51±¬ÁÏ â€“ Kumasi, Ghana Center
We are excited to announce the opening of our new 51±¬ÁÏ center in Kumasi, Ghana. 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 51±¬ÁÏ Testing Center
We are an official 51±¬ÁÏ 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 51±¬ÁÏ placement test
- Evaluate results (within 3 business days):
- Higher Scores: Direct admission to partner schools
- Lower scores: Placement in appropriate 51±¬ÁÏ English program level
- Receive support for university application or 51±¬ÁÏ 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:
- 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
- Other courses:
- TOEFL, IELTS, or GRE preparation
- 51±¬ÁÏ 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:
AK-827-9994 Kwame Gyawu Road, Plot No. 3, Atwima Boko
Kumasi, Ghana
Telephone: +233 244 986 302
Email: kumasi@ala.edu