English Language Courses in Chicago

About Chicago, Illinois, USA

Study English in Chicago

Located in the center of the United States along the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago is a vibrant and world-class city. It's the third most populated city in the United States, behind New York and Los Angeles.

Rich in history, Chicago is situated in the state of Illinois and wraps around Lake Michigan's southern coast. It is home to one of the world's tallest skyscrapers (the Sears Tower) and is one of the USA's most important centers of finance, culture and international commerce.

The English School in Chicago

The academic center in Chicago is located in the fascinating Chicago Loop, the center of Chicago and the modern business destrict with theaters and shopping. From here it is just a short journey to the parks which border Lake Michigan.

Facilitiesa at the schoool include an IT lab, library and students hall.

English Language Courses in Chicago, Illinois

General English

  • Program: 20 lessons per week of 45 minutes each
  • Course duration: minimum of 2 and up to 52 weeks
  • Starting dates: any Monday of the year
  • Levels: from beginner to advanced
  • Students per class: maximum of 15
  • Minimum age: 18 years old

Intensive English

  • Program: 20 General English lessons + 7 supervised individual study
  • Other details: same as the General English Course

Super Intensive English

  • Program: 20 General English lessons + 8 electives + 7 supervised individual study
  • Other details: same as the General English Course

TOEFL Preparation Course

  • Program: 20 academic English lessons + 15 structured study lessons
  • Course duration: 4 to 16 weeks

GMAT or GRE Preparation Course

  • Program: 20 structured study lessons + 12 lessons of GMAT or GRE preparation
  • Course duration: 12 weeks

Accommodations

Families

Carefully chosen by the school itself, participating host families are located a 15-45 minute walk away. These typical North American families welcome students and provide them with a pleasant atmosphere in which to practice and improve their language skills. The student will have an individual room and the meal plan will be half-board every day of the week.

University Campus

This is a great way to make friends and live the life of a typical American student. Students will reside with both American and international students, eat meals together in the cafeteria and share the sports installations. The residence is just 25 minutes from the school and students will have a single room. Residences have a kitchen.

Cultural Activities

Chicago, one of the most attractive cities in the United States, offers its visitors endless opportunities of things to do during their free time. Take in a Chicago Bulls basketball game, stroll along Lake Michigan, or go to the top of the Sears Tower- the country's tallest building.

Enjoy great shopping, go out to dinner in one of the famous restaurants on the "Magnificent Mile," and visit art galleries, museums and boutiques.

Chicago's cultural calendar brimming year-round with hundreds of shows, exhibitions, festivals and special events. Students can easily enjoy them after class hours and on weekends.

Highlights

  • Excellent teaching staff
  • Destination with few Spanish-speakers
  • One of the most dynamic cities in the USA

Prices & Dates

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