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WESLI Wisconsin ESL InstituteMadison, USA

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What we like about the school
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
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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

General Language
Junior
Work & Study
Business
Language Plus Activity
Specialty Courses

Information for all courses offered by WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute

Comments about courses

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+

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 200 US$ per course level.
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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
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.
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

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 Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Note: All courses offered by WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute, Madison can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPISO 9000/9001NAFSAQESEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalCEA, English USA
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% 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.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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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: 7
    Number of public PC workstations: 1
    Free parking (<500m)

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 10
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses - In summer: 10
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 5
Minimum age of students
17 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
Junior courses In summer: 7
Junior courses Throughout the year: 7
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 24 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

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.

Leisure activities

activity possible
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

Ping Pong Tournaments.
World Cup Viewing Parties.
Movie & Hot Cocoa Night.
Homestay & Student Potluck.

Adults - Paid activities

Haunted House Trip.
Restaurant Night.
Holiday Lights Tour.

Prices:
Weekly Activities: USD 5 to USD 25.
Weekend Trips: USD 30+
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample Activities Schedule
Sample Activities Schedule

Accommodation

Map  

23 N. Pinckney Street - 53703 Madison
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FAQ about WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute,

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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)
  • 100% of teachers at WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • 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%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • 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.

Brochures

WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute Brochure (PDF)
WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute Brochure (PDF)
WESLI 2023 Price List
WESLI 2023 Price List
WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute Pricelist 2024
WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute Pricelist 2024
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Prices (PDF)
2024 Price List
2024 Price List
2024 Academic Calendar
2024 Academic Calendar
Sample Schedule of Activities for Junior Camp
Sample Schedule of Activities for Junior Camp
Junior Winter Camp Flyer 2024
Junior Winter Camp Flyer 2024
 Academic Preparation (PDF)
Academic Preparation (PDF)
 Academic Preparation (PDF)
Academic Preparation (PDF)
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