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Language school Chicago, Kaplan International Colleges

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School

Located in the business district,"the Loop", our partner school is at the heart of Chicago. You will therefore be close to everything, including theatres, concert halls, shops, restaurants, bakeries, sandwich bars. Our partner school, Kaplan International Colleges, is also only a stone's throw away from the world's largest public library. Close to several public transport lines, you will have easy access to all of the city's districts. After your English classes, you will be able to enjoy the magnificent parks which are located along the banks of Lake Michigan. The language school has excellent, high-quality facilities contained within a three-storey building. There are 18 classrooms, 2 auditoriums and a multimedia and IT centre with an Internet connection. You will also have access to the school's library and student lounge, where you will be able to meet up with your friends after your English classes.

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 2 - 12 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:45 or 14:15 - 17:30

Semi-intensive course
Lessons: 27 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 7 ''structured-study'')
Course duration: 2 - 48 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:45 or 14:15 - 17:30

Intensive course
Lessons: 35 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 options + 7 ''structured-study'')
Course duration: 2 - 48 week(s)
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:45 or 14:15 - 17:30 + 12:30 - 14:00 (mon-thu)

Options (depending on level and availability):
Current Affairs, Writing and Vocabulary, Speaking and Pronunciation, Idioms, Local Culture, Literature, Film Studies, ...

TOEFL course
Lessons: 35 of 45 minutes
(20 TOEFL + 15 ''structured-study'')
Course duration: 4 - 16 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:45 or 14:15 - 17:30

Accommodation

Host family
Staying with a host family in Chicago is without any doubt the best way to practise English and to immerse yourself in the American culture. Each family is selected with care by our partner school and welcome you in a double or single room with half board provided. The families live in districts where you will find several bars, restaurants and bookshops. You will need to allow for around 40 minutes by public transport to get to the school.

Residence "International House of Chicago" (from 18 years)
This youth hostel which can accommodate up to 500 residents is part of the YMCA group, present throughout the world. It is located just beside the University of Chicago, around 30 minutes by public transport away from the school. The bedrooms, for single use, are quite basic (bed, desk, wardrobe; bedlinen and bath towels provided). Among the common equipment of the residence, you find bathrooms, a cafeteria, a living room, a games room, a kitchen and a laundry room.

Residence Gateway (from 18 years)
The residence proposed by our partner school in Chicago is located in an imposing red-brick building not far from Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. The impressive building has been entirely renovated and constitutes a good opportunity for those who wish to have a more independent accommodation option. Located 30 minutes by public transport away from the course centre, the residence offers single bedrooms with a choice of private or shared bathrooms. Internet access is free and some computers are at the disposal of the residents. Bedlinen is provided, but not towels, and a kitchen allows you to prepare your own meals. A paying laundry room is also available. Breakfast is served every day and the bedrooms are cleaned twice a week. In the company of the other residents, you will be able to make use of the games room, the music room and the television lounge. You will be able to hire a bicycle and explore in this way the surrounding area which abounds with bars, restaurants, music clubs and shops.
Please note that you must bring a padlock in order to lock your bedroom.

Leisure

A city of hyperactivity, Chicago proposes a whole host of entertainment possibilities: shows, exhibitions, festivals and world-class sports events. During the weekends and after your English classes, you will have the time to enjoy numerous activities. Between the discovery of the architectural works of Frank Lloyd Wright, numerous sports activities (cycling, volleyball, ice-skating, walks, etc.), the visiting of museums and art galleries or the staggering Sears Tower...Chicago promises you a sensational language study trip! In the city centre, the streets abound with cafés, bars and restaurants, where you can meet up and have parties with the other students and young people of Chicago.

Information

At a glance

Number of inhabitants
2'869'000
School size
L
Levels Elementary to advanced
Minimum age
16 years
Accommodation Host family, residence
Exams TOEFL

Location of the language school Kaplan International Colleges

Quality marks

ACCET

Testimonial

Ruth Hidalgo Jiminez I decided to come to Chicago to improve my English, because in the near future, it could be necessary for my work. The course is very useful because we learn grammar and practise our speaking in a "fun way" and with other people from different countries. I believe that studying with other students from around the world is the best way to continue improving my English. Already from the second week, I felt that my English was more fluent. The teachers are always available to explain things to us and help us.
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Key points

  • Mythical city and bustling megapole in the Great Lakes region
  • Exceptional cultural and music scene
  • Reputed language school and excellent teachers

Nationality Mix

Dates and Prices

For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us.

Dates and prices in USD (USD 1 ≈ EUR 0.8) Not-binding exchange rate
Arrival day: Saturday/Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end
Starting dates: every Monday, all year round
Bank holidays: 02.01 / 16.01 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 22.11 / 23.11 .2012
School holidays: 26.12.2011 - 02.01.2012
22.12.2012 - 01.01.2013

Lowest prices guaranteed

ESL guarantees you the most attractive prices on the market in England!
If you find any price difference, you will be entirely refunded.

Details

Included in price

  • Language course
  • Host family or residence
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Travel documents
A: Host family/double room/half board ; B: Residence/single room/no meals
Standard course A B
2 week(s) 1170 1500
3 week(s) 1700 2195
4 week(s) 2230 2890
6 week(s) 3200 4190
8 week(s) 4230 5550
12 week(s) 6290 8270
Semi-intensive course A B
2 week(s) 1210 1540
3 week(s) 1760 2255
4 week(s) 2310 2970
6 week(s) 3350 4340
8 week(s) 4430 5750
12 week(s) 6590 8570
16 week(s) 8590 11230
24 week(s) 12590 16550
Extra week (24+) 520 685
Intensive course A B
2 week(s) 1350 1680
3 week(s) 1970 2465
4 week(s) 2590 3250
6 week(s) 3770 4760
8 week(s) 4990 6310
12 week(s) 7430 9410
16 week(s) 9630 12270
24 week(s) 13430 17390
Extra week (24+) 555 720
TOEFL course A B
4 week(s) 2590 3250
6 week(s) 3770 4760
8 week(s) 4990 6310
12 week(s) 7430 9410
16 week(s) 9630 12270
Exam fee ~175
Exam fee is to be paid online, http://www.ets.org/toefl
Options/Extras
Course materials deposit (to be paid on site) 40
One-to-one course (per lesson) 60
Residence deposit (to be paid on site) 100
Extra night with host family (double room) 60
Extra night in a residence 100
Airport transfer (on arrival) 140
Other Types of Accommodation
Host family/double room/half board +200/w.
Residence/single room/no meals (International House of Chicago) +165/w.
Host family/single room/half board +30/w.
Residence/single room/breakfast only (shared bathroom) (Gateway) -105/w.
Residence/single room/breakfast only (private bathroom) (Gateway) +25/w.
Low/high season
Host family/double room/half board (23.06.12 - 25.08.12) +25/w.
Host family/single room/half board (23.06.12 - 25.08.12) +25/w.

Language schools in Chicago

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