Do you want to study English as a second language in America?
Let's look at question #1. Where should I study?
There are three general choices: cities, suburbs, and rural areas.
Unless you hate cities and want to live somewhere less crowded, I recommend that you study in a city. One of the benefits of studying in a city
is access to public transportation. If you live in the suburbs or in a rural area, you are probably going to need a car.
Another thing to consider is how many people from your culture live in the place you want to study. It's possible for a Korean person to spend a lot of money studying English in New York City and only learn a little English if that person lived in a Korean community and didn't practice speaking
English outside of class. I think it's better not to live too close to a large community of people who speak the same native language as you.
I know a bit about these American cities:
Study ESL in ...
- Philadelphia is close to New York but less expensive.
- Boston is an exciting city with lots to do.
- New York City is my favorite but it is very expensive.
- San Francisco is a city I've always wanted to visit.
- San Diego is famous for its excellent weather.
- New Orleans has Mardi Gras once a year.
- Burlington is the place to go if you don't like big cities.
- Washington D.C. is the capital, but I don't recommend it.
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