Language studies abroad : Adults : English : USA : Chicago : Kaplan International Colleges

Language school Chicago, Kaplan International Colleges

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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 Aspect, 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.

Information

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 2 - 12 weeks
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:15

Semi-intensive course
Lessons: 27 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 7 ''self-study'')
Course duration: 2 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:15

Intensive course
Lessons: 35 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 8 options + 7 ''self-study'')
Course duration: 2 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-16:00 (Mon-Thu) + 09:00-12:15 (Fri)

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 ''self-study'')
Course duration: 4 - 16 weeks
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 15 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:15

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.

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, wjere ypu can meet up and have parties with the other students and young people of Chicago.

At a glance

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

Location of the language school Kaplan International Colleges

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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

Dates and Prices

/ Dates and prices in USD
(USD 1 ≈ EUR 0.7)

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Arrival: Saturday/Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Starting dates: every Monday, all year round
Bank holidays: 01.01 / 18.01 / 31.05 / 05.07 / 06.09 / 25.11 / 26.11 / 24.12 / 31.12 .2010
School holidays: 27.12.2010 - 02.01.2011

Included in price:

  • Language course
  • Host family or residence
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
A: Host family/double room/half board ; B: Residence/single room/no meals (18 y.o.)
Standard course A B
2 weeks 1110 1410
3 weeks 1610 2060
4 weeks 2110 2710
6 weeks 3020 3920
8 weeks 3990 5190
12 weeks 5930 7730
Semi-intensive course A B
2 weeks 1150 1450
3 weeks 1670 2120
4 weeks 2190 2790
6 weeks 3170 4070
8 weeks 4190 5390
12 weeks 6230 8030
16 weeks 8110 10510
24 weeks 11870 15470
Extra week (24+) 490 640
Intensive course A B
2 weeks 1280 1580
3 weeks 1865 2315
4 weeks 2450 3050
6 weeks 3560 4460
8 weeks 4710 5910
12 weeks 7010 8810
16 weeks 9070 11470
24 weeks 12590 16190
Extra week (24+) 520 670
TOEFL course A B
4 weeks 2450 3050
6 weeks 3560 4460
8 weeks 4710 5910
12 weeks 7010 8810
16 weeks 9070 11470
Exam fee ~150
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 A 60
Extra night B 100
Airport transfer 120
Other Types of Accommodation
Host family/double room/half board +200/w.
Residence/single room/no meals (18 y.o.) +150/w.
Host family/single room/half board +30/w.
High season
Host family/double room/half board (27.06.10 - 28.08.10) +25/w.
Host family/single room/half board (27.06.10 - 28.08.10) +25/w.

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