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Ecole de Langue Francaise pour Etrangers (E.L.F.E.)

This French Language school is located in a charming 18th century town house situated near the center of Paris in the 9th district (2 blocks from Place de Clichy), minutes away from the Etoile, the Champs Elysees, Invalides and the Opera. The painter Edgar Degas (1834-1917) and the writer Emile Zola (1840-1902) both lived at number 23 rue Ballu where the school is located. It is an oasis of peace where you hear the birds singing rather than the noise of traffic. E.L.F.E. was established in 1984 and is accredited by the French Ministry of Education. This upscale French school enjoys an excellent reputation because of its small class sizes and high quality instruction. The classrooms are comfortable, modern and several of them are equipped with audio visual equipment. A common room/cafeteria and an outdoor terrace during the summer provide students with peaceful areas to relax and socialize during breaks or before and after classes. The highly qualified staff provides students with personalized attention in a friendly and professional atmosphere. This exclusive school caters mainly to professionals, executives and adult students.

French Language Programs 2008:

(All programs: Please add USD 100.00 Lingua Service Worldwide Application fee. See Application Procedures.)

Important Notes: Minimum stay: 2 weeks Minimum age : 18 years old. Average student age: 30-35 years of age. Prices listed below include administration fees and teaching materials.

General French Course Mini-Group --- General French 15 Hours per week. (20 French lessons @ 45min each). Maximum of 6 students per class. Prices 2008: 2 wks: USD 1,397. 3 weeks: USD 2,036. 4 weeks: USD 2,675. Extra wks: USD 639 each.

Intensive French Course Mini-Group --- Intensive General French 30 Hours per week (40 lessons @ 45min each). Maximum of 6 students per class. Prices 2008: 2 wks: USD 2,562. 3 weeks: USD 3,783. 4 weeks: USD 5,004. Extra wks: USD 1,221 each.

Combination French Course Mini-Group plus private lessons --- Combination Course General French + One-to-One. 15 hrs per week in General French course, plus 4 hours of private tutoring to attend to the special needs of the student. Prices 2008: 2 weeks: USD 2,483. 3 weeks: USD 3,664. 4 weeks: USD 4,845. Extra wks: USD 1,181 each.

Starting dates 2008:

Complete beginners may start only on the first Monday of every month. All other levels start any Monday.

Holidays 2008: 1 January, 24 March, 1 May, 8 May, 14 July, 15 August, 1 Nov., 25 Dec. Classes missed due to holidays are made up during the rest of the week.

Additional Programs:

Business French, Refresher Course for French Teachers, General French + Civilization and Excursions and Intensive Weekend Courses are also available, please contact us for details and prices.

French Cuisine, 2 1/2 hour cooking demonstration course at The Ritz: USD 96.

French Cuisine, 2 1/2 hour cooking course in a private home: USD 72.

Wine Course, 2 hour tasting: USD 72.

Accommodations 2008:

Host Family Stay:

Single Room and Breakfast USD 335 per week

Single Room and half board: USD 503 per week

NEW: Executive Host Family: Single room with Private Bathroom, with Breakfast: USD 415 per week, or with half board: USD 615 per week

Hotel and Apartments for rent rates are available upon request. USD 80 booking fee applies to hotel and apartment rental reservations.

Activities:

During the afternoons a teacher passionate about a subject gives a general presentation here in the school, then accompanies the students on a visit in Paris (museums, exhibitions, etc). Subjects cover: Literature, Music, Sculpture and Slang usage, Cinema, etc (for the sculpture option, a local sculptor gives a modeling lesson in her workshop). Duration: 3 1/2 hrs. Location: theoretical presentation at the school + excursion. Cost: Approx: USD 85. Museum entrance fees are paid directly paid by the students. Additional cultural courses (cooking, wine tasting, etc) are also available, see prices above).

IMPORTANT NOTE: When comparing prices with other schools, consider the small number of students per class (4-6) at ELFE, where you get more personal attention.

PLEASE NOTE: All prices subject to change due to fluctuating currency rates.

What former students have to say about this program:

"I particularly appreciated the way you accommodated my needs - I had to plan at the last minute and wanted a homestay close to the institute. You recommended ELFE and that was a good choice. As a business person I appreciated the fact that you worked quickly to get a placement organized for me. ELFE was well organized and had an excellent teaching staff."

J. Currie - Consultant