GV-Hawaii
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| Country & city | Honolulu, United States |
|---|---|
| Courses | 5 |
| Accommodation | 9 |
| Address | 1440 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 1100, Honolulu, HI 96814 USA |
| Official website | gvenglish-hawaii.com(opens in a new tab) |
About the School
Global Village English Centres is a prestigious language school located in Victoria and Calgary in Canada and in Hawaii in the USA. Each centre has its own unique character, and all share a common English education philosophy: "Study hard, play hard." Students are encouraged to improve their everyday and academic English skills and to take part in a variety of activities. [Features] . Small class size: 10-15 students . Experienced and highly skilled teaching staff . A wide range of activities . Ocean-view classrooms, free Wi-Fi . Prime location close to the beach, bus terminal, shopping malls and more . Friendly and proactive student support services [Courses] General English: Whether you are a beginner or an advanced English speaker, this course builds the skills and confidence you need to reach the next level. GV Exam Preparation: This intensive course prepares students for a variety of internationally recognized exams. Our long-experienced and highly skilled instructors do their best to help students achieve the certificates or scores they need to improve. Pathway English: The GV EAP program helps students enter colleges and universities and complete higher education programs. Each GV centre carries out in-depth assessments so that students can focus only on the studies they need. [Accommodation] GV's accommodation team ensures timely and effective service. GV Homestay offers students a safe, friendly and stable environment, and the opportunity to experience and enjoy the local culture.
Highlights
- Plenty of opportunities to use English while interacting with friends of many nationalities.
- A variety of special programs and activities
- Strict English Only policy
- Excellent instructors and a well-structured curriculum
Courses & Tuition
| Course | Target | Type | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General English | Lessons per week: 16/20/25 lessons, Class size: 12 students | 25 lessons per week (F1 Visa); 4-7 weeks | US$420 | week |
| Cambridge Exam Preparation | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 20/25 lessons, Class size: 15 students (avg. 11) | 25 lessons/week: CAE; 8 weeks | US$410 | week |
| 50+ | Target age: 50 and over, Weekly lessons: 20 lessons | |||
| Private Lessons | ||||
| English + Programs | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 16/20/25 lessons, Class size: 15 students (average 11) | English+Surfing (25 lessons); 4-7 weeks | US$660 | week |
Accommodation & Costs
| Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Homestay (Single room, Half Board, Ages 18+) View details . Extra Nights $80/night ★ Notes Applies to SINGLE ROOM, AGE 18-59 SINGLE ROOM, AGE 3-17, 60+ rates: please inquire separately | US$1,659 |
| Homestay (extra weekly rate from week 5) View details . Extra Nights $80/night ★ Note: SINGLE ROOM, AGE 18-59 applies; for SINGLE ROOM, AGE 3-17, 60+, please inquire about the fee separately | US$415 |
| Apartment Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites (Jan-Jun, Sep-Dec) View details Address: 2280 Kuhio Avenue, Honolulu HI 96815 Located in the heart of Waikiki's hot spot, Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites faces the shopping, dining and nightlife of the International Marketplace, just two blocks from Waikiki Beach, with a bus stop only steps away. [Room Facilities] . Studio with a kitchenette including a 4-burner induction cooktop and a mini fridge . Every room has a private lanai (balcony), perfect for enjoying the surrounding views. . Wi-Fi internet is provided so you can stay connected at all times. [Hotel Facilities] . There is a restaurant with a swimming pool, sun deck and pool bar. . Facilities and amenities: air conditioning, 24-hour security, Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby, 24-hour front desk, coin laundry, swimming pool and sun deck . All rooms are non-smoking. . Check-in is from 3 PM and check-out is at 12 noon. [Distance to School] . 18 minutes by bus . 10 minutes by bike . 30 minutes on foot ★ Notes Address: 2280 Kuhio Avenue, Honolulu HI 96815 Located in the heart of Waikiki's hot spot, Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites faces the shopping, dining and nightlife of the International Marketplace, just two blocks from Waikiki Beach, with a bus stop only steps away. [Room Facilities] . Studio with a kitchenette including a 4-burner induction cooktop and a mini fridge . Every room has a private lanai (balcony), perfect for enjoying the surrounding views. . Wi-Fi internet is provided so you can stay connected at all times. [Hotel Facilities] . There is a restaurant with a swimming pool, sun deck and pool bar. . Facilities and amenities: air conditioning, 24-hour security, Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby, 24-hour front desk, coin laundry, swimming pool and sun deck . All rooms are non-smoking. . Check-in is from 3 PM and check-out is at 12 noon. [Distance to School] . 18 minutes by bus . 10 minutes by bike . 30 minutes on foot | US$120 |
| Apartment Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites (July-August) View details Address: 2280 Kuhio Avenue, Honolulu HI 96815 Located in the heart of Waikiki's hot spot, Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites faces the shopping, dining and nightlife of the International Marketplace, just two blocks from Waikiki Beach, with a bus stop only a few steps away. [Room Facilities] . Studios with a kitchen equipped with a 4-burner induction cooktop and a mini refrigerator . Every room has a private lanai (balcony) perfect for enjoying the surrounding views. . Wi-Fi internet is provided so you can stay connected at all times. [Hotel Facilities] . There is a restaurant with a swimming pool, sun deck and pool bar. . Facilities and amenities: air conditioning, 24-hour security, Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby, 24-hour front desk, coin laundry, swimming pool and sun deck . All rooms are non-smoking. . Check-in is from 3 PM and check-out is at 12 noon. [Distance to School] . 18 minutes by bus . 10 minutes by bike . 30 minutes on foot ★ Notes Address: 2280 Kuhio Avenue, Honolulu HI 96815 Located in the heart of Waikiki's hot spot, Ohia Waikiki Studio Suites faces the shopping, dining and nightlife of the International Marketplace, just two blocks from Waikiki Beach, with a bus stop only a few steps away. [Room Facilities] . Studios with a kitchen equipped with a 4-burner induction cooktop and a mini refrigerator . Every room has a private lanai (balcony) perfect for enjoying the surrounding views. . Wi-Fi internet is provided so you can stay connected at all times. [Hotel Facilities] . There is a restaurant with a swimming pool, sun deck and pool bar. . Facilities and amenities: air conditioning, 24-hour security, Wi-Fi in rooms and lobby, 24-hour front desk, coin laundry, swimming pool and sun deck . All rooms are non-smoking. . Check-in is from 3 PM and check-out is at 12 noon. [Distance to School] . 18 minutes by bus . 10 minutes by bike . 30 minutes on foot | US$130 |
| Lime Dormitory (Standard Single Room) - View Details . Extra night fee: $80. Dormitory Administrative Fee: $4/night. Security Deposit: $300. Application / Room Set-up Fee: $105. Lime Dormitory Cancellation Fee: $100 (non-refundable housing cost). Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees, and other charges vary by unit. Check-in on Sunday, check-out on Saturday ($84 fee for different check-in/check-out days). Room Transfer Fee: $80. *Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change at any time. Check with the school for availability and an exact quote. [Address] 2113 Lime Street, Honolulu, HI 96826. Lime Dormitory is a co-ed shared-house style residence about 7 minutes by bus from GV Hawaii. It is located in the McCully area, convenient for getting to Waikiki. [Room Information] Each room has a desk, chair, and bed. Single rooms come in two types, Deluxe and Standard; the Deluxe room has its own private bathroom. Room 103 is on the 1st floor, and rooms 301, 302, and 303 are on the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor has a shared kitchen and bathroom. Mattress covers, bed sheets, and pillow covers are provided. [Commuting to GV Hawaii] You can take bus 3, 9, or A from the bus stop on Kapiolani Blvd. to school. Bus 10 min. Bike 7 min. Walk 20 min. [Facilities] A fully equipped kitchen, living room, shared bathroom, Wi-Fi, coin-operated washer, kitchen appliances and cookware. Drinking alcohol is not allowed in the building.★ Notes. Extra night fee: $80. Dormitory Administrative Fee: $4/night. Security Deposit: $300. Application / Room Set-up Fee: $105. Lime Dormitory Cancellation Fee: $100 (non-refundable housing cost). Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees, and other charges vary by unit. Optional Air Conditioning Fee: $55/week. Room Transfer Fee: $80. *Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change at any time. Check with the school for availability and an exact quote. [Address] 2113 Lime Street, Honolulu, HI 96826. Lime Dormitory is a co-ed shared-house style residence about 7 minutes by bus from GV Hawaii. It is located in the McCully area, convenient for getting to Waikiki. [Room Information] Each room has a desk, chair, and bed. Single rooms come in two types, Deluxe and Standard; the Deluxe room has its own private bathroom. Room 103 is on the 1st floor, and rooms 301, 302, and 303 are on the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor has a shared kitchen and bathroom. Mattress covers, bed sheets, and pillow covers are provided. [Commuting to GV Hawaii] You can take bus 3, 9, or A from the bus stop on Kapiolani Blvd. to school. Bus 10 min. Bike 7 min. Walk 20 min. [Facilities] A fully equipped kitchen, living room, shared bathroom, Wi-Fi, coin-operated washer, kitchen appliances and cookware. Drinking alcohol is not allowed in the building. | US$535 |
| Dormitory Lime - Deluxe Single Room (Private Bathroom) View Details . Extra night fee $80 . Dormitory Administrative Fee $4/night . Security Deposit $300 . Application/Room Set up Fee $105 . Lime Dormitory Cancellation Fee $100 (non-refundable housing cost) . Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees and other charges vary depending on unit. . Check in on Sunday, Check-out on Saturday ($84 fee for different in/out days) . Room Transfer Fee $80 * Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change any time. Check with the school for availability and exact quote. [Address] 2113 Lime Street, Honolulu HI 96826 Lime Dormitory is a co-ed shared-house style accommodation, a 7-minute bus ride from GV Hawaii language school. It is located in the McCully area, which offers convenient access to Waikiki. [Room Information] Each room has a desk, chair, and bed. There are two types of single rooms, Deluxe and Standard, and Deluxe rooms have a private bathroom. Room 103 is on the 1st floor, and rooms 301, 302, and 303 are on the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor has a shared kitchen and bathroom. Mattress cover, bed sheets, and pillowcases are provided. [Getting to GV Hawaii] You can take Bus 3, 9, or A from the bus stop on Kapiolani Blvd. to school. . Bus 10 min . Bicycle 7 min . Walk 20 [Facilities] A fully equipped kitchen, living room, shared bathroom, Wi-Fi, coin laundry, kitchen appliances and cooking utensils are available. Drinking alcohol in the building is not allowed.★ Notes. Extra night fee $80 . Dormitory Administrative Fee $4/night . Security Deposit $300 . Application/Room Set up Fee $105 . Lime Dormitory Cancellation Fee $100 (non-refundable housing cost) . Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees and other charges vary depending on unit. . Optional Air Conditioning Fee $55/week . Room Transfer Fee $80 * Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change any time. Check with the school for availability and exact quote. . Extra night fee $80 . Dormitory Administrative Fee $4/night . Security Deposit $300 . Application/Room Set up Fee $105 . Lime Dormitory Cancellation Fee $100 (non-refundable housing cost) . Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees and other charges vary depending on unit. . Optional Air Conditioning Fee $55/week . Room Transfer Fee $80 * Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change any time. Check with the school for availability and exact quote. [Address] 2113 Lime Street, Honolulu HI 96826 Lime Dormitory is a co-ed shared-house style accommodation, a 7-minute bus ride from GV Hawaii language school. It is located in the McCully area, which offers convenient access to Waikiki. [Room Information] Each room has a desk, chair, and bed. There are two types of single rooms, Deluxe and Standard, and Deluxe rooms have a private bathroom. Room 103 is on the 1st floor, and rooms 301, 302, and 303 are on the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor has a shared kitchen and bathroom. Mattress cover, bed sheets, and pillowcases are provided. [Getting to GV Hawaii] You can take Bus 3, 9, or A from the bus stop on Kapiolani Blvd. to school. . Bus 10 min . Bicycle 7 min . Walk 20 [Facilities] A fully equipped kitchen, living room, shared bathroom, Wi-Fi, coin laundry, kitchen appliances and cooking utensils are available. Drinking alcohol in the building is not allowed. | US$590 |
| Dormitory Lime - Studio (private bathroom / kitchen) View details . Extra night fee $80 . Dormitory Administrative Fee $4/night . Security Deposit $300 . Application/Room Set up Fee $105 . Lime Dormitory Cancellation Fee $100 (non-refundable housing cost) . Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees and other charges vary depending on unit. . Check in on Sunday, Check-out on Saturday ($84 fee for different in/out days) . Room Transfer Fee $80 * Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change any time. Check with the school for availability and exact quote. [Address] 2113 Lime Street, Honolulu HI 96826 Lime Dormitory is a co-ed share-house-style accommodation, a 7-minute bus ride from GV Hawaii language school. It is located in the McCully area, which offers easy access to Waikiki. [Room Information] Each room has a desk, a chair, and a bed. Single rooms come in two types, Deluxe and Standard, and Deluxe rooms have a private bathroom. Room 103 is on the 1st floor, and rooms 301, 302, and 303 are on the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor has a shared kitchen and bathroom. A mattress cover, bed sheets, and pillowcases are provided. [Getting to GV Hawaii] You can take Bus 3, 9, or A from the bus stop on Kapiolani Blvd. to the school. . Bus 10 min . Bicycle 7 min . Walk 20 [Facilities] A fully equipped kitchen, living room, shared bathroom, Wi-Fi, coin-operated washing machine, kitchen appliances, and cookware are available. Drinking alcohol is not allowed in the building.★ Notes. Extra night fee $80 . Dormitory Administrative Fee $4/night . Security Deposit $300 . Application/Room Set up Fee $105 . Lime Dormitory Cancellation Fee $100 (non-refundable housing cost) . Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees and other charges vary depending on unit. . Optional Air Conditioning Fee $55/week . Room Transfer Fee $80 * Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change any time. Check with the school for availability and exact quote. [Address] 2113 Lime Street, Honolulu HI 96826 Lime Dormitory is a co-ed share-house-style accommodation, a 7-minute bus ride from GV Hawaii language school. It is located in the McCully area, which offers easy access to Waikiki. [Room Information] Each room has a desk, a chair, and a bed. Single rooms come in two types, Deluxe and Standard, and Deluxe rooms have a private bathroom. Room 103 is on the 1st floor, and rooms 301, 302, and 303 are on the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor has a shared kitchen and bathroom. A mattress cover, bed sheets, and pillowcases are provided. [Getting to GV Hawaii] You can take Bus 3, 9, or A from the bus stop on Kapiolani Blvd. to the school. . Bus 10 min . Bicycle 7 min . Walk 20 [Facilities] A fully equipped kitchen, living room, shared bathroom, Wi-Fi, coin-operated washing machine, kitchen appliances, and cookware are available. Drinking alcohol is not allowed in the building. | US$615 |
| Seaview Dormitory (Standard Single Room) - View Details . Extra night: single room $80, shared double room $65 per person. Dormitory Administrative Fee: $4 per night. Security Deposit: $300. Application / Room Set-up Fee: $105. Seaview Dormitory Cancellation Fee: $100 (non-refundable housing cost). Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees, and other charges vary by unit. Room Transfer Fee: $80. *Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change at any time. Check with the school for availability and an exact quote. [Address] 2252 Seaview Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822. Seaview Dormitory is a shared-house style residence about 20 minutes by bus from GV Hawaii. It is located near the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus, making it convenient for getting to Waikiki. [Rooms & Common Areas] Each room has a desk, chair, and bed. There are two shared bathrooms on each floor, and a shared kitchen on the first floor. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, cooking utensils, pots, pans, a microwave, and a toaster. All residents must clean up after using the kitchen. In addition to GV students, students from other schools and working professionals also live here. [Commuting to GV Hawaii] You can take bus A, 6, or 18 to school. Bus 20 min. Bike 15 min. Walk 35 min. [Amenities] Kitchen appliances and cookware, bedding, bathroom, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, coin-operated washer and dryer.★ Notes. Extra night: single room $80, shared double room $65 per person. Dormitory Administrative Fee: $4 per night. Security Deposit: $300. Application / Room Set-up Fee: $105. Seaview Dormitory Cancellation Fee: $100 (non-refundable housing cost). Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees, and other charges vary by unit. Room Transfer Fee: $80. *Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change at any time. Check with the school for availability and an exact quote. [Address] 2252 Seaview Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822. Seaview Dormitory is a shared-house style residence about 20 minutes by bus from GV Hawaii. It is located near the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus, making it convenient for getting to Waikiki. [Rooms & Common Areas] Each room has a desk, chair, and bed. There are two shared bathrooms on each floor, and a shared kitchen on the first floor. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, cooking utensils, pots, pans, a microwave, and a toaster. All residents must clean up after using the kitchen. In addition to GV students, students from other schools and working professionals also live here. [Commuting to GV Hawaii] You can take bus A, 6, or 18 to school. Bus 20 min. Bike 15 min. Walk 35 min. [Amenities] Kitchen appliances and cookware, bedding, bathroom, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, coin-operated washer and dryer. | US$475 |
| Seaview Dormitory (Shared Double Room) - View Details . Extra night: single room $80, shared double room $65 per person. Dormitory Administrative Fee: $4 per night. Security Deposit: $300. Application / Room Set-up Fee: $105. Seaview Dormitory Cancellation Fee: $100 (non-refundable housing cost). Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees, and other charges vary by unit. Room Transfer Fee: $80. *Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change at any time. Check with the school for availability and an exact quote. [Address] 2252 Seaview Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822. Seaview Dormitory is a shared-house style residence about 20 minutes by bus from GV Hawaii. It is located near the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus, making it convenient for getting to Waikiki. [Rooms & Common Areas] Each room has a desk, chair, and bed. There are two shared bathrooms on each floor, and a shared kitchen on the first floor. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, cooking utensils, pots, pans, a microwave, and a toaster. All residents must clean up after using the kitchen. In addition to GV students, students from other schools and working professionals also live here. [Commuting to GV Hawaii] You can take bus A, 6, or 18 to school. Bus 20 min. Bike 15 min. Walk 35 min. [Amenities] Kitchen appliances and cookware, bedding, bathroom, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, coin-operated washer and dryer.★ Notes. Extra night: single room $80, shared double room $65 per person. Dormitory Administrative Fee: $4 per night. Security Deposit: $300. Application / Room Set-up Fee: $105. Seaview Dormitory Cancellation Fee: $100 (non-refundable housing cost). Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees, and other charges vary by unit. Room Transfer Fee: $80. *Dormitory & Apartment prices are not set by GVH and are subject to change at any time. Check with the school for availability and an exact quote. [Address] 2252 Seaview Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822. Seaview Dormitory is a shared-house style residence about 20 minutes by bus from GV Hawaii. It is located near the University of Hawaii at Manoa campus, making it convenient for getting to Waikiki. [Rooms & Common Areas] Each room has a desk, chair, and bed. There are two shared bathrooms on each floor, and a shared kitchen on the first floor. The kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, cooking utensils, pots, pans, a microwave, and a toaster. All residents must clean up after using the kitchen. In addition to GV students, students from other schools and working professionals also live here. [Commuting to GV Hawaii] You can take bus A, 6, or 18 to school. Bus 20 min. Bike 15 min. Walk 35 min. [Amenities] Kitchen appliances and cookware, bedding, bathroom, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, coin-operated washer and dryer. | US$400 |
Local Expenses
| Item | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | US$190 | Once |
| Airport Pickup Fee (One-way) | US$100 | Once |
| Accommodation referral fee - non-refundable (homestay, apartment, dormitory) | US$330 | Once |
| APT/dormitory additional application fee (non-refundable) | US$165 | Once |
| Course change fee | US$120 | Once |
| Technology and Materials | US$28 | 1 week |
| Tuition deposit | US$500 | Once |
| Student card (non-refundable) | US$10 | Once |
| Homestay administration fee | US$7 | 1 night |
| APT/dormitory administration fee | US$4 | 1 night |
| Express shipping fee | US$100 | Once |
| Remittance fee | US$70 | Once |
| Visa stamp fee (U.S. Embassy interview fee) | US$185 | Once |
| SEVIS Fee (U.S. immigration international student registration fee) | US$350 | Once |
| ESTA | US$40 | Once |
| Visa Integrity Fee (a newly introduced fee) | US$250 | Once |
Facilities
. 7 classrooms . Ocean-view lounge . Free Wi-Fi
Activities
Participation in various festivals, Parasailing, Shark Cage Dives, Skydiving, Zip Line, Catamaran Snorkeling/Sunset Sail, Dolphin Swim, Ocean Kayaking, Kite-Surfing, Standup Paddleboarding, Surfing, Body Boarding, Whale Watching Cruises, Nature Hikes, Circle Island Tours, Weekend Neighbor Island Trips, volunteer activities, etc.
Surroundings
20 minutes by car from the airport to the school
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