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ELC Boston's excellent location in a neighborhood in Boston called the Back Bay puts you at the center of the city's exciting social scene.

Course description

ELC Boston is just one block away from delightful art galleries, boutiques, bookstores, and sidewalk cafes that line cosmopolitan Newbury Street. It’s also close to the Charles River.

Pedagogy

All of the professors are certified and specialize in teaching English to non-native speakers. They are all American native English speakers.

Activities

ELC center publishes a monthly excursion calendar which students receive on their first day of classes. Weekday activities include outings in and around Boston. Weekend trips are planned for regional cities and attractions.

Equipment

The school is a test center for the TOEIC and an exam center for the FCE, CAE and CPE.
  • Minimum age : 17 years and 18 for certain programs
  • Capacity : 150 - 300 p.
  • Number of classrooms : 14
  • Services : internet access, library, multi-media center
  • Environment : Town Center
  • Transportation : Bus, Train
  • In proximity : Bars, Restaurants, Groceries
  • Leisure activities : Cinema, Museums, Theater, Tourist sites

Accreditations

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A must ! This Massachusetts school is full of charm. Plus, there is also a fantastic opportunity to do a summer program in the heart of the University of Suffolk that is centrally located in Boston.

  • Course : Monday to Friday
  • National holidays : 7 September - 12 October - 26 to 27 November - 24 to 25 December 2009 - 1,18 January - 15 February - 19 April - 31 May - 5 July - 6 September - 11 October - 25 to 26 November - 24 to 25 December - 31 December 2010
  • Supplementary fee(s) : I-20 express mail 56 €.

 Price in € - Lesson Length : 50 min. - Number of lessons per week : 30
4 week4 price for extra week(s) Number of extra weeks 4
1148 + -
Dates du début des cours August 2010
Classes meet Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 3:30pm
20 lessons of General English and 10 lessons focusing on TOEFL preparation and academic skills

Students are trained to take both the online version of the TOEFL and the paper version of the TOEFL.

Institutional TOEFL preparation is offered every month at all ELC centers

Examination fees are not included and must be paid directly at the school.
Register for the exam directly at the school upon your arrival.


  1. Choose a type of accomodation

You have3 type(s) of possible living accomodations : Host Family, International Guest House, ELC Studio Apartment.

Choose a type of accomodation
  1. the duration of your living accomodations must be equal or less than the duration of your course
  2. Certian accomodations are not availavle for a minimum number of weeks:

Homestay 1

Host Family

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The families are carefully chosen by the school which recommends this mode of lodging as ideal in order to immerse yourself in American life.

>> best way to practice the language
>> Stay from Saturday to Saturday
>> Approximative time to school : 30 min. by transportation
Accommodation options (prices in €)4 week1 week (1-3)Supplementary 4 week (5+)Supplementary 1 night
single room - Half board every day - Shared bathroom84625578760
single room - Bed & breakfast - Shared bathroom76123470251
Number of weeks of accomodations  + - number of extra nights  + -

Residence 1

International Guest House

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The student residence is located in the center of Boston and is just minutes on foot to the school. Housing available only in shared rooms: doubles, triples, or quadruples. Each room is equipped with a telelvision, telephone, refridgerator, microwave, and air-conditioning. A security deposit of 150 US dollars must be given on arrival. (for arrivals after 10 p.m. an extra payment of 50 US dollars is required)

>> friendly atmosphere
>> Stay from Saturday to Saturday
>> Approximative time to school : 15 min. on foot
Language travel living accomodation - Air-conditioningLanguage travel living accomodation - BarbecueLanguage travel living accomodation - Internet accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Kitchen accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Laundry facilitiesLanguage travel living accomodation - MicrowaveLanguage travel living accomodation - RefrigeratorLanguage travel living accomodation - Swimming poolLanguage travel living accomodation - TelephoneLanguage travel living accomodation - TVLanguage travel living accomodation - Wifi
Accommodation options (prices in €)1 week2 week3 week4 weekSupplementary 4 week
twin room (2 beds) - Half board every day - Shared bathroom506855111412971212
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Apartment / Studio 1

ELC Studio Apartment

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Ideal for the most independent students. They are located in the heart of the Back Bay, just a few minutes on foot to school, and close to restaurants, stores and bars. The studios are equipped with a kitchenette, private bathroom, television, telephone and WIFI. Arival between 9am and 7pm.

>> for the most independents
>>limited avaibilities
>> Stay from Saturday to Saturday
>> Approximative time to school : 15 min. on foot
Language travel living accomodation - Air-conditioningLanguage travel living accomodation - BarbecueLanguage travel living accomodation - Internet accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Kitchen accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Laundry facilitiesLanguage travel living accomodation - MicrowaveLanguage travel living accomodation - RefrigeratorLanguage travel living accomodation - Swimming poolLanguage travel living accomodation - TelephoneLanguage travel living accomodation - TVLanguage travel living accomodation - Wifi
from 01-05-2010 to 31-12-2010
Accommodation options (prices in €)1 week
single room - Without meals - Private bathroom702
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  1. Optional : Transportation upon arrival

This option is available only if you request an accommodation
Boston : One way airport - 107 €Boston : Roundtrip airport/airport - 213 €

Your language travel price

General English + TOEFL Preparation

Study abroadtuition 4 week(s)1148 €
Study abroadMaterial test and fees/ exam TOEFL90 €
Study abroadRegistration fees80 €
Study abroadBooking fee128 €

accomodation

Study abroadAccomodation 0 week(s)0 €
Study abroad0 extra night(s)0 €

Transportation

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Total booking price1446 €
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This program allows you to perfect your English, while also preparing for the TOEFL. The TOEFL test measures the ability of non-native English speakers to use and understand English as it is spoken, written, and heard in college and university settings.

You will take the standard language class in the morning and test preparation classes in the afternoon.
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Practice your English in a fun way !
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This is a refresher course for foreign language teachers that also provides an opportunity for teachers to enrich their knowledge of the language by having direct contact with the culture of the country, and interaction with fellow teachers from other countries.
Small group courses are ideal for you if you are really motivated, yet do not have a lot of time to study.
This training guarantees a maximum amount of progress in a short amount of time. Courses are organized in a seminar style with a maximum of 6 students.
The course will help you develop your general English skills in several key areas, including conversation, listening, reading and grammar.
The intensive course option also offers a business option.
This program combines group language courses in the morning that encourage students to interact and help a student to improve practical communication skills. The individual language classes in the afternoon allow you to concentrate on your areas of weakness and on things that interest you personally.
The settlement and development of Boston is often said to have been the starting point for the growth of the United States. Boston and its surrounding states make up a region of the northeast United…
CAE is ideal if you want to work or study abroad or if you wish to follow a career path that requires strong language skills (e.g. business, medicine or engineering).
Upon passing the exam, you will receive a certificate that indicates your language proficency, This certificate is awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This CAE certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
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Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices
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This program is designed for those who wish to combine language lessons with their favorite sport. You can improve your yoga skills and practice your English in a fun way. Here you will have the opportunity to study abroad and practice yoga!
Students with any level of yoga experience are welcome to join the program.
Courses taking place during the bank holidays indicated below will be neither made up nor paid off.
The ELC Summer English Program at Suffolk University gives students the opportunity to live on an American university campus in the heart of Boston, while studying English with ELC. This program is only offered in July and August.
This program is recommended for those who wish to learn a language and also be able to do other activities. Improve your communication skills through application in a variety of everyday situations. This course enables you to improve your grammatical knowledge, your vocabulary and your pronunciation.
The standard general language course is suitable for those who want to learn or improve a language, while having the opportunity to practice it everyday in the country where it is spoken.
This program offers personalized teaching in individual language courses in order to accomplish specified goals in a short amount of time.
This is the perfect option for those who have certain goals or a time limit. It is particularly useful for professionals who would like to prepare for a presentation, negotiations or a trip abroad. This is a tailor-made course in which you may evolve at your own pace and work at your own level.
IALC
The IALC quality seal is a trusted symbol in language study abroad. All IALC language schools are regularly inspected and continuously monitored. The IALC code of ethics sets the standards for member language schools, and the IALC Quality Scheme ensures these standards are not only met, but exceeded.
Intensive English course in small group for adults ages 50 and up. There is a guided sightseeing tour of London in the afternoon and optional weekend excursions.
The FCE indicates level of English proficency and practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs in many industries, particularly tourism, where contact with English speakers is required. Successful candidates must have the ability to handle routine letters and telephone inquiries.
After passing the exam, you will receive a certificate awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
AAIEP
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