ELS Language Centers at the University of La Verne: La Verne (CA)
1886 Third Street, La Verne, California 91750, USA
ELS Language Centers at the University of La Verne: La Verne (CA)
£ 150 discount for all courses and accommodations from 12-52 weeks Show details »
The Intensive English curriculum is designed for students who want to learn the language as quickly as possible within a short period of time. There are 30 morning and afternoon lessons per week. You will learn the key fundamentals of the English language in conjunction with vital study and classroom skills that will lead to success, including:
Key Language Skills: Our English courses cover all essential language skills such as: listening, speaking, reading, writing, pronunciation, and grammar. You will learn to speak with clarity, listen carefully, and gain the writing competencies necessary to complete your academic assignments with ease and accuracy.
Skills Enhancement Classes: ELS Centers offer Skills Enhancement Classes dedicated to subjects such as American Idioms, American Film, Current Events, and American Culture – enabling you to not only learn the English language, but to become part of the conversation and acquire the academic skills to succeed in higher education. Skill Enhancement Classes encompass two hours per day. In Levels 101-103, students work on Beginning Conversation and another skill area. In Levels 104-106, students focus on academic reading, writing, listening, or speaking skills. Starting in Levels 107-112, students work on academic skills such as reading, writing, listening, speaking, presentations, and note-taking.
Applied Learning: Students practice conversation and speaking skills using practical, real-world English. They learn to write with accuracy and effectiveness, develop strategic listening skills and improve their use of grammar. In the United States, Contact America! allows you to meet with native English-speakers, practice conversing while using real-world English, and listen to guest lecturers.
Key University Success Skills: To succeed in a US college or university, you will need more than just basic English language skills. Our program focuses on teaching you critical thinking, how to deliver presentations, public speaking, note-taking, academic research, and more. There are also more than 600 universities, colleges and career schools accept completion of an advanced ELS level as meeting the English language requirement for admission.
ELS recommends that students select a duration in 4-week increments (4 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks, etc.). Durations under 4 weeks (2 or 3 weeks) and in non-4-week increments may be available if space permits. These durations require special request and must be approved by the ELS Center Director.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 12 students |
Maximum | 15 students |
Age range | 14 years old and older |
Average | 23 years old (20 in the summer) |
La Verne is a safe and small city, just east of Los Angeles. It is near world-class surfing beaches and attractions such as Disneyland® and Universal Studios Hollywood® and renowned museums. The Center is located on the University of La Verne campus near a residential community that provides a friendly, small-town atmosphere.
ELS students have access to a modern and inviting Campus Center centrally located on the university campus, with access to gaming lounges, recreational activities as well as Starbuck's Coffee. ELS students also have access to outdoor basketball courts where they can easily meet University students for a game of pick up basketball. The fitness center, which houses a cardio room as well as a weight lifting room, is available to all ELS students free of charge.
The nationality and age mix at ELS Language Centers at the University of La Verne: La Verne (CA) varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 23. In the summer, the average age is 20.
ELS does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
La Verne is a safe and small city that is located about 45 minutes east of Los Angeles. It is located near beautiful and popular beaches and attractions such as Disneyland, Universal Studios Hollywood and distinguished museums. The Center is located on the University of La Verne campus near a residential community full of small businesses that provides a friendly, small town atmosphere. There are plenty of small shops and restaurants in the area with good public transportation. The population of La Verne is about 32,000 people, so it's fairly small compared to largea cities in the area. The University of La Verne has less than 9,000 students with 2,700 in undergraduate and 2,100 graduate (2014-2015).
Area Attractions
La Verne is located east of Downtown Los Angeles (museums, concerts, sporting events) and Hollywood, Beverly Hills and many great beaches
Beautiful small campus located in a suburban community
Year-round mild to warm weather
Universal Studios, Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, Six Flags Magic Mountain
Museums: Getty Center, LACMA, Science Center, Natural History
Concerts: Hollywood Bowl, Disney Concert Hall, Staple Center, Microsoft Theater; Professional
Sport teams: LA Lakers, LA Clippers, Anaheim Angels, LA Dodgers, LA Kings, Anaheim Ducks and LA Galaxy
Old Town Pasadena and Huntington Library & Gardens
San Dimas State Park (horseback riding) and Raging Waters, Southern California's largest water park
18 hole golf course nearby
Shopping Malls (Eastland Center, West Covina Plaza, Montclair Plaza & Ontario Mills)
Transportation: Bus (Foothill Transit) and train (Metrolink)
Local Transportation
Local buses serve local La Verne vicinity for about $1.00 per ride or $35 per month for a bus pass. Students can also use the Metrolink train from the Pomona North station in nearby Pomona (3 km) to go to Los Angeles Union Station ($10 roundtrip weekends).
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in La Verne. These homes are often around 45 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 17+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about student residence accommodation
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.
Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $110 when you register.
Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to La Verne based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.
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