Language studies abroad : Adults : Destinations : English : USA : Boston

Language school Boston
Embassy CES

Our partner school in Boston is located on the campus of Lasell College, amongst the tree-lined streets and Victorian buildings of the peaceful Newton district. Southwest of the Charles River, it is only thirty minutes by train to the centre of Boston. You can enjoy all the advantages that a university campus offers and use the numerous facilities, like the cafeteria, the library, the sports centre, the various sports fields and the common rooms. You will also find a computer room, videos, television and VCR to help you in your personal studies. Students are entitled to one hour of free Internet access per week. An animated student social life offers a wide choice of clubs, sports and cultural associations: ideal for practising your English and making new friends amongst the many American students on campus.

At a glance

Population
600 000 (Boston)
84 000 Newton
School size S-XL
Level
Elementary to advanced
Minimum age
16
Accommodation
Host family / residence
Certificates
TOEFL, TOEIC

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 48 weeks
Level: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: 10-15 students
Minimum age: 16
Daily schedule: 09:00–12:40 or 13:00-16:40
Intensive course
Lessons: 28 of 50 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 48 weeks
Level: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: 10-15 students
Minimum age: 16
Daily schedule: 09:00–15:30
Preparation for TOEFL/TOEIC certificates
Lessons: 28 of 50 minutes
(20 general + 8 prep. TOEFL/TOEIC)
Duration of courses: minimum 4 weeks
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Details: see Intensive course

Accomodation

Host family
Sharing the daily life and experiences of an American family is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the local lifestyle and to practise your English in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Located on Newton’s residential strip, you will have your own room equipped with a desk for your studies, and share breakfast and dinner with your host family each day.
Residence
For those who desire more independence and the possibility of meeting other students from around the world, our partner school in Boston offers accommodation on the Lasell College campus. The buildings are bright and modern, with facilities such as a library, sports fields and Internet. Staying in a single bedroom with half-board from Monday to Friday, you will share the common areas (1 living room, 1 bathroom and 1 equipped kitchen per group of 4-6 students) with the other students.

Leisure

The days will not be long enough for you to discover all that Boston has to offer. Start off your stay by admiring the superb view from the Skywalk Observatory in the Prudential Centre; or for something a bit different, take a cruise and discover Boston from the water. To learn more about the city’s history, join the guided tours of the Freedom Trail, or admire the works of art that are housed in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, famous the world over. If you love shopping, Harvard Square, Newbury Street and Quincy Market will certainly not disappoint you. Sports fans can take the opportunity to cheer on the Celtics or the Red Sox. The school also offers diverse excursions during the week and on the weekend to discover Newport, Rhode Island, Salem, Vermont and of course… New York City!

Embassy CES
WiFi is free.
Prices 2008

Dates and Prices in American Dollars
(USD 1 ≈ CHF 1.25 / EUR 0.76)

Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11.2007
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 21.01 / 18.02 / 26.05 / 04.07 / 01.09 / 13.10 / 27.11 / 28.11 / 25.12.2008
School holidays:
25.12.2007 - 01.01.2008

Included in price:
  • Language Course & Course Materials
  • Accommodation with a hostfamily or in a residence
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
A: Homestay/single room/half board
B: Residence/single room/half board (18 y.o.)
Standard Course A B
2 weeks 1235 1465
3 weeks 1785 2130
4 weeks 2335 2795
6 weeks 3435 4125
8 weeks 4495 5415
12 weeks 6555 7935
16 weeks 8695 10535
24 weeks 12135 15495
Extra week (24+) 495 635
2 weeks 1290 1530
3 weeks 1865 2225
4 weeks 2440 2920
6 weeks 3590 4310
8 weeks 4700 5660
12 weeks 6800 8240
16 weeks 9020 10940
24 weeks 12620 16100
Extra week (24+) 520 665


Intensive Course A B
2 weeks 1375 1605
3 weeks 1995 2340
4 weeks 2615 3075
6 weeks 3855 4545
8 weeks 5055 5975
12 weeks 7455 8835
16 weeks 9895 11735
24 weeks 12855 16215
Extra week (24+) 520 660
2 weeks 1440 1680
3 weeks 2090 2450
4 weeks 2740 3220
6 weeks 4040 4760
8 weeks 5220 6180
12 weeks 7640 9080
16 weeks 10140 12060
24 weeks 13700 17180
Extra week (24+) 565 710


TOEFL or TOEIC Course A B
4 weeks 2615 3075
4 weeks 2740 3220
see Intensive course
TOEFL: Tassa d’essame da pagare on-line, http://www.ets.org/toefl
TOEIC: Examination fee to be paid on site, ~135


Exam fee is to be paid online, http://www.ets.org/toefl TOEIC: Examination fee to be paid on site, ~100

Options/Extras
Private Tuition (min. 5 lessons/week) (per lesson) 90
Private Tuition (min. 5 lessons/week) (per lesson) 95
Christmas at the hostfamily's (per week) (20.12.08-04.01.09) 0
Christmas at the hostfamily's (per week) (20.12.08-04.01.09) 100
Airport transfer 120
Airport transfer 125
Twin room:
Homestay -55/w.
Homestay (20+) -65/w.
Residence -45/w.
Residence (20+) -85/w.

Key points of the language school in Boston

• Beautiful city overflowing with energy
• USA University City
• Quality school with excellent teachers
• School is suitable for adults as well as young people (from 16 years of age)
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