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EF International Language CenterChicago, USA

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Location: Located on one of Chicago's most famous streets, Michigan Avenue, within walking distance from Grant Park, Millennium Park and several museums, and surrounded by shops, restaurants and theatres.

Getting around: There are numerous public transportation options around the school. It is about equal distance from the Van Buren Street Train Station and the Millenium Train Station. There are a large number of metro stations within a 10-minute walking radius from the EF International Language Center in Chicago.

School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!

EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.

Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
  • The language school EF International Language Center was founded in Chicago, USA in 1965.
  • Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
  • Abbreviated name of school: EF Chicago

Courses

Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center

Lesson duration
40 minutes
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 01 Feb 2024, 07 Apr 2024, 09 Apr 2024.
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 an online form.

Lessons needed per language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
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.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Note: All courses offered by EF Languages Abroad, Chicago can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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EF International Language Center (EF)

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPACCETPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at
Combine courses at different EF International Language Center chain schools and save
EF International Language Center will charge their administration fee only once on your first booking.
Combine courses at these schools: EF International Language Center (Boston), EF International Language Center (Honolulu), EF International Language Center (Miami), EF International Language Center (New York), EF International Language Center (San Diego), EF International Language Center (San Francisco), EF International Language Center (Santa Barbara), EF International Language Center (Seattle), EF International Language Center (Washington DC), EF International Language Center (Vancouver), EF International Language Center (Victoria), EF International Language Center (Toronto), EF International Language Center (Dublin), EF International Language Center (Bournemouth), EF International Language Center (Brighton), EF International Language Center (Bristol), EF International Language Center (Cambridge), EF International Language Center (Eastbourne), EF International Language Center (London), EF International Language Center (Manchester), EF International Language Center (Oxford), EF International Language Center (St. Julians), EF International Language Center (Cape Town), EF International Language Center (Sydney), EF International Language Center (Brisbane), EF International Language Center (Perth), EF International Language Center (Auckland), EF International Language Center (Singapore), EF International Language Center (Nice), EF International Language Center (Paris), EF International Language Center (Berlin), EF International Language Center (Munich), EF International Language Center (Barcelona), EF International Language Center (Malaga), EF International Language Center (Tamarindo Beach), EF International Language Center (Rome), EF International Language Center (Shanghai), EF International Language Center (Tokyo), EF International Language Center (Seoul), EF International Language Center (Los Angeles). Just mention in the comments field of our online registration form that you have also booked classes at another school from the chain.
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at EF International Language Center and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 30
    Number of public PC workstations: 50

Student Age

Minimum age of students
16 years

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
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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122 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1650 - 60603 Chicago
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FAQ about EF International Language Center,

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Chicago
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Rating: 4.5/5.0

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