English Language
Programs
in
Washington, D.C.
Situated in the
capital of the United States, our Center enjoys a central location near
historic Embassy row - 15 minutes from the White House, the Capitol
building, the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument. Washington
is an exciting and sophisticated city of parks, tree-lined streets and
outdoor cafes, as well as elegant shops, trendy nightclubs, and a wealth
of national and historic monuments. The Discover
Washington, DC Elective Class lets you explore American culture and
history with your teacher by visiting the people and places of the
nation's capital city.
Visit the renowned
Library of Congress and the Smithsonian museums, including the Air and
Space Museum.
Plan weekend
excursions year-round to Philadelphia and New York City, winter ski trips
to Maryland, and summer beach trips to the Atlantic Coast.
ACTIVITIES
John F.
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Includes six theaters presenting drama, dance, ballet,music, comedy,
films and commissioned works. Home
of the National Symphony Orchestra, Washington Opera and American
Film Institute.
Lincoln Memorial
Overlooking the Reflecting Pool, Washington Monument and US Capitol,
the 19-foot marble statue of the 16th president is flanked by
inscriptions of his Second Inaugural Address and famous Gettysburg
Address.
US Capitol
Under the magnificent white dome, senators and representatives meet
to shape US legislative policy. Free guided tours start every 15
minutes.
White House
Home of every US president except George Washington. Tickets are
issued from 7:30 until noon, Tuesday-Saturday for a free public
tour. The White House Visitor Center provides an orientation and
brochure.
National Air & Space Museum
The world's most visited museum houses the Wright Brothers' 1903
Flyer, Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis, Apollo 11 lunar command
module, and an incredible collection of aviation and space
technology treasures. The theater and planetarium present
spectacular programs daily on flight and the constellations.
COURSES
OFFERED
Intensive English Course (30 lessons
per week)
Semi-Intensive English Course (20 lessons per week)
Business English
Cambridge Exam Prep Course
ELS TOEFL Prep Elective and TOEIC Test Prep Courses
Master Level
Course Profile:
-
12 levels of instruction from Beginning
to Masters
-
Course length: 4 weeks per level
-
Maximum class size: 15 in
Structure/Speaking Practice and Conversation
TUITION AND FEES (per Four-Week Session)
[Expenses listed are In US $ Dollars, per Four-Week
Session - from January-December 2002]
Tuition and Fees:
- $ 1325.00 Intensive English
OR
$ 920.00 Semi-Intensive English
- $60 Health Insurance
- $110 One-time application
fee
HOUSING
Campus Residence Hall, Homestay
Housing Options:
[Accommodation rates are subject to change. A housing deposit of US $125
is required only if ELS Language Centers is arranging your accommodations]
START DATES
2002:
January
7
February 4
March 4
April 1
April 29
May 27
June 24 |
July
22
August 19
September 16
October 14
November 11
December 9
|
Weather
Average
Temperatures
(in Celsius): |
| |
High |
Low |
| Winter |
6 |
3 |
| Spring |
18 |
7 |
| Summer |
31 |
20 |
| Fall |
19 |
9 |
GO TO
APPLICATION FORM |
