Destination guide
Coverage: 99 schools and 126 campuses published so far. Research is substantial for this country but not exhaustive.
Languages taught here: English
Country notes reviewed 17 October 2026.
As published by Study in the States (US Department of Homeland Security) on 2026-10-17: a stand-alone English programme is offered by a school that lists only English language training on its Form I-17; a combined programme is offered by a school that lists English alongside other programmes. English language training must be accredited by an agency recognised by the US Department of Education, and a full course of study is 18 clock hours per week (classroom-based) or 22 (lab-based); online courses do not count toward that requirement. Check the official page, rules change. official source
As published by Study in the States on 2026-10-17: students accepted by an SEVP-certified school must take additional steps before entering the United States, and F and M students must follow a specific set of rules based on their student type and education level. The page links to separate guides on maintaining status and the Form I-20. Check the official page, rules change; nothing here promises a visa. official source
As published by CEA on 2026-10-17: the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation describes its mission as accreditation of English language programmes and institutions worldwide, and states that it is recognised by the US Secretary of Education. official source
As published by ACCET on 2026-10-17: the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training is a peer-review accreditor founded in 1974, recognised by the US Department of Education, and it accredits Intensive English Programs among other continuing-education providers. official source
126 campuses from 99 schools, listed A to Z by school name. Paid placements are labelled and never change this order.
Champaign, Illinois
The English language institute of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. It offers a full-time Intensive English Program in fall and spring 15-week terms and a…
University language centre · intensive, academic
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
New Orleans, Louisiana
University-based intensive English programme for international students at the New Orleans campus of LSU New Orleans.
University language centre
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Riverside, California
Intensive English programme offered by the professional and global education unit of the University of California, Riverside, alongside pathway programmes.
University language centre
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Greensboro, North Carolina
Intensive English programme of INTERLINK International Institutes located on the campus of the University of North Carolina Greensboro.
University language centre · general, intensive
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Washington, Washington, DC
Language institute in downtown Washington, D.C. teaching English and many foreign languages through group and private classes in person and online.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Boulder, Colorado
The International English Center at the University of Colorado Boulder provides English language instruction for international students and professionals, including…
University language centre · general
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
McLean, Virginia
English language academy in McLean, Virginia, offering Academic English, General English and part-time English programmes with monthly sessions.
Independent language school · academic, intensive, university prep, general
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Washington, Washington, DC
Language school in Washington, DC, established in 1970, teaching English and foreign languages in person, hybrid and live online formats.
Independent language school · private
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Northampton, Massachusetts
Non-profit language school founded in 1984 in Northampton, Massachusetts, teaching English and several world languages in person and online.
Independent language school · general, intensive
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Honolulu, Hawaii
English as a second language school in Honolulu, Hawaii, founded in 1991, with student-visa and short-term programmes and private lessons.
Independent language school · private
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Brookline, Massachusetts
English language school in Brookline, Boston, offering Intensive English, Business English, test preparation and tutoring in person and online.
Independent language school · general, intensive
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Manhattan, Kansas
English Language Program of Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, offering non-degree English classes and pathway options, online or in person.
University language centre
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Boston, Massachusetts
The US English language centres of Kings Education, located on college campuses in Boston and New York. They offer general, intensive and exam-preparation English…
School group · general
Tuition
From US$460 per week
Across 1 course, 2026. Original currency.
New York City, New York
The US English language centres of Kings Education, located on college campuses in Boston and New York. They offer general, intensive and exam-preparation English…
School group · general
Tuition
From US$410 per week
Across 1 course, 2026. Original currency.
Sandy Springs, Georgia
Atlanta-area non-profit whose ESL programme (English for Successful Living) offers English classes for adults at its community centre in Sandy Springs.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Boca Raton, Florida
English as a second language school in Boca Raton, Florida, for students aged 16 and older, with a leveled program of studies.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
El Paso, Texas
Language training institute in El Paso, Texas, teaching English and Spanish in person and online, with intensive, customized and short courses.
Independent language school · general, intensive
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Los Angeles, California
English language school founded in 1987 with campuses in Downtown Los Angeles, Torrance and Placentia, offering ESL, conversation, business English and test preparation.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Placentia, California
English language school founded in 1987 with campuses in Downtown Los Angeles, Torrance and Placentia, offering ESL, conversation, business English and test preparation.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
Torrance, California
English language school founded in 1987 with campuses in Downtown Los Angeles, Torrance and Placentia, offering ESL, conversation, business English and test preparation.
Independent language school
Tuition
Weekly tuition not confirmed
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