International Language Academy of Washington DC ("ILA") is located 30 minutes outside of the heart of Washington DC in Mclean, Virginia. ILA is an accredited language school specializing in teaching English as a Second Language for students who are pursuing their education in the USA. Whether you are preparing for a degree program or simply wish to improve your English proficiency skills for daily or professional use, ILA's trained teachers will help you meet your goals through a mix of classroom teaching and social activities.

ILA partners with many universities and colleges throughout the USA for students who wish to transfer to a degree program after completing classes with ILA. Guaranteed acceptance into the University of Mary Washington is offered or conditional acceptance into numerous other universities is offered to students who complete ILA's English Program. These programs ease the application process and save international students time and money when earning their bachelors, masters or PhD.

Visit ILA to see the school's modern facility with a student lounge, computer lab, library and kitchen available to all students! The school is metro and bus accessible. In addition to qualified instructors with bachelor or masters degrees and years of teaching experience, ILA offers small class sizes and a diverse student body to provide the best student support possible. Student Services also coordinates regular field trips to museums, parks, national monuments and other local events for students to practice their English and have fun in different settings outside the classroom.

Homestays and housing options are available for international students!

Programs Offered Include:

-Intensive and Semi-Intensive English
-Academic and General English
-English for Diplomats
-Conversation Classes
-One-on-One Tutoring
-Business English
-Legal English
-Medical English
-Au Pair and Childcare English
-Communication Skills
-TOEFL/IELTS Test Preparation
-GRE/GMAT Test Preparation
-University Bridge Programs for Degree Seeking Students
-University Pathway Program for Degree Seeking Students
-Summer Programs (for schools, churches or other large groups as well as individuals)