GEOS, Boston, USA


Students rated GEOS, Boston with: (10 evaluations)

General Information on Boston

Historic Boston is one of the oldest cities in the United States. The Boston area has the largest student population in the country and a lively student atmosphere to go along with. Compact, walkable, historic and clean, the city blends old-world beauty and modern convenience.

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Events during which it may be particularly attractive to visit Boston :

Head of the Charles (17.Oct- 20.Oct)



Cost of living in USA

In the opinion of finance experts the price of a Big Mac is a good indicator of living expenses. The price of a Big Mac in USA is around US$ 2.51.

2. Language School  GEOS, Boston

General Information on GEOS

The language school GEOS was founded in Boston, USA in 1997. Boston is a very beautiful, academic and historic city. The school is located in a convenient location in the heart of Boston.

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Facilities

Internet/media center with free Wifi. Kitchen with refrigerator and microwave available. Free lending library includes texts, novels, audio/visual material, test prep CD ROMs



Accreditation & Organisation memberships of GEOS, Boston

Accredited by ACCET. Members of NAFSA and TESOL.



Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Boston.  It takes 20  minutes by train  to school.

2.1. Language School GEOS in Figures

Average no. of students: Adult courses in summer: 120
Adult courses throughout the year: 90
Junior courses in summer: 150
Average no. of levels: in summer: 6
throughout the year: 6
English teacher qualifications: 100 % hold a university degree
Facilities for disabled students: yes
Average age of students: in summer: 20 years
throughout the year: 26 years
Minimum age of students: 16 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Student nationalities: Brazil 2 %
China 2 %
France 10 %
Italy 1 %
Japan 10 %
Korea 25 %
Spain 15 %

3. English Courses

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.

1
General Course (22)  / Lessons per week: 22  / Max. group size: 14
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ 275 500 750 900 1125 1350 1800 2250 2640 220
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 31.Mar, 28.Apr, 27.May, 23.Jun, 21.Jul, 18.Aug, 15.Sep, 14.Oct, 10.Nov, 08.Dec
Standard Course times Morning: 9:00  - 11:15
Afternoon: 12:15  - 14:15
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
2
Intensive English (for no visa holders)  / Lessons per week: 16  / Max. group size: 14
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ 250 450 675 860 1075 1290 1720 2150 2580 --
Comment This course consists of 16 clock hours, therefore no visa is required for nationals under the visa waiver program. Maximum duration is 12 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 31.Mar, 28.Apr, 27.May, 23.Jun, 21.Jul, 18.Aug, 15.Sep, 14.Oct, 10.Nov, 08.Dec
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
3
Part Time Practical English, Small Group  / Lessons per week: 2  / Max. group size: 3
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ 80 160 240 320 400 480 640 800 960 80
Comment The course is offered on a flexible schedule. Prices are based on two classes per week.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
4
Private Lessons PM  / Lessons per week: 30  / Max. group size: 1
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ 1500 2880 4140 -- -- -- -- -- -- 1380
Comment Private lesson starting AFTER 5:00 PM. Lessons may include: Business English, Test preparation, pronunciation, or other skills. Please note: One-to-one private course inscription fee is US$ 120.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
5
Private Lessons  / Lessons per week: 30  / Max. group size: 1
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ 1440 2760 3960 5040 6300 7560 10080 12600 15120 1260
Comment Private Lessons may include: Business English, Test preparation, pronunciation or other skills.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
6
GMAT Preparation for International Students, Full Time  / Lessons per week: 32  / Max. group size: 14
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- 1330 -- -- 2660 -- 3990 --
Comment The GMAT test is an exam for entrance into business school in the United States.Full-Time GMAT courses involve 10 academic hours/week of GMAT preparation (Monday-Thursday) and 22 hours/week of Intensive English or iBT TOEFL preparation. This is only for students coming with an F1 student visa.
Dates Starting dates: 01.Sep
Required minimum language level Upper intermediate (B2)
7
GMAT Preparation for International Students, Part Time  / Lessons per week: 10  / Max. group size: 14
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- 500 -- -- 1000 -- 1500 --
Comment The GMAT test is an exam for entrance into business school in the United States.Part-Time GMAT courses consist of 10 academic hours/week of GMAT preparation (Monday-Thursday). Students in this course are not eligible for an I-20 or F1 visa status.
Dates Starting dates: 01.Sep
Required minimum language level Upper intermediate (B2)
8
Holiday Group Courses (14-18 yrs)  / Lessons per week: 15  / Max. group size: 18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- 1820 2405 -- -- -- -- -- --
Comment Price includes homestay costs. This course may sell out before the summer season due to high demand. Available only in the following time frames: June 30 - July 25 (4 weeks)/ July 7 - July 25 (3 weeks)/ August 4 - August 22 (3 weeks)
Dates Starting dates: 30.Jun, 07.Jul, 04.Aug
Required minimum language level Elementary (A2)
9
TOEFL General Course (22)  / Lessons per week: 22  / Max. group size: 14
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ 275 500 750 900 1125 1350 1800 2250 2640 220
Comment Minimum duration 4 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: 07.Jan, 04.Feb, 03.Mar, 31.Mar, 28.Apr, 27.May, 23.Jun, 21.Jul, 18.Aug, 15.Sep, 14.Oct, 10.Nov, 08.Dec
Standard Course times Morning: 9:00  - 11:15
Afternoon: 12:15  - 14:15
Required minimum language level Upper intermediate (B2)
Lesson duration (minutes): 50 minutes
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Note: All courses offered by GEOS, Boston 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.
Inscription fee: 100.00  US $
Individual classes: Individual tuition can only be booked in a whole individual course package.
Prices include: For adult courses: a minimun of one free organized leisure activity per week, For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program, Language level placement at first day of course, Free certificate of course attendance, Wireless LAN zone at school, Internet access, organized activities, tuition
Course material: Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 60 US $.
Exams offered: TOEFL ,  GMAT
Average examination results: iBT N/A at TOEFL
at GMAT
School closed: National holidays in USA:
01.Jan, 21.Jan, 18.Feb, 26.May, 04.Jul, 01.Sep, 13.Oct, 11.Nov, 27.Nov, 25.Dec
And also on the following dates 28.Nov
Languages spoken by school staff (can not be guaranteed by school): Japanese, Chinese, Russian, French, Spanish, English
Languages taught at the school: English
Comments on the school: One-to-one private course inscription fee is US$ 120.

4. Accommodation

All prices in US $ (convert currency)

1
Hostel (dormitory) From 168 US $ week
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2
Homestay //, private room, half board
Minimum stay in weeks: 1   Distance from school: 60 minutes by public transport
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)* One-time fee
(not refundable)
Price US $ 200 800 -- 150
Comment Host families may be farther from school in the summer season. In the summer, only students over 18 are eligible for this option..
Includes: Access to laundry service, Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Single room.
Price extra night: 30 US $
Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
3
Dormitory //, shared room, half board
Minimum stay in weeks: 1   Distance from school: 20 minutes walking
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)* One-time fee
(not refundable)
Price US $ 610 1425 200 150
Comment Limited availability in summer. Single rooms available at a higher price. Direct booking available at www.intlguesthouse.com to avoid GEOS booking fee..
Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Triple room.
Price extra night: 95 US $
Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
4
Homestay //, double room, full Board
 Distance from school: 60 minutes no
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)* One-time fee
(not refundable)
Price US $ 225 900 -- 150
Comment Homestay may be farther in the summer season. This is the only option available to students under 18 in the summer..
Includes: Access to laundry service, Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Double room.
Price extra night: 35 US $
Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
* if stated here, the language school will charge an additional one time fee for booking the accommodation
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? yes
Single room on request
Optional airport transfer: yes, for 100 US $ (one way)
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5. Leisure activities

Leisure activities: activity possible course possible organized by school distance from school
Dancing     1 km
Golf     1 km
Horse riding     0 km
Mountainbiking     0 km
Music     1 km
Sailing     2 km
Skiing     30 km
Squash     0 km
Tennis     0 km
Volleyball     0 km
Windsurfing     0 km
Other leisure options: Soccer, basketball during summer camps.
Examples of social activities
organised by GEOS:
International food day, Coffee Talk, Museum trips.

6. Evaluation

No. of evaluations: 10
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GEOS, Boston, USA
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8. Brochures

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