Intensive English

EC Boston (formerly the Olin Center) offers Intensive English classes which are interesting, highly academic and personalized to meet a variety of student goals including…

• Developing English proficiency for general use
  
• Preparing for university in the United States
  
• Improving language skills for a career
  
• Or just enjoying an American vacation

Course Options

We offer three options

• General English - meeting Monday - Friday from 9am to 12:30pm. This option consists of 20 lessons* per week.  (Students requesting an I-20 form may not choose this option.)
• Semi- Intensive English - meeting Monday - Friday from 9am to 12:30pm and Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30-3:00pm. This option consists of 24 lessons* per week. 
• Intensive English - meeting Monday - Friday 9am to 3:00pm. This option consists of 30 lessons* per week. 

Session begin dates

Sessions begin every week.  For course schedule and tuition, please see our class schedule

                                                General English Program*

Our General English program is designed for students wanting to improve their conversational English and still have time to see the sites of Boston and New England. This program is not eligible for an I-20 and classes run Monday-Friday until 12:30pm. Courses cover integrated skills including writing, reading, grammar, structure, and usage along with communication skills, American slang, and idioms.

General English Program Highlights:

• 20 lessons per week
  
• 45 minute lessons
  
• Classes begin every week
  
• Available for all Levels Beginner-Proficient
  
• Small Classes of average 8-10 students max 14
  
• Students focus on improving their conversational English
  
• Half-day schedule gives students time to explore Boston!

*Please note: General English is not eligible for an I-20 or F1 student visa.

General English Schedule may look similar to the following:

                                          Semi-Intensive English Program*

Semi-Intensive English Program allows students a flexible way to study Full –Time*. Students develop not only their conversational English but their written English as well during the twice a week afternoon sessions. Even though students have an intensive daily program the schedule still allows students the time to explore Boston and get the most out of their time in New England

Semi –Intensive English Program Highlights:

• 24 lessons per week
  
• 45 minute lessons
  
• Classes begin every week
  
• Available for all Levels Beginner-Proficient
  
• Small Classes of average 8-10 students max 14
  
• Full morning classes plus a twice a week reading and writing course

*Please note: Minimum registration for students wanting an I-20 form is 4 weeks.

Semi-Intensive English Schedule may look similar to the following:

                                                      Intensive English Program*

Our Intensive English Program is designed for those who want to develop strong language skills for professional work or academic study. Students who want to make the most out of their time in Boston opt for this comprehensive full day program. Courses cover the basics of English speaking, listening, grammar, reading and writing.

Intensive English Program Highlights:

• 30 lessons per week
  
• 45 minute lessons
  
• Classes begin every week
  
• Available for all Levels Beginner-Proficient
  
• Small Classes of average 8-10 students max 14
  
• Full day of classes
  
• Development of English proficiency for university and career

*Please note: Minimum registration for students wanting an I-20 form is 4 weeks.

Intensive English Schedule may look similar to the following:

Program Levels

Students complete a placement test which determines the level at which they will begin their studies. On average, it takes most students four weeks to complete each of EC Boston's levels.

How can we guarantee your success?

1. At EC Boston, we test students every week to ensure that they are progressing steadily in their language studies.

2. Teachers meet every two weeks to discuss the students individually and to agree on level advancement.

3. Students are provided written progress reports every month

4. Our Academic Director is available daily to meet with students in order to discuss their academic progress.

Session begin dates and prices

2009 Sessions begin every week. For course schedule and tuition, please see our course schedule

Students can choose any number of weeks.

Complete Cultural Immersion

At EC Boston, students are immersed in American language and culture through frequent social activities and our free weekly Pronunciation Clinic.

Our regular ongoing activities include:

• Lecture Series
  
• Pronunciation Clinic
  
• Country Presentations
  
• Reading Club
  

Other activities include

• Canoe trips on the Charles River
  
• Ice skating
  
• Apple picking
  
• Skiing

Click here to view recent activity calendars and learn more about events at EC Boston!