What we like about the school
- Excellent rating of student apartments
- Rooftop terrace
LSI - Language Studies International
The language school LSI - Language Studies International was founded in Boston, USA in 1995. The school is located on the borders of Chinatown and the Theater and Financial Districts. It is well connected by bus, subway and train stations.
The school address is: 105 Beach Street, 02111 - Boston, USA (see on map)
Accreditations and Quality seals
School Size:
Facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Games room
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms:
9Number of public PC workstations:
15Prices include
- Internet access and use of school computers
- Wireless LAN zone at school
- Free certificate of course attendance
- Language level placement test at first day of classes
- For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by qualified consultant
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by qualified consultant
Course material:
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 130
- Adult courses throughout the year: 75
- Junior courses in summer: 15
Average age of students
- in summer: 25 years
- throughout the year: 28 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 6
- Adult courses throughout the year: 6
- Junior courses in summer: 1
Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- 12 years for specific Junior courses
English teacher qualifications
- 100 % hold a university degree
- 60 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
20
11
10
5
8
9
4
Optional airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Logan International (BOS).
Logan International Airport:110 US$ pick up
210 US$ return (both ways)
Days without class
In 2018 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2018, 15.Jan.2018, 19.Feb.2018, 30.Mar.2018, 02.Apr.2018, 28.May.2018, 04.Jul.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 08.Oct.2018, 22.Nov.2018, 23.Nov.2018, 22.Dec.2018 - 31.Dec.2018.
In 2019 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2019, 21.Jan.2019, 18.Feb.2019, 19.Apr.2019, 22.Apr.2019, 27.May.2019, 04.Jul.2019, 02.Sep.2019, 14.Oct.2019, 11.Nov.2019, 28.Nov.2019, 29.Nov.2019, 21.Dec.2019 - 29.Dec.2019.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Group classes not.
English Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 465 442 | 930 884 | 1395 1326 | 1680 1596 | 2520 2394 | 3360 3192 | 4200 3990 | 6400 6080 | 8000 7600 | 8280 7866 | 345 328 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 12.Mar.2018, 21.May.2018, 30.Jul.2018, 08.Oct.2018, 02.Jan.2019, 11.Mar.2019, 20.May.2019, 29.Jul.2019, 07.Oct.2019
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 12.Mar.2018, 21.May.2018, 30.Jul.2018, 08.Oct.2018, 02.Jan.2019, 11.Mar.2019, 20.May.2019, 29.Jul.2019, 07.Oct.2019
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05
Morning: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 20 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 360 342 | 720 684 | 1080 1026 | 1360 1292 | 2040 1938 | 2720 2584 | 3400 3230 | 5120 4864 | 6400 6080 | 7080 6726 | 295 281 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 12.Mar.2018, 21.May.2018, 30.Jul.2018, 08.Oct.2018, 02.Jan.2019, 11.Mar.2019, 20.May.2019, 29.Jul.2019, 07.Oct.2019
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 12.Mar.2018, 21.May.2018, 30.Jul.2018, 08.Oct.2018, 02.Jan.2019, 11.Mar.2019, 20.May.2019, 29.Jul.2019, 07.Oct.2019
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:10 - 12:50
Morning: 9:10 - 12:50
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 1600 1520 | 3200 3040 | 4800 4560 | 6400 6080 | 8000 7600 | 9600 9120 | 11200 10640 | 12800 12160 | 16000 15200 | 19200 18240 | 1600 1520 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:10 - 12:50
Morning: 9:10 - 12:50
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 2400 2280 | 4800 4560 | 7200 6840 | 9600 9120 | 12000 11400 | 14400 13680 | 16800 15960 | 19200 18240 | 24000 22800 | 28800 27360 | 2400 2280 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05
Morning: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 3200 3040 | 6400 6080 | 9600 9120 | 12800 12160 | 16000 15200 | 19200 18240 | 22400 21280 | 25600 24320 | 32000 30400 | 38400 36480 | 3200 3040 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
8 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:55
Morning: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:55
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 16
1263 US$ per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 1295 1263 | 2590 2526 | 3885 3788 | 5180 5051 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast & lunch & dinner
This program includes afternoon activites and weekend excursions.
12 years olds only accepted if accompanied by their parents. Unaccompanied minors must book airport transfer.
Insurance: USD 25 per week.
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast & lunch & dinner
This program includes afternoon activites and weekend excursions.
12 years olds only accepted if accompanied by their parents. Unaccompanied minors must book airport transfer.
Insurance: USD 25 per week.
Starting dates
2018: 01.Jul.2018, 08.Jul.2018, 15.Jul.2018, 22.Jul.2018.
2019: 30.Jun.2019, 07.Jul.2019, 14.Jul.2019, 21.Jul.2019.
2019: 30.Jun.2019, 07.Jul.2019, 14.Jul.2019, 21.Jul.2019.
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 16
376 US$ per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 395 376 | 790 751 | 1185 1126 | 1580 1501 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
English tuition only.
Starting dates
2018: 01.Jul.2018, 08.Jul.2018, 15.Jul.2018, 22.Jul.2018.
2019: 01.Jul.2019, 08.Jul.2019, 15.Jul.2019, 22.Jul.2019.
2019: 01.Jul.2019, 08.Jul.2019, 15.Jul.2019, 22.Jul.2019.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 880 836 | 1720 1634 | 2535 2409 | 3320 3154 | 4150 3943 | 4980 4731 | 5810 5520 | 6640 6308 | 8300 7885 | 9960 9462 | 830 789 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:10 - 12:50
Morning: 9:10 - 12:50
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 1300 1235 | 2540 2413 | 3705 3520 | 4820 4579 | 6025 5724 | 7230 6869 | 8435 8014 | 9640 9158 | 12050 11448 | 14460 13737 | 1205 1145 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05
Morning: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 465 442 | 930 884 | 1395 1326 | 1680 1596 | 2520 2394 | 3360 3192 | 4200 3990 | 4920 4674 | 6400 6080 | 8000 7600 | 9200 8740 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
General English + 10 lessons of TOEFL exam preparation per week. The school does not offer the exam itself though they can help students register.
Starting dates
Every first Monday of month .
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 12.Mar.2018, 21.May.2018, 30.Jul.2018, 08.Oct.2018, 02.Jan.2019, 11.Mar.2019, 20.May.2019, 29.Jul.2019, 07.Oct.2019
Absolute beginners start on: 02.Jan.2018, 12.Mar.2018, 21.May.2018, 30.Jul.2018, 08.Oct.2018, 02.Jan.2019, 11.Mar.2019, 20.May.2019, 29.Jul.2019, 07.Oct.2019
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05
Morning: 9:10 - 12:50
Afternoon: 13:50 - 16:05
Note: All courses offered by LSI - Language Studies International, Boston can be reserved 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: 50 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 80 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Accommodation
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2205 | 2450 | 2695 | 2940 | 245 | 90 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Christmas supplement: US$55 per week.
Price extra night:
55 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 16
Dates
High season dates 17.Jun.2018 - 26.Aug.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 US$ Only limited places left for the summer months!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
5 reviews
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
305 US$ per week
Less
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 305 | 610 | 915 | 1220 | 1525 | 1830 | 2135 | 2440 | 2745 | 3050 | 3355 | 3660 | 305 | 90 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Christmas Supplement: USD 55
Price extra night:
60 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 16
Dates
High season dates 17.Jun.2018 - 26.Aug.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 US$ This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & 1 meal
455 US$ per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 455 | 910 | 1365 | 1820 | 2275 | 2730 | 3185 | 3640 | 4095 | 4550 | 5005 | 5460 | 455 | 200 | 90 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Rooms are shared with 2-4 other students.
Private Bathroom in selected rooms. Others are semi-private.
Late fees for late night check-ins and late departures may apply.
A US$400 deposit for all residence requests is due in advance at the time of booking, before the residence can be reserved. This deposit will be used towards payment of the residence fees, or toward payment of cancellation fees in case of cancellation.
A US$200 refundable Room & key deposit is collected by the residence upon arrival, payable in cash only.
Private Bathroom in selected rooms. Others are semi-private.
Late fees for late night check-ins and late departures may apply.
A US$400 deposit for all residence requests is due in advance at the time of booking, before the residence can be reserved. This deposit will be used towards payment of the residence fees, or toward payment of cancellation fees in case of cancellation.
A US$200 refundable Room & key deposit is collected by the residence upon arrival, payable in cash only.
Price extra night:
95 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Shared room (multiple beds).
Distance from school:
25 minutes walking
Includes:
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 16
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Double room, No meals
325 US$ per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 325 | 650 | 975 | 1300 | 1625 | 1950 | 2275 | 2600 | 2925 | 3250 | 3575 | 3900 | 325 | 200 | 90 |
Prices 2019
Prices 2018
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
The USD 200 refundable security deposit is collected by the residence upon arrival, payable in cash only.
In addition, a deposit of USD 400 is due in advance at the time of the booking. This deposit will be used to pay the residence fees, or cancellation fees, if necessary. No extra nights bookable.
In addition, a deposit of USD 400 is due in advance at the time of the booking. This deposit will be used to pay the residence fees, or cancellation fees, if necessary. No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Double room.
Distance from school:
25 minutes by public transport
Includes:
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Homestay:
Christmas supplement: USD 55 per week.
Christmas supplement: USD 55 per week.
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | |
| Baseball | | |
| Basketball | | |
| Cooking | | |
| Dancing | | 3 km |
| Field Hockey | | |
| Football (soccer) | | |
| Golf | | 18 km |
| Horse riding | | |
| Ice Hockey | | |
| Mountainbiking | | |
| Music | | 5 km |
| Rugby | | |
| Sailing | | 14 km |
| Skiing | | |
| Squash | | |
| Swimming | | |
| Table Tennis | | |
| Tennis | | 5 km |
| Volleyball | | |
| Yoga | |
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Reviews
3.7/5.0
Overall rating
15 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usCity
4.5/5.0
Organisation
3.7/5.0
Facilities
3.5/5.0
Social activities
3.7/5.0
Course quality / Progress in language
4.1/5.0
Value for money
3.5/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.4/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0/5.0
Other
4.5/5.0
Students liked about LSI - Language Studies International, Boston
Yaju32 years - Taiwan
“Variety of school activities”
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
3.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Other
4.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: ask Jay and he'll help you to enjoy the Boston Life!!
Other comments: Good teachers and friendly environment!I'm glad I chose this school for my English studying :)))
Carolin22 years - Germany
“The lessons, the people”
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
3.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
1.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: In Boston: Red Sox, Whale Watching
Gonzalo21 years - Spain
“The teachers”
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
3.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.0/5.0
Marisol21 years - Mexico
“Everything”
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Other
5.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Other comments: Rubén de Haro, excellent advisor, super team, congratulations, recommended 100%
Claudia41 years - Italy
“Activity”
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
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