Center Information
Our ELS Language Center in Indianapolis, Indiana is located on the prestigious urban campus of Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) and is only a 10-minute walk from downtown business, shopping and entertainment. Indianapolis, the capital of the State of Indiana, has a reputation for safety, a low cost of living, cleanliness, world-class sports and hospitality, which attract many international students, visitors, and businesses.
Programs
Cost Per Session:
$1,575.00
Starting Date 2009:
July 27, August 24, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 14
Start Dates 2010:
January 11, February 08, March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
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The ELS Intensive English Program, our most popular program of study, will help you significantly improve your English skills, achieve greater fluency, and fully prepare you for university study in the USA. More than 550 universities, colleges and career schools accept completion of an advanced ELS level as meeting the English language requirement for admission.
Cost Per Session:
$1,210.00
Starting Date 2009:
July 27, August 24, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 14
Start Dates 2010:
January 11, February 08, March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
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The ELS Semi-Intensive Program is ideal for students who want to learn English while also having time to visit local cities and attractions. Students take classes in the morning and have afternoons free to explore and use their improving English.
Starting Date 2009:
July 27, August 24, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 14
Start Dates 2010:
January 11, February 08, March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
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This 6-hour per day program combines advanced language enrichment with one hour of GRE® language self-study and two hours of GRE® Test Prep strategies. Four or eight (recommended) week options are available. The maximum class size is 15.
Cost Per Session:
$1,150.00
Starting Date 2009:
July 27, August 24, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 14
Start Dates 2010:
January 11, February 08, March 08, April 05, May 03, June 01, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 13
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If you are planning a short vacation in the USA and would like to include some English classes, our American Explorer Program is perfect for you. Study English in the morning and enjoy the afternoons practicing your English while sightseeing and visiting local attractions.
Additional Learning Opportunities
IELTS Testing Center
If you wish to qualify for university admission through an IELTS score, you can take the test at our location. Click here for registration information.
American Conversation Partnerships
Interested in after-class conversation and friendship with an American student? Inquire after your arrival and we can arrange time with a native speaker.
College Class Visits and Auditing
ELS Intensive students (in key levels) can visit one or more college classes, depending on professor approval.
Scholarships/Discounts
After completion of the full ELS Intensive English Program qualified students may receive credit for ELS and/or tuition discounts at select host universities and colleges, once they matriculate.
Concurrent Enrollment at Host College
ELS students who have received conditional acceptance from the host college/university may have the chance to attend one or more individual college courses (for credit) while still studying in the Intensive English Program or Fast Track Program.
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Center Staff
Kim Bassler
Center Director: Kim is a native of Indiana. She has worked for ELS Language Centers in Indianapolis for over eighteen years. Kim studied Education at Indiana University and began teaching English at ELS Language Center shortly thereafter. She also has traveled and studied in other parts of the world. “I enjoy traveling to a new place, meeting new people and learning about other cultures. The best part of my job is that now I can do all of that right here at ELS!” Kim welcomes international students with Hoosier hospitality to cultural and sporting activities taking place in downtown Indianapolis. ELS in Indianapolis is located on the campus of IUPUI, and Kim is happy to talk with you about their 200 undergraduate, graduate, and PhD degree programs.
Jeremy Mast
Academic Director: Jeremy is also from Indiana. After completing a degree in English literature at Indiana University in Bloomington, Jeremy went on to get his master’s degree in TESOL/Applied Linguistics, also at IU. Since then, he has taught English in Ecuador, at Indiana State University, and in Chile. While in Chile, he was also the coordinator of a project called The American Corner. Now at ELS, Jeremy schedules the students in classes, monitors the testing, and oversees the teaching staff at our Center.
Janeth Vieira
Registrar: Janeth is from Colombia. She is an Attorney in Law in her home country and worked for the State Auditor. She has worked as a bookkeeper in Miami and she has assisted Spanish speakers with tax documents since moving from Florida to Indianapolis. Janeth manages student tuition, housing payments and bill paying. Janeth enjoys getting to know everyone.
Joshua Simpson
International Student Advisor: Joshua is recent transplant to Indiana – he originally hails from Chicago. During his tenure as a student at Valparaiso University, he spent a year working for the University of Reutlingen in Germany. Shortly after graduating with his B.A., he returned to Europe for some rest and
relaxation until he decided to move to Indianapolis. As the current ISA, he enjoys fielding questions from students about everything from immigration issues to questions about apartment around campus to which sports teams to root for. Always a glutton for knowledge, Josh particularly enjoys hearing the vast array of languages, and one day hopes to learn them all.