Learn Languages Exchange Academies Honolulu Near Me

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Founded in 1969, Academia Language School was the first language school in the state of Hawaii and remains the most popular. The school’s success results from the high quality of its instruction, the wide selection of classes that it offers, and the school’s commitment to helping each student design a program of study to meet his/her individual goals.


Academia offers a wide range of courses for students at all levels. Academia instructors make the learning experience fun and enjoyable. Classes are designed to allow for maximum student participation, and instruction emphasizes a student-centered approach to learning. Academia sponsors a wide variety of exciting activities for students throughout the school year and is conveniently located just a short walk from the beaches of Waikiki and the shops at Ala Moana. Come learn English in Hawaii at Academia!

Wide Selection of Classes Offered at Every Level—from Beginning to Advanced

“My father’s co-worker’s daughter was a student in academia and after she finished her classes she recommended to me to improve my English here. I had never thought about studying English in Hawaii so I was confused a little to be here but I realized I was so lucky to have a chance to study in academia and stay beautiful land shortly soon after.

I’ve studied English pretty long time in Korea though I was still afraid of talking with native people. But I changed after taking classes and I like to speak with them everywhere now. The classes and teachers were very great. I learned a lot in every class. Also I liked school activity. I could meet new people there.

I had wonderful memories in Hawaii for 2 months so I’m planning to study longer next time. All the teachers and staffs were so kind to me.(Thank you very much!) I miss them a lot.”

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4worldlovers: The NFLRC is pleased to welcome our new specialist faculty, Dr. Rachel Mamiya Hernandez, to the team! Click for more about Rachel.

We are pleased to co-organize & co-host the 2024 Southwest Conference on Language Teaching (SWCOLT) in Honolulu, HI on Feb 29-Mar 2, 2024. Call for proposals deadline: September 30

The Teacher Portfolio & Preparation Series (TiPPS) is designed to help future language educators prepare for the job market they will face upon graduation. Check out our new free 8-module self study online course.

We are pleased to announce that the NFLRC has received continued Title VI grant funding for 2022-2026, making it the longest continually-funded Language Resource Center in the U.S. Click to learn about our future projects & events.

The Project Repository is a collection of standards-based instructional blueprints for instructors with instructions to guide the implementation of a project.

Explore our immense array of resources for educators interested in incorporating PBLL into their language classrooms.

Professional learning resources for online language teaching through webinars & TED-Ed lessons.

7-episode podcast on how we can use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in our work as language educators


7 TED-Ed lessons based on the book Enacting the World of Language Instruction: High-Leverage Teaching Practices

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The Hawaiʻi English Language Program (HELP) is an intensive English language program run by the Department of Second Language Studies at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa in Honolulu. Our program focuses on Academic English preparation and students who complete the program may be conditionally admitted to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Our curriculum covers the four skill areas of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. In addition, students at most levels may choose electives that provide extra practice in the skill areas as well as grammar and TOEFL ITP test preparation. As part of the Department of Second Language Studies, our program is also a place of innovative and pioneering research. Please look at our Research Page to see the recent research projects taking place at HELP. If you have questions about HELP, please contact us for more information regarding our program!

Since our program focuses on Academic English, classes focus on those skills that students need for university studies as well as in business. These skills include academic reading, writing, research, lecture note-taking, oral presentation, and group discussion. Go to Course Descriptions for more information.

All HELP students are required to participate in service-learning activities, which provide students with the opportunity to volunteer in the local community. Students are able to learn more about American culture, practice listening to and speaking English in real-life situations, meet and work with people from all walks of life, and gain memorable experiences. Go to Service Learning for more information.

As members of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, students can explore and discover the campus, join campus events, activities, and clubs where they can meet university students. HELP students can also join their instructors in weekly activities that include surfing, hula, hiking, and visiting cultural sites around the island. In addition, volunteer and service learning opportunities are available to enhance classroom studies and to participate in the local community. Go to Learning Opportunities for more information.

The university offers numerous amenities for HELP students. View University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Campus Visit to book a tour of campus, watch videos of campus highlights, find maps of campus, and more.

As it is our goal to help students reach their academic goals, staff are always available to offer advice and assistance on their course of study and gaining admission to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, one of the UH System community colleges, or other universities and colleges in the United States.

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We are a highly rated, internationally respected, accredited English school in one of the world's most famous and beautiful locales. Since 1984, we have been the school of choice for the best total learning experience in Hawaii: outstanding programs, exciting school activities and top-notch student services, at an amazing Waikiki Beach location. Study English in Paradise!


The diligent student(s) receives a one week free tuition gift certificate, an IIE souvenir bag, plus a Starbucks card. Study hard and you may be our next Student of the Month!


IIE Hawaii Offers English Classes for All Levels, Needs and Ages.


IIE provides housing for all budgets and tastes including homestay, shared houses and apartments, student residences and condos.

One of the things I liked most about IIE Hawaii was that I couldn't speak Portuguese, so I was always encouraged to practice my English. Also, every day there were some different dynamics such as games and discussions about different topics, so if you don't know enough vocabulary, that's when you learn. It was perfect.


I was so glad to restart studying English as part of the start of a new life. I found the way to my new life studying here. IIE taught me the fun of speaking English. I found that communicating with people from other countries was wonderful. I appreciate my family who pushed me and all the friends I met in Hawaii.

4worldlovers: Where students excel academically in what can only be described as paradise.


GV Hawaii delivers a high quality educational experience to students from across the globe. At GV Hawaii, you will achieve your educational goals, have unforgettable adventures, and leave with wonderful memories and aloha.

4worldlovers: NICE offers excellent English courses throughout the year for students with a variety of goals and available time. Study options include rigorous intensive English for academic, professional, and general purposes, as well as short conversation courses that expose students to life in the U.S. and Hawaii. Although each course has a unique focus, NICE is especially known for its emphasis on building essential ORAL COMMUNICATION skills in English necessary for global communication.

Four ten-week sessions per year, beginning each January, April, July, and October. The CEFR-based curriculum focuses on English for academic, professional, and general purposes.

• Innovative methods for teaching and practicing real-world listening and speaking tasks

A three-week session each winter, spring, summer and fall. The curriculum focuses on English conversation and culture.