Kaplan-Boston
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| Country & city | Boston, United States |
|---|---|
| Courses | 6 |
| Accommodation | 6 |
| Address | 2F 11 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108 USA |
| Official website | www.kaplaninternational.com(opens in a new tab) |
About the School
Kaplan Boston Center has moved away from Harvard Square and welcomes students in the heart of downtown Boston, a place that preserves the city's history. The new Kaplan Boston center neighbors Boston's signature landmarks, from the Massachusetts State House, Boston Common (the oldest park in the United States), and the Freedom Trail, which preserves the history of the American Revolution, to Beacon Hill, filled with elegant 19th-century buildings, and Downtown Crossing and Back Bay, Boston's shopping districts. Being centrally located, it is also close to Boston's MBTA subway stations and Commuter Rail stations, making the commute easy, and Fenway Park, MIT and Harvard University can also be reached easily by public transportation. Feel the spirit of Boston, the city that played a pivotal role in American independence. Today, Boston is a center of learning and a leading education city of the United States, renowned as a college town with more than 100 universities. From lively bars and cafés to museums and professional baseball games, Boston offers a special experience for everyone. The city of Cambridge, located across the Charles River in Boston, is home to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University, the world's most famous university and the oldest university in the United States. Language Programs ㆍ Vacation English, General English, Intensive English ㆍ Test preparation: TOEFL®, GMAT®, GRE® ㆍ Long-term language study programs ㆍ Business English Student Services ㆍ University admission services ㆍ Airport pickup service (Boston Logan Airport) ㆍ Travel and medical insurance ㆍ A variety of activity programs Kaplan Language School Information ㆍ Systematic, personalized programs ㆍ Kaplan's prime school locations ㆍ A diverse mix of student nationalities ㆍ Clean, modern school facilities ㆍ A top teaching staff with long experience Kaplan Harvard Square offers the following accommodation options. ㆍ Homestay: Twin or single room, ages 16 and over, 14 meals per week provided ㆍ Student residence: Twin room, ages 16 and over, 14 meals per week provided - International Guest House: 1-2 person rooms, ages 18 and over, self-catering - Student Apartments
School Features
- Worldwide Reputation Founded in 1938, Kaplan is a prestigious private language institution and an education subsidiary of The Washington Post Company and a sister company of Newsweek, and it has helped countless students around the world achieve their academic, professional and personal goals. More than 75,000 students from 150 countries enroll every year. Quality Assurance Kaplan's commitment to quality education and student welfare is recognized by government bodies around the world, including the British Council in the UK, ACELS in Ireland, ACCET in the US, NEAS in Australia, NZQA in New Zealand, and Languages Canada in Canada. A World of Choice With more than 40 schools in 7 English-speaking countries, Kaplan offers students the best places to study, from stylish city centers to famous university campuses. It has partnerships with about 300 universities worldwide. Kaplan International English, which has offered premium English programs for more than 80 years, has added European language courses and now gives more students a wide range of learning opportunities as 'Kaplan International Languages'. Kaplan has acquired Alpadia Languages Schools, which provides high-quality language education in Europe, to introduce French and German courses, and has formed a strategic partnership with Enforex to introduce Spanish courses. Through this acquisition and the new partnership, the adult language centers located in 1 city in Switzerland, 1 in France, 2 in Germany and 4 in Spain offer programs that meet a variety of needs, from Working Holiday visa students seeking rich career experience to students who hope to enter local universities. Courses to meet your needs Students can choose the course that best suits their goals and English level from a variety of options, including short- and long-term English courses, intensive test preparation, degree preparation, and paid and unpaid internships. Effective Curriculum In addition to teacher-led General English and elective classes, supplementary study tailored to each student's needs is composed of a variety of programs such as online and offline language learning, clubs, discussions and project assignments, and continuous monitoring and guidance from the teacher in charge helps maximize each student's learning results. Effective Student Support A dedicated team of staff around the world will provide the support and advice you need at every stage, from preparing for your stay abroad and choosing the accommodation that suits you best, to adapting to your new environment on site. K+ Learning System Kaplan International uses its own developed textbooks and teaching materials and offers a unique integrated English learning system called K+. The K+ learning system was developed by education experts to meet the needs of Kaplan students, and the curriculum follows the standards of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference). K+ notes (textbooks): Self-developed textbooks and teaching materials, integrated online/offline textbooks, use of smart boards and K+ tools, available at all levels, 5 books provided per level (replaced every 2 weeks), textbook fees vary by country K+ Session (K+ tools / K+ clubs): Online/offline supplementary study provided, an online study system built with K+ tools (individual login information provided), Vacation English students can use some K+ tools, a variety of offline K+ clubs run at each center Culture, Art, Essay Writing, Cooking, Q&A Sessions, etc., an academic portfolio is compiled when enrolled for 10 weeks or more K+ eXtra: Online self-study materials linked to K+ tools
Highlights
- Cambridge, America's leading city of learning
- Neighbors Boston's signature landmarks
- Systematic, academic classes
- Business practice courses and university admission services
Courses & Tuition
| Course | Target | Type | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive English (20+8+7L) | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 35 lessons, Class size: avg. 14.5-16 students | 35 lessons per week; 1-4 weeks | US$650 | week |
| Semi-Intensive English (20+7L) | Age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 27 lessons; Class size: average 14.5-16 students | 27 lessons/week; weeks 1-4 | US$590 | week |
| General English (20L) | Age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 20 lessons; Class size: average 14.5-16 students | 20 lessons per week (max 12 weeks in the US); 1-4 weeks | US$520 | week |
| Business English (35L) | Eligible age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 35 lessons (1 lesson = 45 minutes); Class size: average 14.5-16 students | 35 lessons per week, Supplementary (Max. 10 weeks); 1-4 weeks | US$650 | week |
| TOEFL iBT and Academic English | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 35 lessons, Class size: avg. 14.5-16 students | 35 lessons per week, Max 16 weeks; 1-4 weeks | US$650 | week |
| University Placement Service |
Accommodation & Costs
| Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Homestay (single room) (ages 18 and over, 14 meals per week, shared bathroom) View details Homestay special diet $80/week extra Luggage storage $80/week extra Homestay summer peak season (5/30-8/22) $40/week extra Homestay year-end period (12/19-12/26) $80 extra | US$430 |
| Homestay (Single room) (Ages 18+, 7 meals per week, shared bathroom) View details Homestay special meals $80/week extra Luggage storage $80/week extra Homestay summer peak season (5/30-8/22) $40/week extra Homestay year-end period (12/19-12/26) $80 extra | US$340 |
| Homestay (single room) (ages 18 and over, meals not included, shared bathroom) View details Homestay special diet $80/week extra Luggage storage $80/week extra Homestay summer peak season (5/30-8/22) $40/week extra Homestay year-end period (12/19-12/26) $80 extra | US$320 |
| Homestay (twin room) (ages 18 and over, 14 meals per week, shared bathroom) View details Homestay special diet $80/week extra Luggage storage $80/week extra Homestay summer peak season (5/30-8/22) $40/week extra Homestay year-end period (12/19-12/26) $80 extra | US$340 |
| Boston Apartments-The Bon (Age 18+, Deluxe single room, no meals, shared bathroom) View details Apartment-style dormitory (2-bedroom) Shared bathroom and kitchen within the apartment unit, coin laundry room, shared lounge in the dormitory, fitness center, yoga studio, study room, rooftop, free Wi-Fi, 24-hour security (utilities included) Address: 1260 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02215 30 minutes by public transportation to the Kaplan center *Age 18 or older, same-gender assignment within the apartment https://ebook.kaplaninternational.com/fact-files/en/pdf/accomm_usa-boston-the-bon.pdf | US$760 |
| Boston Apartments-The Bon (Ages 18+, Regular Single Room, No Meals, Shared Bathroom) View Details Apartment-style dormitory (2-bedroom) Shared bathroom and kitchen within the apartment unit, coin laundry room, shared lounge in the dormitory, fitness center, yoga studio, study room, rooftop, free Wi-Fi, 24-hour security (utilities included) Address: 1260 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02215 30 minutes by public transportation to Kaplan Center *Ages 18 and over, same-gender assignment within the apartment https://ebook.kaplaninternational.com/fact-files/en/pdf/accomm_usa-boston-the-bon.pdf | US$730 |
Local Expenses
| Item | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | US$200 | Once |
| Airport pickup (branch) (SFO → Berkeley) | US$150 | Once |
| Airport pickup (one way) (Boston Logan Airport) | US$190 | Once |
| Accommodation application fee (non-refundable) | US$100 | Once |
| Additional fee for guaranteed morning class (charged for up to 12 weeks only, regardless of the number of registered weeks) | US$20 | 1 week |
| Change fee (if changed after arrival) | US$110 | Once |
| Additional fee for after-hours arrival at accommodation (surcharge for arrivals outside the designated hours) | US$50 | Once |
| Summer homestay surcharge (5/30-8/22) | US$40 | 1 week |
| Summer dormitory surcharge (5/30-8/22) | US$40 | 1 week |
| Homestay year-end surcharge (12/19-26) | US$80 | Once |
| Dormitory room transfer fee (when changing rooms after arrival) | US$100 | Once |
| Online Class | US$70 | 3 months |
| Online Class | US$140 | 12 Months |
| University admission support service (free when enrolling in an English course of 16 weeks or more) | US$250 | Once |
| Express delivery fee (optional) (non-refundable) | US$100 | Once |
| Visa stamp fee (U.S. Embassy interview fee) | US$185 | Once |
Facilities
Kaplan Harvard Square learning environment and facilities . Number of classrooms: 11 . Facilities: Smart boards in all classrooms, student lounge and kitchen (equipped with a microwave, vending machine and tables)
Activities
Things to see and do ㆍExplore the Harvard Square area ㆍVisit Harvard University ㆍVisit the Science Center ㆍVisit the Harvard Museum of Natural History ㆍEnjoy food from many countries at a variety of restaurants ㆍDiscover colorful greenhouse cafés ㆍEnjoy street performances and live music ㆍWatch a Boston Red Sox game at Fenway Park ㆍExplore diverse neighborhoods from the North End to Jamaica Plain ㆍStroll along the beautiful Charles River ㆍVisit Faneuil Hall at Quincy Market ㆍSki in Maine ㆍHike, rock climb and cycle in New Hampshire and Vermont ㆍWalk along the beach and feel the small-town atmosphere of Cape Cod ㆍEnjoy the fragrance of culture at art museums ㆍVisit the Franklin public library, filled with books dedicated to Benjamin Franklin ㆍEnjoy fantastic city views from the Skywalk observatory on the 50th floor of the Prudential Tower ㆍWalk along the famous Freedom Trail ㆍVisit Plimoth Plantation, a living history museum recreating life in America in 1627 ㆍTour Newport and Rhode Island
Surroundings
It is located in the center of the city, next to the campus of world-famous Harvard University. Harvard Square offers an ideal study environment with bookstores, shops, large restaurants, street performances and live music.
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