Welcome to the Study Abroad Guides directory of ESL Programs in Washington. Click on a school name to visit its web site...

Central Washington University
University English as a Second Language Program (UESL)
Ellensburg, Washington (where is it?)

The University English as a Second Language Program at Central Washington University offers classes to prepare students for entrance to American colleges and universities, or for their professional careers. Ellensburg is a safe, and friendly town, and students can live in college dormitories with American students. The UESL Program emphasizes individual attention to students' academic and non-academic needs.Our experienced professional teachers have Master's degrees in teaching English as a second language. We offer interesting elective classes such as TOEFL,TOEIC, Introduction to Computers, and Travel USA. Students in the highest level take "supervised visitations" to regular academic classes...

Average Class Size: 12 ESL Program Size: 85-100 Housing Options: Dormitory. Sessions Begin: January, March, June, September. Campus Setting: Small Town/Rural Email: schiemer@cwu.edu

Eastern Washington University
English Language Institute
Cheney, Washington (where is it?)

The English Language Institute is located on the beautiful 350 acre Eastern Washington University campus in Cheney, Washington. Cheney is a peaceful town located only 24 kilometers from Spokane, a major metropolitan city of 300,000. Cheney & Spokane are linked by a efficient, modern bus system. The main goal of the English Language Institute (ELI) is to prepare student to enter further academic studies and professional arenas. The faculty are experienced language techers with master's degrees and are regularly available outside of class for advising and individual help. In class, the active use of English is emphasized; teachers use a variety of current methods and techniques....

Average Class Size: 12 ESL Program Size: 90-100 Housing Options: Dormitory. Sessions Begin: January, March, June, September. Campus Setting: Small Town/Rural Email: mhenderson@ewu.edu

Gonzaga University
Gonzaga University English Language Center
Spokane, Washington (where is it?)

Gonzaga University is a beautiful university located in Spokane, Washington. It was founded in 1887 by Fr. Joseph Cataldo and is named after Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, a patron saint of youth. The Gonzaga University English Center has been a fine ESL program since 1978. Graduates of the program have achieved success in education, business, engineering and many other careers in the United States and almost every country around the world. The ELC is located within the University and is surrounded by a beautiful campus and friendly people...

Average Class Size: 10 ESL Program Size: 50 - 75 Housing Options: Dormitory, On-Campus Apartments. Sessions Begin: January, March, May, June, August, October. Campus Setting: Urban Email: elc@barney.gonzaga.edu

International Language Institute of Seattle
ESL Program
Seattle, Washington (where is it?)

I.L.I. of Seattle is a nationally-accredited language school, recognized for excellence in its programs, curriculum, and staff. Our programs combine classroom learning with real-life experiences that allow learners to improve their language ability while gaining experience that helps them reach their goals. I.L.I. of Seattle is located in a vibrant metropolitan setting, within minutes of all major bus lines and an award winning City Library, the oldest continuously-operated public market in the United States, and a wide variety of shops, department stores, and restaurants. Seattle is recognized as a national leader in technology and quality of life, and the fine arts and theater communities in Seattle are very active...

Average Class Size: 8 (with a 12-student Maximum) ESL Program Size: 30-120 Housing Options: Homestay, Hotel, Private Apartment, Shared Houses. Sessions Begin: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. Campus Setting: Urban Email: ili@speakeasy.org

Seattle Central Community College
International Education Programs
Seattle, Washington (where is it?)

Seattle Central Community College is Washington's leading two-year college and one of the best in the USA. With over 10,000 students, including more than 700 international students, the college population is both dynamic and diverse. The Seattle Central Institute of English is one of the largest and most successful ESL programs among two-year colleges in the USA. Tuition is very affordable, and the many excellent academic courses prepare international students well for transfer to universities such as the University of Washington, UCLA, Boston College, University of Colorado, and many other fine universities. The campus is located on Capitol Hill, which overlooks the safe and friendly city of Seattle, Washington...

Average Class Size: 15 ESL Program Size: 350 Housing Options: Dormitory, Homestay, Private Apartment. Sessions Begin: January, April, June, September. Campus Setting: Urban Email: iepsccc@sccd.ctc.edu

Tacoma Community College
English as a Second Language Program
Tacoma, Washington (where is it?)

Tacoma Community College (TCC) has won national recognition for academic excellence. The college has offered successful programs for international students for over twenty-five years, and welcomes students for English langauge, academic and vocational studies. At TCC, the ESL program is an integral part of the college, not a separate language institute. Students are issued an I-20 by TCC, which grants them full admission to the college and access to all facilities and programs. In the ESL program, students can take beginning through advanced classes in reading/writing, grammar/speaking, conversation/pronounciation, and American culture...

Average Class Size: 20 ESL Program Size: 200 Housing Options: Homestay, Private Apartment. Sessions Begin: January, March, June, September. Campus Setting: Suburban Email: dlong@tcc.tacoma.ctc.edu

Western Washington University
Intensive English Program
Bellingham, Washington (where is it?)

The Intensive English Program (IEP) provides a variety of English language courses that are primarily designed to prepare international students for academic study at American colleges and universities. We have an American conversation partners program. We provide individual academic and personal counseling. Our program activities go to Seattle, Vancouver, BC Canada, Mt. Baker and San Juan Islands. Access to all major facilities at Western such as computer labs, library and gym.

Average Class Size: 12 ESL Program Size: 40-60 Housing Options: Dormitory, Homestay. Sessions Begin: January, March, June, September. Campus Setting: Urban Email: srobin@cc.wwu.edu

Whatcom Community College
English Language Program
Bellingham, Washington (where is it?)

Bellingham is a small, friendly, and safe city in a moderate climate surrounded by the waters of Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains. Whatcom Community College is fully accredited with excellent academic programs. Many students transfer to universities, and various vocational programs are available. Life on campus is relaxed and friendly with opportunities for involvment in various student-sonsored and social activities. The English Language Program is staffed by teachers tarined in ESL, with many years of teaching experience, and who are willing to assist students in learning and adjusting to a new culture. In addition to acquiring reading, writing, grammar, and communication skills, students learn about and participate in American cultural life...

Average Class Size: 15 ESL Program Size: 20 - 45 Housing Options: Dormitory, Homestay, Private Apartment, Shared Houses. Sessions Begin: January, February, April, May, July, August, September, November. Campus Setting: Small Town/Rural Email: cchadwell@whatcom.ctc.edu

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