Language Studies International, Boston (LSI)
Intensive English Program [Boston, Massachusetts]
HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy LSI’s modern classrooms, student lounges with drinks and snacks available, and a state-of-the-art computer room with free internet access
- University placement service available to LSI students. Students have been placed in: San Francisco State University, Art Institute of California and Golden Gate University
- Enjoy studying in Boston, a historic, classy city known as the “Educational Capital of the United States” as it is home to over 60 colleges and universities
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- Information
- About the School
- Founded in 1965, Language Studies International (LSI) has one aim: to ensure their students receive the best language learning experience. Consisting of 17 private language schools, LSI centers are located in 9 countries and have helped thousands of students from around the world significantly improve their English skills in the shortest time possible. LSI centers are located among the best-known cities in the world in order to offer students exposure to different cross-cultural ideas in vibrant urban environments and deepen their English communication skills and cultural understanding. For students wanting to study at a college or university, LSI offers academic counseling to help students during the application process. Academic counselors advise students which undergraduate courses to choose from, as well as arrange visits to universities and assist in completing university applications. Learning from native speaking instructors trained to the highest standards, students study from well-developed curriculums designed to develop their fluency and hone their skills in the areas of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, as well as speaking, listening, reading and writing. Additional classes focus on: film and theater, media studies, current events, politics and local culture. LSI is a proud member of AAIEP, the American Association of Intensive English Programs, and also a member of CAPLS, Canadian Association of Private Language Schools, promoting professional standards and high-quality English programs.
- Fast Facts
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Affiliation : Private English School
Establishment : 1965
Membership/Accreditation : EnglishUSA / ACCET
Enrollment : 150
Average Class Size : 10
Airport Pickup : Available from School
Tuition : Medium
Community Type : Urban
Transportation : Train, Subway, Bus, Taxi - CONTACT INFORMATION
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Language Studies International, Boston
105 Beach Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02111 U.S.A. -
- More Details
- Housing
- LSI, Boston provides students with the opportunity to live in an off-campus residence or enjoy a homestay experience. For students who prefer a more independent lifestyle, off-campus residences provide more privacy and offer opportunities to interact with people in the community outside the campus environment. LSI also arranges homestays for those students who want to experience the local culture first-hand as a member of a family and practice their conversational English. Students are encouraged to make their housing arrangements as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. Private off-campus apartments may also available; however students must make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly.
- Surrounding Area
- The LSI Boston Center is located in downtown Boston, nearby the dynamic Theatre and Financial Districts and a short walk from the city’s subway, bus and train stations. As the capital and largest city in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston is one of the most historic cities in the United States. Nicknamed the “City on a Hill” or most famously “Beantown,” Boston was founded in 1630 by its original Native American inhabitants and is now home to an estimated 570,000 Bostonians. Widely recognized as being America’s greatest college town, Boston is often called the Athens of America as it is dubbed the nation's educational capital that houses more than 60 colleges and universities in the area, creating an atmosphere rich with artistic, social and intellectual opportunities. Many consider Boston a highly cultured city, perhaps due to its intellectual reputation, and is home to such renowned performing arts groups as the Boston Ballet, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Pops, the Boston Lyric Opera Company and the Handel and Haydn Society, the oldest choral company in the United States. Sports enthusiasts do not have a problem in finding a team to cheer for in Boston, a city home to dedicated fans that are serious about their sports teams, including the Boston Celtics (NBA basketball), the New England Patriots (NFL football), the Boston Bruins (NHL hockey), the New England Revolution (soccer) and the historic, much beloved 2004 World Series champions, the Boston Red Sox. There are countless opportunities for Boston residents to enjoy easy weekend getaways along the East Coast, whether it is to go sightseeing in Providence, New York City or Montréal, feast on lobster in Maine, hike New Hampshire's White Mountains or explore the magnificent beaches of Cape Cod.
- Study Options
Academic Year Abroad (AYA)
- Overview
- The Academic Year Abroad (AYA) is offered throughout the year with starting dates every month. Students enrolled in the Intensive program receive 30 lessons per week. The Academic Year Abroad (AYA) is an excellent opportunity for students to take a long-term course learning English, immerse themselves in a new culture and make friends from all over the world.
The program is offered to students with various English language levels. Upon their arrival at LSI, students are given a written test and an interview to ensure their proper placement in class. Individual course plans are designed for each student based on needs, language level and the duration of the course. Students may choose to split their program evenly between multiple LSI centers in the same country.
Academic Year Abroad (AYA) is designed for students to improve English fluency in a variety of everyday situations. Every student receives regular academic counseling and assistance with study skills and university placement when necessary. Students may also choose to study Examination courses or, for those considering a career in business, they may choose to study the English for Business Course as part of the AYA curriculum. To complement their course and textbook work, students also participate in language-learning exercises such as role-playing, using authentic recorded material, and reading newspapers and magazines. In addition to Intensive English language training, students are encouraged to spend time outside of the classroom making friends, sightseeing, visiting colleges and universities or participating in one of LSI’s many activity programs.
As an added service, LSI offers academic counseling to those students planning to enroll in a college or university following their AYA studies at LSI. Academic advisors offer students important advice as to which undergraduate courses to choose and the TOEFL score requirements, as well as arrange visits to universities and assist in completing university applications. Over the years, LSI students have been placed in many prestigious universities throughout the world. Work Experience may also be arranged for AYA students under certain conditions.
Classroom sizes average 10 students per class with a maximum of 15 students. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective long-term English language learning. - Data
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CLASS SIZE: 10 Students CLASS LEVELS: 6 Levels COURSE LENGTH: 12-48 Weeks MINIMUM AGE: 16 years Old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 Form Issued Upon Request HOUSING: Homestay
Off-Campus Residence - Dates
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- 2023/10/02
- 2023/10/09
- 2023/10/16
- 2023/10/23
- 2023/10/30
- 2023/11/06
- 2023/11/13
- 2023/11/20
- 2023/11/27
- 2023/12/04
- 2023/12/11
- 2023/12/18
Choose 12 - 48 Week Course from Starting Dates - Costs
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- APPLICATION FEE
- US$ 155
- TUITION FEE (2023 )
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12-23 WEEKS US $485 per week 24+ WEEKS US $445 per week - HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEE - US$ 90
- HOUSING FEE
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LENGTH HOMESTAY DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 24-48 WEEKS US $250-315 per week N/A US $340-770 per week - Airport Pickup Service
- US $110 (Boston Logan International Airport)
- Remarks / Other Information
- Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Homestay fees include meals. -
Intensive 30 Program
- Overview
- The Intensive 30 Program is offered throughout the year in 1-52 week sessions. Students enrolled in the program receive 30 lessons per week. The Intensive 30 Program is ideal for those students who wish to study intensively and develop well-rounded insight in to the English language and the American culture.
The program is offered at 6 levels of instruction from beginner to advanced. Upon their arrival at LSI, students are given a written test and an interview to ensure their proper placement in an ability level. At the end of their session, students are awarded a certificate of completion as proof of their language competence.
The program’s curriculum concentrates on all the skill areas students require to achieve greater fluency in a short period of time. Students attend a total of six lessons every day, Monday through Friday. The morning classes focus on improving students’ grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, as well as concentrating to develop students’ speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Afternoon classes draw upon the skills learned during the morning classes through fluency practice and a comprehensive review of the American culture and customs. Topics of these afternoon classes may include: film and theater, media studies, current events, politics, local culture and research using the Internet.
As an added service, LSI offers academic counseling to those students planning to enroll in a college or university following their studies at LSI. Academic advisors offer students advice as to which undergraduate courses to choose and the TOEFL score requirements, as well as arrange visits to universities and assist in completing university applications. LSI students have been placed in such esteemed universities as: San Francisco State University, Art Institute of California, Golden Gate University and Notre Dame de Nemour University.
Classroom sizes average 10 students per class with a maximum of 14 students. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. - Data
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CLASS SIZE: 10 Students CLASS LEVELS: 6 Levels COURSE LENGTH: 1-50 weeks MINIMUM AGE: 16 Years Old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 Issued Upon Request HOUSING: Homestay
Off-Campus Residence - Dates
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- 2023/10/02
- 2023/10/10
- 2023/10/16
- 2023/10/23
- 2023/10/30
- 2023/11/06
- 2023/11/13
- 2023/11/20
- 2023/11/27
- 2023/12/04
- 2023/12/11
- 2023/12/18
Choose 1 - 50 Week Course from Starting Dates - Costs
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- APPLICATION FEE
- US$ 155
- TUITION FEE (2023)
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1-3 WEEKS US $545 per week 4-11 WEEKS US $515 per week 12-15 WEEKS US $485 per week 16-23 WEEKS US $485 per week 24+ WEEKS US $445 per week - HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEE - US $90
- HOUSING FEE
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LENGTH HOMESTAY DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 2-52 WEEKS US $245-305 per week N/A US $ 335-770 per week - Airport Pickup Service
- US $110 (Boston Logan International Airport)
- Remarks / Other Information
- Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Housing fees include meals. -
General 20 Program
- Overview
- The General 20 Program is offered throughout the year in 1-52 week sessions. Students enrolled in the program receive 20 lessons of classroom instruction per week. A popular program at LSI, the Standard 20 Program is ideal for those students who have more free-time and want to combine their language studies with other activities.
The program is offered at 6 levels of instruction from beginner to advanced. Upon their arrival at LSI, students are given a written test and an interview to ensure their proper placement in an ability level. At the end of their session, students are awarded a certificate of completion as proof of their language competence.
The program’s curriculum is designed for students to rapidly improve their communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. Students attend a total of four lessons every day in the morning, Monday through Friday. Two classes focus on improving students’ grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation while the additional two classes concentrate on developing students’ speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. To complement their course and textbook work, students also participate in language-learning exercises such as role-plays, using authentic recorded material, and reading newspapers and magazines. Many students opt to spend their afternoons sightseeing, visiting colleges and universities or participating in one of LSI’s many activity programs.
As an added service, LSI offers academic counseling to those students planning to enroll in a college or university following their studies at LSI. Academic advisors offer students advice as to which undergraduate courses to choose and the TOEFL score requirements, as well as arrange visits to universities and assist in completing university applications. LSI students have been placed in such esteemed universities as: San Francisco State University, Art Institute of California, Golden Gate University and Notre Dame de Nemour University.
Classroom sizes average 10 students per class with a maximum of 14 students. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. - Data
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CLASS SIZE: 10 Students CLASS LEVELS: 6 Levels COURSE LENGTH: 1-50 weeks MINIMUM AGE: 16 Years Old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 issued upon request HOUSING: Homestay
Off-Campus Residence - Dates
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- 2023/10/02
- 2023/10/10
- 2023/10/16
- 2023/10/23
- 2023/10/30
- 2023/11/06
- 2023/11/13
- 2023/11/20
- 2023/11/27
- 2023/12/04
- 2023/12/11
- 2023/12/18
Choose 1 - 50 Week Course from Starting Dates - Costs
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- APPLICATION FEE
- US$ 155
- TUITION FEE (2023)
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1-3 WEEKS US$ 425 per week 4-11 WEEKS US$ 405 per week 12-15 WEEKS US$ 385 per week 16-23 WEEKS US$ 385 per week 24+ WEEKS US$ 355 per week - HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEE - US$ 90
- HOUSING FEE
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LENGTH HOMESTAY DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4-52 WEEKS US$ 240-305 per week US$ 335-770 per week - Airport Pickup Service
- US$ 130 (Boston Logan International Airport)
- Remarks / Other Information
- Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Housing fees include meals. -
- Location
United States Boston, Massachusetts-
Location
Language Studies International, Boston
105 Beach Street Boston, Massachusetts 02111 U.S.A. - Getting To Your School
- From Logan International Airport:
LSI arranges airport pick-up service that costs US$90 and brings students directly to the LSI center in approximately 30 minutes.
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