OHLA Schools
825 Brickell Bay Drive, 18th Floor, Miami, Florida 33131, United States
OHLA Schools
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Our Semi-Intensive program runs Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 12:45 pm for a total of 20 ESL lessons per week.
Students in this program can join our FREE Conversation Club that takes place 3 times per week from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm giving students a chance to practice the language with native English speakers while getting to know their classmates.
Our conversation club provides an excellent opportunity for further immersion in English outside the classroom.
The core ESL program covers fluency and comprehension:
• listening
• word structure
• word usage
• reading
• vocabulary
• writing
• speaking
Visa type required: B1/B2/Waiver
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar
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 | 25 years old |
Welcome to OHLA Schools!
Founded in 1998, OHLA is an award-winning private English school with over 27 years of experience. We have helped thousands of students reach their English and academic goals.
Students from 70+ countries join our programs, creating a truly global community. With five campuses in Florida — Miami, Aventura, Boca Raton, Orlando, and Tampa — you can study in some of the Sunshine State’s most exciting cities. Prefer to study from home? Our virtual platform gives you access to OHLA’s programs from anywhere in the world.
Why Choose OHLA?
• Voted Best Language School in Florida for 14 consecutive years
• 100+ U.S. universities accept our certificate instead of TOEFL/IELTS
• Students from 70+ countries
• Flexible schedules – morning & evening classes available
• Innovative learning using AI technologies
• Small, interactive classes with experienced teachers
• GAP Year and Youth Camps in Miami & Orlando
• Accommodation options – homestay with American families or modern student residences
• Cultural activities & excursions – learn English inside and outside the classroom
OHLA Schools — respected, diverse, and the perfect place to start your English journey.
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 25. 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!
My experience at OHLA English School was excellent overall. The classes were well-structured and interactive, which helped me improve my English quickly. The teachers at OHLA were supportive, patient, and always willing to explain until I understood, which made learning enjoyable. The location of the school is great—right in the heart of the city with easy access to shops, restaurants, and public transport. The facilities were modern and clean, with classrooms equipped for learning and comfortable study areas. I also enjoyed the activities organized by OHLA, such as cultural events and city tours, which gave me the chance to meet people from different countries and practice English in real-life situations.
For housing, I appreciated the convenience of staying close to the school and having everything I needed, though I think it could be improved a bit in terms of comfort and amenities. Overall, I truly liked the supportive environment, the diversity of students, and the high quality of teaching at OHLA, and I would definitely recommend OHLA English School to anyone who wants to study English in a professional yet friendly atmosphere
Loved my experience at OHLA! Learned a lot, made friends, and the staff always helped with everything I needed. Will be visiting all the time!
Show details » Read more...Wonderful place to study. The classes are engaging, entertaining, and educational . The teachers are dedicated and hard working. They explain new topics and support the students. The location is perfect!
Show details » Read more...The admission process was easy, and when I have started my study there, the staff are amazing, they were helpful in every aspect, the teachers are the best! So many engaging activities helped me to learn the language better, such an improvement!
Show details » Read more...I was enjoying time here when I learned English. My teacher Nicolas explained very clearly and found interesting activities for all his students.
Show details » Read more...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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