IIE AND GLOBAL VILLAGE HAWAII JOIN FORCES!

Aloha to our students, alumni, and community!

We have a big announcement: two of Hawaii’s premier English language schools—IIE Hawaii and Global Village Hawaii—are combining over 60 years of total experience to become Global Village IIE Hawaii!

As part of this integration, Housenka Group, which has an extensive track record in the fields of education and healthcare in Japan and overseas, will make a new investment and participate in the new operating structure. With this stable financial foundation, we will continue making ongoing investments in long-term school operations, academic programs, and student services

NEW INTEGRATED CAMPUS LOCATION
Starting October 26, 2026, IIE Hawaii’s operations and students will officially move to Global Village Hawaii’s bright, ocean-view campus. Located directly across from Ala Moana Center, it’s just minutes from Waikiki and major bus routes.
Address: 1440 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 1100, Honolulu, HI 96814 USA

KEY FEATURES OF GLOBAL VILLAGE IIE HAWAII
Whether you want to prep for university, improve your conversational skills, or combine English studies with island adventures, our new combined campus has you covered:

Expanded Course Offerings: General English, Cambridge English Exam Prep, English in Paradise small-group electives, seasonal Kids & Teens programs, 50+ programs, and pathways to the University of Hawaii.
English + Activities: Combine your language studies with surfing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), hula, or ukulele!
Daily Island Activities: Join beach yoga sessions, hiking trips, snorkeling excursions, volunteering, sunset cruises, and cultural workshops with classmates from around the globe.
Diverse Housing Options: Choose from local homestays, student residences, apartments, Waikiki condominiums, or hotel stays.
Top-Tier Quality: Fully accredited by CEA, an official Cambridge English test center, and maintained under a strict English-Only policy for fast learning.

HANDLING OF CURRENT AND FUTURE APPLICATIONS
We are working together to ensure a smooth transition so that currently enrolled students and students scheduled to enroll in the future can continue or begin their studies with confidence:
Transfer of Bookings: All confirmed enrollment applications for classes, accommodation, and other services will be transferred to Global Village IIE Hawaii.
Application of 2026 Fees: All applications received by October 31, 2026, will retain the validity of current 2026 pricing for courses, tuition, and accommodation, regardless of whether you enroll in 2026 or 2027.
New Fee Schedule: The new unified fee schedule for Global Village IIE Hawaii will be officially announced by October 9, 2026, and takes official effect on November 1, 2026.

WORDS FROM OUR LEADERSHIP

“The coming together of IIE Hawaii and Global Village Hawaii marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for English language education in Hawaii… We are very excited about the new developments ahead and look forward to welcoming students as Global Village IIE Hawaii.”
— Eric Lum, President

“By bringing together the networks of IIE Hawaii, Global Village Hawaii, and Housenka Group… I am confident that we can provide our partners and students around the world with even more extensive opportunities and support than ever before.”
— Ed Lee, Director of International Business Development and Institutional Relations