ELS Language Centers - Charlotte, NC

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/Charlotte is located on the beautiful campus of Queens University of Charlotte in an affluent, quiet neighborhood of Charlotte. The modern city of Charlotte offers a wide variety of cultural activities from pop music concerts and opera to museums. The downtown area is only 10-15 mins from campus by bus. Housing is very convenient. ELS/Charlotte is also a great choice for student families.

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 by location but usually include TOEFL Preparation, American Idioms, Pronunciation, and others. [Note: 2 and 3 week abreviated study option also available upon request.] This location also offers private and combination private/group instruction through our Special Programs division. The Super-Intensive English Program is fully customized one-on-one instruction for 1 or more weeks (20, 30, 45 or other hours per week. The English for Executives Program combines 15 hours of group instruction with 15 hours of private customized instruction per week (30 lessons total per week) and is offered for 2 or more weeks.

On-campus dormitory is available to ELS students and features shared typical double rooms with hallway bathrooms. Each room offers local telephone access and a combo microwave/refrigerator. Meals included in campus cafeteria. Homestays feature single rooms living with an American family. Most homestay families drive the students to and from ELS during the class week. Other homestays are within walking or biking distance. Daily breakfast and dinner is included. Reasonable apartment options are available in the local area upon special request.

Charlotte offers various cultural attractions within an easy reach and is also accessible to North Carolina beaches for summer swimming and fun in the sun.