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POLY Languages Institute, Inc. (POLY) has assisted tens of thousands of students from all over the world in their pursuit of the language proficiency needed to reach their educational and career goals, or simply for their own self-improvement. As a result of our dedication and commitment to better educate and serve our students, we can confidently assure our students that we are one of the best educational institutes around.

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POLY, founded in 1970, opened its first center in Pasadena, CA and later added two additional centers in Los Angeles, CA and Irvine, CA. Each center is about 5,000 square feet in size and has about 100 students enrolled per term. At least 7 classrooms and a computer lab are designated to serve our students’ learning needs.

POLY is accredited by the CEA, the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation. This is the only specialized accrediting agency for English language programs and institutions in the United States.

ESL Programs:

Photo of English School in California We recognize that our students come from diverse cultures and academic backgrounds and that every student has different strenghts and weaknesses, interests, and needs. Our curriculum therefore is structured into distinct course types followed by test preparation courses:

- Listening/Speaking courses
- Reading and Writing courses
- Grammar courses
- Elective courses where the focus is on American pronunciation, American idioms or introduction to TOEFL iBT
- TOEFL iBT Test preparation courses

Our Mission:
The mission of POLY Languages Institute is to provide a fulfilling education to serious students and to create a positive learning environment. We are commited to providing excellent education and rendering great student services.

Teaching Faculty/Staff:
POLY teaching faculty members hold at least a bachelor’s degree and TESOL (Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages) or other equivalent certificates.

Our faculty members are commited to receiving ongiong training and endeavoring to fine-tune and improve their teaching approach. Additionally, they will listen closely to their students by reviewing the surveys done by their students. POLY conducts student surveys so our teaching faculty may better understand students' expectations and needs.

POLY staff members are committed to providing a quality education and satisfying services to our students. Our staff will maintain the highest standards in our effort to create an environment conducive to learning and assits you by providing services such as arranging accommodations, acquiring health insurance, setting up a bank account, obtaining a buss pass, and more.

Accreditation & Affiliations:

- Accredited by the CEA (Commission on English Language Program Accreditation)
- Approved to operate by the BPPE (Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education)
- A Member of the Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- A Member of the National Association of Foreign Student Affairs (NAFSA)
- Authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students

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Address: 5757 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 510 (MIRACLE MILE), Los Angeles, California , USA

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American Language Programs, Florida

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• Learn English in Florida with American Language Programs (ALP)!

• With courses available in Orlando, Miami, Boca Raton, Palm Beach & Kissimmee, we provide English language immersion homestay programs where the student stays in the home of their qualified English tutor.

• Whether you are a total beginner or have an advanced level of English, your English classes are designed to meet your individual needs. We teach students from around the world between the ages of 12 - 80.

• Lessons are offered at the convenience and agreement of both student and teacher. The family provides all meals plus they offer a minimum of one excursion per week. All of our teachers/homes are carefully inspected to ensure student comfort and safety.

• Our fees are competitive and lower than many other English programs. Students select the time of year, the number of study hours, and the level of their program. ALP is structured with the student in mind.

Student Testimonial:
"It's a wonderful way to improve one's English painlessly and discover the "real American life." During my third stay, I studied to take the TOEFL test; I obtained a score of 577 our of 587. I recommend this method."
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- Standard English Immersion Homestay program: 15, 20 or 25 hours English study per week with homestay / meals included.

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- Deluxe / 4-Star Course: This program includes the standard and business & specialized vocabulary programs while also offering the finest accommodations and meals

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HOFT Institute, Austin TX

Courses / Programs

• Located in beautiful Austin, the capital of Texas, HOFT Institute is a leading ESL school for international students and non-native English speakers in the United States.

• With 35+ years of experience in providing English language skills training to students from around the world, we offer a wide range of programs for individuals & groups at all levels, complete beginner to advanced.

• Students are welcome to join our year-round programs at any time.

• HOFT Institute is authorized to issue I-20 Certificates of Eligibility for international students seeking to study in the U.S on an F-1 student visa. Visitors on the B-1 tourist visa are also able to study at HOFT Institute during their shorter visit to the U.S. of up to 90 days.

• HOFT Institute has helped thousands of students gain the English proficiency they needed to succeed in top American colleges, universities and businesses.

• Whether you want to improve your general English skills or prepare for university entrance exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, GRE or GMAT, we can assist you. We have partnered with US colleges and universities to offer acceptance to students who complete our ESL program.

Student Review:
"I think the program is awesome. We really enjoyed it. It has a lot of exciting subjects including idiom and slang, news and media, academic writing, and pronunciation classes. All of these classes encourage speaking and conversations even beyond the academic life. Also TOEFL classes were helpful to us."
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• Basic beginner, elementary, intermediate, advanced English levels
• Spring, Summer, Fall programs
• Full-Time, Intensive English Program for F-1 Students
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• University Fast Track Program (Full-time)
• Workforce Readiness Program (4 weeks)
• TOEFL Prep Classes
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International Language Institute, Gaithersburg MD

Courses / Programs

• Study English in the U.S. with the International Language Institute (ILI) in Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland, just 15 miles north-west of Washington DC, and situated just south of Germantown MD.

• We provide a wide range of English as a Second Language (ESL) programs for beginner to advanced level students, including TOEFL preparation. Our English courses are available during the day, in the evening, and on Saturdays.

• Our mission is to provide high-quality language instruction and academic preparation, at a superior value, to satisfy the individual goals of those who choose to study for academic, professional, or personal reasons.

• Over the past 43 years, our company has seen steady growth and developed a strong reputation around the world and locally for quality language training and academic preparation at a superior value.

• Our English programs are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET). ACCET is a national accrediting agency listed by the United States Secretary of Education.

• We are authorized under Federal law to enroll individuals with a student visa as well as other non-immigrant foreign students. ILI also has a language school in Dupont Circle in the center of Washington DC.

Student Testimonial:
"Not only have I improved my language skills, but I’ve also made great friends. Among those friends are teachers who have very effective ways of teaching and make learning less daunting."
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• Intensive English Program (IEP) - 16 weeks

• TOEFL Preparation course (4, 8 or 12 weeks)

• Private English lessons in your home, workplace or our institute

• Evening English classes

• Weekend (Saturday) English courses

• Semi-private English tutoring

• Special group classes (3+ students of the same level)

• Business / Corporate English Training (Idiom Courses; Accent Reduction Courses; Grammar & Practice; Vocabulary Development; Readings in American Culture & Conversation)

• Homestay Program (with a local family)

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Kaplan International Los Angeles

Courses / Programs

• Study English in Los Angeles at one of Kaplan International's two English language schools in Los Angeles CA. A range of courses are offered at both schools to help you advance your professional or academic career.

• Find the right English language school and course in Los Angeles with Kaplan International today and achieve your language learning goals!

• Both of our Los Angeles English schools offers language courses of varying lengths and levels of intensity, with frequent start dates throughout the year.

• One of our schools is located in LA’s Westwood district (next to Beverly Hills), and the other is on Whittier College’s friendly campus (East Los Angeles area). Citizens from 84 nationalities have attended our Los Angeles ESL schools in the last year.

• Students can also personalise courses through electives and study sessions to match their language goals.

• With over 40 English schools worldwide, Kaplan International is a world leader in English language education and has been teaching English as a foreign language since 1967. Our English language schools in Los Angeles are accredited by ACCET.

• Kaplan International also has schools in Huntington Beach (Orange County) and Santa Barbara CA.

Student Review:
“The Kaplan Experience is unique in your life. The opportunity to live in a different country, learn about other cultures, improve your English and meet wonderful people made this experience the best in my life."
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Quality English Language Courses:
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• General English Academic Semester/Year
• Intensive English courses
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Exam Preparation Programs:
• GMAT Test preparation
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New York Language Center

Courses / Programs

• Founded in 1985, New York Language Center (NYLC) is an English language school with four locations in one of the most dynamic cities in the world - in Upper West Side Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan, Jackson Heights in Queens, and The Bronx.

• NYLC has established itself as one of the largest and most respected English language schools in the New York area. We provide unparalleled English language instruction to students from around the world of all levels - beginner, intermediate & advanced.

• We offer intensive English, TOEFL exam preparation and Business English classes designed to fit your individual needs. We have classes on weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings & weekends, depending on the location.

• F1 visa / I-20 students are accepted at New York Language Center in any Intensive Language Program of English.

• NYLC - Midtown, Upper West Side & Jackson Heights are accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA).

• Whether you live in New York or are visiting from abroad, our affordable and convenient courses make NYLC the ideal choice for your language education. Our teachers are all dedicated ESL teaching professionals.

Student Review:
"Definitely, I couldn’t have chosen any better option than NYLC for my English studies. It's not just for the fun time you can have there. It's for the people you meet there. NYLC combine a great study methods with a patient and committed team of teachers who become your friends."
- Samuel, Venezuela

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The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale

Courses / Programs

• Learn English in sunny Florida with The Language Academy (TLA)!

• Situated in Fort Lauderdale, north of Miami, TLA provides English courses to international students & business executives from around the world, including General English, Intensive English, & TOEFL preparation.

• Our internationally-renowned English language school has received the prestigious ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training) accreditation, and is recognized by the US Department of Education, so you can be assured of high-quality English instruction.

• Known as the "Venice of America", Fort Lauderdale on Florida’s Gold Coast, is one of America's safest, cleanest and wealthiest cities, and is internationally famous for its white sand beaches & mild weather.

• The quality mix of TLA and its beautiful surroundings make it a smart choice of location to study English in the USA. TLA's Department of Student Affairs offers homestay, apartment & hotel accommodation.

• All students take a placement test that will ensure that they are placed in the class that best meets their needs.

• Our English teachers focus on your interests and learning goals. TLA plans a weekly program of activities providing an opportunity to have fun, practice your English and meet American people.

• You are encouraged to participate in cultural activities & field trips outside of school, and fully benefit from your visit to the U.S.

Student Review:
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• Homestay program with local host family

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