English Language Academy (ELA)

Learn English from highly qualified, experienced instructors in the heart of downtown Chicago.

Our comprehensive approach to academic English instruction focuses on language skills, university academic and social life, and contemporary American culture. ELA classes are small, usually 10 to 17 students, and are taught by expert instructors.

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English Language Academy will remain online for Fall 2020, and all staff are working remotely. If you have any questions, please email us or join our virtual office hours.

Name	Day	Office Hours	Zoom meeting link
Mr. Lars Gingery	Monday through Friday	10:00-11:00am	Click to access meeting
Ms. Sachiko Larrimore	Monday through Friday	3:00-4:00pm	Click to access meeting
Mr. Hugo Coronado	Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays	11:00am-3:00pm	Click to access meeting