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Mentor Language Institute HollywoodLos Angeles, USA

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3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

Overall school rating of Mentor Language Institute Hollywood, Los Angeles
Ranked #4 of 26 English schools in Los Angeles
School
Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Facilities
3.4 

Rating: 3.4/5.0

Social activities
3.2 

Rating: 3.2/5.0

Organisation
3.8 

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Value for money
3.6 

Rating: 3.6/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

(0)
Students 18-30 years
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

(5)
Students 31-49 years
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

(4)
Students 50+ years
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

(1)
What we like about the school
  • Located just 2 minutes from the Dolby theatre, where the Oscars as well as many movie premiers are hosted.
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: The school is in the heart of Hollywood on The Walk of Fame! It is conveniently located close to a subway station and the Hollywood and Highland Center shopping centre. Across the street is Kodak Theatre, where the Oscar Award Ceremony is held. There are countless bars, restaurants, grocery stores, shops, music venues and cafes all around the area.

Moving around the city: The Hollywood / Highland subway station is an 8-minute walk from Mentor Language Institute. This station has the red line service running through it, which goes all the way to Downtown Los Angeles, the central part of the city. There are bus stations all along Hollywood Boulevard as well as on Sunset Boulevard, which is about ten minutes by foot from the school.

Local attractions: All the exciting things to see in Hollywood are within walking distance of the Mentor Language Institute. It is possible to get to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in under 20 minutes from the school, but bus services on Hollywood Boulevard. The Getty and the Santa Monica Pier are to the far west of Los Angeles. Students can use the bus services around the school to navigate to both these attractions in around an hour.

Course structure: The school has structured classes for students learning English as a Second Language. These can be taken as a general course or with extra courses attached such as a conversational extra or an exam preparation course. There are programmes to further the students' understanding in English such as an TOEFL exam preparation course and a conversation course.
  • The language school Mentor Language Institute Hollywood was founded in Los Angeles, USA in 2002.
  • Legal name / parent company: American College Education Inc
  • Tax registration ID: EIN20-3862409
  • Abbreviated name of school: MLI Los Angeles

English Courses

General Language
Business
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by Mentor Language Institute Hollywood

Comments about courses

Students can sell their books when they have completed a program. The school would buy them back for 40% of the price.

If the course starting date is a holiday, the starting date will be the upcoming Tuesday.

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 150 US$ per course level.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 29 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 30 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 before the start of the course via an online form.

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 Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
Note: All courses offered by Mentor Language Institute Hollywood, Los Angeles can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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  • Reception
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  • Afternoon Activity
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  • Hollywood sign
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  • Walk of Fame
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  • Living room
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  • Welcome to Hollywood
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  • Dolby Theatre
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  • Universal Studios
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  • Sites
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  • Chinese Theatre
    Chinese Theatre18/37
  • Hard Rock Cafe
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  • Class
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  • Mentor Language Institute Hollywood students
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  • Shared kitchen
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Mentor Language Institute Hollywood (MLI)

“MLI offers quality English courses to suit your needs at an affordable price. We love what we do and we do it well!”
Matt Brenneman
– 
Matt Brenneman
Director of Mentor Language Institute Hollywood
Accreditations and Quality seals
ACCETNAFSASEVPBPPE, USCIS
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
80% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 13:00
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoCash payment - logoVisa Debit - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 6
    Number of public PC workstations: 10
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 150
Throughout the year: 120
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 23 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Los Angeles International Airport:
150 US$ one way
285 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Los Angeles International (LAX).
More information about airports around Los Angeles and how to get from the airport to Los Angeles on your own here on our Los Angeles 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
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
120 US$

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet5 km
Baseball-
Basketball5 km
Cooking-
Cricket-
Dancing5 km
Diving-20 km
Field Hockey-
Football (soccer)-
Golf20 km
Horse riding30 km
Ice Hockey-
Mountainbiking5 km
Music3 km
Sailing20 km
Skiing150 km
Squash-
Swimming-
Table Tennis-
Tennis5 km
Volleyball20 km
Windsurfing20 km
Yoga2 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Griffith Park Observatory
LACMA
Getty Center
Hollywood Sign
Hammer Museum
UCLA Tour

Adults - Paid activities

Disneyland (USD 190 for 1 park)
Universal Studios (USD 165)
Knotts Berry Farm (USD 90)
Outlet Shopping (USD 30)
Lakers Game (USD 70)
Dodgers Game (USD 30)
Las Vegas/Grand Canyon for 3 days (USD 299)
Six Flags Magic Mountain (USD 90)
Citadel Outlets (USD 30)
Camarillo Outlets (USD 30)

Please note that the activity price may change due to the price change of the Facility such as Disneyland, Universal Studios and etc.

Accommodation

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Student opinions about Mentor Language Institute Hollywood, Los Angeles

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Liked
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.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss If you choose an apartment, choose the cheapest options. you might end a in a single room even if you paid for a shared room. And if it is shared and you don't like it, you can change as long as they have availability.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Dormitory
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: BEP - Basic English Program - 4 weeks
10. Sep. 2014
Liked
The teachers and the staff who worked there, the atmosphere ... I really liked the whole atmosphere of the school, enjoyable classes and a very homely envornment.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay Executive
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: TOEFL Preparation - 2 weeks
27. Aug. 2013
Liked
The teaching method and the possibility of interacting with students from all over the world
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments kind and very friendly environment
Course: Standard English Program - Visa Waiver Program - 5 weeks
5. Mar. 2018
Liked
Quality of Teaching/Language Progress.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Thank you very much. Thanks to teachers for the work. A great team!. It would have been nicer to have more confortable chairs and tables. Thanks in advance, Arina.
Course: SIP - Super Intensive Program - 12 weeks
27. May. 2013
Liked
Teachers. Activities.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Excursion
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments 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.
Course: BEP - Basic English Program - 1 week
21. May. 2017
Liked
Professors
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Privilege a start date in January / April / July / October to start the program from the beginning
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: Intensive English (ESL + CMAR) [Anglais] - 5 weeks
9. Apr. 2018

FAQ about Mentor Language Institute Hollywood, Los Angeles

  • The school will issue the I20 right away (within 2 business days) after you have paid the prepayment and sent all necessary documents such as the booking form, your address in your country, copy of your passport, and a copy of your bank statement with sufficient funds on it.
    Sean W. Nozaki, Admissions Officer from Mentor Language Institute - Mar 10, 2023
  • The accommodation Dormitory is the most popular among all our clients of Mentor Language Institute
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Los Angeles International Airport (150 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Mentor Language Institute varies from 15 students (General ESL Course + Conversation Course) to 15 students (General ESL Course + Conversation Course)
  • 100% of teachers at Mentor Language Institute Hollywood hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Mentor Language Institute Hollywood comes from Japan with a 35% representation, followed by students from Brazil (12%) and France (9%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Mentor Language Institute Hollywood offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.

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