ELS Language Centers - Bristol, Rhode Island

Since 1961 ELS Language Centers has taught English to millions of students from over 140 countries who have found our programs are an effective way to learn English quickly. ELS distinguishes itself by providing excellent customer service and value for your money. During our more than 40-year history, ELS had become the world's largest network of campus-based, English language instruction centers with over 40 locations in the USA. Students choose ELS for many reasons: our experience, variety of locations, our exclusive ELS textbooks, ELS-organized social activities, housing options, professional and caring staff, and the fact that more than 550 USA colleges, universities and career schools accept completion of our ELS LEVEL in place of the TOEFL.

ELS/Bristol (opening on September 12, 2005) is located on the beautiful 57-hectare waterfront campus of Roger Williams University (RWU) in the historic seaport town of Bristol, Rhode Island in New England. The campus is only 20 minutes from historic Newport, 30 minutes from Providence and one hour from Boston. The RWU campus is right along the scenic Narragansettt Bay and within easy reach of popular nature trails ans water sports. Nearby beaches also offer water sports and live entertainment.

ELS uses the proven communicative approach to language learning. This appropach makes for lively, interactive classes where students engage in a wide range of activities. Classes are held Mondays through Fridays during the daytime. The Intensive English Program (30 lessons per week) is a complete English program with classes including: Structure/Speaking Practice, Reading/Writing, Electives (including Conversation) and Multi-Media Lab. Our Semi-Intensive English Program (20 lessons per week) provides students with the opportunity to improve their English skills while exploring cities in the USA. The Semi-Intensive Program (morning only) classes include: Structure/Speaking Practice, Conversation, Electives and/or Multi-Media Lab. Electives vary but may include TOEFL Preparation, American Idioms, Pronunciation, and others. [Note: 2 and 3 week abreviated study option also available upon request.]

On-campus dormitory is available to ELS students and features shared rooms with shared bathrooms. Rooms offer free local telephone. Free Internet access is also available. Meals included in campus cafeteria. Homestays feature single rooms living with an American family. Most homestays require a short bus ride to reach the ELS Center and students are responsible for their own transportation. Daily breakfast and dinner is included.

Bristol's location right on the Bay and its close proximity to several historic towns (including Boston) offer lots of outdoor recreation and cultural attractions.