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Semi-Intensive English

Kaplan International: Boston
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Course description

Are you interested in an English course that offers you some time for sightseeing in addition to comprehensive classroom work? A Semi-Intensive English course offers the balance to enjoy your destination and finish your course with a higher level of English. Semi-Intensive English Courses focus on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking. These courses offer a semi-intensive English education that will help you learn quickly and effectively. You’ll also learn vocabulary and grammar, and how to speak in formal and informal discussions, interviews and strategies. Kaplan's Semi-Intensive English course offers both group lessons and structured, independent study sessions -- leaving students plenty of time for social activities and to explore their surroundings. This course consists of 20 lessons of general English and 7 lessons of structured study time.

Course topics

Lessons focus on practical English, including reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Supplemental structured study allows students to use multimedia materials, online exercises and course books for their studies, so they can focus on what they need to learn and improve the most.

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
27 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
28 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 27 Nov 2025 - 28 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025

Kaplan International does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
08:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Break
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Lesson
12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Break
02:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Afternoon session
02:15 PM - 05:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Boston.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Kaplan International Harvard Square is in a premier location next to the campus of Harvard University. The building offers modern facilities including a computer center, free internet access and spacious classrooms. The school offers several different levels of English language classes and GRE and GMAT exam preparation. Harvard Square and its surrounding streets are lined with bookshops, boutiques and numerous open-air cafes where students read, play chess or enjoy being entertained by visiting street performers. Public transport also makes the city of Boston easily accessible.

Number of classrooms
5

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Cultural Trips
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Kaplan International: Boston varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

Kaplan International does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
28 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 30 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 27 Nov 2025 - 28 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025

School location

Kaplan puts you right in the heart of this prestigious academic city. Set in a premier location in Harvard Square, next to the campus of Harvard University, our building offers up-to-the-minute facilities including a computer centre, free internet access and spacious classrooms. Harvard Square and its surrounding streets are lined with bookshops, boutiques and numerous open-air cafes where students read, play chess or enjoy being entertained by visiting street performers.

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reviews

Reviews

100% recommend

based on 3 reviews
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"It was great and functional"

Noah Lautaro Waissbluth Gaspar, student from USA

It was very good, because I had a very good teacher, we had good interactive activities with the book, but for me the best thing was when we did extra activities that were like debate, kahoot, ordering words, etc.
good location with good size.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Date of study
21 Feb 2022 - 25 Feb 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Friendly and helpful environment"

Mohammed Omar M Alsadhan, student from USA

It was a good experience. I felt I had improved my English with regards to reading writing, vocabulary and grammar.
I didn't mention the speaking part because we didn't focus on it in class. In general, Kaplan is a good school and I highly recommend it.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
8 Aug 2016 - 2 Sep 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"An experience full of awesome people and incredible activities."

Sofia Herbas Loureiro, student from Bolivia

The classes and teachers are good, we do different kinds of activities so we never get bored. The location is excellent, it is easy to get there by bus or train and there you have a lot of places to eat, visit and shop.
My homestay is not good, I never talk with the family, that is why I requested to change my homestay.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
23 weeks
Date of study
21 Jan 2013 - 5 Jul 2013
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
housing

Housing

Kaplan International offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay (No meals) Min. age 18 (Single)

S$ 443
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Laundry and free internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 443
Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations - a great way to learn English.

Homestay (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (Twin)

S$ 479
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry and free internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 479
Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations - a great way to learn English.

Homestay (7 meals/week) Min. age 18 (Single)

S$ 479
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry and free internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 479
Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations - a great way to learn English.

Homestay (14 meals/week) Under 18 (Twin)

S$ 529
weekly
Age range: 16 - 17 years old
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry and free internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 529
Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations - a great way to learn English.

Homestay (7 meals/week) Under 18 (Single)

S$ 529
weekly
Age range: 16 - 17 years old
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry and free internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 529
Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations - a great way to learn English.

Homestay (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (Single)

S$ 600
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry and free internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 600
Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations - a great way to learn English.

Homestay (14 meals/week) Under 18 (Single)

S$ 650
weekly
Age range: 16 - 17 years old
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry and free internet
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 650
Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations - a great way to learn English.
student-residence

Boston Apartments-The Bon (No meals) Min. age 18 (Single)

S$ 1,036
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 1260 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02115, USA
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, wireless internet, and free internet
Distance to school: 20 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 1,036
Student Apartments – The Bon is a completely new property purposefully designed for students and professionals. The building features a wide range of amenities including a 24-hour gym, yoga studio, study rooms and lounge areas and an outdoor terrace.

Each apartment is fully equipped with plenty of storage, comfortable queen-size beds, a waterfall shower, state-of-the art kitchen appliances and fixtures as well as a selection of home comforts, from 50-inch smart TVs to designer furniture. This residence features a 24-hour front desk, concierge and host team who are always on hand to look after you.

Studio or apartments available

Private bathrooms and kitchen

Utilities and WiFi included

Onsite gym and yoga studio

Study areas

Communal lounge and terrace

24-hour concierge

Boston Apartments-The Bon (No meals) Min. age 18 (Deluxe Single)

S$ 1,086
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 1260 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02115, USA
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, wireless internet, and free internet
Distance to school: 20 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 1,086
Student Apartments – The Bon is a completely new property purposefully designed for students and professionals. The building features a wide range of amenities including a 24-hour gym, yoga studio, study rooms and lounge areas and an outdoor terrace.

Each apartment is fully equipped with plenty of storage, comfortable queen-size beds, a waterfall shower, state-of-the art kitchen appliances and fixtures as well as a selection of home comforts, from 50-inch smart TVs to designer furniture. This residence features a 24-hour front desk, concierge and host team who are always on hand to look after you.

Studio or apartments available

Private bathrooms and kitchen

Utilities and WiFi included

Onsite gym and yoga studio

Study areas

Communal lounge and terrace

24-hour concierge
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $100 when you register.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Visit the US Department of State website »

Flights and airport transfer

The school offers airport pickup services. If you wish to be picked up, just give us your flight details and arrival date. The price of a one-way airport transfer from Boston Logan Airport is $125. You must book your airport transfer in advance when you register.

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Boston based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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