Portland, Oregon's largest city, is known for its green lifestyle, coffee culture and creative community. Close to natural wonders such as Mount Hood and the Columbia River Gorge, it is one of the calmer, more affordable options on the West Coast.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Portland. English language programs (ESL) at Portland's universities are worth considering.
In Portland you can book short courses of 1-2 weeks. On an intensive program, one English level usually takes 8-12 weeks. Reaching the TOEFL score American universities ask for usually needs a 6-12 month plan, depending on your starting level.
The biggest factor in the price is the length of your booking: the weekly fee drops noticeably for bookings of 12 weeks or more. Besides tuition, budget for items such as the registration fee, materials and the I-20 document fee for an F-1 visa. NGGlobal students can take advantage of the schools' seasonal offers.
At most language schools courses start every Monday, though some programs have set start dates. Because US visa appointment waiting times can be long, we recommend applying for long programs at least 4-6 months ahead.
Long-term, intensive language study requires an F-1 visa. The application calls for the school's I-20, the SEVIS fee receipt, the DS-160 form, proof of funds and documents showing your ties to Turkey. Visa interviews take place at the embassy in Ankara or the consulate general in Istanbul.
Opportunities to work in America during language study are almost non-existent, and working in breach of visa rules can lead to visa cancellation and refusal of future applications. Prepare a budget that covers your course and living costs from the start.
Homestays and shared flats in Portland are cheaper than in Seattle or San Francisco.
Living costs in Portland are more reasonable than in the West Coast's big cities, and the lack of sales tax in Oregon helps with shopping.
Portland has the MAX light rail, streetcars and buses.
Portland has a mild, rainy climate with dry, warm, sunny summers.
Portland International Airport (PDX) is reached from Turkey with connecting flights, and the MAX train runs to downtown.
Because the US uses daylight saving time, the time difference changes with the season: Portland is 11 hours behind Turkey in winter and 10 hours behind in summer. Plan calls home accordingly.
You can decide with NGGlobal which school, course and type of accommodation suit you best. We follow the whole process for you, from application and visa interview to arrival.
Yes. Oregon has no sales tax, which saves money on everyday shopping.
Seattle is bigger and more tech-focused, while Portland is calmer, cheaper and more creative.
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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