Kings-Boston (Fisher College)
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| Country & city | Boston, United States |
|---|---|
| Courses | 10 |
| Accommodation | 4 |
| Address | 111 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02116, USA |
| Official website | www.kingseducation.com(opens in a new tab) |
About the School
Fisher College is located in the heart of beautiful Back Bay, Boston, close to a wide variety of shops and amenities, and has been named one of the safest college campuses in Boston. A small four-year private liberal arts college focused on undergraduate education, it has provided student-centered education and personalized mentoring for more than 100 years. Located at the center of Boston's industries, it offers specialized internship support through industry-academia cooperation in a variety of fields, and with an overall graduate employment rate of over 96%, it is one of the most popular four-year private universities in Boston. . Main majors for progression: Business, Marketing, Media, Journalism and Broadcasting, Information/Computer Engineering, Psychology, Applied Criminology, Sports Management, etc. . Semesters: 2 semesters (September, January) . Faculty-to-student ratio of 1:18, with small-group undergraduate classes. Kings programs: GO: 50, Go: 100 After completing years 1-2 together with local American students, students progress with 100% success to their target universities ranked in the U.S. top 50 or top 100. GPA 2.5/4.0 (within grade 5-6 of Korean high school grades)
School Features
- Guaranteed English improvement All teachers are guaranteed to hold CELTA or DELTA (English teaching qualifications) (UK universities), a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) master's degree (US universities), or an equivalent qualification and experience. Kings also specializes in exam preparation. Many Kings teachers are also examiners. Kings Oxford is an official IELTS test center. Long-term study center The longer you study on intensive and super-intensive English courses, the more benefits you receive. Benefits when enrolling for more than 24 weeks:
- Benefits when enrolling for 12 weeks or more
- Guaranteed walking distance to school (see Panel 6)
- Free university admission support service
- Free grammar book Benefits when enrolling for more than 12 weeks:
- Free study opportunities are provided until you achieve your pre-set goals.
- Classmate, a specially created study information guide (online supplementary learning system)
- Up to 4 free tutoring sessions per week (including a 1.5-hour session with a teacher)
- One-on-one meeting with a study course coordinator
- Personalized study plan All benefits are given to students who attend all classes and complete all assignments. Admission guarantee From August to May, applications received between Monday and Friday are guaranteed to be processed within 24 hours. Diverse student nationalities
- Students from 81 countries have studied at Kings.
- Students from 10 countries made up 65% of all students.
- The other 35% come from 63 countries. Guaranteed extracurricular activities Kings offers numerous extracurricular activities, events and trips all year round. You can choose from a variety of activities every week, and at least 2 of them are guaranteed to be free. There is also an activities manager to help you have fun and exciting days. Accommodation options If you enroll in an intensive English course of 24 weeks or more, we provide accommodation within walking distance of the college for the duration of the course. Internet fees are also included in all accommodation costs. * Does not apply to the Kings Oxford-St Michael's campus, and excludes the summer peak season. Classmate (supplementary learning) Classmate is a study companion that is always with you. It supplements the lessons led by teachers with multimedia content. Latest technology Kings continually invests in the latest technology to enhance students' learning experience: Wi-Fi, interactive whiteboards, online video/audio, and mobile broadband. Outstanding location [Kings Boston Center] Located in one of Boston's most upscale suburban areas. It is only 20 minutes from downtown Boston by public transportation and has excellent facilities, including on-campus dormitories. [Kings Los Angeles Center] Located near the fantastic Hollywood Sunset Boulevard, it is a 5-minute walk from Hollywood's major attractions. The dormitory is a 15-minute walk away. [Kings Bournemouth Center] Excellently located in the center of a seaside town, it is a 5 - 10 minute walk from shops, the beach and entertainment, with outstanding college facilities for study and leisure. [Kings London Center] It is 20 minutes from central London. With plenty of transportation, shopping and entertainment, and many homestays within walking distance, commuting is convenient. [Kings Oxford Center] Located in the city center on a newly refurbished campus. It is equipped with the latest technology and has interactive whiteboards throughout the facilities. Many of Oxford's attractions are within walking distance.
Highlights
- Diverse teaching methods, with classes taught by multiple teachers
- English improvement guarantee program
- British English teaching methods and American English conversation
- Guaranteed dormitory placement within walking distance at each center
Courses & Tuition
| Course | Target | Type | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intensive English | Age: 16 and over, Lessons per week: 28 lessons, Class size: 14-15 students | 28 lessons/week; 2-11 weeks | US$615 | week |
| Diploma of Intensive English | Age: 16 and over, Lessons per week: 28 lessons, Class size: 14-15 students | 28 lessons/week; 24-31 weeks | US$500 | week |
| General English | Age: 16 and over, Lessons per week: 20 lessons, Class size: 14-15 students | 20 lessons/week; 2-11 weeks | US$480 | week |
| Diploma of General English | Age: 16 and over, Lessons per week: 20 lessons, Class size: 14-15 students | 20 lessons/week; 24-31 weeks | US$450 | week |
| TOEFL Preparation | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 31 lessons, Class size: 15 students | 31 lessons/week; 2-11 weeks | US$615 | week |
| Intensive TOEFL Preparation | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 35 lessons, Class size: 15 students | 35 lessons/week; 2-11 weeks | US$635 | week |
| Vacation TOEFL Preparation | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 20 lessons, Class size: 15 students | 20 lessons/week; 2-12 weeks | US$490 | week |
| English for Business and Leadership | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 20 lessons, Class size: 15 students | 28 lessons/week; 2-4 weeks | US$635 | week |
| GO: Prepared | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 33 lessons, Class size: 15 students | 33 lessons/week; 1-3 terms | US$7,524 | |
| Vacation English | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 20 lessons, Class size: 15 students | 20 lessons/week; 2-12 weeks | US$460 | week |
Accommodation & Costs
| Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Homestay 16+ - Single room, HB (breakfast, dinner) View details . Minimum 4 weeks . Check-in: Sunday / Check-out: Saturday . Internet access: Internet access is included with homestay accommodation. . Laundry facilities: Once-weekly laundry of clothing using the host family's laundry facilities is included. . Meal plan (half board): The homestay half board meal plan consists of breakfast and dinner. | US$465 |
| Homestay 16+ - Single Room, HB (breakfast, dinner) (peak season applies: 6/21-8/15) View details . Minimum 4 weeks . Check-in: Sunday / Check-out: Saturday . Internet access: Homestay accommodation includes internet access. . Laundry facilities: Includes washing clothes once a week using the host family's laundry facilities. . Meal plan (Half Board): The homestay half board meal plan is breakfast and dinner. | US$500 |
| Fisher College Residence 16+ (available 5/3~8/26) View details . Single room: self-catering $540/week, HB $720/week . Twin room: self-catering $495/week, HB $675/week . Triple room: self-catering $445/week, HB $625/week . Meal plan (half board): the residence's half board meal plan covers breakfast and lunch. . Included: The residence fee includes internet access (fair use policy applies) and use of laundry facilities. . Regular stay week: The regular stay week runs from Sunday to Saturday. | US$445 |
| Fisher HI Student Hostel 17+ (Available 1/4~5/3, 8/26~12/19) View details . Twin room: self-catering $615/week, HB $790/week . Meal plan (half board): The hostel's half-board meal plan consists of breakfast and lunch. . Included: The hostel accommodation fee includes internet access (fair use policy applies) and use of laundry facilities. . Standard accommodation week: A typical accommodation week runs from Sunday to Saturday. | US$615 |
Local Expenses
| Item | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | US$175 | Once |
| Airport pickup (branch) (SFO → Berkeley) | US$150 | Once |
| Airport pickup fee (Logan Airport) | US$220 | Once |
| Homestay application fee | US$135 | Once |
| 1:1 lesson (45 minutes) | US$95 | 1 lesson |
| Homestay surcharge (Christmas) | US$85 | 1 week |
| Express fee (Courier fee) | US$125 | Once |
| student insurance | US$65 | 1 week |
| 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
ㆍWell-equipped, spacious classrooms ㆍWell-stocked libraries ㆍFree wireless internet in College ㆍSoccer pitches and softball fields ㆍSix outdoor tennis courts ㆍCross-country trails (entirely on campus) ㆍFitness room with modern equipment ㆍGymnasium for indoor sports including basketball, softball, volleyball, tennis, badminton, dance and soccer
Activities
Lectures, movies, drama workshops, computer and video workshops, seminars, debates, music, concerts and plays, plus a host of sports are all available.
Surroundings
. Downtown Boston: about 10 minutes by car, about 20 minutes on foot . Boston Logan International Airport: about 10 minutes by car
Amounts are reference prices converted to US dollars at the rates below. Actual payment amounts depend on the exchange rate and the timing of payment.
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