Dominican Language School, Santo Domingo, Dominican Rep.

Students rated Dominican Language School, Santo Domingo : 4.3/5.0   (3 reviews)

Events during which it may be particularly attractive to visit Santo Domingo:

Whale watching (15.Jan.2012- 15.Mar.2012), Carnival (05.Feb.2012- 29.Feb.2012), Merengue Festival (30.Jun.2012)

General Information on Dominican Language School

The language school Dominican Language School was founded in Santo Domingo, Dominican Rep. in 1994. The school is located in the Zona Universitaria and faces the UASD (Universidad Autonoma de Santo Domingo), the country's biggest and most famous university. The central location of the Institute makes it easy to seek out and explore many places of interest. The school is located in Apartado Postal 3494, Santo Domingo (Dominican Rep.).

Facilities

The class and communal rooms of the school are furnished in a simple, Caribbean style. A small garden surrounds the building, creating together with several terraces and a cozy cafeteria a personal atmosphere.

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Santo Domingo.  It takes 60 minutes by car or taxi to school.

All prices in US$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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Intensive Group
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 7
330 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 15:00 Afternoon: 14:00  - 19:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Standard Group
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 7
230 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 14:00  - 17:15
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Intensive Individual
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 1
540 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 15:00 Afternoon: 14:00  - 19:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Standard Individual
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
370 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 14:00  - 17:15
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

5

Spanish + Dancing
Lessons per week: 8  | Max. group size: 7
70 US$ per week

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This course MUST be taken in addition to a regular Spanish course, not included in the cost. Native dance instructors teach you the right steps and passionate body language of the Latin movement. It´s also possible to book private dance lessons. Spanish classes take place at the IIC, dance classes in a dance academy just a five minute walk away. Private dance classes available at the cost of 110 USD per 1 week (8h), 195 USD per 2 weeks and 95 USD per every extra week.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30

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Preparation DELE Exam - Private Lessons
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
325 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Now Preparation Courses available for all 6 levels of the DELE Diploma: A1 to C2; strengthening specifically those language skills required for the exam. Examinations can be taken after the group courses at the renowned Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) or Universidad Iberoamericana in Santo Domingo. Exam dates: 25/26 May, 24 August and 09/10 November. Exam fee not included.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 14:00  - 17:15
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

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Preparation DELE Exam - Group Course
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 4
298 US$ per week (Based on the price of 3 weeks)

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Price in US$	--	--	895	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Now Preparation Courses available for all 6 levels of the DELE Diploma: A1 to C2; strengthening specifically those language skills required for the exam. Examinations can be taken after the group courses at the renowned Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) or Universidad Iberoamericana in Santo Domingo. Exam dates: 25/26 May, 24 August and 09/10 November. Exam fee not included.
Starting dates	2012: 30.Apr.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 15.Oct.2012.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 15:30 Afternoon: 14:00  - 19:00
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

Note: All courses offered by Dominican Language School, Santo Domingo can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	45 minutes
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 18.50 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	DELE
Language school closed:	In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2012, 21.Jan.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 06.Apr.2012, 01.May.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 25.Dec.2012
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	German, Spanish, English
Comments about courses:	If you book a course for two weeks or more, you can combine the two school locations Santo Domingo and Sosua (without any additional costs).

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School Apartment
Single room, No meals
195 US$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Each room is equipped with 1 king-size bed, closets, cable-TV, and fan. Students can bring their own laptop to use wireless LAN there. Distance from school: 2 minutes walking Includes: TV, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Homestay
Single room, Half board
265 US$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Carefully selected families who belong exclusively to the Dominican middle-class, living in good to very good social circumstances in residential areas. Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 40 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Apart-Hotel
Single room, No meals
390 US$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person This accommodation is in a 2 stars Apart-Hotel, self catering. Distance from school: 10 minutes walking Includes: TV, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 60 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Middle-Class Hotel
Single room, Breakfast
510 US$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person The hotel has a beautiful garden, a swimming pool and access to a breakfast terrace. The rooms are equipped with a shower and toilet, air conditioning, a fridge, TV and telephone. Internet via wireless (wifi) is available there in the rooms, too. From Dec15 to Jan5: high season surcharge of 20% on all hotel accommodation. Distance from school: 10 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 80 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

Comment	Airport pick-up available at extra charge of USD 45.- Airport Santo Domingo (SDQ) to Santo Domingo city center.
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	no
Single room	always
Optional airport transfer:	Santo Domingo: for 45 US$ (one way)

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