- Located on the beautifully wooded campus of the University of North Dakota - Enjoy men's national championship hockey games in the best college hockey facility in the country - Free access to all campus facilities - Number of activities outside of academic settings - High ratings of Intensive general English program by students
Top Native Language by Center
Students from all over the world with different nationality and cultural background have chosen ELS program to study English in a new Environment. Nationalities of students include Arabic (78%), Chinese (11%), and Japanese (6%). The percentage may vary each month.
Conditional Admission
With over level 112 in ELS, students can be accepted to Bachelor and Master's programs. Both Undergraduate and Graduate schools issue a CLA to students.
ELS Language Centers, Grand ForksAbout 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_University of North Dakota(ELS Grand Forks)About the
University of North Dakota is a public research university located in Grand Forks, North Dakota. UND is the oldest and largest university in the state and was founded as a university with a strong liberal arts foundation and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a doctoral/research-intensive institution. UND offers a variety of professional and specialized programs, including the only schools of law and medicine in the state, but is perhaps best known for its John D. Odegard School of aerospace Sciences which trains air traffic controllers and pilots from around the world. It is the first university to offer a degree in unmanned aircraft systems operations. UND specializes in aerospace, health sciences, nutrition, energy and environmental protection, and engineering research. Several research institutions are located on the UND campus including the Energy and Environmental Research Center, the School of Medicine and Health Sciences, and the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center.The University’s School of Aerospace Sciences is a world-renowned center for aerospace learning, nationally acclaimed for achievements in collegiate aviation education, atmospheric research, space studies and computer science applications. The University is also well recognized for its leadership in the field of energy engineering and entrepreneurship.
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
17
Accommodation
Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2025Year schedule), has been finished. (2026Year schedule), has been updating
All ELS students must have medical insurance. The Student Health Plan is offered to ELS students at a non-refundable fee of $160 per four-week course.
*Housing Reservation Prepayment
Housing is optional. Four weeks of housing fees required to confirm
*Airport Pick-Up Fee :Airport pickup is optional.
*Materials and Technology Fee:Each Student pays a non-refundable materials and technology fee of $100 at the beginning of each four-week course.
Cancellation and refund policy
a)If ELS accepts your application, but you cancel your booked course, the application fee will not be refunded. However, should you cancel your booked course, you may apply your application fee toward a new course for up to 12 months after your initially scheduled start-date.
b)If your visa application is rejected or you cancel your booked course prior to the start date and you have not entered the U.S.A. on a student visa sponsored by ELS, ELS will refund all tuition and fees (except the application fee and courier fee).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.
c)Standard Programs (Intensive English, Semi-Intensive English, American Explorer, Business English)If you withdraw during the first four weeks of your booked course, ELS will retain the first four weeks of tuition and fees as a non-refundable fee. You will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund on any remaining weeks of your booked course. This refund will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for the actual length of study.
*California centers' cancellation and refund policy may vary.
a)If you withdraw after the first four weeks of your booked course and have not completed at least 50% of your booked course, you will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund. This refund will be calculated from your last recorded day of attendance and will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for your actual length of study. ELS counts any part of the week that you studied as a full week of attendance for refund calculations.
b)If you withdraw after completing at least 50% of your booked course, you will not be eligible for a refund.If you extend the length of your booked course and withdraw from the course before completing 50% of the extended portion of your booked course, you will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund of the booked extension. This refund will be calculated from your last recorded day of attendance and will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for the actual length of your extended study. ELS counts any part of the week that you studied as a full week of attendance for refund calculations. If you extend the length of your booked course and you have completed 50% or more of the extended portion of the booked course, you will not be eligible for a refund.
Program Changes
There is a one-time $150 program change fee if you change your enrollment from the Intensive English program to the SemiIntensive or American Explorer program after your first four weeks of enrollment. No program changes are permitted within the first four weeks of a booked course.
Housing Cancellation and Refund PolicyIf canceled within 28 days, 50% of the housing costs of the first session (up to four weeks) will be refunded.
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
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
17
Accommodation
Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2025Year schedule), has been finished. (2026Year schedule), has been updating
All ELS students must have medical insurance. The Student Health Plan is offered to ELS students at a non-refundable fee of $160 per four-week course.
*Housing Reservation Prepayment
Housing is optional. Four weeks of housing fees required to confirm
*Airport Pick-Up Fee :Airport pickup is optional.
*Materials and Technology Fee:Each Student pays a non-refundable materials and technology fee of $100 at the beginning of each four-week course.
Cancellation and refund policy
a)If ELS accepts your application, but you cancel your booked course, the application fee will not be refunded. However, should you cancel your booked course, you may apply your application fee toward a new course for up to 12 months after your initially scheduled start-date.
b)If your visa application is rejected or you cancel your booked course prior to the start date and you have not entered the U.S.A. on a student visa sponsored by ELS, ELS will refund all tuition and fees (except the application fee and courier fee).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.
c)Standard Programs (Intensive English, Semi-Intensive English, American Explorer, Business English)If you withdraw during the first four weeks of your booked course, ELS will retain the first four weeks of tuition and fees as a non-refundable fee. You will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund on any remaining weeks of your booked course. This refund will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for the actual length of study.
*California centers' cancellation and refund policy may vary.
a)If you withdraw after the first four weeks of your booked course and have not completed at least 50% of your booked course, you will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund. This refund will be calculated from your last recorded day of attendance and will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for your actual length of study. ELS counts any part of the week that you studied as a full week of attendance for refund calculations.
b)If you withdraw after completing at least 50% of your booked course, you will not be eligible for a refund.If you extend the length of your booked course and withdraw from the course before completing 50% of the extended portion of your booked course, you will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund of the booked extension. This refund will be calculated from your last recorded day of attendance and will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for the actual length of your extended study. ELS counts any part of the week that you studied as a full week of attendance for refund calculations. If you extend the length of your booked course and you have completed 50% or more of the extended portion of the booked course, you will not be eligible for a refund.
Program Changes
There is a one-time $150 program change fee if you change your enrollment from the Intensive English program to the SemiIntensive or American Explorer program after your first four weeks of enrollment. No program changes are permitted within the first four weeks of a booked course.
Housing Cancellation and Refund PolicyIf canceled within 28 days, 50% of the housing costs of the first session (up to four weeks) will be refunded.
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
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
12 Students
Schedule
4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40 Weeks
Course Level
12
VISA Info
I-20 Issued Upon Request
Minimum age
17
Accommodation
Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2025Year schedule), has been finished. (2026Year schedule), has been updating
All ELS students must have medical insurance. The Student Health Plan is offered to ELS students at a non-refundable fee of $160 per four-week course.
*Housing Reservation Prepayment
Housing is optional. Four weeks of housing fees required to confirm
*Airport Pick-Up Fee :Airport pickup is optional.
*Materials and Technology Fee:Each Student pays a non-refundable materials and technology fee of $100 at the beginning of each four-week course.
Cancellation and refund policy
a)If ELS accepts your application, but you cancel your booked course, the application fee will not be refunded. However, should you cancel your booked course, you may apply your application fee toward a new course for up to 12 months after your initially scheduled start-date.
b)If your visa application is rejected or you cancel your booked course prior to the start date and you have not entered the U.S.A. on a student visa sponsored by ELS, ELS will refund all tuition and fees (except the application fee and courier fee).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.
c)Standard Programs (Intensive English, Semi-Intensive English, American Explorer, Business English)If you withdraw during the first four weeks of your booked course, ELS will retain the first four weeks of tuition and fees as a non-refundable fee. You will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund on any remaining weeks of your booked course. This refund will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for the actual length of study.
*California centers' cancellation and refund policy may vary.
a)If you withdraw after the first four weeks of your booked course and have not completed at least 50% of your booked course, you will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund. This refund will be calculated from your last recorded day of attendance and will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for your actual length of study. ELS counts any part of the week that you studied as a full week of attendance for refund calculations.
b)If you withdraw after completing at least 50% of your booked course, you will not be eligible for a refund.If you extend the length of your booked course and withdraw from the course before completing 50% of the extended portion of your booked course, you will be eligible for a prorated tuition refund of the booked extension. This refund will be calculated from your last recorded day of attendance and will be calculated by week based on the weekly price for the actual length of your extended study. ELS counts any part of the week that you studied as a full week of attendance for refund calculations. If you extend the length of your booked course and you have completed 50% or more of the extended portion of the booked course, you will not be eligible for a refund.
Program Changes
There is a one-time $150 program change fee if you change your enrollment from the Intensive English program to the SemiIntensive or American Explorer program after your first four weeks of enrollment. No program changes are permitted within the first four weeks of a booked course.
Housing Cancellation and Refund PolicyIf canceled within 28 days, 50% of the housing costs of the first session (up to four weeks) will be refunded.
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Accommodation
기숙사 전경 기숙사 룸 내부 기숙사 룸 내부
입실에 필요한 최소 연령 및 비용(세션당)
숙소 종류연령2014년 비용
캠퍼스 내 학생기숙사 Wilkerson Hall18$1,100
홈스테이17$775
캠퍼스 내 학생 기숙사
위치3450 University Avenue Grand Forks, ND 58203
룸 타입2인실
식사식사 포함 (10식 주당)
정보Description: Shared typical on campus dorm room. Shared hallway bathrooms. Rooms include in room computer line & cord, cable TV line & cord, and ARH programming. Students also have access to the complex computer labs, residence hall fitness center and services provided by the complex centers. Linens, blankets and pillows are provided. A limited number of singles available upon special request (for extra cost). Students clean their own rooms during their stay. Self-service laundry machines are available in the same dormitory building for a small fee.
Security: Dormitories are secured. There is one resident assistant for each floor or wing (approximately one for each 40 students).
Reserve by: Reserve through ELS Central Admissions at the time of the application. Housing deposit is required to reserve.
전형적인 캠퍼스 내 공동 기숙사이며 공동 욕실을 사용합니다. 기본적인 시설에 인터넷을 사용할 수 있도록 되어 있으며 , 침대 시트, 타올, 이불, 베개 등은 제공되며 이 기숙사는 1인실, 2인실 을 학생의 기호에 맞추어 선택 할 수 잇습니다. Fitness center 와 컴퓨터랩실도 이용가능하며 학생들이 음식도 아주 맛있다고 적극 추천하는 센터이며 사우디아라비아 학생도 꽤 많습니다. .세탁실은 약간의 비용을 지불하면 이용할 수 있으며 학생들은 기숙사에 머무는 기간 동안 스스로 방 청소를 하여야 합니다
홈스테이
룸 타입1인실
식사식사 포함 (14식 주당)
정보Description: Host family students are responsible for their personal transportation. Most students arrive at the campus by bus. Some families are close and provide bicycles for our students. Some families are also within walking distance of the campus.
대부분의 학생들은 버스를 이용하여 캠퍼스로 통학합니다. 어떤 홈스테이 가정들은 학생들을 위해 자전거를 제공하여 주기도 하며 어떤 홈스테이 가정은 캠퍼스에서 걸어서도 갈 수 있을 정도로 가까운 거리에 위치하여 있습니다.
숙소옵션기숙사 Wilkerson Hall홈스테이
Rooms2인실1인실
Meals식사 포함 (10식 주당)식사 포함(14식 주당)
Age Minimum18세 17세
Check-in04:00pm-10:00pm 일요일12:00pm-10:00pm 일요일
Check-out11:30am 토요일01:00pm 토요일
기타사항-학생들은 반드시 몇시에 도착 하는지를 홈스테이 주인에게 알려야만 그 시간에 홈스테이 가족이 학생을 맞이 할 수 있음
비용(세션당)$1,100$775
ELS센터에서 평균 소요시간
장소소요시간 (단위 : 분)이동방법
Wilkerson Hall5도보
홈스테이20-30버스, 자전거
공항10-15택시
은행2도보
시내중심가10-20버스(10), 도보(20)
우체국2도보
레스토랑10-15도보
쇼핑몰, 아울렛10-15버스
버스, 지하철 정류장2도보
Minneapolis/ St. Paul240자동차
Winnipeg, Canada150자동차
기온
섭씨최저최고
봄-112
여름1428
가을113
겨울-20-9
Student Residence (On Campus)Location: Wilkerson Hall 3450 University Avenue 3450 University Avenue Grand Forks, ND 58203Room Type: DoubleMeals: 10 meals per weekMin Age: 18Key/Damage: NoneDescription: Shared typical on campus dorm room. Shared hallway bathrooms. Rooms include in room computer line & cord, cable TV line & cord, and ARH programming. Students also have access to the complex computer labs, residence hall fitness center and services provided by the complex centers. Linens, blankets and pillows are provided. A limited number of singles available upon special request (for extra cost). Students clean their own rooms during their stay. Self-service laundry machines are available in the same dormitory building for a small fee. Security: Dormitories are secured. There is one resident assistant for each floor or wing (approximately one for each 40 students). HomestayLocation: Homestays in the areaRoom Type: SingleMeals: 14 meals per weekMin Age: 17Key/Damage: None requiredDescription: Host family students are responsible for their personal transportation. Most students arrive at the campus by bus. Some families are close and provide bicycles for our students. Some families are also within walking distance of the campus.
Surrounding Area
ELS/Grand Forks is located on the beautifully wooded campus of the University of North Dakota on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. On campus, students can enjoy men’s national championship hockey games in the best college hockey facility in the country. Students can also enjoy any student run organizations and school events held inside campus. The location is best suited for students who wish to focus on studying in a quite rural area. Outside of campus, students can enjoy number of outdoor activities.
Facilities
Aerobics & other fitness classes (fee), Baseball field, Basketball court(s), Billiards (pool), Cafeteria, Climbing wal,l Computer center, Fitness Center (fee), Golf course nearby (fee) GymnasiumHealth center,Ice skating rink, Language Technology Center (LTC), Library, Music practice room(s), Ping pong, Racquetball/squash Courts, Running track, Snack bar ,Soccer field, Swimming pool (indoor), Tennis court(s), Volleyball court(s), Wheelchair accessible
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