Approach International Student Center

Allston, Massachusetts USA

School Introduction

APPROACH is located in Bostn. One of the most dynamic student centers in the world. The home of Harvard University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Mass Bay Community College and MIT among many other prestigious Colleges and Universities. Receiving more than 300,000 students during the academic year (from September through May), Boston is suited for students' needs and recreation.

ESL Program Introduction

There are 10 levels in the English Program, from Low Beginning to High Advanced. Average class size is 7-12. Each lesson lasts 50 minutes. Each level lasts 108 hours. Open enrollment ensures that our students can choose the best date to start. After a placement test and an interview with one of our teachers, a level is determined and you can start scheduling classes. Instruction is given to groups and lessons are controlled by the student. This system ensures you will complete every step necessary before getting to an upper level.

Once you reach the Advanced Level, you can choose elective classes or our work/study program as part of your daily schedule. Offerings include Vocabulary, Business English, Idioms, American Literature, Super Grammar, TOEFL, SAT, CLEP preparation and computer classes.

Background Data

Number of ESL Students: 200 students
Average Class Size: 5-9
Hours per Week: from 20 to 32
Minimum Age: 14
Issue I-20: Yes
Housing Options: Homestay Dormitory Apartment
School Setting: Urban

Schedule & Fees

Flexibility is the key to our student's success. Courses start everyday and studens choose what days and what time they want to come to school. Classes are held from Monday to Thursday between 9:00am and 8:00pm. On Fridays the school is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm for extra help and use of Multimedia labs. Registration also takes place everyday and after a placement test and an oral interview with the teacher, students can choose the class schedule and start classes.
Tuition: $700.00 per month
Application fee: $50.00
Housing: $550.00 to $700.00

Special Courses & Features

Contact Info

Approach International Student Center
196, Harvard Ave. #6
Allston, Massachusetts 02134

Tel (617) 787-5401
Fax (617) 787-4926
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