ELS Cleveland, USA
Case Western Reserve University 11321 Juniper Rd Stone Commons, Room 109 - OH 44106 Cleveland - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Indoor swimming pool
- E-learning platform.
- Tennis courts.
What we dislike about the school
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 45% of students are from Japan
- Cancellation fees if visa is rejected.
Venue: ELS Cleveland is located on the campus of Case Western Reserve University in the state of Ohio. Cleveland is situated on the southern shore of Lake Erie, across from Canada. This geographical location has been a key element in Cleveland’s history, as the Great Lakes were and still are a major thoroughfare for the import and export of goods. Cleveland is a city with a very interesting history; it has often played a part in popular political movements: abolitionism, labour movements, and alcohol smuggling during the United States’ prohibition era.
The Experience: Studying at ELS Cleveland on the Case Western Reserve University campus gives students a real opportunity to interact with other students and integrate in campus life. Case Western is ranked among America’s top universities, excelling particularly in the fields of law, medicine & biomedical sciences, engineering and business. ELS students have access to many of the campus facilities, alongside local students, including the sports complex, gymnasium, library and indoor swimming pool.
Programmes: The main focus at ELS Cleveland is on pathway programmes and preparing students for further studies at an American university or college. They have agreements with several local institutions and upon successful completion of their ELS course, students will fulfil the English language requirements for conditional admission to programmes at their partner schools, such as Case Western’s own Law programme.
Getting around: Cleveland’s public transportation system has been voted among one of the best in the country. It includes both bus and light rail and is highly efficient. ELS Cleveland is about a 15 minute walk from the closest metro station, Little Italy University Circle, on the red line. Case Western Reserve runs a free shuttle bus service on and around campus which also stops at the station. The Little Italy University Circle station is on a direct line to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) and travel time between the two is about 45 minutes.
English Courses
General Language
Semi-Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 18 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$510$485 / week More
Semi-Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 18 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$510$485 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 510 485 | 1,020 969 | 1,530 1,454 | 2,040 1,938 | 3,060 2,907 | 4,080 3,876 | 5,100 4,845 | 7,520 7,144 | 9,400 8,930 | 10,560 10,032 | 15,840 15,048 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
26 Jan 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026, 28 Dec 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 18 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive Course
30 lessons per week | 18 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$570$542 / week More
Intensive Course
30 lessons per week | 18 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$570$542 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 570 542 | 1,140 1,083 | 1,710 1,625 | 2,280 2,166 | 3,420 3,249 | 4,560 4,332 | 5,700 5,415 | 8,480 8,056 | 10,600 10,070 | 12,000 11,400 | 18,000 17,100 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
26 Jan 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026, 28 Dec 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 18 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
American Explorer15 lessons per week | 18 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$450$428 / week More
American Explorer
15 lessons per week | 18 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$450$428 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1,350 1,283 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,250 2,138 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,050 3,848 | 4,500 4,275 | 5,040 4,788 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
26 Jan 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026, 28 Dec 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 11:20 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 18 / Average: 14
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for ELS include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free access to swimming pool
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
Computer room1/13
Cleveland bridge2/13
Case Western Reserve University3/13
Ice skating4/13
Library5/13
Campus 6/13
Cleveland bridge7/13
Cleveland downtown8/13
Classroom9/13
Track10/13
Case Western Reserve University11/13
Case Western Reserve University12/13
Case Western Reserve University13/13
ELS
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree80% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 60% male / 40% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at ELS.
- Year of school foundation
- 1976
General school facilities
Fridge for student use
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Printer for student use
Gym
Basketball court
Soccer field / football pitch
Tennis courts
Table tennis
Indoor swimming pool
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free coffee
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with organizing transportation
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
- Number of public PC workstations: 30
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Japan | 45% |
| Saudi Arabia | 21% |
| Brazil | 6% |
| Korea | 6% |
| China | 4% |
| USA | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 16% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 60% |
| 25-34 years | 20% |
| 35-50 years | 15% |
| >50 years | 5% |
- Average number of students
- In summer: 35Throughout the year: 39
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 7Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
- Average age of students
- In summer: 29 yearsThroughout the year: 24 years
Information for all courses offered by ELS
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $200
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately $28 per week.
- Comments about courses
Extra fees:
Student Health Insurance: USD 50 per week.
Facility Fee: USD 20 per week.
Recommended Start Dates:
26 Jan, 23 Feb, 23 Mar, 20 Apr, 18 May, 15 Jun, 13 Jul, 10 Aug, 07 Sep, 05 Oct, 02 Nov, 30 Nov and 28 Dec.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport: USD 165 (one way).
Each ELS level takes 4-weeks to complete so, where possible the school recommends coming for 4, 8, 12, etc. weeks starting on a main start date (every 4-weeks). The school strongly advise against starting in the fourth week of a 4-week session.- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 25 May 2026, 19 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 26 Nov 2026, 27 Nov 2026, 24 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 19 Jan 2027, 16 Feb 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 25 May 2027, 19 Jun 2027, 06 Jul 2027, 07 Sep 2027, 26 Nov 2027, 27 Nov 2027, 24 Dec 2027, 25 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per English language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Baseball field,
- Basketball Court,
- Fitness Centre,
- Gymnasium,
- Raquetball/Squash Course,
- Soccer Field,
- Swimming Pool Indoor and Tennis Court.
- The Cleveland Museum of Art is Free General admission. Adults - Paid activities
- - Cedar point Amusement Park USD 90.
- Cleveland Guardians Baseball Game USD 25.
- Cleveland Cavaliers Basketball Game USD 40.
- Kayaking on Lake Erie USD 28.
- Tobogganing at Metroparks USD 15.
- Lake Erie Monsters Hockey Game USD 20.
Accommodation
Cleveland Student Residence
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals 
Shared bathroom
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$325/ week Show more
Cleveland Student Residence
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
$325/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in $ | -- | -- | -- | 1300 | 1625 | 1950 | 2275 | 2600 | 3250 | 3900 | 325 | 200 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 200US$.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 15 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
No extra nights bookable
FAQ about ELS, Cleveland
What is the best price for a course at ELS, Cleveland?
“English courses at ELS start at 428 US$ for a American Explorer course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is it possible to take a course at ELS as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Semi-Intensive Course, Intensive Course, American Explorer”
Which countries are students of ELS from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at ELS comes from Japan with a 45% representation, followed by students from Saudi Arabia (21%) and Brazil (6%).”
ELS offers courses for which ages?
“ELS offers courses from 18 years to 99. The average age is 29 during the summer and 24 the rest of the year.”
Terms of ELS
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Tax registration ID: 52-0822348
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to USA and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
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Class times are as follows;
Monday to Friday: 08:30 to 12:20.
Monday to Thursday: 13:30 to 14:35 and 14:45 to 15:45.