ALTO ALTO is a global non-profit organization and sector association of the World Youth Student & Educational (WYSE) Travel Confederation.
ALTO membership is a symbol of quality. Members are vetted by the larger membership community, examined for financial health, and referred by other ALTO members. In addition, ALTO members adhere to the ALTO Charter, Members’ Guarantees of Quality, and other guidelines issued by the association.
ACCET ACCET was founded in 1974, for the purpose of improving continuing education and training, and has been officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Education since 1978 as a “reliable authority” on the quality of education and training provided by the institutions we accredit. In 1998, ACCET became the only recognized accrediting agency to be certified as an ISO 9001-Quality Management System, under the international standards established by the International Organization for Standardization, and continues to hold that unique status.
Population Diversity
No diversity
Little diversity
Sufficient mix of nationalities
Diverse mix of nationalities
Very diverse mix of nationalities
Intensive course supplement (30 lessons/week)
Applied per week
Distance from school to living accommodations
Housing location is too far away (commute is more than 1 hour)
Housing location is far away (commute is 45 min to 1 hour)
Proximity of housing is within a reasonable distance (commute is 30 to 45 minute
Proximity of housing is close (commute is less than 30 minutes)
Proximity of housing is very close (commute is less than 15 minutes)
Services and facilities
Insufficient selection of services and equipment
Limited selection of services and equipment
Satisfactory selection of services and equipment
Large selection of services and equipment
Very large selection of services and equipment
This program is perfect for teens, and offers the opportunity to discover a campus lifestyle abroad for the summer.
Environment
Unsatisfactory environment
Satisfactory environment
Good environment
Very good environment
Exceptional environment
Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
British Council The British Council is a state organization that controls and attests to the quality of language schools.
Diversity of activities
Very unsatisfactory proximity to a variety of activities
Unsatisfactory proximity to a variety of activities
Decent proximity to a variety of activities
Close proximity to a variety of activities
Very close proximity to a variety of activities
WYSE The World Youth and Student Educational Travel Confederation is a non-profit association that comprises more than 550 members who represent the travel community for young people, students, and educational endeavors. WYSE’s mission is to promote international understanding by encouraging travel and educational opportunities for young people.
Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
Cambridge and its surrounding area have an unrivalled reputation for being a center of excellence both in learning and ambiance. Cambridge University, comprised of 32 colleges, is one of the finest…
English UK Formed in 2004 from two previous associations (ARELS and BASELT), English UK has 340 centers in private schools, educational trusts and charities, further education colleges and universities.
All their members are accredited by the British Council under the Accreditation UK Scheme, which we run in partnership with the British Council.
Their key roles are to promote quality and to represent their members' interests.
For students, enrolling at an English UK center is the best way to ensure that they have a positive experience in the UK, and that they get the most out of their English language course.
AAIEP Through its support for ethical and professional standards for intensive English programs, the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP) promotes the well-being and educational success of its English language students.
Through its advocacy efforts with both governmental and nongovernmental actors, AAIEP communicates the value of English study in the U.S. and make studying the language more accessible.
FELTOM FELTOM is a self-regulating association of the major schools in Malta. It is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Tourism, and holds consultative status with the Malta Tourism Authority.