br><h3>

University Partnerships</h3>
Our academic partnerships with more than 650 universities provide unlimited opportunities for our students.<br><h3>

Innovative programs</h3>
From holiday English to our youth programmes, we continue to provide innovative English language training solutions.<br>

<h3>Empowering the Curriculum</h3>
We provide an English language experience that inspires students and prepares them to achieve their dreams.<p></p><h3>Congratulations to the ELS Language Institute!</h3><p>ELS Language Institute is the proud winner of the <a href="https://studytravel.network/star-awards/past-winners/2022">ST Star Award Chain Language School 2022</a>!.<br><br></p><h2>

ELS Language Centers Branches</h2><ul><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-cincinnati-usa">ELS Language Centers - Cincinnati</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-cleveland-usa">ELS Language Centers - Cleveland</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-houston-usa">ELS Language Centers - Houston</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-la-verne-usa">ELS Language Centers - La Verne</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-nashville-usa">ELS Language Centers - Nashville</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-st-paul-usa">ELS Language Centers - St. Paul</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-new-york-usa">ELS Language Centers - New York</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-philadelphia-usa">ELS Language Centers - Philadelphia</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-san-rafael-usa">ELS Language Centers - San Rafael</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-st-petersburg-usa">ELS Language Centers - St. Petersburg</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-tampa-usa">ELS Language Centers - Tampa</a></span></li><li><span><a href="https://youapply.com/language-centers/els-language-centers/els-language-centers-chicago-usa">ELS Language Centers - Chicago</a><br></span></li></ul>



<h3></h3><p></p><p></p><h3>Types of English language programs offered by ELS Language Centers</h3>
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<li>Intensive English course</li>
<li>Semi-intensive English course</li>
<li>Intensive Online Program (ION+)</li>
<li>Vacation English course</li>
<li>English Language Test</li>
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