Columbia West College Los Angeles, USA
311 S Spring St, Suite 300 - 90013 Los Angeles - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free private tutoring.
- Lessons are for 70 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- Optional language workshops.
Location: Columbia West College Los Angeles is an educational institute located in the world-renowned, one-of-a-kind city of Los Angeles, California, USA. Housed in the Koreatown neighbourhood, the school is surrounded by eateries, bars, social spaces and links to public transport.
School facilities: The school facilities are exten¡sive, withina high-rise building. Included in the facilities are a library, a lounge area, a computer lab, an auditorium and a student support desk for any questions or queries that arise.
All classrooms are equipped with heating and air conditioning with most classrooms having ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accommodation: The school can provide several options for student residences and guest houses. Please note that many options for accommodation come with a minimum stay and are all subject to availability.
Course selection: Columbia West College Los Angeles provides English programmes for students of all levels. In addition to General English programmes, the school also provides American Communication, TOEFL, English through American Culture and Business English programmes.
Getting around: The school has several bus routes and underground stations nearby, ensuring that Downtown LA and its attractions are within a 15-minute journey of the school via public transport. Los Angeles International Airport is within an 85-minute journey of the school via public transport or a 40-minute taxi ride.
English Courses
General Language
English Speaking Success (F1)12 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$350$333 / week More
English Speaking Success (F1)
12 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$350$333 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 350 333 | 690 656 | 1,030 979 | 1,300 1,235 | 1,900 1,805 | 2,590 2,461 | 3,270 3,107 | 3,700 3,515 | 7,000 6,650 | 9,950 9,453 | 12,480 11,856 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2-3 daily lessons of 70 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: 9:00 - 13:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 70 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
English Speaking Success (Part-time 12)12 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$250$238 / week More
English Speaking Success (Part-time 12)
12 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$250$238 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 950 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,700 2,565 | 5,130 4,874 | 7,260 6,897 | 9,120 8,664 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2-3 daily lessons of 70 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: 9:00 - 13:30 - Possible course durations
- 4, 12, 24, 36, 48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 70 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
English Speaking Success (Part-time 16)16 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$300$285 / week More
English Speaking Success (Part-time 16)
16 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$300$285 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,740 1,653 | 2,260 2,147 | 2,780 2,641 | 3,390 3,221 | 6,420 6,099 | 9,120 8,664 | 11,440 10,868 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 70 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: 9:00 - 13:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 70 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Empowering English 18 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$150$143 / week More
Empowering English
18 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$150$143 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 600 570 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,400 1,330 | 2,800 2,660 | 4,200 3,990 | 5,600 5,320 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 70 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:
Afternoon: 18:00 - 21:55 - Possible course durations
- 4, 12, 24, 36, 48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 70 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Empowering English (Part-time 12)18 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$150$143 / week More
Empowering English (Part-time 12)
18 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$150$143 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 150 143 | 300 285 | 400 380 | 450 428 | 750 713 | 850 808 | 950 903 | 1,050 998 | 2,100 1,995 | 3,150 2,993 | 4,200 3,990 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 70 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:
Afternoon: 17:00 - 21:55 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 70 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for Columbia West College include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- 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 before arrival
- INCLUDED Optional language workshops
Halloween Festivities!1/5
Annual CWC Beach Trip!2/5
Sports Day at the Park!3/5
Beverly Hills Activities!4/5
CWC students volunteering at the LA Marathon5/5
Columbia West College
- Accreditations and Quality seals
BPPE- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 40% male / 60% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Columbia West College and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 1990
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Kitchen for student use
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Auditorium
Student support desk
Printer for student use
Copy machine
Free WIFI
Free water dispenser
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 5
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Additional comment about facilities of school
Parking validation is available for $6 and can be purchased at the Front Desk.
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Japan | 20% |
| Brazil | 18% |
| Korea | 15% |
| Thailand | 4% |
| Spain | 3% |
| Venezuela | 2% |
| Turkey | 1% |
| Italy | 1% |
| France | 1% |
| Chile | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 34% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 1.9417475728155% |
| 18-24 years | 58.252427184466% |
| 25-34 years | 33.980582524272% |
| 35-50 years | 4.8543689320388% |
| >50 years | 0.97087378640777% |
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- In summer: 200Throughout the year: 180
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years18 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 22 yearsThroughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by Columbia West College
- Lesson duration
- 70 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- $150
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. Course material costs are approximately $40 per month.
- Comments about courses
Student ID Card: USD 20.
Airport pick-up: USD 120 One Way
I-20 Reissuance Fee: USD 30
F-2 Processing Fee: USD 50
COS Processing Fee/Deposit: USD 300
Deferment COS fee: $100
I-20 Extension fee: $100
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 50 US$. 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 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 20 Jan 2026, 17 Feb 2026, 26 May 2026, 19 Jun 2026, 04 Apr 2026, 01 Sep 2026, 13 Jan 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 27 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026.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 email.
Lessons needed per English language level
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.
Airport transfer
- Los Angeles International Airport:
- $120 one way
$240 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Free English Workshops
Thanksgiving celebration
Halloween Party
Christmas Party
Hike to Griffith Observatory/Hollywood Sign
Visiting the Getty/Getty Villa Museum
Visiting LACMA/La Brea Tar Pits
Hammer Museum
Grand Central Market
Descanso Gardens
Bradbury Building
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Venice
The Broad Museum
California Science Center
Venice Beach
Venice Canals
Santa Monica Pier
3rd Street Promenade
Universal City Walk
The Last Bookstore, etc
If a student would like to suggest an activity, they can talk with the activities coordinator and we can try to organize it. Adults - Paid activities
- Annual Holiday Party: ~$45
Dodgers Game: ~30
LAFC: ~40 - over $1,000 depending on game and seat location
Kings:~$35 - over $1,000 depending on the game and seat location
Lakers:~80- over $1,000 depending on the game and seat location
Six Flags: $50 (parking not included).
Universal Studios: ~$109
Disneyland/California Adventure: ~$104 for one park(additional $65 for park hopper ticket)
Knotts: ~$74.99 - Video about leisure activities at Columbia West College Los Angeles
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 18 km |
| Baseball | | 19 km |
| Basketball | | 1.3 km |
| Cooking | | 8.4 km |
| Cricket | | 25 km |
| Dancing | | 4.34 km |
| Diving | | 30 km |
| Field Hockey | | 41.9 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 6 km |
| Golf | | 0.32 km |
| Horse riding | | 8.7 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 6.1 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 19 km |
| Music | | 0.08 km |
| Rugby | | 21 km |
| Sailing | | 22 km |
| Skiing | | 174 km |
| Squash | | 17 km |
| Swimming | | 9 km |
| Table Tennis | | 3.2 km |
| Tennis | | 22 km |
| Volleyball | | 7 km |
| Windsurfing | | 24 km |
| Yoga | | 1.3 km |
Accommodation
CWC Accomodation Downtown LA/Koreatown
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Shared room (multiple beds), No meals 
Shared bathroom
from
$300/ week Show more
CWC Accomodation Downtown LA/Koreatown
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Shared room (multiple beds), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
$300/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 300 | 550 | 800 | 1000 | 1300 | 1550 | 1800 | 2000 | 2460 | 3000 | 230 | 200 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 6:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival a refundable deposit of $300 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 200US$.
- Price extra night
- $80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Shared room (multiple beds)
- Average distance from school
- 25 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 40
CWC Student residence
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Shared room (multiple beds), No meals
Private bathroom
from
$300/ week Show more
CWC Student residence
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Shared room (multiple beds), No meals
Private bathroom
from
$300/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | 300 | 550 | 800 | 1000 | 1300 | 1550 | 1800 | 2000 | 2460 | 3000 | 230 | 200 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 6:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival a refundable deposit of $300 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 200US$.
- Price extra night
- $80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Shared room (multiple beds)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 30 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 50
FAQ about Columbia West College, Los Angeles
I'd like to know what papers are needed to come here? And do I need a driving licence?
“If you have any questions about visas or the documents you need to bring with you when you travel, the best thing to do is to contact the American embassy in your country directly. We do not provide assistance in this area, and only the embassy can give you the best information.
We mainly help you to enrol in a language school. All you have to do is fill in your details online and we'll take care of contacting the school of your choice. Afterwards, if the school needs more information, we'll ask for it by email. For example, they may ask you for a copy of your passport, proof of insurance, etc.
A driving licence is not a prerequisite for enrolling on a language course. On the other hand, it is an advantage to have one, especially in Los Angeles, if you plan to rent a car - because the distances are quite far in this city. ”
We mainly help you to enrol in a language school. All you have to do is fill in your details online and we'll take care of contacting the school of your choice. Afterwards, if the school needs more information, we'll ask for it by email. For example, they may ask you for a copy of your passport, proof of insurance, etc.
A driving licence is not a prerequisite for enrolling on a language course. On the other hand, it is an advantage to have one, especially in Los Angeles, if you plan to rent a car - because the distances are quite far in this city. ”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 20, 2023
Is it possible to take a course at Columbia West College as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: English Speaking Success (F1)”
Is airport pickup offered by Columbia West College?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Los Angeles International Airport (120 US$)”
Which countries are students of Columbia West College from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Columbia West College comes from Japan with a 20% representation, followed by students from Brazil (18%) and Korea (15%).”
Columbia West College offers courses for which ages?
“Columbia West College offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.”
Terms of Columbia West College
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:45
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Columbia West College | Tax registration ID: 47-1293912
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.
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 150 US$
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 75 US$
Calculator | Reservation
Share: ![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
![]()
Ratings of LanguageCourse.net booking service:
Trustpilot
4.8/5
1,376 reviews Data transparency:
How the school data is collected and measures taken to ensure data accuracy
Columbia West College Los Angeles USA | Pay Less
https://www.languagecourse.net/school-columbia-west-college-los-angeles.php3
Do you know someone in particular with whom you would love to explore life in Los Angeles? Just tag them in your post to Facebook or send them a link to this page in a message or email.
Email
WhatsApp
Copy link
Messenger
Los Angeles
Los Angeles city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.4
More information about Los Angeles including climate data and events on our Los Angeles page with a list of all 25 English schools in Los Angeles.
