- Kaplan International English can help you meet your English language goals, with a variety of courses all over the world. - school facilities that provide the best experience for our students - interesting life in Seattle, a friendly and comfortable city - Professional, friendly, helpful staff and teachers - Small class sizes and modern resources
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Kaplan Seattle Highline CollegeAbout the
With 45+ accredited schools across 8 English-speaking countries, Kaplan International English offers world-class English language education and the experience of a lifetime. We offer a range of courses for students aged 12 and up, and have done so for more than 40 years. Last year, more than 70,000 students traveled and studied with us, and 9 of 10 would recommend us to friends and family.Kaplan International Colleges teaches English language courses. Kaplan International Colleges is a leading provider of English language courses and other study abroad programs. Our destinations have been chosen to maximize the fun and education students get outside of the classroom, too. Kaplan International students learn through the communicative method of teaching. This means that classroom time is spent on using real-world, practical skills to improve their knowledge of English. Students focus on the four key building blocks of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Classroom activities reflect real situations, and are structured so students communicate as much as possible.Classes start every Monday, so you can join at any time! Our education advisors can help you decide which type of course is best for you.
Highline CollegeAbout the
As a public institution of higher education serving a diverse community in a multicultural world and global economy, Highline Community College promotes student engagement, learning, and achievement, integrates diversity and globalism throughout the college, sustains relationships within its communities, and practices sustainability in human resources, operations, and teaching and learning.
Focus of Study : Intensive English courses are the fastest way to improve your English. If you want to learn English quickly and effectively, take an Intensive English course!
Benefit, Goal of this course : Intensive English Courses focus on the four most important aspects of language learning – reading, writing, listening and speaking. These courses offer more lessons than our General English courses, and allow you to focus on skills that you want to improve.
Classroom Hour : All courses are Monday-Friday, with morning and afternoon classes only. Morning timetable 08.15-09.45 Class 9.45-10.00 Break 10.00-11.30 Class
Afternoon timetable 13.30-15.00 Class 15.00-15.15 Break 15.15-17.45 Class
Elective classes: First session (A Shift): 11.45-13.00(Mon-Thurs) 11.45-12.45(Fri)
Second session(B Shift): 13.05-14.20(Mon-Thurs) 13.15-14.15(Fri)
Focus of Study : Intensive English courses are the fastest way to improve your English. If you want to learn English quickly and effectively, take an Intensive English course!
Benefit, Goal of this course : Intensive English Courses focus on the four most important aspects of language learning – reading, writing, listening and speaking. These courses offer more lessons than our General English courses, and allow you to focus on skills that you want to improve.
Classroom Hour : All courses are Monday-Friday, with morning and afternoon classes only. Morning timetable 08.15-09.45 Class 9.45-10.00 Break 10.00-11.30 Class
Afternoon timetable 13.30-15.00 Class 15.00-15.15 Break 15.15-17.45 Class
Elective classes: First session (A Shift): 11.45-13.00(Mon-Thurs) 11.45-12.45(Fri)
Second session(B Shift): 13.05-14.20(Mon-Thurs) 13.15-14.15(Fri)
Focus of Study : A General English course offers the balance to enjoy your destination and finish your course with a higher level of English. General English Courses focus on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Benefit, Goal of this course : These courses offer a semi-intensive English education that will help you learn quickly and effectively.
Curriculum : You’ll also learn vocabulary and grammar, and how to speak in formal and informal discussions, interviews and strategies.
Classroom Hour : All courses are Monday-Friday, with morning and afternoon classes only. Morning timetable 08.15-09.45 Class 9.45-10.00 Break 10.00-11.30 Class
Afternoon timetable 13.30-15.00 Class 15.00-15.15 Break 15.15-17.45 Class
Elective classes: First session (A Shift): 11.45-13.00(Mon-Thurs) 11.45-12.45(Fri)
Second session(B Shift): 13.05-14.20(Mon-Thurs) 13.15-14.15(Fri)
Focus of Study : A General English course offers the balance to enjoy your destination and finish your course with a higher level of English. General English Courses focus on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Benefit, Goal of this course : These courses offer a semi-intensive English education that will help you learn quickly and effectively.
Curriculum : You’ll also learn vocabulary and grammar, and how to speak in formal and informal discussions, interviews and strategies.
Classroom Hour : All courses are Monday-Friday, with morning and afternoon classes only. Morning timetable 08.15-09.45 Class 9.45-10.00 Break 10.00-11.30 Class
Afternoon timetable 13.30-15.00 Class 15.00-15.15 Break 15.15-17.45 Class
Elective classes: First session (A Shift): 11.45-13.00(Mon-Thurs) 11.45-12.45(Fri)
Second session(B Shift): 13.05-14.20(Mon-Thurs) 13.15-14.15(Fri)
Focus of Study : Our Vacation English courses are a great way for you to explore a new country and learn the language while you’re on holiday.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Vacation English courses run from two weeks to as long as you’d like to stay, and take up around four hours a day, five days a week. Curriculum : Courses start every Monday in most of our locations worldwide, and we accept students at any level of English proficiency. Classroom Hour : All courses are Monday-Friday, with morning and afternoon classes only (general timetable below) Morning timetable 08.15-09.45 Class 9.45-10.00 Break 10.00-11.30 Class
Afternoon timetable 13.30-15.00 Class 15.00-15.15 Break 15.15-17.45 Class
Elective classes: First session (A Shift): 11.45-13.00(Mon-Thurs) 11.45-12.45(Fri)
Second session(B Shift): 13.05-14.20(Mon-Thurs) 13.15-14.15(Fri)
Focus of Study : Our Vacation English courses are a great way for you to explore a new country and learn the language while you’re on holiday.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Vacation English courses run from two weeks to as long as you’d like to stay, and take up around four hours a day, five days a week. Curriculum : Courses start every Monday in most of our locations worldwide, and we accept students at any level of English proficiency. Classroom Hour : All courses are Monday-Friday, with morning and afternoon classes only (general timetable below) Morning timetable 08.15-09.45 Class 9.45-10.00 Break 10.00-11.30 Class
Afternoon timetable 13.30-15.00 Class 15.00-15.15 Break 15.15-17.45 Class
Elective classes: First session (A Shift): 11.45-13.00(Mon-Thurs) 11.45-12.45(Fri)
Second session(B Shift): 13.05-14.20(Mon-Thurs) 13.15-14.15(Fri)
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Fees
School's Admin fee
(USD)$ 185
Tuition
2 ~ 4 Week
5 ~ 12 Week
Week
Week
Week
(USD)$ 430 / Week
(USD)$ 415 / Week
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Week
Week
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Week
Housing Placement
(USD)$ 50
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Homestay 14 Meals/wk (Min. age 16)
(USD)$ 190
Garden Suites 7 Meals/wk (Min. 5 weeks, Min. age 18)
(USD)$ 185
Marina Inn 7 meals (Min. 5 weeks, Min. age 18)
(USD)$ 195
Airport Pickup
(USD)$ 125
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
Student Residences Staying at a residence is a great way to meet other international students and explore the city while studying at our Seattle English school. They offer more independence than homestays, for students who prefer to make their own schedule. The locations in the center of Seattle make both sightseeing and travel to school convenient. -Room type: Single or Twin -Minimum age: 18 -Meals provided: 7 per week (breakfast)
Student Apartments Kaplan International Centers offers studio-style apartments, ideal for the student seeking a quiet and private living environment while studying at our HCC English school. -Room type: Single -Minimum age: 18 -Meals provided: Self-catered
Homestay Homestay accommodation is ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations - a great way to learn English. -Room type: Twin or Single -Minimum age: 18 -Meals provided: 14 per week
Surrounding Area
Learning English in Seattle at Kaplan’s center at Highline Community College is a great place to learn English in Seattle. Highline Community College, just 30 minutes from the city center, is an idyllic and peaceful place to study English in Seattle. The city itself has been home to rock gods Kurt Cobain, Alice in Chains and Soundgarden, and more recently corporate giants like Microsoft and Starbucks. Highline Community College is in the relaxed Des Moines area, giving you great access to local attractions like Mount Rainier and Washington State’s famous ferry boats.
Facilities
-Access to the high-tech facilities of Highline Community College -A large library with 100,000+ books, DVDs and CDs -Student union with wifi, study rooms and coffee bistro -Sports facilities including a gym stocked with equipment -A full social calendar to help you find Seattle’s hotspots
Activity
Sample Activities Schedule
Please note that this is a sample program and activities may change.
Week one Monday Welcome new students! Tuesday Movie night Wednesday Gourmet chocolate tasting Thursday Kit and Yoko's Chinese lunch Friday Free BBQ at the beach
Week two Monday Movie night Tuesday International coffee break Wednesday Summer nights at Lakewold Thursday Uncle Sam's 2-day bike tour
Getting to the school from the airport
Kaplan Transfers Students attending Kaplan International at Highline Community College should fly into SeaTac Airport (SEA), which is located approximately 5 miles from the school.
If you have paid for Transfer Service, please follow these steps upon arrival: 1. Go through U.S. Customs 2. Take the train to the Main Terminal 3. Take the escalator to the Baggage Claim area and get your luggage
IF YOU ARE STAYING IN A HOMESTAY OR MARINA INN RESIDENCE: A representative from A&P Towncar, will be waiting for you between the BAGGAGE CLAIM #7 and #8. They will be holding a sign with your name on it in English. Please look for your name. Please do not leave this area. If you cannot find the driver, you can call A & P Towncar at 206-499-9479.
IF YOU ARE STAYING IN GARDEN SUITES RESIDENCE: Please collect your baggage and go to International Baggage Claim #1. There will be a representative from Garden Suites holding a sign with your name on it. Please do not leave this area.
In case of emergency, if your flight has been delayed or if you cannot find the representative please call Kaplan International Highline's Emergency number 1-866-565-5602 (toll-free within the United States) or 1-916-535-1734.
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