WESLI Wisconsin ESL InstituteMadison, USA
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
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.
- The language school WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute was founded in Madison, USA in 1981.
- Legal name / parent company: WESLI, LLC
- Tax registration ID: W035426 (company ID)
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 2575 2447 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 |
The course includes an additional 10 hours of structured practice.
The General English program is ideal for all language learners wishing to improve the foundations of their English language skills. On average, students will interact with people from 8 different countries in each class, making this a great way to improve conversational English skills.
This program covers…
- Grammar
- Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
- Pronunciation
- Vocabulary
This course is designed for... - Zero level or true beginning students
- Students at any level who wish to improve their overall language skills
Program Option: - Essential = 24-26 lessons of Core Classes each week
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 19 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 9500 9025 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 |
The course includes an additional 10 hours of structured practice.
The General English program is ideal for all language learners wishing to improve the foundations of their English language skills. On average, students will interact with people from 8 different countries in each class, making this a great way to improve conversational English skills.
This program covers…
- Grammar
- Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
- Pronunciation
- Vocabulary
This course is designed for... - Zero level or true beginning students
- Students at any level who wish to improve their overall language skills
Program Option: - Essential = 24-26 lessons of Core Classes each week
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 475 452 | 950 903 | 1425 1354 | 1900 1805 | 1975 1877 | 2370 2252 | 3160 3002 | 3850 3658 | 4620 4389 | 7400 7030 | 12960 12312 |
The General English program is ideal for all language learners wishing to improve the foundations of their English language skills. On average, students will interact with people from 8 different countries in each class, making this a great way to improve conversational English skills.
This program covers…
- Grammar
- Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
- Pronunciation
- Vocabulary
This course is designed for... - Zero level or true beginning students
- Students at any level who wish to improve their overall language skills
Program Option: - Basic (Part-time) = 20 lessons of Core Classes each week
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 19 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 715 680 | 1430 1359 | 2145 2038 | 2860 2717 | 3570 3392 | 4760 4522 | 5750 5463 | 6900 6555 | 10925 10379 | 11200 10640 | 19440 18468 |
The course includes an additional 10 hours of structured practice.
The General English program is ideal for all language learners wishing to improve the foundations of their English language skills. On average, students will interact with people from 8 different countries in each class, making this a great way to improve conversational English skills.
This program covers…
- Grammar
- Reading
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
- Pronunciation
- Vocabulary
This course is designed for... - Zero level or true beginning students
- Students at any level who wish to improve their overall language skills
Program Option: - Extensive = 30 lessons of Core Classes each week
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 2575 2447 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 |
The course has 20 lessons per week plus 5 hours of an alternative topic. Also included are 10 hours of structured practice.
The English Plus courses are designed for students that wish to improve their overall English skills and learn something new at the same time. These courses run on a 4-week cycle, so you can come for one, or stay for a few!
12 Start Dates
Suitable for Intermediate - Advanced Levels
20 General English Lessons per week + 5 hours of your alternative topic
Beer & Cheese Program:
Group Tourist Outings: Brewery Tours, Beer & Cheese Tastings, Weekend Excursions to Local attractions.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 15 | 19 | 20 | 36 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 7500 7125 | 9500 9025 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 | 470 447 |
Included in the course are 5 hours of an alternative topic and 10 hours of structured practice.
English Plus Course: 50+
20 Lessons in General English per week.
Group Tourist Outings: Hiking, Canoeing, Brewery Tours, Local Attractions, Weekend Excursions.
Conversation Partner.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in US$ | -- | 2756 2688 | 3780 3686 | 4805 4685 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Our Junior Camps are designed for 15-17 year old students who want to study English while having an immersive cultural experience with similar students from across the world (14 year olds are only allowed if they are in their first year of high school).
Explore two different worlds right here in Madison, Wisconsin with the Summer Camp and the Winter Camp. Come back and experience the USA in both seasons!
Camps are 2-4 weeks long and include the following:
- 20 Lessons per week of General English (each lesson is 50 minutes)
- Homestay Housing - please note that groups that book together for the camps may be able to book a Group House in our student residences if they can provide a chaperone.
- 3 meals per day
- Health Insurance
- Round Trip Airport Transfer (O'Hare/Chicago)
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in US$ | -- | 3126 3048 | 4336 4228 | 5545 5407 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Our Junior Camps are designed for 15-17 year old students who want to study English while having an immersive cultural experience with similar students from across the world (14 year olds are only allowed if they are in their first year of high school).
Explore two different worlds right here in Madison, Wisconsin with the Summer Camp and the Winter Camp. Come back and experience the USA in both seasons!
Camps are 2-4 weeks long and include the following:
- 20 Lessons per week of General English (each lesson is 50 minutes)
- Homestay Housing - please note that groups that book together for the camps may be able to book a Group House in our student residences if they can provide a chaperone.
- 3 meals per day
- Health Insurance
- Round Trip Airport Transfer (O'Hare/Chicago)
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 2575 2447 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 |
Included in the course are 20 hours of structured practice, core academic language classes, and Study Skills class.
Included in the course are 20 hours of structured practice, core academic language classes and Study Skills classes.
This course is designed for...
- Students wishing to attend university in the US
- Students needing to improve academic & study skills before attending university
- Students wanting support in their transition to US university life
Program Option: - ESSENTIAL: 26 classroom lessons per week / 20 hours of structured practice
- Core academic language classes
- Study Skills class
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 715 680 | 1430 1359 | 2145 2038 | 2860 2717 | 2975 2827 | 3570 3392 | 4760 4522 | 5750 5463 | 6900 6555 | 11200 10640 | 19440 18468 |
Included in the course are 20 hours of structured practice, core academic language classes, study skills class, and writing center.
Included in the course are 20 hours of structured practice, core academic language classes, Study Skills class, and Writing Center.
This course is designed for...
- Students wishing to attend university in the US
- Students needing to improve academic & study skills before attending university
- Students wanting support in their transition to US university life
Program Option:
EXTENSIVE
30 classroom lessons per week
20 hours of structured practice
Core academic language classes
Study Skills class
Writing Center
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 36 | 19 | 35 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 715 680 | 1430 1359 | 2145 2038 | 2860 2717 | 3570 3392 | 4760 4522 | 5750 5463 | 11200 10640 | 19440 18468 | 10925 10379 | 19600 18620 |
The course includes 20 hours of structured practice, core academic language classes, Study Skills class, and Writing Center.
This course is designed for...
✓ Students wishing to attend university in the US
✓ Students needing to improve academic & study skills before attending university
✓ Students wanting support in their transition to US university life
Program Option:
✓ HIGH SCHOOL
30 classroom lessons per week
Core academic language classes
Study Skills class
Writing Center
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 2575 2447 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 |
The course offers 20 lessons per week plus weekly volunteering with local organizations.
The English Plus courses are designed for students that wish to improve their overall English skills and learn something new at the same time. These courses run on a 4-week cycle, so you can come for one, or stay for a few!
12 Start Dates
Suitable for Intermediate - Advanced Levels
20 General English Lessons per week + 5 hours of your alternative topic
English Plus Volunteering
- 8 or more weeks of study
- 5 days a week of classes
- American conversation partner
- Weekly volunteering with local organizations
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 1225 1164 | 2450 2328 | 3675 3492 | 4900 4655 | 6125 5819 | 7350 6983 | 8575 8147 | 9800 9310 | 11025 10474 | 12250 11638 | 14700 13965 |
This course is designed for:
- Business professionals
- Students wishing to improve their English in order to obtain a job at the corporate level
- Business professionals needing to improve their business writing and communication
This course involves 10 hours of one-on-one tutoring each week, with support from your instructor to help you achieve your specific English goals.
08 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 29 Jul 2024, 03 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 25 Nov 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 575 547 | 1150 1093 | 1725 1639 | 2300 2185 | 2875 2732 | 3450 3278 | 4025 3824 | 4600 4370 | 5175 4917 | 5750 5463 | 6900 6555 |
This course is designed for:
- Business professionals
- Students wishing to improve their English in order to obtain a job at the corporate level
- Business professionals needing to improve their business writing and communication
08 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 29 Jul 2024, 03 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 25 Nov 2024
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 2575 2447 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 |
The English Plus courses are designed for students that wish to improve their overall English skills and learn something new at the same time. These courses run on a 4-week cycle, so you can come for one, or stay for a few!
12 Start Dates
Suitable for Intermediate - Advanced Levels
20 General English Lessons per week + 5 hours of your alternative topic
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 2575 2447 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 |
The course has 20 lessons per week plus a CrossFit gym membership for any level, Saturday Group sessions and a daily shuttle service to Sanctify CrossFit gym. Also included are 10 hours of structured practice.
The English Plus courses are designed for students that wish to improve their overall English skills and learn something new at the same time. These courses run on a 4-week cycle, so you can come for one, or stay for a few!
12 Start Dates
Suitable for Intermediate - Advanced Levels
20 General English Lessons per week + 5 hours of your alternative topic
The course has 20 lessons per week plus a CrossFit gym membership for any level, Saturday Group sessions and a daily shuttle service to Sanctify Crossfit gym. Also included are 10 hours of structured practice.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 36 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 620 589 | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 2575 2447 | 3090 2936 | 4120 3914 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 9700 9215 | 16920 16074 |
The English Plus courses are designed for students that wish to improve their overall English skills and learn something new at the same time. These courses run on a 4-week cycle, so you can come for one, or stay for a few!
12 Start Dates
Suitable for Intermediate - Advanced Levels
20 General English Lessons per week + 5 hours of your alternative topic
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2995 2846 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This full-time program includes:
Foundations plus Grammar Review
Choose WESLI Teacher Training Program (WTTP) for:
- TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification
- Professional English language teacher training
- Hands-on learning; communicative classes
- Contacts with English schools abroad
- Overseas job search orientation
- WTTP offers an international learning experience with the convenience of studying in the US in Madison, WI.
As you walk down the halls, you’ll hear WESLI students speaking languages such as Korean, Arabic, Chinese and French. Teaching students from many countries in your Practicum gives you an experience that can be taken to all corners of the world.
This comprehensive course provides graduating trainees with a TEFL Certificate that gives them an edge in finding quality English as a Foreign Language (EFL) employment overseas. Graduates teaching in Asia, Latin America, Africa and Europe often tell of the importance WTTP has had in their language teaching positions.
Trainees at WTTP value the balance of a professional, focused program with a welcoming atmosphere. The challenging, yet supportive learning environment allows trainees to feel engaged and able to build teaching confidence. Most trainees, both previously trained teachers and those without any teaching experience, notice substantial improvement in the effectiveness of their teaching.
WESLI Teacher Training Program is an intensive five-week, 90, 110, or 130-hour TEFL certification.
Courses use a hands-on approach giving trainees the chance to try out new methods and techniques in a supportive learning atmosphere. Class size averages eight trainees, allowing for individualized instruction. Trainees have professional and experienced instructors, with access to many other WESLI teachers. WTTP instructors have years of professional ESL (English as a Second Language) and EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teaching experience. Most have master’s degrees in the field of English language education. WTTP graduates have found jobs teaching English in over 45 countries.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:50
Information for all courses offered by WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute
WESLI has 12 standard start dates throughout the year. Or let us know when you can join.
Additional fees include:
Health Insurance (1 Month): USD 145
Activity pass(monthly): USD 50
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+
01 Jan 2024, 02 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 29 Apr 2024 - 03 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 04 Jun 2024 - 05 Jun 2024, 26 Aug 2024 - 30 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 28 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Table tennis
Lockers
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Assistance with organizing transportation
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: 7Number of public PC workstations: 1Free parking (<500m)
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | |
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Ballet | |
Baseball | |
Basketball | |
Cooking | |
Cricket | |
Dancing | |
Diving | |
Field Hockey | |
Football (soccer) | |
Golf | |
Horse riding | |
Ice Hockey | |
Mountainbiking | |
Music | |
Rugby | |
Sailing | |
Skiing | |
Squash | |
Swimming | |
Table Tennis | |
Tennis | |
Volleyball | |
Windsurfing | |
Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
World Cup Viewing Parties.
Movie & Hot Cocoa Night.
Homestay & Student Potluck.
Adults - Paid activities
Restaurant Night.
Holiday Lights Tour.
Prices:
Weekly Activities: USD 5 to USD 25.
Weekend Trips: USD 30+
Accommodation
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 US$ | 290 | 580 | 870 | 1160 | 1450 | 1740 | 2030 | 2320 | 2900 | 3480 | 290 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Experience American life with a family in the Madison area:
American culture.
Practice English in a native environment.
Safety checked families.
20-45 minutes bus ride to WESLI, 5-10 kilometers away.
Private room.
Shared meals and responsibilities with a host family.
Many WESLI homestay families have hosted students for more than 15 years. Relationships between homestay families and students can last a lifetime. Students choosing the Homestay accommodation should be prepared to interact with the family by participating in activities and welcoming invitations to community events. The American family may be a couple or an individual, with or without children, living in the many diverse neighborhoods in the Madison area in a house or apartment. Choosing a homestay option does not guarantee this accommodation; availability is subject to homestay family availability.
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 US$ | 220 | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Experience American life with a family in the Madison area:
American culture.
Practice English in a native environment.
Safety checked families.
20-45 minutes bus ride to WESLI, 5-10 kilometers away.
Private room.
Many WESLI homestay families have hosted students for more than 15 years. Relationships between homestay families and students can last a lifetime. Students choosing the Homestay accommodation should be prepared to interact with the family by participating in activities and welcoming invitations to community events. The American family may be a couple or an individual, with or without children, living in the many diverse neighborhoods in the Madison area in a house or apartment. Choosing a homestay option does not guarantee this accommodation; availability is subject to homestay family availability.
The student will not be provided meals by the host family.
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 US$ | 330 | 660 | 990 | 1320 | 1650 | 1980 | 2310 | 2640 | 3300 | 3960 | 330 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Experience American life with a family in the Madison area:
- American culture
- Practice English in a native environment
- Safety checked families
- 20-45 minutes bus ride to WESLI, 5-10 kilometers away
- Private room
- Shared meals and responsibilities with host family
Many WESLI homestay families have hosted students for more than 15 years. Relationships between homestay families and students can last a lifetime. Students choosing the Homestay accommodation should be prepared to interact with the family by participating in activities and welcoming invitations to community events. The American family may be a couple or an individual, with or without children, living in the many diverse neighborhoods on the Madison area in a house or apartment. Choosing a homestay option does not guarantee this accommodation; availability is subject to homestay family availability.
FAQ about WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute, Madison
- 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
- 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 number of students per class at WESLI Wisconsis?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at WESLI Wisconsis varies from 1 students (Executive Business English 10) to 15 students (Teacher Training Program - TEFL Certificate)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute?100% of teachers at WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute from?The highest Nationality percentage at WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute comes from USA with a 14% representation, followed by students from Saudi Arabia (12%) and China (8%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute offers courses for which ages?WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute offers courses from 15 years (Junior Winter Camp - Homestay, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.