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EF International Language CenterBoston, USA

200 Lake Street - MA 02135 Boston - see on map
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Price at School 695€
From 661€ per week
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What we like about the school
  • Located in a historic 17-acre campus with stately brick buildings and beautiful grounds.
  • One of the oldest English schools in Boston founded in 1965
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.

Location: EF International Language Center Boston is located in the "Cradle of Modern America", the historic university city of Boston, on the East Coast of the USA. The school is housed in a historic building, on a stately 18-acre campus of beautiful grounds and gardens. Around a 30-minute journey via public transport from Downtown Boston, students of EF Boston have sites such as the Museum of Fine Arts, Fenway Park, Boston Common and the Faneuil Hall Marketplace within easy reach. With Boston at their fingertips, students of EF Boston are sure to create many memorable moments whilst reaching their language goals. The Boston Logan International Airport is within a 50-minute journey via public transport from the school.

School facilities: The school's facilities are exemplary, offering students all they may need to reach their language goals in a comfortable environment. Classrooms have charming modern interiors with state-of-the-art technology, are spacious, and have excellent lighting, offering fantastic opportunities for student engagement. Facilities include a cafeteria, a movie room, a garden, a computer room, a lounge area and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and have ample natural light to ensure an optimal learning environment for all.

Accommodation: EF Boston can supply accommodation in Homestay and Residence facilities.

Social and Cultural: Should students like to take an excursion, EF Boston regularly arranges seasonal ski trips or excursions to New York City.

School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!

EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.

Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.

English Courses

General Language
Business
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress

Our prices for EF International Language Center include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival

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EF International Language Center (EF)

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPACCETSEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at EF International Language Center and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1965
Legal name/parent company
EF Language Colleges Ltd | Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
Abbreviated name of school
EF Boston

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Computer lab

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Table tennis

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Laundry (paid)

  • Guidance for further higher education (paid)

  • Internship placement guidance service (paid)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Halal food offered at the school

    • Private space available to pray and observe Ramadan.
  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 19
    Number of public PC workstations: 75
    Free parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Adapted for blind students

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Elevator available in building; ramp access to front door of school.
Additional comment about facilities of school
Private adult workspace; exercise/yoga room with light equipment; tennis courts and soccer field available at public park across the street; gorgeous front and back lawns.

Student Age

Minimum age of students
16 years

Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center

Lesson duration
40 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 €
Comments about courses

The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:

  • Course literature (for English destinations) for bookings 1-6 weeks long: 55 EUR
  • Course literature (for English destinations) for bookings 7-12 weeks long: 95 EUR
  • Course literature (for non-English destinations) for bookings 1-9 weeks long: 80 EUR
  • Course literature (for non- English destinations) for bookings 10-18 weeks long: 145 EUR

    Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).

    Students must book travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in Boston. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:
  • Two weeks: EUR 85.
  • Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
    Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.

    Accommodation:
  • The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 55 per week.
  • Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
  • Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.

    Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and lessons will fall within the time frames stated depending on availability and time of year.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 120 €. 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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 23 Nov 2024, 24 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Apr 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Jan 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Logan International Airport:
240 € return (both ways)
More details about airports near Boston and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Boston page. For flight comparisons to Boston, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from France can travel and study a language course up to 18 hours a week and for a maximum of 90 days without a full visa. It is just necessary to apply online for an ESTA card (Electronic System for Travel Authorization).
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
South America: 85 €
,
Africa: 85 €
,
Asia: 85 €
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.

Leisure activities

activity possible
Baseball
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Golf
Horse riding
Ice Hockey
Music
Rugby
Sailing
Skiing
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Examples of free activities:
- Sports games on the nearby park's fields, less than a 5-minute walk from the school
- Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows - November through March
- Craft & game nights on campus
- Talk About It Tuesday
- Free Boston walking tour for new students
- Fire Pit with S'mores - April through October

Adults - Paid activities

Examples of excursions and other activities:
- Trip to professional sports games (baseball, hockey, basketball, football) - admission ticket ranges from $25 - $50 and only includes admission to the sporting event; student would pay for cost of food.
- University Walking Tours - Tickets are $20 and schools may include MIT, Harvard, Boston University, and Boston College. Tour is led by EF Staff.
- Day Ski Trip ($190) - See description under Action & Discovery Packs (PLEASE REACH OUT FOR AVAILABILITY)
- Weekend Trip to Washington, D.C. 2 nights / 3 days ($404) - See description under Action & Discovery Packs (PLEASE REACH OUT FOR AVAILABILITY)
- Weekend Trip to Niagara Falls 2 nights / 3 days ($464) - See description under Action & Discovery Packs (PLEASE REACH OUT FOR AVAILABILITY)

Action and Discovery Packs:

Action Pack - Ski Weekend - 2 days and 1 night at one of New England's most popular ski resorts. Includes: 1 night lodging, 2 breakfasts, 2 all-day lift tickets, tour escort, roundtrip motorcoach transportation, taxes, skis/board, poles, and helmet. (APBOI)

Action Pack - Niagara Weekend - Includes: Roundtrip motorcoach transportation, 2 breakfasts, and 2 nights hotel (quad-occupancy). Additional cost of $45 for the Maid of the Mist (a boat that travels below the falls), aquarium, and other Niagara Falls attractions. (AP2BOI)

* Discovery Pack - New York Weekend - Includes: Roundtrip motorcoach transportation, tour guide, walk across the Brooklyn bridge, 2 breakfasts, and 2 nights hotel (quad-occupancy). Additional cost of $25 for Top Of The Rock (observatory on top of building to see beautiful skyline of New York City); Additional cost of $25 for the Harbor Boat Cruise (a boat ride that allows students to get close to the Statue of Liberty, learn more about the city and see Manhattan from the river). (DCPBOI)

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Questions and answers about EF International Language Center

  • Yes, the general course has a minimum age requirement of 16 years old.
    Carlos Eduardo, LanguageCourse.net - May 24, 2023
  • While we don’t have it directly on the campus we do have an outdoor basketball court and also a gym within a couple of minutes walking distance from the campus where students can sign up to use it.
    Francesca Ramsey, Sales & Admissions Consultant, Worldwide Agents from EF International Language Center - Jul 05, 2023

FAQ about EF International Language Center, Boston

  • English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 661 € for Summer Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Logan International Airport ( €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation)
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.

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