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Kaplan International LanguagesChicago, USA

From 180US$ per week
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating of Kaplan International Languages, Chicago
Ranked #1 of 3 English schools in Chicago
School
Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Facilities
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Social activities
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Organisation
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

What we like about the school
  • Optional access to K+ : online platform
  • Situated only a short walk from the Chicago River and the popular summer spot of Oak Street Beach.
  • Chicago is one of the top destinations our students liked most
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: This school is located in the River North neighbourhood of Chicago. This is north of the Chicago River from the city centre. This old Industrial centre of the city has been transformed into a high-end part of the city. There are luxury eateries, fancy cocktail bars and classy nighclubs found in this section of Chicago.

Local transportation: The city centre is 15 minutes by bus from the school. Chicago has a well connected metro system that runs throughout the city. The closest station to the school is Grand Metro, which is a short walk from the main entrance. This is a red line station, and this goes right through the heart of the city.

City features: The school is a few roads from the Riverfront. This side of the river has some interesting attractions including Ohio Street Beach, some prominent museums such as the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and Lincoln Park. The majority of these features are walkable from the school. Lincoln Park is 20 minutes by public transportation. All the major features of Chicago, such as The Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are reachable by public transportation in under halñf an hour from the school.

Course structure: General English courses, exam preparation courses for the GMAT, GRE and TOEFL exam, individual classes, semi-private packages, semester courses and a business programme are all available at the school.

School facilities: The classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards. Students have access to a computer lab, a library, student lounge and wifi.
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 operated previously under the name Kaplan International English, Aspect ILA.
  • The language school Kaplan International Languages was founded in Chicago, USA in 2006.
  • 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

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.

    Orientation starts every Monday at 10:30.
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
Note: All courses offered by Kaplan International, Chicago can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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Kaplan International Languages

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACCETALTOSEVP
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 10:30
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 and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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General school facilities

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Free WIFI

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

  • Classroom equipment

    • Air conditioning in most classrooms

    • Heating in most classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 17
    Number of public PC workstations: 32

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students
16 years
Average age of students
Throughout the year: 23 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

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$

Accommodation

Ratings of Kaplan International Languages compared to ratings of all schools in USA

 Kaplan International Languages ChicagoAverage of all other schools in USA
Overall school rating5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Homestay0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Student opinions about Kaplan International Languages, Chicago

Liked
Good place and great environment to improve my english level
Disliked
Everything was ok.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: General English - 6 weeks
29. Jan. 2024

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444 North Michigan Avenue - IL 60611 Chicago
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Questions and answers about Kaplan International Languages

  • Unfortunately, we don’t offer any kind of tuition for kids so young, our range starts with 14-year-olds children in our summer camps.
    Laura Cardenal Gamito, Client Service Executive from Kaplan International Languages - Jan 19, 2022
  • Please note student cannot make use of accommodation option if they are not actively enrolled to one of our courses.
    Ivana Boyanska, B2B Global Sales Executive from Kaplan International Languages - May 19, 2023
  • Yes, the intensive course would be suitable and the school can issue the I-20 for this course.
    Carlos Eduardo, LanguageCourse.net - Aug 16, 2023

FAQ about Kaplan International Languages,

  • English courses at Kaplan International start at 180 US$ for Two-to-One Semi Private Lessons (3) course with 3 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Kaplan
  • 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 hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Kaplan International Languages comes from Saudi Arabia with a 36% representation, followed by students from Japan (24%) and Turkey (14%).

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