Since 1961, ELS Language Centers has helped more than 1,000,000 international students from more than 140 countries around the world learn English quickly and effectively. Programs include: Intensive, Semi-Intensive and American Explorer English programs; Prep Program for the TOEFL ®iBT, GRE® and GMAT®; Business English; Vacation Learning Programs; Youth Programs; and Executive Programs. Over 50 great locations across the US, most on university campuses; state-of-the-art ELS language technology centers; no TOEFL required for admission to 600+ US colleges and universities with completion of ELS Intensive English programs; ELS University admission services.
total cost: Varies by housing choice and length of stay
average class size: 12
maximum class size: 20
current student count: NA
available housing options:
double dormatory, homestays
location information:
Located on a beautiful and safe university campus in a suburban section of San Rafael in Marin County. San Rafael is a prosperous small-city just 18 km north of San Francisco and close to Pacific beaches, wine country and well-known forests. Temperatures are moderate year-round.
application information:
To enroll at ELS, you must meet these requirements:
1) Meet the age requirement for the Center where you will be studying
2) Send the completed application form
3) Pay the ELS application fee
4) Submit your financial certification in English, if requesting a Form I-20
other programs/services:
ELS/San Rafael offers the following additional learning opportunities:
*TOEFL Ibt Testing Center
*American Conversation Partnerships
*College Class Visits and Auditing
*Volunteerism Experience
*Concurrent Enrollment at Host College
The center provides a wide range of services that include airport meeting, assistance with housing, cultural orientation, help with immigration matters, college admissions counseling, and sponsorship of a variety of social and recreational activities. All ELS Centers plan a wide range of activities for students, from sightseeing visits to local attractions, to sporting events, to trips to nearby theaters, museums, and restaurants, American conversation partners and, of course, excursions to shopping malls and amusement parks! Complement your English language studies in our new, state-of-the-art ELS Language Technology Centers. Available at all ELS locations, our Language Technology Centers offer students the opportunity to focus on individual skills that need improvement.
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