THE ELI PROGRAM - helping you get ahead in today's global society

The ELI provides seven levels of quality instruction, starting from high beginner (for those that have studied English for at least one to two years in a high school or college) to high advanced. You'll be given a comprehensive placement test so that you'll learn the most in a class that's right for you.

You'll work with instructors who are experienced professionals in the Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESL). All have Master's degrees, extensive teaching credentials, and a wide variety of interests they bring to your classroom. You're sure to benefit from their dedication to teaching. Your learning experience, your adjustment to a new culture, and your well-being are important to them.

Your classes will be small - no more than 15 students in a class whenever possible. Your classmates will come from many interesting countries. Together you'll share learning adventures as you make new discoveries about language, learning, culture...and yourself.

GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY in FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA - introducing one of America's most innovative universities:

A dynamic learning institution emphasizing high technology, public policy, and the fine and performing arts.

More than 700 renowned scholars and teachers, including a Nobel laureate, Guggenheim Foundation award winners, and widely published experts from a broad range of studies.

More than 100 undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs available to some 24,000 students, including more than 900 international students from more than 100 countries.

677 beautifully wooded acres in Northern Virginia just 30 minutes from Washington, D.C. An easy-to-use transportation system provides quick access to local historic sites as well as museums, galleries, shops and popular attractions.

Exhibits, films, lectures, athletic competitions and special events throughout the year.