- Students can live in Santa Barbara, one of the most beloved cities in the world - Conditional Admission status is available for students - Interact with diverse student population in Santa Barbara
Upon successful completion of the program, students may gain conditional acceptance to schools.
ELC English Language Center - Santa BarbaraAbout the
In 1978, ELC was established to provide the best language education system, and since them the center has offered help to international students. There are centers both on West coast and East coast. The ELC offers a variety of programs that can be helpful to students of different ages, and different needs. Students can have free academic advising for college application process. By employing highly qualified and dedicated instructors and by utilizing a dynamic and comprehensive curriculum, ELC provides the perfect environment for rapid language improvement. ELC also offers students extensive support services to ensure that their stay in the United States is culturally as well as educationally enriching. ELC is an ACCET accredited language school and member of IALC, NAFSA, AAIEP, TESOL, ALTO, ACCET and other organizations as well as an authorized test administration site for Cambridge, TOEFL and TOEIC examinations.
Focus of Study : ELC focuses on providing program that has the right level, contents, and effectiveness for the student. Students can cover all fundamental English skills (listening, reading, writing, speaking)
Benefit, Goal of this course : ELC is great in that it not only provides help inside the class but also outside of the class as well. The ELC provides plenty of opportunities for students to practice English and socialize with students from diverse culture. Students can also have great experience on the weekends while improving their English abilities.
Curriculum : This 20-lesson per week program is ELC's most popular and covers all of the major language skills including: grammar, vocabulary, conversation, pronunciation, listening comprehension, reading, and writing. All intermediate and advanced students also have a choice of electives two afternoons per week. Students in the Intensive English Program study Monday through Friday during sections A, B and C on the course schedule listed below. Section A is Grammar Structure & Usage and focuses not only on teaching students the rules for grammar usage, but also on giving students the opportunity to practice using grammar in both speaking and writing. Section B is Conversation, Listening, Vocabulary, and Pronunciation Monday through Friday. Section C is Reading and Writing. Students practice speaking in English and listening to and understanding English spoken by native speakers. Teachers also give feedback and special exercises to help students improve pronunciation.
Focus of Study : ELC focuses on providing program that has the right level, contents, and effectiveness for the student. Students can cover all fundamental English skills (listening, reading, writing, speaking)
Benefit, Goal of this course : ELC is great in that it not only provides help inside the class but also outside of the class as well. The ELC provides plenty of opportunities for students to practice English and socialize with students from diverse culture. Students can also have great experience on the weekends while improving their English abilities.
Curriculum : This 20-lesson per week program is ELC's most popular and covers all of the major language skills including: grammar, vocabulary, conversation, pronunciation, listening comprehension, reading, and writing. All intermediate and advanced students also have a choice of electives two afternoons per week. Students in the Intensive English Program study Monday through Friday during sections A, B and C on the course schedule listed below. Section A is Grammar Structure & Usage and focuses not only on teaching students the rules for grammar usage, but also on giving students the opportunity to practice using grammar in both speaking and writing. Section B is Conversation, Listening, Vocabulary, and Pronunciation Monday through Friday. Section C is Reading and Writing. Students practice speaking in English and listening to and understanding English spoken by native speakers. Teachers also give feedback and special exercises to help students improve pronunciation.
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
Students can either live in off-campus residences or choose to have a Homestay experience. Off-campus residence offers more privacy and independence, whereas Homestay allow students to be moreexposed to English using environment. Either way, students are encouraged tomake their housing arrangements as early as possible due to the limited amountof space available. American Homestays Most ELC students are eager to take advantage of the family homestay opportunity available year-round. Along with the chance to improve conversational skills, homestays can create warm friendships that last a lifetime. Features Fees & Charges Available year-round Located near ELC Santa BarbaraArrival on Saturday before the course; departure on Saturday after the course Single room (unless otherwise requested) Choose your meal plan: half-board (breakfast and dinner) or breakfast onlyAverage commute to ELC : 30 - 60 minutes via public transportationShared bathroom Facilities vary Free Wi-Fi (if available)Minimum age : 17 years old
Santa Barbara Residence The Santa Barbara Residence is a newly renovated, clean and simple accommodation, conveniently located about 30 minutes to ELC. The studio style room includes a fully equipped kitchen and ample workspace. Complimentary high-speed wireless internet access, weekly housekeeping and "grab and go" breakfast are included in the price. This accommodation is perfect for students looking for centrally located, independent living. Features Fees & Charges Available year-round Located on Calle Real, Santa Barbara Arrival on Saturday before the course; departure on Saturday after the course Single or double room (available for two people traveling together)Breakfast only Average commute to ELC : 20 minutes via public transportPrivate bathroom Kitchen Free Wi-fi Minimum age : 18 years old
Surrounding Area
ELC/Santa Barbara is located in downtown Santa Barbara, a friendly town on the Southern California coast. Known as the“American Riviera,” Santa Barbara is famous for its sunny weather, Spanish-style architecture and lively college town spirit. Santa Barbara is one of the safest cities in California and offers excellent public transportation. On weekends, students can experience the excitement of nearby Los Angeles. With close proximity to many attractions, Santa Barbara is the perfect home base for exploring Southern California and the Pacific Coast. Santa Barbara is known for its year-round mild climate and casual atmosphere. Sportswear of all types is appropriate during summer, and evenings are mild and pleasant. Winter evenings are cool (a jacket will be required), but most days tend to be sunny, warm and breezy.
Facilities
Free high-speed wireless,Student lounge,13 iMac student computers,Free academic tutoring hall,12 classrooms,Downtown Santa Barbara location
Activity
Students can always explore the world famous LA downtown, Hollywood, Universal Studio and other famous sites. Students can also join various social events and attend a sporting event. There are other entertainment and shopping area nearby as well.
ELC
is at Santa Barbara, Boston and other places in the US, so I was sure about the
quality of the institution. Also I guarantee 100% that ELC will improve your English
dramatically. I went to an institution in California. Santa Barbara is such a
beautiful place with a nice beach side. The weather is absolutely amazing.
Santa Barbara is known to be the safest place in California, and the public
transportation is well developed. ELC Intensive program is from 4~24 weeks, and
you can choose. The course is 30 hours per week (6 hours a day), and it is
separated into a morning and an afternoon class. After a level test, students
get placed in the suitable classes. The best part about ELC is that you get to
meet so many international friends. It isn’t just English study, it also
comprise socializing. This was a unique experience for me. I got to understand
the culture difference and I was able to see and feel what it is like to be
with foreigner friends. The school was near LA, so I hanged around in the city,
played in the beach and socialized with new people. If you are trying to look
for a language institution, I highly recommend ELC for high quality education
and unique experiences I had as well.
ELC 는 LA,산타바바라,보스턴 등등 여러곳에 센터가 있는 유명한 어학원이기 때문에 혹시 ELC로 어학연수 하시는분들이라면 영어실력향상에 있어서는 100프로 보장할 수 있습니다. 저는 캘리포니아 쪽으로 어학연수를 가려고 학교를 알아보다가 ELC로 다녀오게되었어요. 산타바바라는 캘리포니아 남부 해안쪽 도시인데 정말 날씨가 따뜻하고 예쁜 도시에요. 캘리포니아에서 가장 안전하고 대중교통이 발달한 곳이기도 하구요. ELC 집중 영어프로그램은 4주~24주까지 원하는 기간동안 공부할수 있고, 전반적인 영어학습을 하게되요. 일주일에 30시간 (하루에6시간) 오전,오후로 수업이 나뉘구요. 레벨테스트를 본 후에 수준에 맞는 반에서 공부를하게되요. 그리고 ELC만의 특징을 꼽자면 세계 여러나라에서 학생들이 오는 점이에요. 단순히 혼자 영어공부를 하는게 아니라 다른 국가의 다른인종 친구들과 함께 생활하고 함께 공부한다는것이 얼마나 특별하고 좋은 기회인지 알 수 있었어요. 영어가 느는것과 더불어서 외국인들의 생활을 이해하게되고 외국인들의 사고방식이나 문화의 차이에대해서 이해하게 되는 좋은 기회였던 것 같아요. 학교에서 조금만 가면 LA이기 때문에 주말에는 친구들과 LA에 가기도하고 바다에서 놀기도하고, 집에서 자기 나라의 요리를 해서 먹어보는 파티도 했어요. 학교에서도 수업 이외 시간에는 외국인 친구들과 교류할수 있는 기회를 많이 만들어주기 때문에 그점이 정말 좋았어요. 아직 학교를 정하지 못하신 분들이라면 ELC로 가셔서 수준 높은 영어강의는 물론 다양한 경험들을 하고 돌아오셨으면 좋겠네요.
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