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IELTS Exam Preparation Courses in the USA from $159 for 1 Week
The International English Language Test is a well-established English exam, popular for University entry or as a job requirement. Students can take the exam at any time. For this reason, the course duration and start dates are flexible, mostly starting every Monday. Students can take the course in the USA until they are ready for the exam.
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Honolulu
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXSIncludes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,540 |
| $2,413 |
Includes accommodation
San Diego, Downtown San Diego/ Gaslamp
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXXLIELTS Preparation Course
Max. 10 students per class
20 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $535 |
| $517 |
IELTS Exam Preparation 30
Max. 16 students per class
30 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course will help you to prepare for this examination, which is recognised in most English speaking countries, though not in the USA and Canada. It consists of 20 general English lessons plus 10 dedicated to exam practise and study skills.
Recommended start dates: First Monday of Jan, Apr and Sep.
Exams are provided by third parties. For exam prices & test-centre locations, please contact us.
| Offer! | $785 |
| $755 |
IELTS Exam Preparation 30
Max. 16 students per class
30 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Recommended start dates: First Monday of January, April and September.
| Offer! | $845 |
| $812 |
Los Angeles
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXSIncludes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,540 |
| $2,413 |
Includes accommodation
IELTS Exam Preparation 30
Max. 16 students per class
30 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Recommended start dates: First Monday of January, April and September.
| Offer! | $815 |
| $784 |
Chicago
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXSIncludes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,540 |
| $2,413 |
Includes accommodation
Standard 12 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
18 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $485 |
| $469 |
Standard 15 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
21 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $520 |
| $502 |
Intensive 18 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
24 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $560 |
| $540 |
Intensive 21 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
27 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $585 |
| $564 |
Super Intensive 27 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
33 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $695 |
| $668 |
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,395 |
| $2,276 |
Includes accommodation
Boston, Downtown Boston-South Station
ADULTS only
SizeMIELTS Exam Preparation 30
Max. 16 students per class
30 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $785 |
| $755 |
Mini Group 20 - IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 5 students per class
20 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $1,315 |
| $1,259 |
Mini Group 30 - IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 5 students per class
30 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $1,845 |
| $1,762 |
Semi-Intensive English Course + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 15 students per class
35 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Materials fee: USD 150 per course level.
| Offer! | $735 |
| $709 |
IELTS Exam Preparation Morning 18
Max. 10 students per class
18 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $553 |
| $536 |
IELTS Exam Preparation Morning 20
Max. 10 students per class
20 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $553 |
| $536 |
IELTS Exam Preparation Afternoon 20
Max. 10 students per class
20 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $553 |
| $536 |
IELTS Exam Preparation Afternoon 18
Max. 10 students per class
18 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $553 |
| $536 |
IELTS Exam Preparation Semi-Intensive 23
Max. 10 students per class
23 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $626 |
| $605 |
IELTS Exam Preparation Intensive 27
Max. 10 students per class
27 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $677 |
| $654 |
IELTS Exam Preparation Super-Intensive 36
Max. 10 students per class
36 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $758 |
| $731 |
Standard 12 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
18 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 18 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $485 |
| $469 |
Standard 15 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
21 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 21 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $520 |
| $502 |
Intensive 18 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
24 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 24 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $560 |
| $540 |
Intensive 21 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
27 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 27 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $585 |
| $564 |
Super Intensive 27 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
33 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 33 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $695 |
| $668 |
Orlando
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXSIncludes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,540 |
| $2,413 |
Includes accommodation
San Francisco
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXSIncludes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,630 |
| $2,499 |
Includes accommodation
Boston
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXSIncludes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,540 |
| $2,413 |
Includes accommodation
Miami
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXSIncludes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,540 |
| $2,413 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,540 |
| $2,413 |
Includes accommodation
Standard 12 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
18 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 18 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $485 |
| $469 |
Standard 15 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
21 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 21 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $520 |
| $502 |
Intensive 18 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
24 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 24 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $560 |
| $540 |
Intensive 21 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
27 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 27 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $585 |
| $564 |
Super Intensive 27 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
33 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
This course includes 33 lessons per week.
| Offer! | $695 |
| $668 |
Online IELTS Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
15 lessons per week (45 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Morning IELTS Preparation Program
Max. 25 students per class
18 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $700 |
| $683 |
Standard 12 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 12 students per class
18 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $485 |
| $469 |
Standard 15 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 12 students per class
21 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $520 |
| $502 |
Intensive 18 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 12 students per class
24 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $560 |
| $540 |
Intensive 21 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 12 students per class
27 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $585 |
| $564 |
Super Intensive 27 + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 12 students per class
33 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $695 |
| $668 |
New York
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
JUNIORS & ADULTS
SizeXSIncludes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,630 |
| $2,499 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,335 |
| $2,219 |
Includes accommodation
IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 15 students per class
15 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Materials fee: USD 100 per course level.
| Offer! | $535 |
| $519 |
Semi-Intensive English Course + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 15 students per class
35 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Materials fee: USD 150 per course level.
| Offer! | $715 |
| $690 |
IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 15 students per class
15 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $555 |
| $538 |
Semi-Intensive English Course + IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 15 students per class
35 lessons per week (50 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $735 |
| $709 |
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,510 |
| $2,385 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,510 |
| $2,385 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,620 |
| $2,489 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,510 |
| $2,385 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,510 |
| $2,385 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,395 |
| $2,276 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,510 |
| $2,385 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,510 |
| $2,385 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,510 |
| $2,385 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 25
Max. 1 students per class
25 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,510 |
| $2,385 |
Includes accommodation
English + IELTS Preparation (SPIN Only)
Max. 17 students per class
32 lessons per week (40 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
The IELTS certificate is accepted as proof of language proficiency in many academic, professional and government organizations and can be used for admission to universities and students visas in many English-speaking countries.
The course aims to improve the students' general language skills and to familiarise them with the format and contents of the examination.
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English lessons + 10 special interest lessons (SPIN) focusing on IELTS exam skills + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
| Offer! | €595 |
| €573 |
| ≈ $665 |
English + IELTS Preparation (SPIN Only) + Accommodation
Max. 17 students per class
32 lessons per week (40 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
The IELTS certificate is accepted as proof of language proficiency in many academic, professional and government organizations and can be used for admission to universities and students visas in many English-speaking countries.
The course aims to improve the students' general language skills and to familiarise them with the format and contents of the examination.
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English lessons + 10 special interest lessons (SPIN) focusing on IELTS exam skills + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
| Offer! | €790 |
| €774 |
| ≈ $898 |
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Designed for anybody planning to take an official English exam, such as IELTS, TOELF or TOEIC.
| Offer! | $2,650 |
| $2,518 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Designed for anybody planning to take an official English exam, such as IELTS, TOELF or TOEIC.
| Offer! | $2,650 |
| $2,518 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Designed for anybody planning to take an official English exam, such as IELTS, TOELF or TOEIC.
| Offer! | $2,335 |
| $2,219 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Designed for anybody planning to take an official English exam, such as IELTS, TOELF or TOEIC.
| Offer! | $2,650 |
| $2,518 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Designed for anybody planning to take an official English exam, such as IELTS, TOELF or TOEIC.
| Offer! | $2,335 |
| $2,219 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Designed for anybody planning to take an official English exam, such as IELTS, TOELF or TOEIC.
| Offer! | $2,650 |
| $2,518 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,335 |
| $2,219 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,335 |
| $2,219 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,650 |
| $2,518 |
Includes accommodation
Includes accommodation in home of teacher. Private 1:1 classes.
Exam Preparation - Intensive
Max. 1 students per class
20 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $2,335 |
| $2,219 |
Includes accommodation
IELTS/TOEFL Exam Preparation
Max. 17 students per class
32 lessons per week (40 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
8 Exam preparation lessons
2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
| Offer! | €775 |
| €744 |
| ≈ $863 |
IELTS/TOEFL Exam Preparation + Accommodation
Max. 17 students per class
32 lessons per week (40 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Lessons per week:
16 General English lessons
8 Exam preparation lessons
2 Special interest lessons focused on subject of student's choice
4 General teacher-guided lessons in project room
1 Lecture (double lesson)
| Offer! | €970 |
| €950 |
| ≈ $1,102 |
IELTS Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
24 lessons per week (60 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $575 |
| $553 |
IELTS Exam Preparation
Max. 10 students per class
20 lessons per week (70 min. / lesson)
See course details ❯
| Offer! | $400 |
| $390 |
You can find additional courses in our section of English courses & camps for teenagers and children in the USA.
General facts about International English Language Testing System / IELTS
The International English Language Testing System / IELTS test is being recognized by many universities worldwide as a proof of your English abilities for possible admittance.
Examination fees
Fees vary depending on the examination centre.
Examination dates
Dates vary depending on the examination centre
Q&A - Questions about English courses and schools in the USA
Is it possible to book an IELTS preparation course while holding a B1/B2 visa?
“Yes, it's possible to book an IELTS preparation course holding a B1/B2 visa, as long as the course does not exceed 18 hours of lessons per week.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 02, 2023
FAQ About IELTS English Courses in the USA
How much is the cheapest IELTS course in the USA?
159 US$ for 1 week is the lowest price for an IELTS course in the USA.
What is the best language school offering IELTS courses in the USA?
Converse International School of Languages has received the best overall rating in the USA among all language schools offering IELTS programmes.
Which English school offers the best rated teaching for IELTS courses in the USA?
Converse International School of Languages was rated highest for quality of teaching among schools with IELTS courses.
Will my phone/laptop's power adaptor work in the USA?
In USA electricity is 120 Volt and 60 Hz. Plug type A, B.
What is the recommended course duration?
You can take courses for just 1 week. For significant progress opt for longer durations. According to a survey of StudyTravel Magazine, the average course duration for USA is 12 weeks.
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