Description
Created in 1961, ELS will show you a different lifestyle
and it will help you to improve your knowledge of the
language and culture of the United States. Well-known
by its cordiality and individualistic spirit, the "City
of the Bay" is a cultural and financial center. San
Francisco is a compact city, and the best way to explore
it is by foot, crossing its colorful ethnic zones. ELS
is located in the heart of San Francisco.
Lodging
The options include: host family houses, student’s
residences and apartments. In many cases, the lodging
arrangements can be done before arriving to the United
States.
Academics
ELS offers two English courses: Intensive and Semi-Intensive.
The Intensive Program has 30 weekly lessons and up to
twelve levels - that go from beginner to advanced and
"masters” levels. Before the beginning of the
classes, the student takes a test to determine his level
an how much he /she can speak, understand and write in
English. There are also special programs, including TOEFL
preparation and personalized instruction.
The Semi-Intensive English course was designed for those
who want to make good use of the classes and also have
free time to explore the environs and practice English
outside the classroom. It has 20 weekly lessons, with
emphasis on the communication skills and the practice
of the everyday English, with flexible schedules for the
beginning of each session and twelve learning levels,
from beginners to "masters".
Activities
In a short travel by bus, the students can visit Fisherman's
Wharf, Chinatown or Union Square. They can also escape
for a day to the majestic forests of Muir Woods, Stinson
Beach, the Monterrey bay or to the vineyards zone of California,
or for a weekend to the Yosemite National Park, the lake
Tahoe and the historical gold county.
ELS
/ San Francisco
1825 Sacramento Street, piso 3
San Francisco, CA 94109
Tel: (415)561-0438
Fax: (415)561-0439
Email: sf@els.com
Web: www.els.com
