American Language Academy – Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Center
We are excited to announce the opening of our new ALA center in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire. At this location, we offer testing, training, and support services for English learners, with a special focus on preparing students for higher education in the United States.
Our Services
A. Certified ALA Testing Center
We are an official ALA Academic testing center, offering::
- University-level assessment (CEFR range: A1-C2)
- Evaluation of 5 skills: Listening, Writing, Reading, Speaking, Grammar
- Secure and accurate exams; Test results valid for two years
Process:
- Take 90-minute ALA placement test
- Evaluate results (within 3 business days):
- Higher Scores: Direct admission to partner schools
- Lower scores: Placement in appropriate ALA English program level
- Receive support for university application or ALA enrollment
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (by appointment)
Fees:
- Total: $229.00 (Test Fee: $129.00, Facility/Admin/Proctor Fees: $100.00).
- Discounts available for secondary students and groups
B. Training Support Center
We offer the following accredited programs:
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- Intensive English Program
- 7 levels (Foundation to Advanced)
- 5 sessions per year; 9-weeks per session
- 22 hours per week; 198 hours per level
- English for Academic Purposes Programs
- 14 levels (Foundation to Advanced)
- 5 sessions per year; 9-weeks per session
- 11 hours per week; 100 hours per level
- Intensive English Program
Other courses:
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- TOEFL, IELTS, or GRE preparation
- ALA Teacher Practicum Experience
- Customized English workshops, camps & tours
- Tutoring services
| Schedule: | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
| Winter | January 6 - March 7 | January 5 - March 6 | January 4 - March 5 | January 3 - March 3 | January 2 - March 2 | January 7 - March 8 |
| Spring | March 17 – May 16 | March 16 – May 15 | March 15 – May 14 | March 13 – May 12 | March 12 – May 11 | March 18 – May 17 |
| Summer | May 27 – July 25 | May 26 – July 24 | May 24 – July 23 | May 22 – July 21 | May 21 – July 20 | May 28 – July 26 |
| Fall I | August 4 – October 3 | August 3 – October 2 | August 2 – October 1 | July 31 – September 29 | July 30 – September 28 | August 5 – October 4 |
| Fall II | October 13 – December 12 | October 12 – December 11 | October 11 – December 10 | October 9 – December 8 | October 8 – December 7 | October 14 – December 13 |
Fees:
- Intensive English Program, a 9-week session:
- Tuition from US: $2,000.00
- Facility and Administration at center: $500.00
- English for Academic Purposes, a 9-week session:
- Tuition from US: $1,200.00
- Facility and Administration at center: $300.00
Contact Us
Location:
Cocody Angre Petro Ivoire
Immeuble Numero Uno, rue L160, 3eme etage porte 7, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire
Telephone: +225 07 57 34 73 00 or +255 077 859 6381
Email: cocody@ala.edu