OHLA Schools
825 Brickell Bay Drive, 18th Floor, Miami, Florida 33131, United States
OHLA Schools
Our Intensive program runs Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm for a total of 24 ESL lessons per week.
In the Intensive program we offer a vast array of complementary courses that vary throughout the year depending on the needs of students.
Designed for students who wish to pursue higher education, undergraduate and graduate programs, in the USA. Focuses on mastering grammar along with reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
• Vocabulary
• English Sounds
• Presentations
• Accent Reduction
• Grammar Rules
• Business English
Visa type required: F-1
Students learn through context and real situations that help them to learn in a natural way. Teachers supply new topics daily, and utilize textbooks, authentic materials and resources, including newspapers, videos and the internet, to show and teach English in an everyday context.
OHLA does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
You can choose from the following class times:
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 12 students |
Maximum | 15 students |
Age range | 16 years old and older |
Average | 24 years old (25 in the summer) |
As general information, OHLA runs one of the largest ESL programs in the Miami area. Our school can accommodate over 350 students and for those students pursuing University and Exam Preparation courses, OHLA dedicates a Graduate Studies Center, fully equipped with smart boards for an interactive learning experience.
OHLA occupies the entire 18th floor of a beautiful bay view location right in the heart of Miami. With the ocean view as the front yard and the city as a back yard.
Each classroom is equipped with Flat Screen TV's, computers and full WiFi access to assist our teachers in delivering innovative and interactive learning activities.
OHLA has over 25 classrooms and 3 computer labs. Students at OHLA have access to swimming pools, Jacuzzi's and a gym free of charge. Students at OHLA can also register to our wellness center and enjoy yoga, aerobics and power plate’s, classes.
OHLA offers a wide range of accommodation services, from host family accommodation to placement in 3 different student residence, one on campus and two off campus, just minutes away from our school.
Over the years, OHLA has grown into a leader in the ESL field by guiding its international students towards the path of professional and personal growth. Students from over 60 nationalities become part of this institution that prides itself for its:
• Highly accredited program
• The stellar quality of its teaching staff and student services
• The wide variety of accommodation options offered (homestay and 3 student residences)
• Its incomparable facilities
Come join one of the leading language schools of Miami!
OHLA has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in USA. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.
The nationality and age mix at OHLA Schools varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 24. In the summer, the average age is 25.
OHLA does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
OHLA campus is located in the heart of Miami "Brickell" known as the Financial District of Miami. With 25 irresistible bay-view teaching classrooms, 3 receptions, 3 computer labs and a state of the art facility that accommodates over 350 students.
OHLA students have access to 2 swimming pools, Jacuzzi, a fully equipped gym, cafeteria, and a wellness center called Open Hearts Living Active, where students can practice yoga, pilates, and power plates.
OHLA students have access to a Graduate Studies Center, where students can primarily focus on University and Exam Preparation courses. OHLA's Graduate Center is fully equipped with interactive smart boards to enhance the learning experience.
OHLA's outstanding location allows students to access the metro system as it is only 2 minutes away from school, and is within walking distance to the metro station, clubs, restaurants, grocery stores, beaches, Bayside, etc.
Come and be part of our diverse student nationality. Welcome to OHLA!
for Chrystel and Lucie CLAIRIOT it was perfect, with very playful teachers. (basic 2)
for Sylvain CLAIRIOT: disappointed, teacher not playful and fixed only on tests, Sylvain thinks he has made very little progress (intermediate 1)
My teacher was great and the classes efficient. I wish I could've stayed longer to improve my English even more.
The school is very close to downtown, which was very convenient. I liked how close to everything the school was, which also made it more convenient for the activities. Brickell is a very nice district. Hopefully I'll be able to go back next year, maybe try Orlando next time!
It was a nice experience. I had two teachers and both were really good. The activities of the school were varied, interesting, and not too expensive. The location was perfect; we had everything close to the school or the housing, but the price was really too expensive. I met some people there who rented almost the same room for two times less the price given to me! The classes were not so bad, but the internet of the school was terrible. Miami is a beautiful city, but without a car, it is a mess.
Show details » Read more...My class was very friendly and fun. I had two teachers. The location of the school is very convenient.
Show details » Read more...It was a very good experience. I am very satisfied with the school. The teachers are very friendly and the classes very interesting. There are students from different countries and this makes for a better experience. The school location is very good and in general I can recommend this school without hesitation.
Show details » Read more...Friendly atmosphere, smart and cheerful teacher, friendly staff, conveniently located academy, beautiful ocean view, excellent technically equipped classes, great experiences.
Show details » Read more...I liked that our school was situated almost on the top floor, so we had a magnificent view of the city. Teachers were wonderful, very friendly, and supportive
Show details » Read more...OHLA is nice place to study English, with perfect location in the city center and nice view. It is really easy to get to the school. Every teacher has personal structure of the lessons. Weekly tests helps to check your personal goals and score in every part you learn. Same time you have a lot of available time to see the city, walk around and even outside. Also school has an option. You can take funny excursions or walk with group of people from school. In any way you will improve your skills in English.
Administration of the school will always happy to see you with any difficulties and will give an option what to do.
My personal experience of staying was with family. It was excellent choice to me. I am happy that I met them.
Despite the short time since I was only there for two weeks, I thought the school was excellent. Teachers and staff are very attentive and competent. Classes are dynamic and interesting. The location is an important detail, it is close to some Metromover stations, bus stops and I managed to walk around the various restaurant bars, which operate at night and some tourist spots like Bayside and Downtown. I was staying at the Extended Stay Hotel which has amenities like wi-fi, shuttle, mini-kitchen in the apartment, breakfast and the reception location close to school, I returned several times to walk to the hotel. OHLA really worth it, but would not recommend any course (neither this nor otherwise) with less than one month's duration.
Show details » Read more...I had a very pleasant experience at OHLA.
Very friendly attentive staff, excellent learning improvement,
Comfortable school facilities.
Will recommend all my friends to experience this school.
My personal experience was good, but it could be better, in the way that my teacher was not a native American and I didn't like that! The course was similar to course in Brazil that Ihave already done and I needed to improve my skills in conversation and there I did not have this all of the time, but only in some opportunities! Most of the time it was writing and write! I would like to come back but to improve my conversation and have this opportunity in know places to practice the language.
Show details » Read more...The teachers are very kind and have experience in teaching.
Show details » Read more...I liked the location of the school. It is in the center of Miami, near the Metromover station. The classes were very interesting and our teacher Nichol was very nice and professional. I didn't like that we didn't have homework, but it was an excellent experience for me.
Show details » Read more...Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 18+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about student residence accommodation
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.
Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.
Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.
The school offers airport pickup services. If you wish to be picked up, just give us your flight details and arrival date. The price of a one-way airport transfer from Miami International Airport is $80. You must book your airport transfer in advance when you register.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Miami based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.
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OHLA Schools