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Learn English in Chicago
in USA

General English, 15, 20 or 30 group lessons per week, TOEFL exam preparation.

24 kilometres West from the city business centre, the school becomes confused in a 12 hectare park. The architecture of the place is Gothic. Its vast sports complex is at arrangement of all.

Tuition program

  • 1 lesson: 50 minutes
  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Schedule: 08:30 AM - 3:00 PM depending on the program chosen
  • Maximum 15 students per class
  • All levels available.
     
  • School material included
     
  • Language laboratory
     
  • TOEFL preparation: 30 lessons per week, including 10 specific hours for TOEFL preparation, expert instruction on test-taking strategies, access to the new internet-based TOEFL in our Language Technology center....for more details......click here
     
  • Internet and e-mail free of charge
  • Evaluation and certificate of linguistic training.


Starting dates

Jan. Feb. March April May June July August Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec.
10 7 7 4 2,31 27 25 22 19 17 14 12

TOEFL preparation over 4 or 8 weeks.

Dec.2010 Jan Feb March April May June July Aug. Sept Oct Nov Déc
13* 10 7 7* 4 2 27* 25 22 19* 17 14 -

* Preparation also possible over 12 weeks.

School closing dates

Jan. Feb. April May July Sept. Nov. Dec.
17 21 22 30 4 5 24,25 26

Available options

  • Airport  / accommodation, one way: 135$US
  • Health insurance: 130$US per session.
  • All our rates are valid from January 1st till December 31st, 2011. The prices never include the plane ticket.

The 15 lessons per week program is considered as a  "Vacation English" course. Then the I-20 form is not compulsory so as the F-1 visa

 



 


ATTENTION PLEASE:
ALL STUDENTS GOING TO THE USA IN ORDER TO GET A LANGUAGE COURSE MUST KNOW THAT THE I-20 FORM IS NOW COMPULSORY, AND IT IN ORDER TO ASK FOR A STUDENT VISA F-1, IF THE COURSE IS OF A MINIMUM OF 18 LESSONS A WEEK. ALL NATIONALITIES ARE CONCERNED.

FOR CANADIAN STUDENTS, THE I-20 FORM IS ALSO COMPULSORY BUT ARE EXEMPTED FROM VISA.

PAYMENT OF THE
SEVIS FEE (AMERICAN ANTI TERRORIST MEASURES) WILL BE ALSO COMPULSORY BESIDES THE VISA EXPENSES. REQUIRED FOR ALL NATIONALITIES.

SEVIS I-901 (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System): PRICE: 200$US

This SEVIS fee is required of all foreign nationals who come to the United States for the purpose of pursuing a full course of study in institutions such as colleges, universities, and language training programs.  It is payable one time for each single educational program in which an F-1 student participates, extending from the time the student is granted F-1 status to the time the student falls out of status, changes status, or departs the U.S. for an extended period of time. 

This fee is new and goes into effect September 1, 2004.  SEVIS fee payments will be used by the United States Department of Homeland Security to fund the Student and Exchange Visitor Program.  This program makes it possible for international students and exchange visitors to attend schools in the United States.  The fee also funds the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), a computer system employed to track international students and exchange visitors during their stays in the United States.

SEE OUR CONDITIONS FOR DETAILS.             CLICK HERE

 

We have developed a 12-week comprehensive Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT that gives students the best preparation possible and the confidence they need to succeed!  

The new Internet based TOEFL® iBT requires students to answer questions related to speaking, listening, reading and writing – and measures not just what they know, but how well they can express themselves and apply their knowledge.  By taking the Prep Program, they will practice integrated reading and listening skills, improve writing and speaking, as well as learn test-taking strategies.  The 12-week (30 lessons per week) Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT also includes a seat for the exam! 

And now, through an agreement with ETS, we have become ETS’ largest TOEFL Internet-Based Test (iBT) provider in the USA,

  4   Curriculum 

·          The Complete Prep Program for TOEFL® iBT includes 30 lessons per week of classroom instruction and practice in all key language skills: speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading and writing.

·          The program begins with the ETS TOEFL® Practice Online (TPO) diagnostic test, with instant scoring and feedback.

·          Students progress through three different modules, each of which includes sample testing to measure progress and build confidence to take the actual test.

·          Additionally, the course includes the ETS CriterionSM, with instant scoring and feedback by ETS on writing samples.

·          Individual competencies and objectives are addressed through technology-supported learning in our new Language Technology Centers.

·          Instructors that have been trained and certified by ETS work with students to build specific test-taking skills and strategies using the best materials available.

·          At the end of the course, a prepaid seat for the official TOEFL® iBT is included, at the center, offering the additional benefit of taking the test in familiar surroundings.

·          Academic advising is included in the program for students who are considering further study at an American university, through our professional University Placement service.  

What’s Included

 

Prep Program

Lessons (per week)

 

30 lessons total

 

15 lessons – TOEFL® iBT instruction

 

10 lessons – Academic English skills

 

5 lessons – TOEFL® iBT practice in computer lab

Materials

 

Latest study materials and official ETS online practice products

Instructors

 

ETS certified/trained tech

Included seat for official TOEFL® iBT exam*

 

Yes

 

                         * Available for 12-week programs only

 

Students prepare for the TOEFL with six lessons per day!

 

·          2 lessons of Structure and Speaking Practice

Students will focus on listening, speaking and grammar skills, integrated skills needed for the TOEFL exam.

 

·          1 lesson of TOEFL iBT Practice in our Language Technology Center

In our self-study language labs, students will take actual TOEFL practice exams using TOEFL study materials and advanced listening software.  And most importantly, students will receive an Individualized Learning Plan based on their English proficiency level on the placement tests and on TOEFL iBT goals.

 

·          1 lesson of TOEFL Reading and Writing

Students will read, discuss and write about a variety of reading selections, while using ETS’ exclusive writing practice for the TOEFL exam.

 

·          2 lessons of TOEFL iBT Prep

Here students will put their newly learned skills to work by refining study techniques, discussing test-taking strategies and practicing test formats. 

Pre-Arrival Test 

To help students plan for study in the U.S., we have created a Pre-Arrival Test of language proficiency (PAT).  The PAT is a quick, inexpensive and easy way to determine how long it will take a student to reach his or her goal for learning English.  Student can also use the results to see if they are ready for one of the exciting advanced level courses offered, like the complete, 3-session TOEFL® iBT Preparation course.

 

The PAT evaluated grammar, listening, speaking and writing abilities in 30 to 50 minutes, on-line.  The test taker receives immediate, machine-generated feedback on grammar and listening skills after completing the test.  And he or she will get teacher-generated feedback on speaking and writing skills within 72 hours after taking the test, sent to any designated e-mail address.   

 4 Admissions requirements  

The minimum level requirement is high intermediate.  We will accept one of the following for admission to this program 

·         A pre-arrival test is given to students the come directly for the Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT.  See below for more details.

·          Score of 46 on TOEFL® iBT; 473 on TOEFL® pBT; 150 on TOEFL® cBT; IELTS Band 5 

 4 Locations & Dates  

Start dates for the 12-week Prep Program for the TOEFL® iBT below.  Two and one session programs are possible (and listed below), but do not include a seat for the TOEFL iBT exam. 

Dates for full 3 session programs

Dec. 15, 2008 – March 6, 2009
March 9 – May 29, 2009
June 29 – Sept. 18, 2009
Sept. 21 – Dec. 11, 2009

Dates for 2 or 1 session programs

Dec. 15, 2008 – Jan. 9, 2009
Jan. 12 –  Feb. 6, 2009
Feb. 9 - March 6, 2009
March 9 – April 3, 2009
April 6 – May 1, 2009
May 4 - May 29, 2009
June 29 – July 24, 2009
July 27 – August 21, 2009
August 24 - Sept. 18, 2009
Sept. 21 – Oct. 16, 2009
Oct. 19 – Nov. 13, 2009
Nov. 16 - Dec. 11, 2009

 

Rates

Prices are in US dollars. To convert in Canadian dollars at the time of the final payment. Thank you.

Program / week 2 3 4 Add. week

4 additional weeks

15 lessons

950US$

1255US$

 1390$US

400$US

1240$US

20 lessons

980US$

1270US$

 1450$US

415$US

1300$US

30 lessons

1210US$

1585US$

1815$US

535$US

1665$US

TOEFL prep.
(material included)
12 weeks: 5490$US *
8 weeks: 3730$US
4 weeks: 1990$US
* 12 weeks include a seat to the official TOEFL exam. Otherwise please contact the school the first day of class in order to reserve a seat to the exam.

LONG TERM COURSE

Prog./week 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
20 lessons 3681$US 4858$US 5730$US 6846$US 7528$US 8582$US 9636$US 10690$US 11744$US 12798$US
30 lessons 4668$US 6174$US 7280$US 8706$US 9572$US 10918$US 12264$US 13610$US 14956$US 16302$US

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Family or university residence accommodation

  • Sunday arrival

  • Saturday departure

    PLACEMENT FEE (ONCE): 75$US

    A 200$US deposit to cost on the total amount of the accommodation is required at the time of the booking. Does not apply if the accommodation is not requested.

Family :  Single occupancy bedroom, 2 meals per day, all meals during the week end.
The price for 2 weeks will be 605$US.
The price for 3 weeks will be 875$US.
Per 4 weeks session the price will be  1080$US
Each additional week 310$US
Each additional day 75$US

University residence in bedrooms or semi private apartments :
If BEDROOM, double occupancy. Single during summer time. If APARTMENT, single or double occupancy bedrooms.

If BEDROOM, included a $330 declining balance meal card, additional money can be added as desired.
If APARTMENT, no meal.

Vast sports center. Cable TV in each room. A 50$US (BEDROOM) or 200$US (APARTMENTS)  security deposit will be paid upon check in and refunded upon checkout if no damage caused or key loss is found.

The price for 2 weeks will be 650$US (bedroom), 525$US (apartment double), 1200$US (apartement single).
The price for 3 weeks will be 960$US (bedroom). 785$US (apartment double), 1500$US (apartement single).
Per 4 weeks session the price will be  1220$US (bedroom),  980$US (apartment double), 1800$US (apartement single)
Additional week 350$US (bedroom), 265$US (apartment double), 600$US (apartment single).

Our greeting families are recruited with great care. The criteria of selection are very rigorous and each family must satisfy a precise conditions of contract: : excellent morality, desire to communicate with their host, satisfactory social standing. We should specify that the families will only speak with you the language of the country where you will be. It is the principle of the immersion courses!

  

                                                                    Chicago

  

                                                                           School

  

                                                                        Residence

  

                                           Lounge                                         multimedia room

  

                                           Restaurant                                      Sport center

Chicago center is situated in a residential area on a beautiful campus, just 20 minutes from downtown Chicago. As the third largest city in the United States, Chicago offers a variety of culture including the Lyric Opera, Symphony Orchestra, world-famous Art Institute and an exciting nightlife ranging from blues and jazz to comedy clubs.

  • Chicago’s “Magnificent Mile” offers an international showcase of famous architecture, elegant shops and superb restaurants.
  • Many students enjoy attending Chicago’s professional sporting events including the Bulls (basketball), Cubs and White Sox (baseball) and Bears (American football).
  • The University is among the top 15 Midwest regional universities and offers an impressive MBA program.
  • On campus, students may enjoy concerts, theater, films, and a Student Center complete with a bookstore, indoor running track, racquetball courts, fitness center, a new cyber café and newly renovated high-tech library and swimming pool.
  • On-campus residence halls available.

City information

Chicago

Chicago, 3rd city of the USA. The city is nicknamed "the winds city", big main communication centre: port of the big lakes, rails junction, first airport of the world. After the big fire of 1871, Chicago will be the birthplace of an innovative architecture school. The city is decorated with remarkable skyscrapers by their modernism and by their originality today. The art Institute, based in 1882, is one of the richest museums of science. Chicago was famous during the prohibition ( 1919-1933 ) with its gangsters (Al Capone) who were involved in it in the traffic of clandestine alcohol.

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