Host:
ECUSA
Contact:
Casey Sherman, Center Director Tel: 617-247-3033 Fax: 617-247-2959 729 Boylston Street Boston, MA 02116 USA
Established:
1992 
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EC BostonDescriptionEC Boston, formally known as the Olin Center for International Study, is located on Boylston Street in the heart of Back Bay section of Boston. EC Boston offers nine levels of Intensive English (ESL), and Academic Preparation, in 4-week sessions beginning every two weeks. In addition, the center offers exam preparation for TOEFL, GMAT and GRE, Teacher Training Certificate program, Executive English, Corporate ESL, Summer Junior & Kids programs, and university access programs with conditional admission or concurrent enrollment to Bay State College, Berklee College of music, Bunker Hill Community College, Boston Architectural College, Cambridge College, Johnson & Wales University, Nichols College, School of Museum of Fine Arts, and University of Massachusetts-Boston.
LocationEC Boston is located at 729 Boylston Street in the Back Bay section of Boston, Boston's safest and most beautiful neighborhood. Back Bay is home to many elegant shops and restaurants and just minutes from over thirty colleges and universities, including Boston University, Harvard, and MIT.
Teaching QualificationsOur teachers are graduates from top universities including Boston University, Harvard and MIT. All of our teachers have excellent academic qualifications, including high test scores and teaching experiences. They are dedicated to giving friendly, supportive, and personal attention to each student.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:TOEFL & other university preparation courses, EFL Teacher Training Program, Business Internship Program, Summer Junior Program, Summer Kids & Family Program, Corporate ESL Program. Univeristy access programs allowing EC students to get admission to universities without TOEFL.
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 14
Average Class Size: 8
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 2
Intermediate Levels: 5
Advanced Levels: 3
Advanced level English include Academic Preparation
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 30
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
Sessions begin every Monday. Length of program: 4 weeks 8 weeks 12 weeks 16 weeks 20 weeks 24 weeks 28 weeks 32 weeks 36 weeks or longer.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 10%
Asia: 35%
Europe: 20%
Latin America: 25%
Middle East: 10%
Average Enrollments:
February: 120
July: 275
October: 100
FeesFees based on a session length of 4 weeks. Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information. Included means that this service is provided at no extra charge.
Optional Fees:
AccommodationsDormitory: $1000
Homestay: $800-900
Students have an option of Shared rooms or Private rooms. The Cost for homestay is $225 per week for a shared room, and $255 per week for a private room. While cost at a residence is $225 per week for a shared room, or $310 per week for a private room. Student ServicesEC Boston offers an extensive array of student services including outings during the week and weekend trips to such places as Cape Cod, New York City and Montreal, airport pickup, health club membership, parties and other events. Educational Service OpportunitiesFree university counseling and placement are offered daily to students at EC Boston. In addition, EC assists students with filling out applications and with essay writing assignments. Throughout the year, EC invites admissions officers and other speakers to the Center to talk with interested students. Computer laboratory with free internet access and university resource library are available for student from 9am to 6pm . TransportationEC Boston is located approximately two minutes away from Copley Station were you can access bus and subway lines. Application InformationPlease send application forms with a $150 application fee, $150 course deposit (applied to first session's tuition), $65 express mail fee and a letter of financial support. If you would like EC Boston to arrange housing for you, please also return the housing application with a $80 housing placement fee. |
