jameson global

What jameson global does

Jameson Global is a privately-held educational consulting firm headquartered in Urbana, Illinois, providing English proficiency testing, international student recruitment, study abroad programming, and advisory services to U.S. universities, private middle and high schools, ESL centers, J-visa scholar applicants, and study abroad students. The firm was founded by Jim Brosam II and operates through a network of senior consultants including Patti Jones, who serves as President of the wholly-owned J-Check subsidiary.

The company's core product is J-Check, a J-visa-specific English proficiency testing and documentation service that uses the iTEP Academic Plus exam integrated with Fotosure security software for remote identity verification, delivering score reports within 24-48 hours at $99 per test. J-Check's institutional membership is free for universities, with customizable partner-school portals introduced in February 2019. Beyond J-Check, Jameson Global is an independent distributor of the iTEP suite of exams (Academic Plus, SLATE Plus, Hospitality, Au Pair, Business) under the iTEP Midwest brand, covering 21 U.S. states with no minimum purchase requirements, and operates a Study English in California ESL program in Santa Barbara.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid of transaction fees (J-Check tests, study abroad tuition), usage-based distribution (iTEP), and professional services fees (international enrollment management consulting, global fundraising, campus internationalization, legal/immigration advisory). The Costa Rica business is conducted through an exclusive preferred-USA-partner relationship with the Costa Rican Language Academy (CRLA, founded 1989, 15,000+ lifetime students), offering Spanish language programs, non-Spanish specialized tracks, and volunteer/service-learning programs, with credit-transfer arrangements through Jacksonville University. A Moscow affiliate established in 2014 is currently suspended. The company has no disclosed external investors, no fundraising history, and no publicly reported revenue.

Name

jameson global

Legal name

Jameson Global

Website

https://jamesonglobal.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Consulting Services

NAICS

Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416), Management Consulting Services (54161), Translation and Interpretation Services (54193)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

International Agent Network Management & Channel Partnerships (EDAIACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Thematic & Discipline-Specific Study Abroad Programs (e.g., STEM, Business, Arts) (EDAIAAAC), Business & Professional Language Training Abroad (EDAIAEAC)

Keywords

• Educational consulting services
• English proficiency testing
• International student recruitment
• Study abroad programs
• J-visa compliance support

Headquarters

HQ city

Urbana

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. J-Check Testing Services: Revenue generated from English proficiency testing fees for J-visa scholars. Scholars pay $99 USD directly to Jameson Global for J-Check testing. Institutional membership is free for universities.
2. iTEP Distribution and Test Center Management: Revenue from distributing iTEP suite of exams and managing certified test centers for partner schools in the US and abroad. Includes exam inventory management and flexible billing options.
3. Educational Consulting Services: Consulting fees for services including international alumni engagement, global fundraising, strategic enrollment management, international student recruitment, and campus globalization consulting.
4. Study Abroad Programs: Revenue from organizing and coordinating study abroad programs in Costa Rica through partnership with CRLA, including Spanish language programs, non-Spanish specialized programs, and group programs for universities and high schools.
5. Student Recruitment and Retention Services: Revenue from recruiting international students for partner private high schools, ESL centers, and universities in the USA, with associated support services including homestay management and cultural assimilation support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Jameson Global is an educational consulting firm that delivers English proficiency testing (J-Check for J-visa scholars and iTEP distribution), international student recruitment and retention support for U.S. institutions, Costa Rica study abroad programs through its CRLA partnership, and consulting services on campus internationalization, global fundraising, and international alumni engagement. The company operates through a network of expert consultants and affiliate offices, serving both institutional clients (universities, schools, ESL centers) and individual students (J-visa applicants, study abroad participants).

Product overview

Jameson Global is an educational consulting company offering a portfolio of services focused on international education and English proficiency. The core offerings include: (1) J-Check testing service for J-visa scholar English proficiency documentation using iTEP Academic Plus; (2) iTEP exam distribution and test center management for Academic Plus, SLATE Plus, Hospitality, Au Pair, and Business variants; (3) international student recruitment and retention support for partner US schools; (4) Costa Rica study abroad programs through CRLA partnership; (5) educational consulting services. The company operates as a distributor for iTEP International and manages test centers domestically (iTEP Midwest covering 21 states) and internationally. The J-Check product is a wholly-owned subsidiary service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• J-Check: Testing and documentation service for English proficiency for J-visa scholar applicants, utilizing the iTEP Academic Plus exam. J-Check is wholly-owned by Jameson Global.

Products and services

• J-Check Testing Service A quick, convenient, and cost-effective testing and documentation service for English proficiency of J-visa scholar applicants. Provides comprehensive score reports within 24-48 hours and includes the iTEP Academic Plus exam with grammar, reading, listening, writing, and speaking sections. Scholars take the test remotely from home or office using Fotosure security for identity verification.
• iTEP Exam Distribution and Test Center Management Jameson Global is an independent distributor of the iTEP suite of exams (Academic Plus for university admissions, SLATE Plus for middle/high school admissions, Hospitality for tourism industry, Au Pair for hiring, and Business for employee assessment), managing test centers for partner schools in 21 U.S. states and internationally, with flexible billing and no minimum purchase requirements.
• International Student Recruitment & Retention Support Recruitment of academically qualified international students for partner private middle/high schools, ESL centers, and universities in the USA. Services include retention support, homestay management, tuition assistance, translation, insurance coverage, travel arrangements, and cultural assimilation support.
• Costa Rica Study Abroad Programs Study abroad programs in Costa Rica through the partnership with Costa Rican Language Academy (CRLA), including Spanish language programs for individual students and groups (one week to 12 months), non-Spanish specialized programs (business, tourism, healthcare, eco-tourism), and volunteer/service learning opportunities for university and high school groups.
• Educational Consulting Services Consulting services through a network of experts covering international alumni engagement, global fundraising, strategic international enrollment management, student recruitment and retention, education law, cultural training, campus internationalization, ESL instruction, and study abroad program development. Delivered directly to U.S. universities and educational institutions.
• Study English in California Program ESL programs in Santa Barbara, California offering Intensive ESL (25 hours/week with F-1 visa), Universal Program (15 hours/week with B visa), TOEFL Preparation, and Business English courses. Includes homestay, airport pickup from LAX, and cultural activities.
• CRLA Spanish Language Programs Spanish language instruction at Costa Rican Language Academy in San Jose, Costa Rica, offering individual student programs (1 week to 12 months), short-term/summer group programs, Medical Spanish, and Spanish for Teachers. Credit transfer options available through Jacksonville University for students whose home universities lack direct transfer arrangements.

Quantifiable outcome

• CRLA has welcomed over 15,000 students from around the world since 1989
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Costa Rican Language Academy (CRLA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1989Jameson Global is the preferred USA partner of CRLA located in San Jose, Costa Rica. Founded in 1989, CRLA is privately owned and locally operated and has welcomed over 15,000 students from around the world. The partnership creates study abroad and service opportunities for American students in Spanish language programs, specialized programs, and volunteer projects.
• iTEP InternationalcoreTechnology or IntegrationJameson Global is a proud partner and independent distributor of iTEP International, provider of the International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP) suite of exams. Jameson Global & iTEP Midwest services 21 U.S. states and manages iTEP test centers internationally.
• Jacksonville UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCredit transfer partnership allowing students from universities without direct transfer options to transfer CRLA Spanish courses to Jacksonville University (JU) in Florida, which then transfers to their home university. Credits appear on a Jacksonville University transcript.
• University of South AlabamaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner school using iTEP Academic Plus exam for international admissions. Global USA is the university's unit responsible for international students with year-round ESL program.
• College of CharlestonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFounded in 1770, this historic institution uses iTEP Academic Plus for international admissions. The school has an English Language Institute operating ESL classes year-round.
• Northern Michigan UniversityminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPublic university accepting iTEP Academic Plus for international admissions with required score of 3.7 for undergraduates. Will begin using iTEP for placement testing in their English Language Institute.
• Boston Educational Services (BES)coreTechnology or IntegrationDeveloper of the iTEP suite of exams. Jameson Global is a proud distributor of iTEP exams developed by Boston Educational Services (BES).
• NAFSA: Association of International EducatorsminorOthersJameson Global consultants are affiliated members of NAFSA, the Association of International Educators. Patti Jones has served in multiple leadership roles including Chair of Membership Engagement Committee and Academy coaching positions.
• AATSPminorOthersJameson Global is affiliated with the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• IDP Education: IDP Education places international students into English-language and higher-education programs and co-owns IELTS. It is comparable to Jameson Global as an international-student placement and English-proficiency ecosystem participant.
• Shorelight Education: Shorelight partners with U.S. universities to recruit, admit, and support international students through pathway and English-language programs. Like Jameson Global, it combines recruitment, English proficiency readiness, and ongoing student support as a bundled service for institutional clients.
• INTO University Partnerships: INTO partners with universities worldwide to deliver international student pathway, English language, and direct-entry programs. It is comparable to Jameson Global as a multi-service international education provider that sits between non-U.S. students and U.S./global universities.
• ELS Educational Services: ELS operates intensive English language programs and U.S. university pathway arrangements on more than 60 campuses. Its ESL-plus-university-admission model is closely comparable to Jameson Global's ESL/placement and iTEP Academic Plus distribution activities.
• CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange): CIEE runs study abroad, internship, and exchange programs for U.S. students and international participants. Its study-abroad operating model and institutional relationships parallel Jameson Global's CRLA-based study-abroad service line.
• Study Group: Study Group operates international student pathway programs, English language preparation, and higher-education partnerships across multiple destinations. It mirrors Jameson Global's bundling of recruitment, English testing readiness, and university partnership services for international students.

Broad incumbents

• Kaplan International: Kaplan International delivers English language training, university preparation, and study abroad programs globally. It overlaps with Jameson Global's ESL/language-training and study-abroad service offerings, particularly via ESL partners.
• Navitas: Navitas is a large global education provider offering university pathway programs, English language training, and professional education across many countries. It is comparable to Jameson Global as a broader incumbent in the same international-recruitment-and-pathway category.

Others

• Cambridge Assessment English: Cambridge Assessment English develops widely accepted English proficiency tests (e.g., B2 First, C1 Advanced). It is a third-party assessment provider in the same product category as iTEP, the underlying exam Jameson Global distributes.
• Educational Testing Service (ETS / TOEFL): ETS develops and administers TOEFL and other English proficiency assessments used in U.S. university admissions. It is comparable as the dominant incumbent assessment provider whose market Jameson Global's J-Check and iTEP distribution compete against for English proficiency documentation.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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