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Kaplan International Languages - BerkeleySan Francisco, USA

From 180US$ per week
What we like about the school
  • Optional access to K+ : online platform
  • Students who complete Kaplan’s Higher Intermediate level can use their certificate to gain admission to Berkeley City College.
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
What we dislike about the school
  • Homestays are 45–60 minutes of commute time to the school.
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Location: This school is situated in the city of Berkeley, across the bridge from San Francisco. The city is known for housing the University of California, Berkeley, which is practically opposite the school. The building rests in the Downtown neighbourhood, which is a lively area with bars, shops, theatres and restaurants scattered throughout.

Public transportation: Berkeley has a well connected public transportation system. The school is right on the corner of a fork divide in a busy street, with lots of bus routes to choose from. There is a direct subway service to San Francisco from Downtown Berkeley Train Station, a short walk from the school. This line runs from the north to the south of Berkeley, and down to its neighbouring city, Oakland.

Things to do: The school is overlooked by the Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve. Here students can go on hiking trails or visit attractions around the area such as the University of California Botanical Garden or The Greek Amphitheatre. To visit Alcatraz and the other sights in San Francisco, students can cross the San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge and arrive in the larger of the cities.

Courses: In Kaplan International Languages, Berkeley, the English Courses available for students include general English language courses, private or semi-private packages, TOEFL exam preparation programmes, business supplementary lessons and long term semester programmes.

Further education: There are student advisors at the school who can help students to apply for Berkeley City College or UC Berkeley Extension Programmes. The higher intermediate level certificate, once achieved, can be used as entrance to Berkeley City College.

School chain: Kaplan Inc. is part of Graham Holdings, formerly of the Washington Post Company. A multinational group, Kaplan currently has schools in 9 countries throughout the world and has assisted over a million students in reaching their personal, professional and language goals.

With over 80 years of experience in the field, Kaplan schools are run to the highest of standards and have regularly been recognised with awards from within the Education Sector.

Kaplan is confident in their teaching methods, as is ensured with their "Kaplan Guaranteed Progress".

Kaplan International Languages is accredited by multiple international accreditors, including ACCET, the British Council, English Australia, Languages Canada, English New Zealand and ACELS.
  • Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley operated previously under the name Kaplan International English, Aspect ILA.
  • The language school Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley was founded in San Francisco, USA in 1999.
  • Legal name / parent company: Kaplan Inc.
  • Tax registration ID: 04053877

English Courses

General Language
Private
Business
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley

Comments about courses

Course Supplements:

  • Intensive Upgrade (6 hours / 8 lessons extra per week): USD 120.
  • K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 12 months access once departing from the school: USD 140.
  • K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 3 months access once departing from the school: USD 70.

    Extras:
  • Medical and Travel Insurance with the school: USD 45 per week (for students aged 16-69).
  • University placement service: USD 250 (free for students booking 16+ weeks).
  • Change fee: USD 105 if changes are made after arrival.


    The times are a sample timetable and may change, lessons may vary from morning to afternoon, depending on availability.
Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
200.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 90 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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 05 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 29 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
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 at the school on the first day of the course.

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.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACCETALTOSEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalBPPE
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:15
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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General school facilities

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in most classrooms

    • Heating in most classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 10
    Number of public PC workstations: 10

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 20 years
Throughout the year: 20 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

San Francisco International Airport:
215 US$ one way
430 US$ return (both ways)
More information about airports around San Francisco and how to get from the airport to San Francisco on your own here on our San Francisco page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to USA and attending a language course.
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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
100 US$
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.

Accommodation

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150 Berkeley Square - CA 94704 San Francisco
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FAQ about Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley,

  • The minimum required age for the General English course is 16 years. This is an adult programme. There's no maximum age at the school. Both girls can register for the programme if they are over 16.
    Angela , from languagecourse.net - Feb 23, 2023
  • The minimum required age for the General English course is 16 years. This is an adult programme. There's no maximum age at the school. Both girls can register for the programme if they are over 16.
    Angela , Consultant from languagecourse.net - Feb 23, 2023
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Kaplan varies from 1 students (One-to-One Package (10)) to 15 students (Semi-Intensive English)
  • 100% of teachers at Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley comes from France with a 12% representation, followed by students from China (11%) and Japan (9%).
  • Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 20 for the rest of the year.

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