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- ELSIS-EAP = 16% of full course W.e.f. January 2026: ELSIS-EAP = 20% of full course, AUSTRALIA
Official website
www.elsis.edu.auAustraliaQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL IN SYDNEY (ELSIS) (THROUGH ECA)
ELSIS (The English Language School in Sydney) is a private English-language college in Australia, operating as part of ECA (English Colleges Australia). It is not a university; it specialises in ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students) and offers General English, English for Academic Purposes, IELTS preparation, Cambridge exam preparation and other vocational English programs for international students. The college has campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, providing a supportive environment for students preparing for further study, work or travel in Australia. Founded in 1990, ELSIS has a long history of delivering English-language education to students from around the world. It is accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and is a member of English Australia, the national association for English-language colleges. Its courses are designed to improve practical communication skills and academic English proficiency, with pathways to partner higher-education and vocational institutions.
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, multiple campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane
ELSIS offers an urban, internationally diverse English language learning environment across campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, with an intimate community feel and a strong sporting and academic culture.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseIntimate Community
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Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
8/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Generally warm
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
84% placement rate
As an English language school, ELSIS focuses on pathway preparation rather than direct career placement, with an 84% progression rate into further study programs.
Top Recruiters
Commonwealth BankWestpacTelstraAtlassianBHP
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Student Life
2,500 students (1,500 international)
Campus: Urban, multiple campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane
Location: ELSIS-EAP = 16% of full course W.e.f. January 2026: ELSIS-EAP = 20% of full course, Australia
Climate: Generally warm
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
The school hosts approximately 2,500 students across its three city campuses, with EAP courses comprising 16% of the full course load, increasing to 20% from January 2026.
LibrarySports ComplexStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 75%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Feb–Jul for Semester 2; Apr–Nov for Semester 1
With a 75% acceptance rate, prospective students should apply between February and July for Semester 2 intake or April to November for Semester 1 intake.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 75%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Australia: Feb–Jul for Semester 2; Apr–Nov for Semester 1