• Learn English in the USA or Canada and live with your English language teacher! American Language Programs (ALP) offers English language homestay programs which allow students to combine homestay accommodation in the home of their teacher with private English lessons.

• Whether you are a total beginner or have an advanced level of English, your English classes will be designed to meet your individual needs.

• We teach students from around the world between the ages of 12 - 80. You can choose to stay from one week or up to three months and longer stays can also be arranged.

• The emphasis of our program is that students have the opportunity to practice using English. Your teacher and homestay host is a highly qualified teacher usually with many years of training & experience and one or more academic degrees from well-known colleges or universities.

We offer ESL Homestay Programs in:
• Boston, Massachusetts
• New York City, NY / New Jersey
• Honolulu, Hawaii
• Phoenix, Arizona
• Los Angeles & San Francisco, California
• Orlando, Kissimmee, Miami, Palm Beach & Boca Raton, Florida
• Vancouver, BC in Canada

Student Testimonial:
"I stayed three times with my family. Living with a family and having several hours of classes each day is a 10 (10 being top!). It's a wonderful way to improve one's English painlessly and discover the "real American life."
- Benedicte, France

English Language + Homestay Programs:

• Our Standard Homestay Program
• Business English & Specialized Vocabulary
• Deluxe / 4-Star Program
• Public Speaking / Business English Instruction
• TOEFL, GRE, GED, LLM Exam Preparation
• University Application / Registration
• Corporate / Workplace English classes
• Private English lessons
• English language pronunciation, including grammar, vocabulary, and accent reduction...

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2. Kaplan International Boston

Courses / Programs

• Choose from two English language schools in Boston with Kaplan International. Located in Boston’s city centre (Fenway), and at Harvard Square, our English schools offer a comprehensive range of courses for students of all levels.

• Join one of our English language schools and discover the fascinating history of Boston, America’s education capital, while you study English.

• Citizens of 66 countries attended our Boston ESL schools last year.

Accreditation:
• Our English language schools in Boston are accredited by ACCET.

• Choose from a comprehensive range of English courses, exam preparation courses, and accommodation options. Learn English in Boston with first-class teachers in excellent learning facilities and advance your academic and professional career.

• Kaplan International offers high standards of teaching and student care, as well as quality courses and accommodation at our English schools worldwide.

Student Review:
"The Kaplan Experience was the turning point of my life. When I first came here I couldn’t speak any English, I was afraid to speak for fear that people would misunderstand me.

I know I’m still not perfect but at least I’m confident now and not afraid of speaking. I also have met new friends and learned about other cultures.”
- Yina Youn, South Korea (Academic Year Intensive student)

Quality English Language Courses:
• Intensive English (including Academic Year/Semester option)
• General English (including Academic Year/Semester option)
• Vacation English lessons
• TOEFL and Academic English
• Business English

Exam Preparation Programs:
• GRE Exam preparation
• GMAT Test preparation

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3. Boston Academy Of English

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Learn More, Pay Less. Boston Academy of English wants you to learn more than just English - we want you to experience American culture in the best city for international students in the world - Boston. One of the most academically prestigious cities in the United States, Boston is home to hundreds of outstanding colleges and universities. Whether you need to improve your English to help you get into the school of your choice - or prepare you for the better job that you deserve - Boston Academy of English is your answer. Our Quality English programs are Accredited by ACCET and are the best price value in the Boston Area.

Standard English Program (20 lessons/week), Intensive English Program (24 lessons per week), Intensive English Plus Program (30 lessons per week), TOEFL Test Preparation (24 lessons per week), GMAT, Private Lessons, Corporate English, Summer Program, ESL Teacher Training Certificate Program

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4. ELC Boston

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ELC has been teaching English since 1978 and offers a wide range of English courses. If you choose to study English at ELC in Boston, you will discover a charming world-class city that has a perfect blend of vibrancy and history. Home to Harvard and dozens of other leading universities, Boston draws hundreds of thousands of students to Boston. You'll find ELC in the middle of it all, in the stylish Back Bay area close to the Charles River and popular Public Garden. Just one block away, delightful art galleries, boutiques, bookstores, and sidewalk cafes line cosmopolitan Newbury Street. Accommodation Options - American Homestay, Student residential accommodations, ELC Studio Apartments, Suffolk University Dormitory in summer.

Intensive English, Semi-Intensive, TOEIC, TOEFL Test Preparation, Cambridge FCE & CAE Exam Preparation, English for Executives, Summer Campus English Program at Suffolk University, Boston, and Summer Junior Program for students 14-17 years of age, TEFL Certificate Program

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5. The Boston Center for Adult Education

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Conveniently located just off the Massachusetts Turnpike in south downtown Boston, the Boston Center for Adult Education offers full and part-time, day and evening English as a second language (ESL) programs from an easily accessible city location. We offer ESL classes for all levels, from beginners to advanced speakers, including TOEFL preparation classes, English pronunciation classes, and English conversation classes.

Founded in 1933, the Boston Center for Adult Education is the oldest nonprofit adult education center in New England. We seek to provide educational opportunities for adults that foster personal and professional development, enhance a sense of community, and encourage social responsibility. Our ESL faculty offers students a chance to have fun and make friends while learning English. Whether you want to improve your English, learn as a beginner or even prepare for your TOEFL exam, we have a program for you.

English as a second language (ESL) classes for adults

- Morning and evening classes
- English for Beginners
- Intermediate level English
- Advanced English
- American English Pronunciation
- Reading classes
- Pronunciation
- Writing
- Conversation
- TOEFL Preparation classes

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6. Boston Language Institute

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The Institute is located close to the center of Boston, in Kenmore Square, near Boston's elegant Back Bay neighborhood, and next to public transportation.

For more than 20 years, we have taught English with the mission of providing students with an opportunity to learn in a friendly and supportive environment. Online English courses are also available.

Study English from the convenience of your home or office: 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Join a virtual classroom with a live instructor and lots of educational resources.

English Language Courses:
- Evening, weekday or Saturday programs. Beginner to advanced levels

- Group English classes
- Private English lessons
- TOEFL preparation courses
- English for Foreign-born Professionals.
- Online English courses also available

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7. Spoken English Practice

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Based in Boston MA, Spoken English Practice provides real-time English language lessons for adults and children, taught through Skype by professional native-speaking tutors. We offer a flexible schedule, and English lessons for elementary to advanced level students from around the world.

Our unique approach is the fastest and most logical way to improve English speaking. You will practice English with real native English speakers from the US and UK.

Spoken English Practice was founded in 2008 with the goal of transforming the way English is “taught”. Our program’s philosophy is simple – we believe that the only way to really be fluent in English is to have real conversations with native speakers.

We have helped more than 13,000 students from over 100 countries improve their English speaking.

Online / Skype-Based English Language Lessons:

Study options include:
- 10, 20, 60, 80 or 100 lesson packs
- Elementary to advanced levels

Features include:
- An extremely flexible session schedule
- We have sessions from 7am EST to 11pm EST, 7 days a week
- Real conversations with native English speaking tutors

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8. TALK International, Boston

Courses / Programs

TALK International Boston is an ACCET-accredited English language school located in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. We offer English courses to students from around the world with all levels of English from beginner to advanced.

Our intensive English programs include general, academic and business English courses. Exam Preparation programs include IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC and Cambridge courses.

Founded in 1996, TALK English Schools are located in 7 major cities in the USA: Atlanta, Aventura, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Miami Beach and San Francisco.

Our university campus language centers provide students with the ideal location to study English and immerse themselves in American culture.

TALK International is recognized throughout the world as a leader in language training. Our proven language training methodology (referred to as the TALK Method) is based upon the communicative method of language acquisition. We utilize cutting-edge materials and technology to optimize the learning process.

English Language Courses:

- General English

- Academic English

- Exam Preparation (TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC and Cambridge)

- Business English Courses

- Accent Reduction Course

- Tourism English

- Private English Lessons

- TESOL Courses

- Academic Writing Courses

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9. APPROACH International Student Center

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Learning English in Boston can be both fun and rewarding. Perhaps you need university-level training in listening, reading, writing, speaking and TOEFL preparation. We have an Intensive English program designed especially for you. Our ESL classes prepare beginner, intermediate, and advanced English students for a lifetime of rewarding experiences. We have been helping students from around the world come to the US to study English and apply to colleges and universities. By working closely with international students for many years, we have come to understand what students want in an English school in USA and need in an ESL program. Our curriculum emphasizes real-life situations and our teaching methods ensure you'll learn quickly. We have a unique teaching approach, and use the latest techniques in Intensive English instruction. You will begin speaking English on the very first day of class! As our programs and services have steadily grown throughout the world, so has our reputation. Our 200 students include visitors from Japan, France, Spain Korea, Italy, Russia, China, Brazil, Colombia, and many other countries.

10 levels from low/beginner to high/advanced; Elective courses including: vocabulary, pronunciation, accent reduction, business English, American idioms, American literature, TOEFL, SAT, GRE, GMAT, and computer classes; 4 - 12 students/class; 4 - 32 hours of classes/week, Private classes

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10. Boston School of Modern Languages

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Boston School of Modern Languages is a fully-accredited intensive English language program with over 80 years experience in language training for international students. Since 1925, we have educated thousands of students from all over the world in American English. We continue to be the pathway to an American university for many young adults and the school of choice for many professionals looking to enter more actively into the global business community.

Since 1925, BSML has created the ideal environment for you to enhance your study experience. Live with friends in student shared apartments and practice your English outside of class with your new international friends! If you prefer to live with an American host family, you will fully experience American culture and family life. If an elegant lifestyle better suits your needs, reside in in our executive apartments located in the heart of beautiful Boston.

English Language Programs:

- Prepare for the TOEFL & GMAT
- Intensive English
- Private English Courses
- Combination Program (group & individual instruction)
- Business English
- Summer Program
- Children's Program
- English & Golf
- English & Basketball
- English & Baseball
- English by the Sea
- University Preparation Courses