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Wisconsin English Second Language Institute (WESLI )
About Wisconsin English Second Language Institute (WESLI )
WESLI has been training teacher since 1999 and General English since 1981. You can find us in downtown Madison, Wisconsin – just across the street from the state capitol building. Madison, located in the heart of the mid-west, is a medium-sized city, which is friendly, very safe and inexpensive to live in. There are a number of universities in town, for example the internationally top-ranked University of Wisconsin Madison. Students can choose to stay with homestay families or in our Dormitory.
Many of our staff and teachers have been with us at WESLI for more than 15 years and most of our administrative staff members also teach or have done so in the past. That way students can be sure to always have a helping hand from someone with a passion for helping students and the experience to do so.
We offer 7 levels (zero level to University Bridge) of English instruction in the areas of Business English, General English & American Culture, Test Prep. and Academic Preparation. Over 40 universities and colleges accept our students without a TOEFL score. Students are welcome to study for any length of time and we are very proud to offer a 5-week Teacher Training Program, including a 30-hour Practicum.
Additional Services
- Airport/Station transfer
- Student counselling
- Visa support
Work and Further Studies
- Further academic studies available on campus
Activities
- Cultural tourism (theater, museum, etc.)
- Local cultural events (festivals, etc.)
- Volunteering
Accommodation
- Host family accommodation without students of same native language
- Host family accommodation
- Student Residence
Courses
General English
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This course is for students aged: 16-70
You can mix and match WESLI’s English courses to suit your goals. There are seven levels at WESLI, 100 – 700. Full-time students will choose four courses in the level in which they are placed. If you want to learn English for your own enjoyment, you can take any of the following courses to learn and have fun!
Levels
Beginning Levels (100, 200 and 300): After completing Level 300, a student can conduct basic conversations, manage everyday life in an English-speaking environment, and read and write simple material.
Intermediate Levels (400 and 500): After completing Level 500, a student can converse comfortably on most subjects, read some basic academic and professional texts, and write an academic-style essay.
Advanced Academic and Business Skill Levels (600 and 700): After completing levels 600 and 700, a student can conduct business in English, participate in most professional situations, and is ready to succeed in an American university program.
English Exam Preparation
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This course is for students aged: 16-70
Prepare to Take the IELTS or TOEFL Exam at WESLI
WESLI’s exam preparation classes are designed to help you succeed on English placement exams. Our teachers are experienced in test preparation and can help you improve your study skills and assess your progress.
Only need practice writing? Choose from IELTS or TOEFL Writing to focus your test preparation. Want a more comprehensive review for the exam? Choose IELTS or TOEFL Listening/Reading/Speaking classes to help you prepare.
English Academic preparation
90% 13 Reviews
This course is for students aged: 16-70
WESLI has partnered with the University of Wisconsin College System to offer three- credit college classes at WESLI. This is a great opportunity for WESLI students to earn college credit while still studying at WESLI. These credits can be transferred to UW schools and count towards a student’s general education requirements, no matter what major they choose.
Business English
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This course is for students aged: 16-70
Class Sizes: Medium, 6-10 students, One-to-One
Weekly Hours: Relaxed 10-15 hrs/wk, Intensive 25+ hrs/wk, General 15-25 hrs/wk
Levels: Advanced, Intermediate, Basic
Location Type: Town/City
Professional English
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This course is for students aged: 16-70
Business and Professional Skills
You can mix and match WESLI’s English courses to suit your professional goals. There are seven levels at WESLI, 100 – 700. Full-time students will choose four courses in the level in which they are placed. If your goal is to improve your English for your profession, the following courses will help you reach that goal.
English Teacher Training
100% 4 Reviews
This course is for students aged: 16-70
Levels: Advanced
Class Sizes: Medium, 6-10 students
Weekly Hours: Intensive 25+ hrs/wk
Location Type: Town/City
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Yi Chun Lu Taiwan
studied General EnglishWESLI teachers help me a lot ----Lu
WESLI's course and teachers help me a lot, especially in my career. I was a student at WESLI 10 years ago and I'm a Baker now. It seem like don't use English
often. Without WESLI , I can't read lot of
English version about baking and can't discuss with foreign Baker about baking skills. So WESLI ' teachers give me GOOD foundation!!! That's why I can write a review here and my experience!!
posted 8 years ago
María Camila Arroyo Hernández Colombia
studied General EnglishWesli, the best ESL school
Wesli is the best school in the U.S. I was there for five months and the experience was indescribable. I learn a lot of things there, and I really miss be there. I did my best friends there and I improve my English
posted 8 years ago
Hadi Quiet Saudi Arabia
studied General EnglishOssis of happiness
WESLI its my home in Madison because I have not felt I left my family during my time when I was at WESLI. You could find quality of education in anywhere but what a special about WESLI the environment they provide it for you so you will go through experience you will never forget in your entire life and I am sure you will be always tell stories to your family, friends, and children or your grandchildren in your future about your memories over there. WESLI has a lot of impacted on my life not by just learning English but by opening my mined and let me interact with many people from all over the world and taught me that we are human no matter where we come from. I miss the classes I took outside in the yard of the capital of Wisconsin and the activities that we had in James Madison Park. I miss the days when I met my friends and teachers in the Farmer market in every weekend and eat the hot & spicy cheese bread which I will suggest to anyone are willing to live in Madison. I miss my spiritual mother Sue Manners who always close from me and all the students and always provide help no matter the situations you are in. I have many things to tell about WESLI but I don't want to burn how the life look like there by telling you everything so go there and get the experience I had and I am positive you will never regret that ;)
Sincerely,
posted 8 years ago
Camila Rojas Colombia
studied General EnglishWESLI is amazing!
WESLI is amazing! the teachers always care about you and your process learning english. Also, the whole administration personal is very patient and helpful. The city is awesome, WESLI always find a good activity to explore the city <3
posted 8 years ago
Kober Hsiao Taiwan
studied English Teacher TrainingMy Better Life Can\'t without WESLI
WESLI is the perfect and ideal destination for English learners; take me for an example, I started from the very beginning level and all the way to English Teacher Training. Of course, nothing was easy for me to go through all of the courses; I eventually did with the teachers' help and all my efforts. I'm now teaching English and having my own English school in Taiwan. In short, trust WESLI and yourself; if you want it, you can do it with WESLI. By the way, my starting year at WESLI is from 2004 to 2006. The earliest start year in the drop-down box here is 2006. Anyway, I can't thank WESLI enough! :D
posted 8 years ago
Ginette Margarita González Contreras Venezuela
studied General EnglishOne of the best choices I\'ve ever made.
Beloved school, the best memories ever! Wesli and Madison, always close to my heart, even after 20+years! I was a student at Wesli in the 90s. My learning experience there proved to be a soild foundation for further studies, work and personal development through the years. I clearly remember the quality and dedication that informed the whole teaching effort and activities.Best wishes, and a bright future for you all, current participants and staff. Ginette González, desde Caracas, Venezuela.
posted 8 years ago
Naif Ahmed Saudi Arabia
studied General EnglishSuch a great school!
I have learned alot , get new friends from all over the world, great experience.
posted 8 years ago
郭潔如 Taiwan
studied General EnglishWESLI Rocks!!!
Everyone knows I LOVE WESLI so much!!!
I'd studied at WESLI for one year. I took almost all of classes with almost all of teachers. I gotta say WESLI teachers are different - their personalities and teaching styles, but all of them are AMAZING! I learned different strategies from different teachers. I practiced and experienced them, and then I was able to find my own way to learn English. Moreover, I can continue working on English efficiently by myself, even when I'm out of school, which is soooo incredible!!!
I'd been studying for almost 20 years before studying at WESLI, but honestly, it was the first time that I felt so excited being a student. I was EAGER to learn and even looking forward to some challenges every day. Now, I'm not only confident in speaking English, but also confident in myself. The things I learned at WESLI were far more than just English.
Thank you, WESLI, the best school ever!
posted 8 years ago
Mini Ruby Japan
studied General EnglishBeing a part of WESLI family
I think many people want to study English but people may be afraid of studying abroad alone especially if you aren't familiar with the place. I was kind of that person. But I was very surprised when coming to WESLI. Teachers were very kind, interesting and helpful. Also it was easy to make friends from different countries because there were many activities and I stayed at the dormitory so I could stayed with friends. I felt like being a part of WESLI family. Also, there were many levels so I could improve myself.
I was very shy to speak English but now here I am! I could be friendly and am enjoying to speak English.
This is because of WESLI. I am very happy to study there. I miss WESLI so much too xoxo
posted 8 years ago
Estefany Ventura Semidey Venezuela
studied General EnglishGreat experience
WESLI is definitely a good place to go to if you want to come to the USA to learn English but also to have a generally great experience. My favorite thing about being a student at WESLI was that, besides English, you also have the chance to learn about so many different cultures and interact with a lot of people from other countries, and I think that's a huge enriching experience. WESLI is also very good in training you for school if you're planning on staying in the states for your degree. Everybody is really nice and very willing to help as well. I've been a student at WESLI in two different ocations and both times I was very satisfied.
posted 8 years ago