Closed rand Valley State University(ELS Grand Rapids)  ELS Language Centers, Grand Rapids, MI

Urban   Homestay   On-Campus Dorm/residence   Private language institute (at University)   Conditional Admission (0) Location : America > Michigan State Establishment : 1961 Enrollment : 300 Airport Pickup : Yes Address   GVSU Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences 301 Michigan NE, Fifth Floor Room 546 Grand Rapids , MI , 49503 Contact Info   Telephone : +1 (616) 331-9222   Fax : +1 (616) 331-9223   Website : http://www.els.edu Intensive Online Plus Program(ION+) APPLY Now  Basic Info Why This School? - High level college class visits - Conditional admission with 112 ELS level, without TOEFL scores - Free access to all campus facilities - Weekend trips possible to beaches, Detroit or Chicago, Niagara Falls - ELS Grand Rapids is a 15-minute bus or car ride away from downtown Grand Rapids, the 2nd largest city in Michigan 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. 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 school issues a CLA to students.   ELS Language Centers, Grand Rapids, MIAbout 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 rand Valley State University(ELS Grand Rapids)About the Grand Valley State University is a public liberal arts university located in Allendale, Michigan. The school was established in 1960 and its main campus is situated on 1,270 acres approximately 12 miles west of Grand Rapids. Classes are also offered at the university's growing Pew Campus in Downtown Grand Rapids in Holland. GVSU is a comprehensive coeducational university serving more than 20,000 students as of fall 2012 from all 83 Michigan counties and from other states and foreign countries. It's listed as one of America's 100 largest universities as well as the fifth largest in Michigan in terms of enrollment, and employs more than 2,000 people with over 800 full time faculty and 1,200 supporting staff. GVSU has been noted for its sustainability efforts, ranking as high as 16th in the world for environmental-friendly university management.   Brochure 브로슈어보기  Intensive Online Plus Program(ION+) APPLY Now  Info breakdown About This Course Focus of Study : Benefit, Goal of this course : Curriculum : Classroom Hour : Course Information Schedule 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 Weeks Accommodation Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence  Intensive Online Plus Program(ION+) APPLY Now  Info breakdown About This Course Focus of Study : Benefit, Goal of this course : Curriculum : Classroom Hour : Course Information Schedule 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 Weeks Accommodation Homestay, On-Campus Dorm/residence Qualification N/A Course Schedule (2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year 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 (USD)$ 300 Accommodation Fee Terms Homestay On-Campus Dorm/residence Off-Campus residence 4weeks(Single, 14meals per week) (USD)$ 952 4weeks(Single delux, No meal, Private bathroom) (USD)$ 1072 4weeks(Single, No meal) (USD)$ 912 Airport Pickup (USD)$ 95 Other Charges Remarks / Other Information * Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.   Accommodation Homestay Room Type: Singles Meals: 16 meals per week. Homestay families provide 16 meals per week to students. This includes breakfast and dinner every day of the week and lunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Homestay families are willing to accommodate special diet restrictions due to allergies, religion, and personal preferences. Many families enjoy teaching their students how to cook American dishes, and in turn, the students enjoy teaching their homestay families how to cook traditional dishes from their home country. Min Age: 14 ELS Grand Rapids has a welcoming group of American families that are eager to host international students. These families have wonderful homes-many of the families have children, grandchildren, or pets living in their home. Grad Rapids Host families have a genuine interest in sharing American culture as well as learning the background of the students. ELS takes great care in finding families that fit both student needs and preferences to ensure a positive homestay experience. All families provide a private bedroom with breakfast and dinner on weekedays and all three meals on weekends. Many of the families are near free Rapid public bus lines. If the homestay is not on the public bus line, the family may choose to bring their students to and from school every day. Student Residence (on campus, Winter Hall) 32 Winter Avenue SW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Room Type: Singles, Singles Deluxe Meals: No meals included. Min Age: 18 Key/Damage: $300 refundable key / damage deposit collected at check in. Winter Hall is conveniently located in downtown Grand Rapids, on Grand Valley State University's Pew Campus. The student residence is located directly across the street from GSVU's library and cafeteria, and nearby to a variety of restaurants, shopping and entertainment options. Students can take a free local public bus (the Rapid) to the ELS Center. The bus ride takes about 20 minutes. Students enjoy the fact that the dorms are located on GVSU's downtown Grand Rapids campus as there is more entertainment, cultural, art, and food options when living in the center of Grand Rapids. The center (where students will attend classes) is located on GVSU's Allendale campus, and this campus is a beautiful and safe place to study. Single option: Private bedroom in a shared suite-style unit. Shared suite-style bathroom and kitchen. Single Deluxe option: Completely private space. Student has a private bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen. Amenities Include: Full size refrigerator and stove Dining table and chairs Microwave available in the student lounge Fitness Center and recreation area Community lounge area Linens are also included and can be changed weekly On-site laundry facilities   Surrounding Area ELS/Grand Rapids is located next to the Allendale campus of Grand Valley State University. Grand Rapids, the second largest city in Michigan is 20 minutes away. Allendale is located within 30 minutes of the beautiful beaches of Lake Michigan and a little more than two hours from Chicago. West Michigan, iwth its beaches, blueberry patches and four seasons is safe, and the people are welcoming and friendly. The Grand Rapids area is big enough to provide many ways to practice English, and includes many events throughout the year. Art Prize, the Festival of Arts, Griffins Ice Hockey, Whitecaps baseball and many musical concerts are on offer for entertainment. International students are sure to enjoy life while studying at ELS/Grand Rapids.   Facilities Basketball courts, cafeteria, computer center, fitness center, gymnasium, language technology center, library, music practice room, Racquetball/Squash courts, Recreational park, running track, snack bar, soccer field, swimming pool, tennis court, wheelchair accessible  Location   3D School view  Photo Album  Media  Questions     Review 0 Reviews Class Quality School Facility, atmosphere 5 1 Faculty & School's Counselor Outdoor Activity Accommodation Quality 0