Illinois, in the heart of the Midwest, stands out for its renowned universities and strong economy, led by Chicago. The state offers options that combine big-city life with quiet college towns.
Some of the language schools NGGlobal offers in Illinois:
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Illinois. Language school options in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago; see our DeKalb and Elgin pages for other cities.
Short programs last 1-4 weeks, while long-term programs run from 12 weeks to a year. Most schools use a system of 8-12 levels, and on an intensive course you should allow about 4-8 weeks per level.
Language school fees in Illinois depend on course intensity, the type of school and the length of your booking. The weekly price falls for longer bookings, and extra discounts apply for early bookings and promotions. Applying through NGGlobal lets you compare the schools' current offers in one place.
Language schools do not require a diploma or any prior knowledge of the language. After you complete the enrolment form and pay the deposit, the school sends you a confirmation. For long programs, the school reviews your proof of funds, such as bank statements, and prepares the I-20 needed for an F-1 visa.
June to August is the busiest time for both courses and accommodation, so booking early pays off. In autumn and winter, classes are quieter and accommodation is easier to find.
Courses of more than 18 hours a week require an F-1 student visa. Once the school sends you the I-20, you pay the SEVIS fee and book a visa appointment at the US Embassy or a consulate. Short courses of fewer than 18 hours a week can be taken on a tourist (B-2) visa.
Language students in America have very limited work rights: the F-1 visa does not allow off-campus work, and a tourist visa does not allow work at all. Once you move on to university, on-campus jobs and internship options open up.
Host families near the school in Illinois offer students a safe setting rich in language practice.
Living costs in Illinois are close to the US average and lower than in New York or California.
Public transport in Illinois is limited, so staying near your school makes daily life much easier.
Illinois has very cold, snowy winters and warm, sunny summers.
Direct flights from Istanbul to Chicago O'Hare (ORD) take about 11-12 hours.
Illinois is in the Central time zone, 9 hours behind Turkey in winter and 8 hours behind during US daylight saving time (mid-March to early November).
NGGlobal advisers give students planning a language course in Illinois free support with comparing schools, price quotes, accommodation, the I-20 and visa documents.
No. Cities such as DeKalb, Elgin and Champaign also have university and college programs.
Winters are cold and snowy, and cities are well prepared for them.
Yes. Schools offer homestay, residence and student house options, and NGGlobal arranges your accommodation together with your enrolment.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
No. F-1 students at language schools cannot work off campus, and working on a tourist visa is prohibited.
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