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34 English Language Schools in Los Angeles - Ranking 2023

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Best English schools in Los Angeles by category

TOP Rated by
Students < 18 years
#1 Kings
Kings
Students < 18 years
5.0

Rating: 5

(4)
TOP Rated by
Students 18-30 years
#1 Kings
Kings
Students 18-30 years
4.3

Rating: 4.3

(6)
TOP Rated by
Students 30-49 years
Mentor Language Institute Westwood
Students 30-49 years
5.0

Rating: 5

(3)
TOP Rated by
Students all ages
#1 Kings
Kings
Students all ages
4.5

Rating: 4.5

(15)
TOP Rated by
Quality of teaching
#1 Kings
Kings
Quality of teaching
4.3

Rating: 4.3

(15)
TOP Rated by
Leisure programme
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
Leisure programme
4.5

Rating: 4.5

(4)
TOP Rated by
Value for money
#1 Kings
Kings
Value for money
4.2

Rating: 4.2

(15)
TOP Rated by
Location of school
Mentor Language Institute Westwood
Location of school
5.0

Rating: 5

(5)

Los Angeles Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 34 schools

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Los Angeles ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Los Angeles

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Los Angeles
74 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Los Angeles
Nightlife
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Interesing things to do
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Geographic setting
4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Public transport
3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Climate
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Cleanliness
3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Affordability
3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Shopping
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Safety
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

What school directors said about Los Angeles

Julie Florentin

Los Angeles is a beautiful multi-cultural city with amazing weather all year. It's perfect if you love a big city, a lot of entertainment, nightlife, or going to the beach!

Katie Lee

Los Angeles has it all — easy access to some of the most beautiful beaches in the US, amazing international food and drink, and endless opportunities to experience art, culture and entertainment. It's the perfect city to improve your English.

Matt Brenneman

Los Angeles is a beautiful multi-cultural city with amazing weather all year. It's perfect if you love a big city, a lot of entertainment, nightlife, or going to the beach!

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Los Angeles

Study & Live in your Teacher's Home

Very good room.
Teacher was very welcoming, very friendly.

3 November 2018
Course: Standard Programme Intensive - 2 weeks
Student age: 47 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 4 reviews
Mentor Language Institute Hollywood

the teaching method and the possibility of interacting with students from all over the world
kind and very friendly environment

5 March 2018
Course: Vacation ESL Course - 5 weeks
Student age: 34 years

3.6

Rating: 3.6

| 9 reviews
Mentor Language Institute Hollywood

Teachers. Activities.
The lesson books are expensive for a tourist who can only follow the class for a week and can't use the whole book. If they had copy machine for student use in the reception, it would be convenient.

21 May 2017
Course: General ESL Course - 1 week
Student age: 53 years

3.6

Rating: 3.6

| 9 reviews
Kings

interesting course, it is simplistic to the fact that there was not even given a book as supplied. Welcoming family but very far from the school. Very disappointed to have paid for the single room and instead I found myself in a double.

4 March 2015
Course: Vacation English - 4 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.5

Rating: 4.5

| 15 reviews
EleonoraKings
Mentor Language Institute Hollywood

The situation of the school and the accommodation options are excellent, being able to visit northern part of the city in minutes, which is where almost everything is.

10 September 2014
Course: General ESL Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 36 years

3.6

Rating: 3.6

| 9 reviews
Kings

The organization, a variety of activities, friendly staff. A great way of teaching in a playful way.

12 May 2014
Course: Vacation English - 2 weeks
Student age: 26 years

4.5

Rating: 4.5

| 15 reviews
ElenaKings
Mentor Language Institute Westwood

All the staff and teachers are really friendly and helpful.

1 October 2013
Course: Vacation ESL Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 23 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 38 reviews
Mentor Language Institute Westwood

the teachers !
the school is great but the dormitories do not correspond to pictures and are a bit expensive for what it is!

2 July 2012
Course: Vacation ESL Course - 10 weeks
Student age: 22 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 38 reviews
Mentor Language Institute Westwood

Teachers are very concerned to ensure that you learn.

2 September 2011
Course: Intensive English Program - 6 weeks
Student age: 30 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 38 reviews
Mentor Language Institute Westwood

The teachers and the organisers. The level test is very accurate and you learn a lot.

27 September 2010
Course: Vacation ESL Course - 10 weeks
Student age: 23 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 38 reviews
Mentor Language Institute Westwood

Katty, the teacher, is very good. Jerry helps you out in everything. He's a good person, polite and helpful.

14 June 2010
Course: General ESL Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 26 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 38 reviews

Information about Los Angeles

Why Los Angeles? Los Angeles, this modern city offers a great deal of luxurious shopping centres, restaurants, and theatres. Also famous theme parks such as Disneyland and Universal Studios are nearby. Students can experience all the best southern California has to offer.
What we like about Los Angeles
  • Fabulous shopping options.
  • Beautiful all year round sunny weather.
  • Spacious for a big city - doesn't feel cramped.
  • Relaxed lifestyle.
What we dislike about Los Angeles
  • Accommodation is really expensive.
  • Pockets of high crime.

Key Facts about Los Angeles

Population:   3,899,000
Elevation: 89 m. above sea level
Time zone: -3h. (GMT -8)
Region: California, Los Angeles County
Currency: USD (1 USD = 4494.0063 COP)
Visa: Nationals from Colombia can travel and attend a language course of up to 18 hours per week and for a maximum of 90 days on a holiday/visitor visa. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of USA in your country. List of embassies and consulates of USA on the official website - U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs.
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 854 US$
Average course price per week (Low season): 479 US$
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in Bogota
  • Student price index excluding rent:142* (42% more expensive than Bogota)
  • Student price index including rent:154* (54% more expensive than Bogota)
  • Price index food only:179* (79% more expensive than Bogota)
  • Big Mac price (USA average): 5.15 US$
    (48% more expensive than in Colombia)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type A
  • Plug Type B
  • Residential voltage: 120 V
  • Frequency: 60 Hz

Weather in Los Angeles

Climate Table
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Events in Los Angeles

Best time to take a language course in Los Angeles
May
5h of May Celebration
5h of May Celebration

05 May 2023Not to be confused with Mexican Independence Day, in the US, May 5th has become a celebration of Mexican-American culture. Los Angeles is ideally suited to make this one of the best parties of the year. Fiestas abound around the city with mariachi, traditional dances, food and activities for all.

July
July 4th celebration
July 4th celebration

04 July 2023Independence Day is the national day of the United States, commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, and family reunions.

October
Halloween parade in Hollywood
Halloween parade in Hollywood

October 2023Halloween in Los Angeles is celebrated with many spooky events and traditions. The main events, such as the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval, take place on the 31st of October, but beware, the rest of the month also brings several ghoulish events and happenings..

What to do in Los Angeles

Walt Disney Concert Hall
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Getty Center
Getty Center
Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica Pier
Original Farmers Market
Original Farmers Market
Venice Boardwalk
Venice Boardwalk
Universal Studios
Universal Studios
Malibu
Malibu
Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills
Hollywood
Hollywood
Bel Air
Bel Air
Los Angeles
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Arrival airport

Los Angeles International (LAX) - 19 km. from Los Angeles city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 30 minutes, 60 minutes.

Main stops: LAX - Sepulveda/Century, Century, Aviation, Imperial, Hawthorne, La Brea, Inglewood Transit Center, Florence, Crenshaw, Martin Luther King, Boadway, Broadway/7th

Taxi: 35 minutes drive to city center of Los Angeles

Public transportation in Los Angeles

Q&A - Questions and answers about Los Angeles

  • Unfortunately, none of the language schools we partner with offer hybrid courses - all classes are face-to-face. If you're happy with face-to-face classes, can you let us know your preferred start date and duration? We can shortlist a few schools and see if they are transferable.
    Mindlere Shin, LanguageCourse.Net - May 08, 2023
  • If you already have some knowledge of English, however little, you can start on any Monday. However, if you are an absolute beginner, if you have never studied English at all before, some schools have specific start dates throughout the year, which can be found in the profile of each of the language schools we work with in Los Angeles.
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 27, 2023
  • As you have entered the country on a tourist visa, you can only book a course with a weekly teaching load not exceeding 18 hours, and only for a maximum of 90 days, which is the time allowed by the visa you hold in the United States.
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 24, 2023
  • The California Language Academy in Los Angeles offers both adult courses and a winter camp programme for children. Courses without ages are for adults, the adults traveling with children can choose according to their own needs.
    Susan Wang, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 30, 2022

FAQ about courses in Los Angeles

  • Kings has received the best overall rating in Los Angeles.
  • Mentor Language Institute Westwood, located in 10880 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 122, Westwood has been voted as the school with the best location in Los Angeles.
  • Students rated Los Angeles with 4.4 stars out of 5.
  • Best airport to arrive to in Los Angeles is Los Angeles International (19.5 km from city center). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Los Angeles.
  • In Los Angeles the following courses are offered specifically for business English: Business English Group, Business English Private.
  • Select the course type "TOEFL " in the filter at the top of the page and click Calculate Price Comparison to see all TOEFL prep courses offered by Los Angeles schools, including the number of lessons per week, the weekly price of the course, minimum language level requirements, and more. Click on the name of the school, select course information from the calculator on the school page, click on "Reserve at the lowest price" to complete the booking and pay the deposit.
    Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant Chinese from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 23, 2023
  • Ardmore Language Schools in Los Angeles can provide a summer camp start on August 20th. Click on the course name to view course information such as price, start date, number of weeks you can book, etc. If your are flexible with dates and you are interested in a summer camp at another school in Los Angeles, please click on the school name to access the school page for programme information.
    Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant Chinese from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 03, 2023
  • You will need to apply for the visa yourself and consult the embassy for specific requirements. The language schools we work with usually do not ask you to provide special documents, but some may ask you to provide a copy of your passport.
    Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant Chinese from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 05, 2023

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