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Semi-Intensive English Program

American English College (Branch Campus)
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Course description

A flexible half-day English course with your choice to focus on academic or personal, everyday skills to be used in the United States.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-48 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
18 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 75 min)
Class days
Monday - Thursday
School holidays
27 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024 and 19 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025

AEC does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Morning session
10:15 AM - 02:45 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Rowland Heights.

Class size

Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 16 - 60 years old
Average 25 years old
(18 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

American English College has an ACCET accredited + SEVIS approved English language program with two campuses centrally located in Los Angeles. Our 5-star rated school is best known for our amazing teachers, affordable tuition rates, and valuable study abroad experience.

The school's safe and affordable location makes it easy for students to feel comfortable while learning English in this city. We make every student feel like home, with advisors who speak your native language and housing assistance all managed through the school. Students can select an English program that focuses on their goal: Life Skills, Academic or Professional English.

Our students get access the AEC pathway to over 30+ universities and community college, which mean students can gain guaranteed admission without needing a TOEFL score.

Our bright, modern classrooms and monthly social calendar invite students to practice their English skills while visiting popular areas in the city.

Join us in person or online (www.aec.edu)!

Year opened
1983
Number of classrooms
7

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

AEC has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in USA. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Academy of Couture Art
AMDA College and Conservatory of Performing Arts
California College of Music
California State University, Los Angeles
Columbia College Hollywood
Cypress College
East Los Angeles College
El Camino College
Full Sail University
Fullerton College
Glendale Community College - California
Humboldt State University
New York Film Academy
New York Film Academy
Notre Dame de Namur University
Oregon State University
Pasadena City College
Pierce College
Rio Hondo College
Santa Monica College
Truckee Meadows Community College
West Los Angeles College
Westcliff University

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at American English College (Branch Campus) varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 18.

AEC teaches students from all over the world, including:

China
45%
Brazil
5%
Cameroon
5%
Colombia
5%
Ecuador
5%
Hong Kong
5%
Japan
5%
Mexico
5%
Saudi Arabia
5%
South Korea
5%
Taiwan
5%
Other
5%

School holidays

AEC does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
27 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024 and 19 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025

School location

American English College has two campuses centrally located in Los Angeles. The school's safe and affordable location makes it easy for students to feel comfortable while learning English in this city. We make every student feel like home, with advisors who speak your native language and housing assistance all managed through the school. Students can select an English program that focuses on their goal: Life Skills, Academic or Professional English. Our students get access the AEC pathway to over 30+ universities and community college, which mean students can gain guaranteed admission without needing a TOEFL score.

Our bright, modern classrooms and monthly social calendar invite students to practice their English skills while visiting popular areas in the city.

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100% recommend

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"My experience was too short to define anything about the school and the classes."

Juliana De Lima Santoro, student from Brazil

I liked the teachers and the location.
I think the classes could have more content in one day, all the subjects are explored a lot. I think that is too much focus is explore different ways to explain same words instead of teaching more words.
The classes are based on books with few business vocabulary. I think it makes sense to study in AEC only if you are younger.

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
11 Jul 2022 - 29 Jul 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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Housing

AEC offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

£ 177
weekly
Age range: 15 - 60 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Rowland Heights
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 15 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 177
Fully managed by our student service team so you can spend more time enjoying California. Homestay is a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the culture, and practice English outside of class.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

£ 417
weekly
Age range: 15 - 60 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Rowland Heights
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, garden, and other
Distance to school: 15 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 417
Break bread with your American host family. Students who prefer not to worry about meals can opt in for meals (breakfast and dinner) with their host family. Students also have the option to select no meals if they prefer to have more freedom with their meal choices.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $125 when you register.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Visit the US Department of State website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Rowland Heights based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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