TLA-The Language Academy Fort Lauderdale, USA
- 3 Time Star Award nominee for best language school in North America
- Exceptional location in the Museum of Art Plaza, within walking distance of the central bus terminal and Riverfront entertainment center.
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation4.6
- Excellent rating of student apartments4.5
- Top rated school facilities4.4
- Course material fee is an extra expense every 4 weeks.
Location: TLA-The Language Academy Fort Lauderdale is located in the South Florida city of Fort Lauderdale, USA. The city is renowned for boating, boutiques and The Strip. The school is situated close to many attractions, such as the NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, the Historic Stranahan House Museum, the Esplanade Park, and the Museum of Discovery and Science.
Course selection: The school provides English language courses, available to students of all levels. In addition to General English taught over several schedules and intensities, TLA Fort Lauderdale also provides Business English, Executive English, University Preparation courses, Exam preparation (TOEFL, TOEIC, CAE, CPE, BEC), and English for several specialist subjects such as Law, Finance, Marketing, HR, Aviation, and Oil & Gas.
Accommodation: The school can supply accommodation in local homestay facilities and Beach Area Apartment facilities.
Social and cultural: TLA Fort Lauderdale plans weekly activity and excursion programmes for students to take full advantage of all that Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding area have to offer. Weekend excursions can include trips to the Bahamas, Key West, Disney World and Cape Kennedy. Evening activities can include dining opportunities, various outdoor festivals, art galleries, theatre productions and sports.
Additional information: The school can assist with numerous additional services such as visa assistance, health care, insurance, and airport transfers.
English Courses
General English 19
19 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$320$304 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 640 608 | 960 912 | 1,280 1,216 | 1,600 1,520 | 1,920 1,824 | 2,560 2,432 | 3,200 3,040 | 3,840 3,648 | 3,770 3,582 | 6,960 6,612 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
General English Intensive 27
27 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$475$452 / week More

| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 950 903 | 1,425 1,354 | 1,900 1,805 | 2,375 2,257 | 2,850 2,708 | 3,800 3,610 | 4,750 4,513 | 5,700 5,415 | 5,915 5,620 | 10,920 10,374 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Students who apply for this course must apply for an F1 Student visa.
When applying students must provide copy of passport and a bank statement demonstrating proof of funds as required by US authorities. Payment for the USD 150 registration fee is required before the school issue the form I-20.
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
General English 1717 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$300$285 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 52 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,400 2,280 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,600 3,420 | 3,640 3,458 | 14,560 13,832 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Absolute beginners may be required to take private classes to bring up their level to the A1 standard.
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
General English Part-Time 88 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$175$167 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 350 333 | 525 499 | 700 665 | 875 832 | 1,050 998 | 1,400 1,330 | 1,750 1,663 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,275 2,162 | 4,200 3,990 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Participants who book this course are not eligible for housing services.
This course will take place in the morning or afternoon, based on availability.
- General course schedule
- 1-2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 10:50 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
General English 17 + 10 Individual 27 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$950$903 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,900 1,805 | 2,850 2,708 | 3,800 3,610 | 4,750 4,513 | 5,700 5,415 | 6,650 6,318 | 7,600 7,220 | 9,500 9,025 | 11,400 10,830 | 22,800 21,660 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
To be able to attend the group General English classes, absolute beginners may be required to take private classes to bring up their level to the A2 standard.
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
General English 17 + 5 Individual 22 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$650$618 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,300 1,235 | 1,950 1,853 | 2,600 2,470 | 3,250 3,088 | 3,900 3,705 | 4,550 4,323 | 5,200 4,940 | 6,500 6,175 | 7,800 7,410 | 15,600 14,820 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:20 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
General English Platinum Mini Group 1717 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$630$599 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,260 1,197 | 1,890 1,796 | 2,520 2,394 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,780 3,591 | 4,410 4,190 | 5,040 4,788 | 6,300 5,985 | 7,560 7,182 | 15,120 14,364 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 21 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Junior Program - Hotel Residence (15 to 18 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!15 lessons per week | 20 students (max)Offer!from$1,739$1,696 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 3,475 3,389 | 5,216 5,086 |
Start dates:
2 weeks: 29 Jun, 06 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul
3 weeks: 29 Jun, 06 Jul
Additional fees:
- Extra night: USD 443
- Emergency Medical Insurance: USD 150 per month. - A security deposit of USD 100 is due at check-in and returned at check-out.
Airport transfer fees (one-way):
- Miami International: USD 250
- Fort Lauderdale International: USD 175
- Unaccompanied Minor for students with Airline UM service: USD 400 - Arrivals before 08:00 or Departures after 22:00 fee, per occurrence: USD 25.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Hotel / Hostel, Triple room, Full board on weekdays, half board on weekendsInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30 - Possible course durations
- 2, 3 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Age range:
- 15 - 18 years
Students per class- Maximum: 20 / Average: 14
Lesson duration- 60 min
English for Special Purposes Private10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$1,000$950 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,000 950 | 2,000 1,900 | 3,000 2,850 | 4,000 3,800 | 5,000 4,750 | 6,000 5,700 | 7,000 6,650 | 8,000 7,600 | 9,000 8,550 | 10,000 9,500 | 12,000 11,400 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Exam Preparation Private10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$650$618 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 650 618 | 1,300 1,235 | 1,950 1,853 | 2,600 2,470 | 3,250 3,088 | 3,900 3,705 | 4,550 4,323 | 5,200 4,940 | 5,850 5,558 | 6,500 6,175 | 7,800 7,410 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Executive English Semi-Private Course10 lessons per week | 3 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$500$475 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 500 475 | 1,000 950 | 1,500 1,425 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,500 2,375 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,500 3,325 | 4,000 3,800 | 4,500 4,275 | 5,000 4,750 | 6,000 5,700 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
10 semi-private two-to-one lessons for two to three students of the same level.
Price per person:
General English Private10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$650$618 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 650 618 | 1,300 1,235 | 1,950 1,853 | 2,600 2,470 | 3,250 3,088 | 3,900 3,705 | 4,550 4,323 | 5,200 4,940 | 5,850 5,558 | 6,500 6,175 | 7,800 7,410 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
General English Semi-Private Course10 lessons per week | 3 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$500$475 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 500 475 | 1,000 950 | 1,500 1,425 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,500 2,375 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,500 3,325 | 4,000 3,800 | 4,500 4,275 | 5,000 4,750 | 6,000 5,700 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
10 semi-private two-to-one lessons for two or three students of the same level.
Price per person:
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 3 / Average: 2
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Executive English 1717 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$725$689 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,500 1,425 | 2,200 2,090 | 2,900 2,755 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,300 4,085 | 5,000 4,750 | 5,700 5,415 | 7,100 6,745 | 8,500 8,075 | 16,900 16,055 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 21 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Executive Plus (Mini Group 17 + 5 Private Lessons)22 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$1,350$1,283 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,700 2,565 | 4,050 3,848 | 5,400 5,130 | 6,750 6,413 | 8,100 7,695 | 9,450 8,978 | 10,800 10,260 | 13,500 12,825 | 16,200 15,390 | 32,400 30,780 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This course is 17 group lessons plus 5 private lessons per week.
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 14:50 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 21 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Super Executive (Mini Group 17 + 10 Private Lessons)27 lessons per week | 5 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$1,800$1,710 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 3,600 3,420 | 5,400 5,130 | 7,200 6,840 | 9,000 8,550 | 10,800 10,260 | 12,600 11,970 | 14,400 13,680 | 18,000 17,100 | 21,600 20,520 | 43,200 41,040 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:30 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 21 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Executive English Private10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$650$618 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 650 618 | 1,300 1,235 | 1,950 1,853 | 2,600 2,470 | 3,250 3,088 | 3,900 3,705 | 4,550 4,323 | 5,200 4,940 | 5,850 5,558 | 6,500 6,175 | 7,800 7,410 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 21 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
English for Special Purposes 1717 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$700$665 / week More
| Weeks | 2 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,400 1,330 |
- Starting dates
- Every first Monday of month
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40 - Possible course durations
- 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 21 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
TOEFL Exam Preparation 17
17 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$700$665 / week More

| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 700 665 | 1,400 1,330 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,800 2,660 |
- Starting dates
- Every first Monday of month
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:15 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam fee
- 400 US$
CAE Preparation Course 17
17 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$700$665 / week More

| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,800 2,660 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 13 Apr 2026
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 09 May 2026
- Exam fee
- 400 US$
Summer CAE Preparation Course 17
For the summer, only limited places left!17 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$700$665 / week More

| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,800 2,660 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 08 Jun 2026
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 04 Jul 2026
- Exam fee
- 400 US$
CPE Preparation Course 17
17 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$700$665 / week More

| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,800 2,660 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 18 May 2026
F1 student visa is required.
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 12 Jun 2026
- Exam fee
- 400 US$
Summer CPE Preparation Course 17
For the summer, only limited places left!17 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from$700$665 / week More

| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,800 2,660 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 08 Jun 2026
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:45 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam fee
- 400 US$
Our prices for TLA-The Language Academy include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
Student opinions about TLA-The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale
TLA-The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale
The atmosphere and environment and students were so friendly.
8 weeks of fun.
already looking forward to next year with another 8 weeks :)”
- For everybody staying over 4 weeks: buy an American cell!”
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TLA-The Language Academy (TILA)
“Our city is beautiful,safe, English-speaking with a high qualify of life,an exciting cultural life,top beaches and entertainment opportunities. ”
- English teacher qualifications
- 70% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 45% male / 55% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at TLA-The Language Academy.
- Year of school foundation
- 1998
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Kitchen for student use
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Lounge
Garden
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with organizing transportation
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 18
- Number of public PC workstations: 10
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Accessible Toilet
Disabled car park
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 20% |
| Switzerland | 15% |
| Italy | 12% |
| France | 10% |
| Germany | 10% |
| Chile | 5% |
| Venezuela | 5% |
| Spain | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | 5% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| Korea | 2% |
| Japan | 2% |
| China | 2% |
| Sweden | 2% |
| Netherlands | 1% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 5% |
| 18-24 years | 20% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 25% |
| >50 years | 20% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 175Adult courses - Throughout the year: 100Junior courses - In summer: 150Junior courses - Throughout the year: 200
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years14 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 5Adult courses Throughout the year: 5Junior courses In summer: 5Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
- Average age of students
- In summer: 20 yearsThroughout the year: 35 years
Information for all courses offered by TLA-The Language Academy
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $150
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. Course material costs are approximately $45 per month.
- Comments about courses
Absolute beginners are required to attend private classes until they can reach the A1 Beginner Level.
Private lessons are 50 minutes.
Please note that if Monday is a national or school Holiday, courses will start on the next business day.
TLA reserves the right to cancel a course at any time without notice and replace the group classes with private teaching at the ratio of: 5 group lessons = 1 private one-to-one lesson.
Additional services:- Medical insurance fee: USD 150/every 4-week period.
- Change of status administrative fee: USD 400.
Administrative I-20 Issuance fee: USD 150. - Administrative I-20 amendment fee (after second change): USD 50.
- Medical insurance fee: USD 150/every 4-week period.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 65 US$. 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.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 25 May 2026, 19 Jun 2026, 03 Jul 2026, 04 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 26 Nov 2026, 27 Nov 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 25 Dec 2026, 31 Dec 2026.School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Airport transfer
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
- $150 one way
$300 return (both ways) - Miami International Airport:
- $200 one way
$400 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Jazz Festival Each Month.
- Beaches.
- Parks.
- Museum visit the first Thursday of each month.
Adults - Paid activities
- - Orlando.
- Fort Lauderdale canals cruise.
- Key West.
- the Bahamas.
- National park of the Everglades.
- NASA Kennedy Space Centre Cape Canaveral. Junior - Free activities
- Junior programs include half-day excursions to:
- Miami.
- Everglades.
- Palm Beach, etc. Junior - Paid activities
- No optional activities offered to Junior programmes. The programme include a full schedule of organised, supervised activities and excursions.
Accommodation
Homestay
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from
$350/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | -- | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special Dietary requirements (gluten-free, vegetarian, lactose free): USD 10 per day.
Vegan, Halal and Kosher options are not available.
- Check-in
- Sunday 15:00-23:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 11:00-13:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Price extra night
- $50 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 65
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
11 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$525/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | -- | 1050 | 1575 | 2100 | 2625 | 3150 | 3675 | 4200 | 5250 | 6300 | 525 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special Dietary requirements (gluten-free, vegetarian, lactose free): USD 10 per day.
Vegan, Halal and Kosher options are not available.
- Check-in
- Sunday 15:00-23:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 11:00-13:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Price extra night
- $75 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Optional at 105US$
- Average distance from school
- 16 minutes by public transport (average reported by 8 former students).
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 65
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
11 ratings Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
$420/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | -- | 840 | 1260 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 15:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 11:00-13:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Price extra night
- $60 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 21
- Maximum age of students
- 65
Beach Area Apartment - Efficiency
1 rating Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
$840/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 840 | 1680 | 2520 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 5880 | 6720 | 8400 | 10080 | 840 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-23:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 11:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Price extra night
- $120 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 30 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Dates
- High season dates: 01 Jan 2026 - 03 May 2026, 26 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 140 US$
Beach Area Apartment - Efficiency
1 rating Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
from
$850/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 850 | 1700 | 2550 | 3400 | 4250 | 5100 | 5950 | 6800 | 8500 | 10200 | 850 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per room
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-23:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 11:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Price extra night
- $130 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 30 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Dates
- High season dates: 01 Jan 2026 - 03 May 2026, 26 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 140 US$
Beach Area Apartment - One Bedroom Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
$1,120/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 1120 | 2240 | 3360 | 4480 | 5600 | 6720 | 7840 | 8960 | 11200 | 13440 | 1120 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-23:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 11:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Price extra night
- $160 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 30 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Dates
- High season dates: 01 Jan 2026 - 03 May 2026, 26 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 140 US$
Beach Area Apartment - One Bedroom Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
from
$1,130/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 1130 | 2260 | 3390 | 4520 | 5650 | 6780 | 7910 | 9040 | 11300 | 13560 | 1130 | 50 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per room
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-23:00
- Check-out
- Sunday 11:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50US$.
- Price extra night
- $170 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 30 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Dates
- High season dates: 01 Jan 2026 - 03 May 2026, 26 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 140 US$
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Questions and answers about TLA-The Language Academy
Should I bring a tablet or similar device so that I can make the most of the course materials?
Does TLA offer group lessons online?
Is possible to start the course on any date?
I am from Kyrgyzstan. Can I apply for this language school?
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Can I book a 10-week course as an absolute beginner?
If you have a beginner level A1 or A2, then you can join the group classes without having to take those private lessons beforehand.”
Is it possible to see the house of the host family?
I am interested in booking a 4-weeks part-time course in Fort Lauderdale, including accommodation. Could you please tell me what the options are?
Is General English a SEVP certified course?
How long does it take to get the study visa approved to come and be able to take the course?
How long does it take to get the study visa approved to come and be able to take the course?
To qualify for a student visa, students must be enrolled in a full-time course of studies - 18 hours of tuition or more per week, for at least 4 weeks.
You will need to apply in person at the US embassy in your country. Once the school has confirmed the course, the visa process will take approximately 4 weeks (the delay may vary from country to country).”
FAQ about TLA-The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale
How long do private lessons last?
Is TLA just for adults?
How many hours per week do I have to study to get an I-20 so I can apply for an F1 visa?
What is the number of students per class at The Language Academy?
Which countries are students of TLA-The Language Academy from?
TLA-The Language Academy offers courses for which ages?
Terms of TLA-The Language Academy
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school




- Legal name/parent company
- The Language Academy, Inc. | Tax registration ID: 65-0818831
Visa Documents
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 150 US$
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- Europe: $100,South America: $150,Africa: $150,Oceania: $150,Asia: $150
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.















This GEA2 course requires F1 student visa. When applying for this course, students must provide a copy of their passport and a bank statement demonstrating proof of funds as required by US authorities. Payment for the USD 150 registration fee is required before the school issues the form I-20.