Study in the USA
From ESL to college: how to transition from English school to university
For many international students, studying English is not the final goal. It is the first step toward college, a degree, and long-term opportunities in the United States. The transition is very achievable, but only if you understand the process and plan it correctly from the begin
Study in the USA
10 mistakes international students make in the U.S. and how to avoid them
Moving to the U.S. is a big step, and even strong students run into challenges early on. Most mistakes are not about intelligence or effort. They come from habits, expectations, and not understanding how things work here. The good news is that once you know them, they are easy to
Exams
English Placement Test Guide
Starting an ESL program should feel exciting, not stressful. But there’s one moment that can make even confident students nervous: the placement test. Here’s the good news: a placement test is not “pass or fail.” It’s a fast way to match you with the right class level, so you don
Exams
TOEFL Preparation Tips & Resources
Learn how to prepare effectively for the TOEFL exam and achieve high results. Solexian’s English and TOEFL Preparation courses help students enter U.S. universities and improve their English level.
Visa and immigration
Frequently Asked Questions about TPS (Temporary Protected Status)
What is TPS?
Visa and immigration
U4U: Uniting for Ukraine. What's next?
What is U4U?
Business English
Business Acronyms and Abbreviations
Today, we do not have enough time at work to write full words, phrases, or sentences and as a result, we use acronyms (abbreviations formed from the initial letters of other words and pronounced as a word) and abbreviations. So here are some of the most useful of them for you:
School news
ESL school in Wheeling, a charming and safe Chicago suburb
Greetings, Solexian community! We're thrilled to share some big news with you - Solexian ESL School opens a new location in the charming suburb of Wheeling, located in the greater Chicago area. This strategic decision is rooted in our commitment to providing an unparalleled learn
American culture
Useful expressions at a grocery store
One of the ways to practice your English in the USA is to go to a store. Someone will definitely come up to you and ask if you need any help. All you should do is start speaking, and the conversation will take off. Hopefully, you will find some of these expressions useful. When y
American culture
Climate change
Climate change is an issue that affects everyone, regardless of political affiliation or geographic location. As an English language school in Las Vegas, Solexian recognizes the importance of discussing this topic and educating our students about its implications.
American culture
American Culture: Greeting Cards
The exchange of greeting cards has become a part of the American culture. Americans send more cards today than any other nation in the world. Since the introduction of e-cards people have bought fewer paper greeting cards, but Americans still buy about 6 billions of them annually
American culture
American Culture: Secret Santa
Every year, on December 25 a great number of people in the USA celebrate one of the biggest holidays of the year - Christmas. The day celebrates Jesus Christ's birth.