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Language School ELC

The school is located in the centre of it all in the fashionable Beacon Hill area which is close to boutiques, bookstores, art galleries and the trendy Newbury Street.

ELC students enjoy excellent support from the teaching staff and apart from English lessons, they offer a complete activity program for afternoons and weekends so that students can make the most of their stay in the US.

“ It has really been a gratifying experience. There is a wonderful ambiance and international mix plus the teachers are super attentive. Boston is a cosmopolitan and welcoming city that will make you fall in love with it!
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María J. G. (España)

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Founded in	School Size	Internet	Location
1990	Medium	Free Internet Access	Heart of Back Bay

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Afternoon & Evening	Take a tour of the city and visit places like Faneuil Hall Marketplace, the Freedom Trail, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Science. Or enjoy a movie or watching the Boston Red Sox play a great game of baseball!	Prices vary depending on activity
Weekend	As Boston is located in the heart of New England you can easily visit many other popular US tourist destinations like New York City, Montreal, Cape Cod, Niagara Falls, and Washington D.C. Only in New England can you experience breathtaking Indian Summer tours, like those you can do in New Hampshire and Vermont plus fantastic ski trips in the winter.	Prices vary depending on activity

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It has really been a gratifying experience. There is a wonderful ambiance and international mix plus the teachers are super attentive. Boston is a cosmopolitan and welcoming city that will make you fall in love with it! María J. G. (España)
My experience in ELC was rich in friendship, learning and discoveries. Moreover, Boston is an amazing city to have fun and visit. Charline Finand, France
ELC has the best teachers, staff, location and programs. I improved my language and shocked my colleagues, friends and family! Wesam Almatari, Saudi Arabia

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IALC, NAFSA, AAIEP, TESOL.

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Sep/05; Oct/10; Nov/24; Nov/25; Dec/23; Dec/26; Dec/30; Jan/02; Jan/16; Feb/20; Apr/16; May/28; Jul/04; Sep/03; Oct/08; Nov/22; Nov/23; Dec/24; Dec/25

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14 Classrooms, free internet access + Wi-Fi, a study hall with free tutoring and college counseling.

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Quality of Teaching	3.8
Service	3.7
Facilities	3.8
Activities	3.3
Value for Money	3.5
Accommodation	3.7

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Intensive English Course

Who is this course for?	Students who want to improve all their major English skills including reading and writing.
Syllabus	On this programme, all students follow the same schedule in the morning, which focuses’ on grammar, vocabulary, conversation, communication, and listening comprehension During the afternoon, classes vary depending on each student English level. If they are at beginning level, they will join in reading and writing classes and if they are intermediate or above, besides reading and writing, they will be able to choose one of the elective options. Elective class option: - American Culture - Film and Media - American Slang - Accent Reduction - Business English - Creative Writing
Schedule	Morning class: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Afternoon class: 13:45-15:30, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: May/21; Jun/18; Jul/02; Jul/16; Jul/30; Aug/13; Sep/10; Oct/08; Nov/05; Dec/03 Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	30
Course Duration	1-48 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	Ave. 8-10, Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)

Semi-Intensive English Course

Who is this course for?	Students who want to improve their English communication skills and want to have free time in the afternoon.
Syllabus	This course is designed to improve communication skills. It covers grammar, vocabulary, conversation, communication, pronunciation, and listening comprehension skills. The class will finish in the morning so that you will have free time to explore the city in the afternoon.
Schedule	Timetable: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: May/21; Jun/18; Jul/02; Jul/16; Jul/30; Aug/13; Sep/10; Oct/08; Nov/05; Dec/03; Aug/19 Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	20
Course Duration	1-12 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	Ave. 8-10, Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)

Semi-Intensive Plus Course

Who is this course for?	Students who want to improve their General English skills and especially want to focus on communicative competence in English.
Syllabus	On this programme, all students follow the same schedule in the morning, which focuses’ on grammar, vocabulary, conversation, communication, pronunciation and listening comprehension. In addition to the morning class, they will have two afternoon classes per week. If they are at beginner level, they will join in a reading and writing class and if they are intermediate or above, they will be able to choose one of the following electives: Elective class option: - American Culture - Film and Media - American Slang - Accent Reduction - Business English - Creative Writing
Schedule	Morning class: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Afternoon class: 13:45-15:30, Tue & Thu * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: May/21; Jun/18; Jul/02; Jul/16; Jul/30; Aug/13; Sep/10; Oct/08; Nov/05; Dec/03 Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	24
Course Duration	1-48 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	Ave. 8-10, Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)

Combination English Course

Who is this course for?	Students who want to improve their General English skills and at the same time want to work on specific needs with a private tutor.
Syllabus	On this programme, you will join a group class in the morning, which covers grammar, vocabulary, conversation, communication, and listening comprehension skills. In the afternoon, you will take private lessons to work on special interest / need areas. If you need English for your work, your teacher can help you with Business English, legal English or medical English etc. depending on your expertise. If you plan to enter American University you can also prepare for English examination or essays with your teacher.
Schedule	Group class: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Private class: 13:45-15:30, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: May/21; Jun/18; Jul/02; Jul/16; Jul/30; Aug/13; Sep/10; Oct/08; Nov/05; Dec/03 Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	20+10
Course Duration	1-12 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	Group class: Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August) Private class: 1

TOEFL Preparation Program

Who is this course for?	Students who plan to take TOEFL Examination and want to prepare well before the exam
Syllabus	On this programme, students will take General English classes in the morning and TOEFL Preparation classes in the afternoon. The General English classes will cover all major English skills such as grammar, vocabulary, conversation, pronunciation, and listening comprehension. The TOEFL Preparation classes include; test-taking strategies, test-taking practice and skill building in all areas covered by TOEFL.
Schedule	* General English: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * TOEFL Preparation: 13:45-15:30, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: May/21; Jun/18; Jul/02; Jul/16; Jul/30; Aug/13; Sep/10; Oct/08; Nov/05; Dec/03 Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Intermediate 2 (B2)
Lessons per Week	30
Course Duration	4 weeks
Age Group	Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)
Students per Class	Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)

TOEIC Preparation program

Who is this course for?	Students who plan to take TOEIC Examination and want to prepare well before the exam
Syllabus	On this programme, you will take General English classes in the morning and individual TOEIC Preparation lessons in the afternoon. The General English part of the course covers all major English skills such as grammar, vocabulary, conversation, pronunciation, and listening comprehension. During the individual TOEIC Preparation lessons, you can either work on all test areas (Listening, Reading, Vocabulary, Idioms and Grammar), or focus on specific needs or weaknesses in specific test section.
Schedule	General English: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * TOEIC Preparation: 13:45-15:30, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: May/21; Jun/18; Jul/02; Jul/16; Jul/30; Aug/13; Sep/10; Oct/08; Nov/05; Dec/03 Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Intermediate 2 (B2)
Lessons per Week	30
Course Duration	1-4 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	General English: Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August) TOEIC Preparation: 1

English Plus Music

Who is this course for?	Students who want to learn English and want to have private music lesson from a Music Conservatory instructor.
Syllabus	On this programme, you will join General English classes in the morning at the language school, to improve all major English skills with other students. In the afternoons, you will receive private music lessons each week. Lessons are offered in violin, viola, cello, voice, flute, clarinet, oboe, guitar, drums, and much more (instrument not provided). This programme is designed for students at any level of musical ability. However, please note that an intermediate level of English is required to take this programme.
Schedule	English class: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Music class: 2 one-hour music lesson per week * Live music performance: 2 tickets to enter local music performances per week included * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: May/21; Jun/18; Jul/02; Jul/16; Jul/30; Aug/13; Sep/10; Oct/08; Nov/05; Dec/03 Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	20
Course Duration	2;4 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	English class: Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August) Music class: 1

English Plus Dance

Who is this course for?	Students who want to learn English and want to learn Hip Hop, Salsa, Ballet, Flamenco, Irish dancing or any other dance.
Syllabus	On this programme, you will join General English classes in the morning at the language school, to improve all major English skills with other students. In the afternoons, you will be able to choose from a wide range of group dance classes to attend, Monday through Friday. When schedules permit, you may also attend any number of local and community organized dances on the weekends, which will allow you to practice your dance steps and socialize with Americans at the same time! Dance class choices will include: Hip Hop, Salsa, Merengue & Other Latin Dance, Swing, Ballroom, Ballet, Irish, African, Middle Eastern, Flamenco, Contra & Folk Dancing, and unlimited participation in community dances (availability varies)
Schedule	English class: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Dance class: Daily group dance classes, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: Any Monday Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	20
Course Duration	2;4 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	English class: Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)

English Plus Yoga

Who is this course for?	Students who want to learn English and want to learn Yoga with an experienced instructor.
Syllabus	On this programme, you will join General English classes in the morning at the language school, to improve all major English skills with other students. In the afternoons, you will have an access to an unlimited number of group yoga lessons at a highly regarded Yoga Centre, which is located close to the language school. Lessons are offered in a variety of levels and styles ranging from gentle to moderate to vigorous so that you can find your appropriate class depending on your Yoga experience and level. However, please note that an intermediate level of English is required to join this program.
Schedule	English class: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Yoga class: Unlimited number of yoga lessons in the afternoon, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: May/21; May/28; Jun/04; Jun/11; Jun/18; Jun/25; Jul/02; Jul/09; Jul/16; Jul/23; Jul/30; Aug/06; Aug/13; Aug/20; Aug/27; Sep/03; Sep/10; Sep/17; Sep/24; Oct/01; Oct/08; Oct/15; Oct/22; Oct/29; Nov/05; Nov/12; Nov/19; Nov/26; Dec/03; Dec/10; Dec/17; Dec/24; Dec/31; Jan/07; Jan/14; Jan/21; Jan/28; Feb/04; Feb/11; Feb/18; Feb/25; Mar/04; Mar/11; Mar/18; Mar/25; Apr/01; Apr/08; Apr/15; Apr/22; Apr/29; May/06; May/13 Other levels: Any Monday
Minimum Level	Intermediate 1 (B1)
Lessons per Week	20
Course Duration	2;4 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	English class: Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)

Cambridge Preparation Program FCE (8 weeks)

Course Start	Beginners: Oct/08 Other levels: Oct/08
Minimum Level	Intermediate 2 (B2)
Lessons per Week	30
Course Duration	8 weeks

Cambridge Preparation Courses

Who is this course for?	Students who plan to take Cambridge Examination and want to prepare well before the exam.
Syllabus	This preparation course focuses on not only passing the final examination, but also on improving general accuracy and fluency in English. All the students taking this program will take FCE or CAE exam after the course, so that you can prepare Cambridge Examination together with other students, who have the same goal as you. The school offers either 8-week or 11-week course and if you take the 8-week course, you will join the 11-week course in progress. There is a pre-test to participate this program and you must successfully pass the test before you book this program.
Schedule	Morning class: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Afternoon class: 13:45-15:30, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: Sep/17 Other levels: Sep/17
Minimum Level	Intermediate 2 (B2)
Lessons per Week	30
Course Duration	11 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	Max. 12

Cambridge Preparation Program CAE (8 weeks)

Course Start	Beginners: Oct/08 Other levels: Oct/08
Minimum Level	Advanced (C1)
Lessons per Week	30
Course Duration	8 weeks

Cambridge Preparation Programs CAE (11 weeks)

Course Start	Beginners: Sep/17 Other levels: Sep/17
Minimum Level	Advanced (C1)
Lessons per Week	30
Course Duration	11 weeks

Teacher Training (TEFL Certificate)

Who is this course for?	Non-native English teachers who want to obtain TEFL Certificate for their further carrier.
Syllabus	This programme consists of three parts: General English, Classroom Observation, and EFL Theory & Methodology. In the morning, you will join in a very advanced level of General English classes to work on your areas of difficulty in English. In addition to the General English classes, you will have the opportunity to observe classrooms in different English levels being taught, so that you can see a variety of teaching styles and techniques. In the afternoon, you will receive EFL Theory & Methodology classes which covers program development, needs analysis, error analysis and correction, teaching grammar in theory, EFL material evaluation, etc.
Schedule	Morning programme: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Afternoon programme: 13:45-16:30, Mon – Fri * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: Jul/16 Other levels: Jul/16
Minimum Level	Mastery (C2)
Lessons per Week	35
Course Duration	2 weeks
Age Group	25+
Students per Class	English class: Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)

Wheelock College Summer Campus Program

Course Start	Beginners: Jul/02; Jul/09; Jul/16; Jul/23; Jul/30; Aug/06 Other levels: Jul/02; Jul/09; Jul/16; Jul/23; Jul/30; Aug/06
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	20
Course Duration	1-8 weeks

Academic Year / Semester Program

Who is this course for?	Students who want to perfect their English, improve their academic skills, and enhance their career opportunities for the future.
Syllabus	This programme covers all major English skills such as grammar, vocabulary, conversation, communication, listening comprehension, reading, pronunciation and writing. In addition to the General English, you can prepare TOEFL and/or Cambridge Examination through this program. If you plan to enter American University in the future, the school will also offer you a free university placement service during your study.
Schedule	Morning class: 9:00-12:45, Mon – Fri * Afternoon class: 13:45-15:30, Mon – Fri or Tue & Thu * 1 lesson = 50 min.
Course Start	Beginners: Jul/02; Sep/24 Other levels: Jul/02; Sep/24
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	24;30
Course Duration	34 weeks
Age Group	17+
Students per Class	Max. 12 (Max. 14 in July and August)

Academic Semester Program

Course Start	Beginners: Jul/02; Sep/24; Sep/26 Other levels: Jul/02; Sep/24; Sep/26
Minimum Level	Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week	30;24
Course Duration	22 weeks

Host family

Staying in an American Host family gives you the opportunity to practice your English in an informal setting. It also offers a first-hand glimpse into life in the United States.
Rooms	Single room	Bath	Shared Bathroom
Meal Options	Half board	Availability	All year
Location/ Travel time	Max. 60 minutes by public transport	Kitchen	No
Notes	Age: 17+ Cleaning: yes Laundry: yes Towels: yes Internet: no

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Boston is New England’s Capital city, a delightful and perfect blend of history and modernity with a colonial flair. It’s also the home of many leading Universities like Harvard.

Boston is called the pedestrian city for its comfortable walk ways, you can go from Back Bay to Beacon Hill, Newbury Street to North End, and there is something to offer every visitor from luxury boutiques and fine restaurants, to historic sites and numerous cultural museums.

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ELC Studio Apartments are ideal for students wanting to live in the heart of Back Bay, within walking distance from the school and the many nearby restaurants, cafes and shops.
Rooms	Double room	Bath	Private Bathroom
Meal Options	no board	Availability	All year
Location/ Travel time	15-20 Minutes walk	Kitchen	Yes (private)
Notes	Age: 17+ Cleaning: every 2 weeks (common area only) Laundry: in the building Towels: no Internet: free DSL connection with own laptop

International Guest House is an international student residence located in the heart of downtown Boston. If you don’t mind sharing the bedroom with other students, it is an ideal accommodation and you can make friends from all over the world.
Rooms	Shared room	Bath	Shared Bathroom
Meal Options	Half board	Availability	Jul/30 - Dec/31
Location/ Travel time	15 minutes walk	Kitchen	No
Notes	Age: 17+ Cleaning: every 2 weeks (common area only) Laundry: in the building Towels: no Internet: WI-FI access with connection fee

ESL Townhouse provides convenient and comfortable shared apartments for visitors coming to Boston. Here you can experience flat sharing with other language students or local university students.
Rooms	Double room	Bath	Shared Bathroom
Meal Options	no board	Availability	Aug/06 - Dec/31
Location/ Travel time	20 minutes by public transport, or 30-35 minutes walk	Kitchen	Yes (shared)
Notes	Age: 18+ Cleaning: every 2 weeks (common area only) Laundry: in the building Towels: yes Internet: free WI-FI access with own laptop

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English Courses in Boston

Language School ELC

Intensive English Course

Semi-Intensive English Course

Semi-Intensive Plus Course

Combination English Course

TOEFL Preparation Program

TOEIC Preparation program

English Plus Music

English Plus Dance

English Plus Yoga

Cambridge Preparation Program FCE (8 weeks)

Cambridge Preparation Courses

Cambridge Preparation Program CAE (8 weeks)

Cambridge Preparation Programs CAE (11 weeks)

Teacher Training (TEFL Certificate)

Wheelock College Summer Campus Program

Academic Year / Semester Program

Academic Semester Program

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