TLA-The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale, USA

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General Information on TLA-The Language Academy

Facilities

Kitchen for student use, microwave for student use, fridge for student use, cafeteria, computer lab, lounge, library, student support desk, free coffee, free water dispenser, free WIFI

Classroom equipment

Air conditioning, heating, ample natural light in all classrooms.
TV in some classrooms.

Accreditations and Quality seals of TLA-The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is FLL Fort Lauderdale.  It takes 10 minutes by 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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General Intensive English (GE B)
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 14
363 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Required F1 Visa.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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General English 1 (GE A1)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
225 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in US$	--	480	690	900	1110	1320	1530	1740	2160	2580	210
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:30  - 17:10
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

3

St. Thomas University Junior Program
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
1150 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in US$	--	2300	3450	4600	5750	6330	--	--	--	--	--
It includes: English course, residencial accomodation (twin room, 19 meals a week, material, certificate, excursions.
Starting dates	2013: 30.Jun.2013, 07.Jul.2013, 14.Jul.2013, 21.Jul.2013, 28.Jul.2013, 04.Aug.2013.
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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GE + Private Lessons (GEC)
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
575 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Starting dates	Every Day .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:30  - 17:10
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

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Executive English (EX)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 5
900 US$ per week

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Price in US$	900	1800	2700	3600	4500	5400	--	--	--	--	--
Start dates every first and third Monday of each month.
Starting dates	2013: 07.Jan.2013, 21.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 18.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 18.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 15.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 20.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 19.Aug.2013, 03.Sep.2013, 16.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 21.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 18.Nov.2013, 02.Dec.2013, 16.Dec.2013.
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:40
Required minimum language level	Advanced (C1)

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Private Executive Classes (EX)
Lessons per week: 10  | Max. group size: 1
800 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Day .
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)

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TOEFL Preparation (TP)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
250 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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TLA is an official iBT TOEFL test center. Minimum course duration: 4 weeks. Textbook and materials fee: US$75. The TOEFL test fee (credit card required) is payable directly to ETS Corporation. Also available Cambridge FCE and CAE. Upon request.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:40
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)

Note: All courses offered by TLA-The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale 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
School's administrative fee:	125.00  US$
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 65 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:	Cambridge First ,  Cambridge Advanced ,  TOEIC ,  IELTS ,  BEC
Average examination results:	PASS A at Cambridge First PASS A at Cambridge Advanced
Language school closed:	In 2013 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2013, 29.Mar.2013, 27.May.2013, 04.Jul.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 28.Nov.2013, 29.Nov.2013, 24.Dec.2013, 25.Dec.2013, 31.Dec.2013
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Italian, French, Spanish, English, Portuguese
Comments about courses:	Absolute beginners are required to attend private classes until they can reach the A1 Beginner Level. TLA reserves the right to replace group classes with private classes at a 5:1 ratio.

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Homestay
Double room, Half board  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1188 US$ per month

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Price in US$	--	572	880	1188	308	200
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 20 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 44 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Homestay
Single room, Half board  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1350 US$ per month

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Price in US$	--	650	1000	1350	350	200
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 20 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, Half board, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 50 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Homestay
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 945 US$ per month

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Price in US$	--	455	700	945	245	200
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 20 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 35 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Efficiency apartment
Single room, No meals
500 US$ per week

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Price in US$	500	1000	1500	2000	500	200
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday Price per person Second occupant pays US$10/night. Double occupancy only available to students travelling together. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 70 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	High season dates 01.Jan.2013 - 02.Jun.2013, 27.Oct.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
High season	High season supplement per day: 90 US$ High season supplement per week: 270 US$

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One-Bedroom Apartment
Single room, No meals
650 US$ per week

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Price in US$	650	1300	1950	2600	650	200
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday Price per person An apartment with a living room, a separate bedroom, a bathroom and a full kitchen. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Kitchen, Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable.
Dates	High season dates 01.Jan.2013 - 02.Jun.2013, 27.Oct.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
High season	High season supplement per day: 120 US$ High season supplement per week: 220 US$

Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	no
Single room	on request
Optional airport transfer:	Miami International (MIA): for 190 US$ (one way) Taxi costs about 150 US$ to the city center Fort Lauderdale / Hollywood International (FLL): for 90 US$ (one way) Taxi costs about 30 US$ to the city center

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