WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute Madison, USA
23 N. Pinckney Street - 53703 Madison - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
Location: WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute is located in the city of Madison, in the America State of Wisconsin. The school is housed in the heart of the city, giving students excellent access to museums, restaurants, eateries and more. A culturally diverse city regularly hailed as one of the safest, fittest and most walkable cities in the USA, Madison has a lot to offer students and is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to further their English studies from a student-friendly city and location. The school is within a 2-minute walk of the Wisconsin State Capitol building, the Wisconsin Contemporary Arts Museum and is between the Mendota, Wingra and Monona Lakes.
Course selection: The school offers a wide range of courses with specific learning programmes including University Pathway, Exam Preparations, Business English and Teachers Training Certification (TEFL). These courses are in addition to General English programmes, which are available to adult students of all ages and levels, throughout the whole year.
School facilities: The school's facilities are optimal for student life and include a restaurant, computer lab, lounge area and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with televisions, heating, air conditioning, with most having ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available throughout the school, in Student Dormitory and Homestay facilities.
English Courses
General Language
General English Basic
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$510$485 / week More
General English Basic
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
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$510$485 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 510 485 | 1,020 969 | 1,530 1,454 | 2,040 1,938 | 2,125 2,019 | 2,550 2,423 | 3,400 3,230 | 4,100 3,895 | 4,920 4,674 | 8,000 7,600 | 13,860 13,167 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 21 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 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
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English Essential 24
24 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$660$627 / week More
General English Essential 24
24 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$660$627 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 660 627 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,640 2,508 | 2,750 2,613 | 3,300 3,135 | 4,400 4,180 | 5,350 5,083 | 6,420 6,099 | 10,300 9,785 | 18,000 17,100 |
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Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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English Plus (50+)25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$660$627 / week More
English Plus (50+)
25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$660$627 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 19 | 20 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 660 627 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,640 2,508 | 3,300 3,135 | 4,400 4,180 | 5,350 5,083 | 8,025 7,624 | 10,165 9,657 | 10,300 9,785 | 180,000 171,000 |
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Included in the course are 5 hours of an alternative topic and 10 hours of structured practice.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 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: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 50 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
Junior Summer Camp (15 to 18 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$1,345$1,312 / week Includes accommodationMore
Junior Summer Camp (15 to 18 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$1,345$1,312 / week
Includes accommodation
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 3,010 2,935 | 4,035 3,935 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 29 Jun 2026, 30 Jul 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Additional information for all courses
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Junior Winter Camp - Homestay (15 to 17 years old)20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$1,414$1,379 / week Includes accommodationMore
Junior Winter Camp - Homestay (15 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$1,414$1,379 / week
Includes accommodation
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 3,118 3,041 | 4,243 4,137 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 11 Jan 2026, 31 Jan 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
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 - 12:30 - Possible course durations
- 2, 3 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Age range:
- 15 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Work & Study
Academic Preparation Essential26 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$660$627 / week More
Academic Preparation Essential
26 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$660$627 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 660 627 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,640 2,508 | 2,750 2,613 | 3,300 3,135 | 4,400 4,180 | 5,350 5,083 | 6,420 6,099 | 10,300 9,785 | 18,000 17,100 |
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Included in the course are 20 hours of structured practice, core academic language classes, and Study Skills class.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 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: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Academic Preparation High School30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$730$694 / week More
Academic Preparation High School
30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$730$694 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 19 | 20 | 35 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 730 694 | 1,460 1,387 | 2,190 2,081 | 2,920 2,774 | 3,660 3,477 | 4,880 4,636 | 5,900 5,605 | 11,210 10,650 | 11,500 10,925 | 20,125 19,119 | 19,980 18,981 |
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The course includes 20 hours of structured practice, core academic language classes, Study Skills class, and Writing Center.
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: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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English Plus (Volunteering)25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$660$627 / week More
English Plus (Volunteering)
25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$660$627 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 660 627 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,640 2,508 | 2,750 2,613 | 33,000 31,350 | 4,400 4,180 | 5,350 5,083 | 6,420 6,099 | 10,300 9,785 | 18,000 17,100 |
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The course offers 20 lessons per week plus weekly volunteering with local organizations.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 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: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Business
Executive Business English 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$1,225$1,164 / week More
Executive Business English 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$1,225$1,164 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,225 1,164 | 2,450 2,328 | 3,675 3,492 | 4,900 4,655 | 6,125 5,819 | 7,350 6,983 | 8,575 8,147 | 9,800 9,310 | 11,025 10,474 | 12,250 11,638 | 14,700 13,965 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 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: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Executive Business English 55 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$575$547 / week More
Executive Business English 5
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$575$547 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 575 547 | 1,150 1,093 | 1,725 1,639 | 2,300 2,185 | 2,875 2,732 | 3,450 3,278 | 4,025 3,824 | 4,600 4,370 | 5,175 4,917 | 5,750 5,463 | 6,900 6,555 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 1 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: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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English Plus (Hospitality + Tourism)25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$660$627 / week More
English Plus (Hospitality + Tourism)
25 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$660$627 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 660 627 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,640 2,508 | 2,750 2,613 | 3,300 3,135 | 4,400 4,180 | 5,350 5,083 | 6,420 6,099 | 10,300 9,785 | 18,000 17,100 |
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Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 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: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Language Plus Activity
English Plus (Dance)20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!from$660$627 / week More
English Plus (Dance)
20 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
$660$627 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 660 627 | 1,320 1,254 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,640 2,508 | 2,750 2,613 | 3,300 3,135 | 4,400 4,180 | 5,350 5,083 | 6,420 6,099 | 10,300 9,785 | 18,000 17,100 |
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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
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Specialty Courses
Teacher Training Program - TEFL Certificate (110 Hours)26 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$519$494 / week More
Teacher Training Program - TEFL Certificate (110 Hours)
26 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
$519$494 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,595 2,466 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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This program includes: Foundations, Practicum and Language Skills.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 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: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Teacher Training Program - TEFL Certificate (130 Hours)This course tends to sell out quickly!26 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$599$570 / week More
Teacher Training Program - TEFL Certificate (130 Hours)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
26 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
$599$570 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,995 2,846 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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This full-time program (130 hours) includes: Foundations + Practicum + Language Skills +
Grammar Review
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 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: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Teacher Training Program - TEFL Certificate (90 Hours)26 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$459$437 / week More
Teacher Training Program - TEFL Certificate (90 Hours)
26 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
$459$437 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,295 2,181 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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This program includes: Foundations and Practicum.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 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: 13:00 - 16:50 - Possible course durations
- 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free local SIM card
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WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute
- Accreditations and Quality seals
CEA, English USA- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 47% male / 53% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 1981
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Kitchen for student use
Library
Movie rental
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Table tennis
Self-study areas
Lockers
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Assistance with organizing transportation
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Free parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 7
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| China | 15% |
| Japan | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | 8% |
| Venezuela | 5% |
| Korea | 5% |
| Brazil | 2% |
| Vietnam | 2% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| Switzerland | 2% |
| Chile | 2% |
| France | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 40% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 15% |
| 18-24 years | 30% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 20% |
| >50 years | 5% |
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 10Adult courses - Throughout the year: 5Junior courses - In summer: 10Junior courses - Throughout the year: 5
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years13 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 7Adult courses Throughout the year: 7Junior courses In summer: 7Junior courses Throughout the year: 7
- Average age of students
- In summer: 22 yearsThroughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $150
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately $200 per course level.
- Comments about courses
Additional fees include:
- Health Insurance (1 Month): USD 145
Under 18 Enrollment Fee: USD 75.
Airport Transfers:
Private transfer from MSN (Madison Truax Field Airport): USD 65
Bus transfer from ORD (Chicago O'Hare): USD 85
Optional fees include:
Monthly Bus Pass: USD 65
I-20 mailing fee: USD 100+
- Health Insurance (1 Month): USD 145
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 100 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 25 May 2026, 19 Jun 2026, 03 Jul 2026, 04 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 26 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026.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 at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
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
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample Activities Schedule
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Ping-Pong Tournaments
- World Cup Viewing Parties
- Movie & Hot Cocoa Night
- Homestay & Student Pot luck
- Volleyball and Kickball Games
- Dance Lessons.
Adults - Paid activities
- - Local Fairs and Amusement Parks
- Restaurant Night
- Holiday Lights Tour
- Outlet Shopping
- Hiking/Camping
- Professional Sports Games (MLB, NBA)
- Craft Activities.
Prices:
- Weekly Activities: USD 5 to USD 35
- Weekend Trips: USD 30+
Junior - Free activities
- WESLI's Summer Camp Program includes:
-Devil’s Lake State Park
- Noah’s Ark Water Park
- Canoeing and kayaking
- Beach volleyball
- University visits
- Tour of the State Capitol building
- Museum trips (Art Museum, History Museum, War Memorial Museum)
- Games night with local high school students
- Movie night with local high school students
- Cultural activities with local students
- Activities with other WESLI international students
WESLI's Winter Camp Program Includes:
- Snow shoeing
- Ice skating and Fire Pit S’mores
- Downhill skiing
- Sledding
- Winter Moonlight hike at UW Arboretum
- Tour of the State Capitol building
- Museum trips (Art Museum, History Museum, War Memorial Museum)
- some of the other summer camp activities Junior - Paid activities
- Camps are all-inclusive.
Accommodation
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
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Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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$300/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2400 | 3000 | 3600 | 300 | 50 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Some homestays may have a private bathroom, a TV, and air conditioning, but it is not guaranteed.
The student will share meals and responsibilities with the host family.
- 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.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival a refundable deposit of $1,000 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
- Maximum age of students
- 99
No extra nights bookable
Homestay Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
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Homestay
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
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$225/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 50 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
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.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival a refundable deposit of $1,000 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Phone, 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
- 19
- Maximum age of students
- 99
No extra nights bookable
Homestay (Under 18 Students)
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
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Twin room, Full board on weekdays, half board on weekends
Shared bathroom
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Homestay (Under 18 Students)
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Twin room, Full board on weekdays, half board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
$340/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1360 | 1700 | 2040 | 2380 | 2720 | 3400 | 4080 | 340 | 50 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Some homestays may have a private bathroom, a TV, and air conditioning, but it is not guaranteed.
The student will share meals and responsibilities with the host family.
- 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.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival a refundable deposit of $1,000 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Room Occupancy
- Twin room
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Full board on weekdays, half board on weekends.
- Minimum age of students
- 13
- Maximum age of students
- 19
No extra nights bookable
Questions and answers about WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute
I saw that the school WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute, Madison offers an activity pass. What is it exactly?
“The pass includes approximately one weekday afternoon activity per week plus one weekend activity per month. These activities vary depending on the season, but they might be anything from a relaxed game night at the school to a full day trip to Chicago. Often they include activities around Madison, such as ice skating in the winter for example.”
Veronica Campbell, Admissions & Enrollment Coordinator from Wisconsin ESL Institute - Oct 17, 2024
FAQ about WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute, Madison
I'd like to do a language study holiday with over-50s.
“This school does offer a course for Seniors (50+). It includes 20 lessons of general English per week, group sightseeing outings: hiking, canoeing, visits to breweries, local attractions, weekend excursions. You also have conversation partners. Please note that this course has specific start dates. ”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 25, 2023
What is the Pathway programme?
“The Pathway programme is an Academic Training Programme. The classical Academic Preparation Programme combines learning a language with developing skills related to academic research: writing papers, presentations. It is excellent for students who intend to continue their studies in a new language, but have not yet decided what field of study they want to pursue. The duration of these programmes varies, but is often a whole semester.”
Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 31, 2023
Which countries are students of WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute comes from China with a 15% representation, followed by students from Japan (15%) and Saudi Arabia (8%).”
WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute offers courses for which ages?
“WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute offers courses from 15 years (Junior Summer Camp, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.”
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Terms of WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- WESLI, LLC | Tax registration ID: W035426 (company ID)
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
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 100 US$
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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