GEOS, Boston, USA
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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.
Events during which it may be particularly attractive to visit Boston :
Patriot's Day (19.Apr.2010), Independance Day (04.Jul.2010), Halloween (31.Oct.2010)
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General Information on GEOS
The language school GEOS was founded in Boston, USA in 1997. Boston is the capital and the most populous city of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, a state in the United States of America. Founded in 1630, Boston is one of the oldest and most culturally significant cities in the United States. Boston was first settled in the 1600s, and city architecture still reflects its historical roots. Near GEOS, in downtown Boston, you can see a modern skyscraper next to a 300-year-old church. Each year, tourists come from all over the United States to learn about Revolutionary War history. While in Boston, you also can enjoy traditional local foods such as clam chowder, lobster and Boston baked beans.
Click here for a detailed Boston city guideFacilities
8 classrooms, kitchenette, student computers & Wi-Fi Internet (Wireless, student lounge, study and resource materials available, snacks & sodas vending machines, and Fully accessible building.
Accreditations and Quality seals of GEOS, Boston
ACCET, TESOL
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Boston Logan Airport (BOS). 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 | |
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| 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: | 17 years 14 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 1 % China 1 % Germany 1 % France 3 % | Italy 1 % Japan 5 % Korea 29 % Spain 5 % |
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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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 20 | [+] |
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| Price in US $ | 295 | 570 | 855 | 1140 | 1300 | 1560 | 2080 | 2600 | 4600 | 245 |
| Starting dates: | 2010: Every Monday 04.Jan.2010, 01.Feb.2010, 01.Mar.2010, 29.Mar.2010, 26.Apr.2010, 24.May.2010, 21.Jun.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 16.Aug.2010, 13.Sep.2010, 12.Oct.2010, 08.Nov.2010, 06.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 11:30 Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:40 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season dates 28.Jun.2010 - 27.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US $ | 270 | 500 | 750 | 960 | 1200 | 1440 | 1920 | 2400 | 2700 | 225 |
| This course consists of 16 clock hours, therefore no visa is required for nationals under the visa waiver program or students with tourist visa (b1/b2). | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 04.Jan.2010, 01.Feb.2010, 01.Mar.2010, 29.Mar.2010, 26.Apr.2010, 24.May.2010, 21.Jun.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 16.Aug.2010, 13.Sep.2010, 12.Oct.2010, 08.Nov.2010, 06.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 11:30 Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:40 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season dates 28.Jun.2010 - 27.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 20 | [+] |
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| Price in US $ | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1140 | 1300 | 1560 | 2080 | 2600 | 4600 | 245 |
| Minimum duration: 4 weeks with F1 Visa. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 04.Jan.2010, 01.Feb.2010, 01.Mar.2010, 29.Mar.2010, 26.Apr.2010, 24.May.2010, 21.Jun.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 16.Aug.2010, 13.Sep.2010, 12.Oct.2010, 08.Nov.2010, 06.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:30 - 11:30 Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:40 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| High season | High season dates 28.Jun.2010 - 27.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
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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. | |
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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| School's administrative fee: | 100.00 US $ |
| Exams offered: | TOEFL , GMAT |
| Average examination results: | 80 at TOEFL n/a at GMAT |
| School closed: | In 2010 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2010, 18.Jan.2010, 15.Feb.2010, 31.May.2010, 06.Sep.2010, 11.Oct.2010, 25.Nov.2010, 04.Jul.2010, 11.Nov.2010, 25.Dec.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 26.Nov.2010, 24.Dec.2010 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Chinese, Russian, Italian, Spanish, English |
| Comments about courses: | Private lesson inscription fee is US$ 100. |
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Show details of all accommodations | weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in US $ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 250 | 150 |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Homestay may be further away in the summer season. This is the only option available to students under 18 in the summer. Distance from school: 60 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, 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. | ||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in US $ | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 225 | 150 |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Host families may be further from school in the summer season. In the summer, only students over 18 are eligible for this option. Distance from school: 60 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 33 US $ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
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| Single room | on request |
| Optional airport transfer: | Boston: for 150 US $ (one way) |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| 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. | |||
| No. of reviews: | 12 |
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| Overall rating |  3.8/5.0 (Details) |
| City | 4.0/5.0 |
| Organisation | 3.9/5.0 |
| Facilities |  3.4/5.0 |
| Social activities | 3.4/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 4.2/5.0 |
| Value for money | 3.7/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | 3.3/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 4.1/5.0 |
| Other | 3.4/5.0 |
| To see the detailed reviews of former language study participants for GEOS, Boston click here | |
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GEOS, Boston, USA
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