- American Conversation Partnerships and College class visits - Volunteer work opportunities - Free access to all campus facilities - Condition admission available with ELS level over 112 - Student residence on campus or host family option near the center
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Students from all over the world with different nationality and cultural background have chosen ELS program to study English in a new Environment. Majority of the students come from Asian countries including Japan (30%), Taiwan (25%) and Korea (20%). Some students from Central America (6%), Europe(9%) and Middle eastern countries (4%) have also chose ELS to enrich their English skills.
Conditional Admission
Associate, Certificate and Diploma programs accept students with over 109 level in ELS. Undergraduate issues a CLA to students.
ELS Language Centers, Portland (OR)About the
For over 50 years, students have chosen ELS to achieve their English language goals. With 12 class levels, state-of-the-art language technology centers, multiple testing services and university admission assistance, ELS ensures success through our personalized approach and commitment to student achievement. ELS' rapidly globalizing world presents many challenges; however, those challenges bring with them many opportunities. Being able to communicate effectively in English can help students make the most of these opportunities and enable student to accomplish his dreams. ELS International Pathways provide one with a seamless journey to further education. Students can study English with ELS in 83 different locations in 11 countries. By completing the ELS English for Academic Purposes program, student satisfy the English requirement for more than 650 ELS partner universities worldwide. ELS University Admission Services will guide students from start to finish as he progress toward his chosen university. Students will make new friends from around the world and come to understand their cultures. This will ensure one a successful journey through a rapidly changing, globalizing world.
Closed Concordia University(ELS Portland)About the
Concordia University is a private, Christian university located in Portland, Oregon. Established in 1905 as a University preparatory school, the institution added college classes in 1950 and the high school was split-off in 1977. The school of approximately 3,100 undergraduate and graduate students is affiliated with the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod and campuses across Oregon and is in the process of opening a law school in Idaho. The university has four colleges and eighteen majors. Athletic teams, known as the Cavaliers, are members of the Cascade Collegiate Conference and compete at the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics level.
Structure/Speaking Practice with emphasis on vocabulary enrichment and language technology
Benefit, Goal of this course : If students want to learn English while still having time to visit local cities and attractions, the ELS Semi-Intensive English program is the perfect choice! Student will take classes in the morning and have afternoons free to explore and use his improving English.
Curriculum : The development of important language skills and elements, such as listening, speaking,
pronunciation and vocabulary, allows him to communicate accurately and effectively.
Students practice conversation and other speaking skills using practical, real-world English. Students learn to write with accuracy and effectiveness, develop strategic listening skills and improve your use of grammar.
Students work on his individual language skills and objectives through technology-supported learning in our modern Language Technology Centers.
Contact America! provides student with regular opportunities to meet with native English speakers, visit
and observe university courses, listen to guest lecturers and participate in local excursions
Classroom Hour :
Monday through Friday/20 sessions per week 8:30-9:20-Language Technology Center
Structure/Speaking Practice with emphasis on vocabulary enrichment and language technology
Benefit, Goal of this course : If students want to learn English while still having time to visit local cities and attractions, the ELS Semi-Intensive English program is the perfect choice! Student will take classes in the morning and have afternoons free to explore and use his improving English.
Curriculum : The development of important language skills and elements, such as listening, speaking,
pronunciation and vocabulary, allows him to communicate accurately and effectively.
Students practice conversation and other speaking skills using practical, real-world English. Students learn to write with accuracy and effectiveness, develop strategic listening skills and improve your use of grammar.
Students work on his individual language skills and objectives through technology-supported learning in our modern Language Technology Centers.
Contact America! provides student with regular opportunities to meet with native English speakers, visit
and observe university courses, listen to guest lecturers and participate in local excursions
Classroom Hour :
Monday through Friday/20 sessions per week 8:30-9:20-Language Technology Center
9:30-10:20-Vocabulary Enrichment
10:30-11:20-Structure/Speaking Practice
11:30-12:20-Structure/Speaking Practice
Course Information
Class size
12 Students
Schedule
4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40 Weeks
Course Level
12 level
VISA Info
I-20 Issued Upon Request
Minimum age
12
Accommodation
Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2025Year schedule), has been finished. (2026Year schedule), has been updating
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Cancellation Policy
*If you withdraw after completing at least 50% of your booked course, you will not be
eligible for a refund.
If canceled within 28 days, $300 is retained for each 4-week session canceled less than 28 days in advance.
*If you enter the U.S.A. on a student visa sponsored by ELS and cancel your booked course or do not report for class, ELS will retain the first four weeks of tuition as a non-refundable fee if you have a booked course of four or eight weeks. If you have a booked course of 12 weeks or more, ELS will retain the first six weeks of tuition as a non-refundable fee.
*The application fee toward a new course for up to 12 months after your initially
scheduled start-date when you cancel your initial program.
*When you cancel your program, you will lose discounted tuition. But if you complete level 109 or 112 student will be fully refunded.
Structure and Speaking Practice, Vocabulary Enrichment, Language Technology Center
Benefit, Goal of this course :
Students who wish to study English while on vacation in the USA may do so in the ELS American Explorer Program.
Curriculum : This program features three morning lessons per day (Monday through Friday) for a total of 15 lessons per week. Afternoons are free for recreation and relaxation.
Classroom Hour :
Monday through Friday/15 lessons per week 8:30-9:20 Vocabulary Enrichment/Language
Structure and Speaking Practice, Vocabulary Enrichment, Language Technology Center
Benefit, Goal of this course :
Students who wish to study English while on vacation in the USA may do so in the ELS American Explorer Program.
Curriculum : This program features three morning lessons per day (Monday through Friday) for a total of 15 lessons per week. Afternoons are free for recreation and relaxation.
Classroom Hour :
Monday through Friday/15 lessons per week 8:30-9:20 Vocabulary Enrichment/Language
9:30-10:20 Structure/Speaking Practice
10:30-11:20 Structure/Speaking Practice
Course Information
Class size
12 Students
Schedule
4, 8, 12 Weeks
Course Level
12 level
Minimum age
12
Accommodation
Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2025Year schedule), has been finished. (2026Year schedule), has been updating
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Cancellation Policy
*If you withdraw after completing at least 50% of your booked course, you will not be
eligible for a refund.
If canceled within 28 days, $300 is retained for each 4-week session canceled less than 28 days in advance.
*If you enter the U.S.A. on a student visa sponsored by ELS and cancel your booked course or do not report for class, ELS will retain the first four weeks of tuition as a non-refundable fee if you have a booked course of four or eight weeks. If you have a booked course of 12 weeks or more, ELS will retain the first six weeks of tuition as a non-refundable fee.
*The application fee toward a new course for up to 12 months after your initially
scheduled start-date when you cancel your initial program.
*When you cancel your program, you will lose discounted tuition. But if you complete level 109 or 112 student will be fully refunded.
Focus of Study : English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is set out to provide students with the fundamental academic tools they will need in order to study abroad. EAP will be the initiative to students' pursuit of higher education.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Students who enroll in EAP program will ultimately aim for conditional admissions to ELS' 650+ partner universities. Students who complete all 12 levels of Intensive EAP courses will be issued a Certificate of Completion which will prove students' English proficiency at more than 650 universities.
Curriculum : Students at all levels will be offered Language Technology Center and Reading/Writing lessons. From beginner(101-103) to advanced(107-109), students will be provided with structure/speaking and vocabulary lessons while masters (110-112) will be provided with Skills Enhancement Class and Language Studies additionally.
Classroom Hour : English for Academic Purposes Sample Class Schedule*
Focus of Study : English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is set out to provide students with the fundamental academic tools they will need in order to study abroad. EAP will be the initiative to students' pursuit of higher education.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Students who enroll in EAP program will ultimately aim for conditional admissions to ELS' 650+ partner universities. Students who complete all 12 levels of Intensive EAP courses will be issued a Certificate of Completion which will prove students' English proficiency at more than 650 universities.
Curriculum : Students at all levels will be offered Language Technology Center and Reading/Writing lessons. From beginner(101-103) to advanced(107-109), students will be provided with structure/speaking and vocabulary lessons while masters (110-112) will be provided with Skills Enhancement Class and Language Studies additionally.
Classroom Hour : English for Academic Purposes Sample Class Schedule*
BEGINNER (101 - 103)
INTERMEDIATE (104 - 106)
ADVANCED (107 - 109)
MASTERS (110 - 112)
8:30 – 9:20
Structure/Speaking Practice
Structure/Speaking Practice
Language Technology Center
Skills Enhancement Class*
9:30 – 10:20
Structure/Speaking Practice
Structure/Speaking Practice
Vocabulary Enrichment
Language Technology Center
10:30 – 11:20
Language Technology Center
Vocabulary Enrichment
Structure/Speaking Practice
Language Studies
11:30 – 12:20
Vocabulary Enrichment
Language Technology Center
Structure/Speaking Practice
Language Studies
12:20 – 1:30
LUNCH
LUNCH
LUNCH
LUNCH
1:30 – 2:30
Reading/Writing**
Reading/Writing**
Reading/Writing**
Reading/Writing**
2:40 – 3:45
Reading/Writing**
Reading/Writing**
Reading/Writing**
Reading/Writing**
Course Information
Class size
15 Students
Schedule
4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40 Weeks
Course Level
12 level
VISA Info
I-20 Issued Upon Request
Minimum age
12
Accommodation
Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2025Year schedule), has been finished. (2026Year schedule), has been updating
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Cancellation Policy
*If you withdraw after completing at least 50% of your booked course, you will not be
eligible for a refund.
If canceled within 28 days, $300 is retained for each 4-week session canceled less than 28 days in advance.
*If you enter the U.S.A. on a student visa sponsored by ELS and cancel your booked course or do not report for class, ELS will retain the first four weeks of tuition as a non-refundable fee if you have a booked course of four or eight weeks. If you have a booked course of 12 weeks or more, ELS will retain the first six weeks of tuition as a non-refundable fee.
*The application fee toward a new course for up to 12 months after your initially
scheduled start-date when you cancel your initial program.
*When you cancel your program, you will lose discounted tuition. But if you complete level 109 or 112 student will be fully refunded.
(2025Year schedule), has been finished. (2026Year schedule), has been updating
Fees
School's Admin fee
Tuition
4 Week
8 Week
12 Week
16 Week
20 Week
(USD)$ 1,300 / Week
(USD)$ 2,600 / Week
(USD)$ 3,450 / Week
(USD)$ 4,600 / Week
(USD)$ 5,750 / Week
24 Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
(USD)$ 6,900 / Week
Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Airport Pickup
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Accommodation
Option1) Homestays in the area
Room Type: Singles
Meals: 14 meals per week
Min Age: 14
Key/Damage: None
Description: Home types vary, but in general, ELS host families live in safe neighborhoods in the Portland area. All homes are within 45 minutes by bus to the ELS center. ELS students will be assigned single rooms, some with shared bathrooms. All homes have wireless internet and provide students with 14 meals a week. ELS students will have access to laundry areas in the home.
Option2) Student Residence (on campus)
Location: Coates Hall 6400 NE 29th AvenuePortland, OR 97211
Room Type: Apartment style dorms with private bedrooms. Singles
Meals: Students receive a meal card with $205 per session to use on campus at the cafeteria, cafe or coffee shop.
Min Age: 17
Maximum age is 24.
Key/Damage: $300 is collected via credit card authorization form and charges are only applied for dorm violations, damages or lost keys.
Description: The apartment-style dorm is across the street from the Center. Each apartment has four single bedrooms, a shared kitchen, a bathroom and living space. Rooms include a bed, closet, desk, chair, high-speed Internet and cable TV connection. Linens and cleaning supplies are provided. Kitchens include refrigerator, stove/oven and cooking utensils. Self-service laundry machines are available for a small fee.
There is an on-campus resident assistant. Campus Security is present on campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Surrounding Area
ELS/Portland, located on the lovely Concordia University campus, is less than 30 minutes from downtown Portland. The fourth largest city on the West Coast, Portland is also the most affordable, with the lowest housing costs and no sales tax (Happy shopping!). Forbes magazine voted Portland the second “Safest City in the USA” and “America’s Best Downtown.” Students also enjoy fun activities at Mount Hood, the Oregon beaches and Seattle. Portland enjoys traditional Pacific Northwest weather, which includes rain, to help keep Portland beautifully green. Summers are warm and pleasant but a jacket is needed for cool evenings. December and January are the coolest months; warm winter clothing is recommended for these months.
Facilities
Baseball field, Basketball court(s), Cafeteria, Computer center, Fitness Center, Gymnasium, Health center, Language Technology Center (LTC), Library, Music practice room(s), Ping pong, Recreational park, Running track, Snack bar, Soccer field, Tennis court(s)
info for mother accompanying children
ELS Portland
Concordia University [Portland]
2811 NE Holman St. Centennial Hall Rm 10 Portland, OR 97211
We do have a public school on the campus of our host institution so the client could drop her child off at the same time as coming to campus for ELS classes. She will need to contact the Portland Public Schools and let them know of her intention before she arrives so she goes through the appropriate process for this. Also, the school year will start in the middle of August. Our first class starts at 8:30am and if she studies SEMI, she will finish at 12:25 each day
Ms. Shanshan 선생님은 중국계 미국인이라서 처음엔 걱정했는데, 역시 미국은 다민족 국가라서 그런지, 네이티브 아메리칸 이었어요. ELS건물이 콩코디아 빌딩과 에인스워스빌딩과 약간 떨어져있어요. 5분 거리라서 걸을만 하고 현대식 시설 정말 좋습니다.
홈스테이 신청했는데, 처음 배정받은 곳은 맞질 않고, 문제가 많아서 변경해주셨는데 2번째 집은 좋았습니다. Ms. Catherine 선생님은 문화차이인지 무시하는 것 같아서 좀 불편했습니다. 사우디아라비아 학생들과 잘 어울려서 즐거운 시간 보냈습니다.
무비자로 간거라서 오전수업만 받는 건데, 학교에서 업그레이드 해줘서 추가비용내고 오후까지 공부했어요.
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