- Academic Workshops provide students with individualized study to target their personal academic goals, offering helpful guidance and access to computer labs and beneficial learning resources. - For over 27 years, FLS has been a leader in innovative English Language programs. - Small class sizes increase individual attention and student-teacher interaction for faster learning.
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Total students number 152 Saudi 30%, Japan 13%, Thailand 11%, China 8%, South America 6%
FLS International, Boston CommonsAbout the
FLS is a leader in providing high quality English language programs to international students.FLS International is committed to providing effective English as a Foreign Language education and cultural training to international students and assisting clients during each phase of their educational experience, from their initial entry into the United States to their transfer to a college or university. FSL's partnership with Universal Placement Program provides free college and university placement for students who attend FLS programs of 8 weeks. FLS core classes are a major part of our English Programs. Made up of 9 levels, the core sequence is an integrated skills program that teaches speaking, listening, reading and writing through a modern curriculum, teacher coaching and communicative activities. FSL's system simulates the way students learned their native language, through the natural use of all skills together. The daily core class uses modern, colorful textbooks with fascinating topics, an American reader and regular testing of students' progress or more. The Language Extension Day activities each term introduce students to new aspects of American life, the local community and seasonal events and varied activity program takes students to historical, cultural and natural highlights of each campus area, letting them use nglish in real world settings.
Focus of Study and Benefits: The Vacation English Program offers basic instruction in the fundamental skills of English while still allowing plenty of time for students to explore the many fascinating cultural and entertainment attractions near the centers.
Curriculum : The program places an exceptional emphasis on speaking. Students will practice speaking skills frequently in class, receiving continual guidance and correction from their instructor.From beginner to high advanced, the program is divided into nine levels of study with 15 students or fewer in each class. The classes are held 18 lessons per week.Core class emphasizes on speaking, listening, reading and writing. English Everywhere program includes weekly Hot Sheets, involving students' host family, activity guides and staff in their learning process and Language Extension activities once per term, allowing students to use English in new settings and new contexts.
Classroom Hour : schedule may vary for each level.
Focus of Study and Benefits: The Vacation English Program offers basic instruction in the fundamental skills of English while still allowing plenty of time for students to explore the many fascinating cultural and entertainment attractions near the centers.
Curriculum : The program places an exceptional emphasis on speaking. Students will practice speaking skills frequently in class, receiving continual guidance and correction from their instructor.From beginner to high advanced, the program is divided into nine levels of study with 15 students or fewer in each class. The classes are held 18 lessons per week.Core class emphasizes on speaking, listening, reading and writing. English Everywhere program includes weekly Hot Sheets, involving students' host family, activity guides and staff in their learning process and Language Extension activities once per term, allowing students to use English in new settings and new contexts.
Classroom Hour : schedule may vary for each level.
Focus of Study and Benefits: -Nine levels of study from low beginner to high advanced.-Small class sizes of 15 or less, guaranteeing individual attention from your teacher.-Core Class emphasizing the four key language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.-Elective Class devoted to a specific topic or skill, such as TOEFL, Slang, Business English, American Culture, Public Speaking, Grammar, Composition, and more.-Exclusive English Everywhere program with weekly Hot Sheets, involving students' host family, activity guides and FLS staff in your learning process.-Weekly English tests and individualized progress reports every four weeks.-Language Extension activities once per term, encouraging students to use English in new settings and contexts.-Readers to increase reading comprehension and understanding of American culture (for High Beginner and above).-Access to college computer facilities, libraries and labs at Citrus, Marymount and Lock Haven locations.-Access to numerous free activities and specially priced excursions.-Certificate of Completion upon successful graduation from each level.-Articulation agreements with numerous colleges allowing admission without a TOEFL score based on completion of the designated FLS level.-Personalized counseling and academic assistance.
Curriculum : FLS' most popular program, the Intensive English Program includes 25 lessons of instruction per week from qualified, native-speaking teachers. The Intensive English Program is a comprehensive approach to studying English. Students will have the advantage of three different classes: an integrated Core Class at one of nine FLS levels, a focused elective class covering a specific skill or topic and an Academic Workshop to round out your school day. The program places an exceptional emphasis on speaking. Students practice speaking skills frequently in class, receiving regular guidance and correction from their instructor.
Classroom Hour : Schedule may vary for each level.
Focus of Study and Benefits: -Nine levels of study from low beginner to high advanced.-Small class sizes of 15 or less, guaranteeing individual attention from your teacher.-Core Class emphasizing the four key language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.-Elective Class devoted to a specific topic or skill, such as TOEFL, Slang, Business English, American Culture, Public Speaking, Grammar, Composition, and more.-Exclusive English Everywhere program with weekly Hot Sheets, involving students' host family, activity guides and FLS staff in your learning process.-Weekly English tests and individualized progress reports every four weeks.-Language Extension activities once per term, encouraging students to use English in new settings and contexts.-Readers to increase reading comprehension and understanding of American culture (for High Beginner and above).-Access to college computer facilities, libraries and labs at Citrus, Marymount and Lock Haven locations.-Access to numerous free activities and specially priced excursions.-Certificate of Completion upon successful graduation from each level.-Articulation agreements with numerous colleges allowing admission without a TOEFL score based on completion of the designated FLS level.-Personalized counseling and academic assistance.
Curriculum : FLS' most popular program, the Intensive English Program includes 25 lessons of instruction per week from qualified, native-speaking teachers. The Intensive English Program is a comprehensive approach to studying English. Students will have the advantage of three different classes: an integrated Core Class at one of nine FLS levels, a focused elective class covering a specific skill or topic and an Academic Workshop to round out your school day. The program places an exceptional emphasis on speaking. Students practice speaking skills frequently in class, receiving regular guidance and correction from their instructor.
Classroom Hour : Schedule may vary for each level.
Focus of Study : With a stimulating combination of our Core Class and varied Academic Workshops, the General English program takes your English to new levels. Our Academic Workshops include pronunciation clinics, conversation clubs, homework assistance and more to advance your English skills faster and give you more skill practice.
Curriculum : The program places an exceptional emphasis on speaking. Students will practice speaking skills frequently in class, receiving continual guidance and correction from their instructor.From beginner to high advanced, the program is divided into nine levels of study with 15 students or fewer in each class. The classes are held 24 lessons per week. Lab-style Academic Workshop offers a range of academic options each week, including Pronunciation Clinics, Conversation Clubs, Homework Labs, Computer Labs, and more. Core class emphasizes on speaking, listening, reading and writing. English Everywhere program includes weekly Hot Sheets, involving students' host family, activity guides and staff in their learning process and Language Extension activities once per term, allowing students to use English in new settings and new contexts.
Focus of Study : With a stimulating combination of our Core Class and varied Academic Workshops, the General English program takes your English to new levels. Our Academic Workshops include pronunciation clinics, conversation clubs, homework assistance and more to advance your English skills faster and give you more skill practice.
Curriculum : The program places an exceptional emphasis on speaking. Students will practice speaking skills frequently in class, receiving continual guidance and correction from their instructor.From beginner to high advanced, the program is divided into nine levels of study with 15 students or fewer in each class. The classes are held 24 lessons per week. Lab-style Academic Workshop offers a range of academic options each week, including Pronunciation Clinics, Conversation Clubs, Homework Labs, Computer Labs, and more. Core class emphasizes on speaking, listening, reading and writing. English Everywhere program includes weekly Hot Sheets, involving students' host family, activity guides and staff in their learning process and Language Extension activities once per term, allowing students to use English in new settings and new contexts.
Focus of Study and Benefit : International students face many obstacles before entering an American college or university, such as achieving English fluency and obtaining high standardized test scores. The FLS TOEFL Preparation Program is specifically designed to give students a critical advantage in taking the most commonly accepted exam at American institutions
Curriculum : The intensive program includes a total of 36 teacher-led lessons per week: 18 lessons of integrated study to improve all English skills; 12 lessons devoted to specific TOEFL strategies and skills and 6 lessons of Academic Workshops for additional language practice and skill development. Students work with an experienced instructor to hone their ability in the interrelated TOEFL skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Practice exams allow instructors to analyze students’ abilities and familiarize students with the test format and strategies.
Focus of Study and Benefit : International students face many obstacles before entering an American college or university, such as achieving English fluency and obtaining high standardized test scores. The FLS TOEFL Preparation Program is specifically designed to give students a critical advantage in taking the most commonly accepted exam at American institutions
Curriculum : The intensive program includes a total of 36 teacher-led lessons per week: 18 lessons of integrated study to improve all English skills; 12 lessons devoted to specific TOEFL strategies and skills and 6 lessons of Academic Workshops for additional language practice and skill development. Students work with an experienced instructor to hone their ability in the interrelated TOEFL skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Practice exams allow instructors to analyze students’ abilities and familiarize students with the test format and strategies.
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Fees
School's Admin fee
(USD)$ 150
Tuition
1 ~ 3 Week
4 ~ 11 Week
12 ~ 23 Week
24 ~ 31 Week
32 ~ 52 Week
(USD)$ 480 / Week
(USD)$ 445 / Week
(USD)$ 435 / Week
(USD)$ 395 / Week
(USD)$ 370 / Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Housing Placement
(USD)$ 200
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Weekly
(USD)$ 250
(USD)$ 450
Airport Pickup
(USD)$ 130
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
Homestay
A homestay is a great way to experience American culture while improving students' English ability. All of FSL centers offer homestay accommodation with American families individually selected by FLS. With host family student'll learn about American daily life, practice English on a regular basis and participate in many aspects of American culture that visitors often don't get to see.
International Guest House
Located in a beautiful brownstone in the heart of Downtown Boston, the International Guest House is a perfect place for students to meet students of other nationalities, access Boston’s historical attractions and, of course, improve their English! IGH is located in the prestigious Back Bay neighborhood, just minutes from the Charles River, the Boston Public Gardens, Newbury Street and public transportation. Students share spacious rooms with other students from all over the world and have access to common areas, TV rooms and laundry facilities. A buffet-style breakfast and dinner is served daily, wireless internet is offered for a small monthly fee and linens and towels are provided on a weekly basis. Each room in IGH comes equipped with a phone with a private phone number so that friends and family can reach the student at all times. As well as being a comfortable space for students to improve their English, IGH is located just blocks from FLS International at Boston Commons, making the morning commute to school an easy one
Dormitory
The new Boston dorms offer affordable, safe and clean shared accommodations to travelers from all over the world. Guests can join daily programs and meet other guests while being shown around Boston by a local. Students will stay in a quad room or twin room (additional fee) accommodation in the dorm. There are separate rooms for males and females as well as a communal bathroom (one per dorm unit), with showers and toilets. Rooms have a bunk bed and storage locker for each student. A state-of-the art laundry room is available for student use. Freshly laundered linens, a duvet cover and a towel are provided for each new student on arrival. There is a live-in FLS resident advisor. They are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Surrounding Area
The home of prestigious and renowned universities such as Harvard, MIT, Boston College and Boston University, Boston hosts the world’s largest and most diverse population of college students. Being the cultural, business and educational capital of New England, Boston offers many captivating attractions such as the Museum of Fine Arts, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and President John F. Kennedy Library and Museum. Students will find it easy to take the subway system to all the varied neighborhoods of this fascinating city, including Back Bay, the North End (Boston’s Little Italy), and Chinatown. On the weekends, FLS provides excursions to scenic Cape Cod, historic Salem and Plimoth Plantation and Vermont’s beautiful Green Mountains. Boston offers 4 distinct seasons. Spring and fall have moderate temperatures ranging from 6 to 12 degrees Celsius. Winters are full of snow and brisk weather, while summers are sunny and hot with temperatures ranging from 15 to 28 degrees Celsius.
Facilities
computer lab, student lounge, kitchen, students in advanced level classes, modern athletic facilities, libraries and language labs.
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My experiences at FLS
Hello, this is Sungmo Han (Mark) who has been learning English at FLS for about 1 year. I
have had a great time here and lots of new and wonderful experiences with FLS. In this
writing, I am willing to share what I have felt and experienced while studying here so that
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other students get some advice and better opportunities before they start their ESL program.
Learning English with qualified professional teachers
There is no doubt that English has become significant as a global language in the world. For
that reason, a large number of people are trying to learn English to communicate with others
from different countries or to have better chances in their lives. They have a strong desire to
speak English fluently. To be honest, it doesn't seem impossible that people learn English by
themselves in Korea. However, there are obviously limitations if they don't have professional
native speaking teachers. Students are able to take their classes with qualified professional
teachers who have PHD degrees of educating, which means students have higher possibilities
of improving their English compared to others who practice English by themselves in Korea.
Students who will study at FLS are surely going to be exposed to English all the time.
Besides teachers, students can practice their English with friends that have different accents.
English is no longer a single language that Americans or British are using. Students would
work with someone in the future who is not a native speaker but speaking English well. They
may have specific accents which sound unfamiliar, but if students study at FLS, they can get
used to various accents by talking to FLS friends. By doing so, they can understand English
spoken by foreigners easily.
Making new friends from all over the world
According to one TED talk video, The danger of a single story by Chmamanda Ngozi
Adichi, it is dangerous and negative to have misconceptions. Misconceptions would turn
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people into future racists, which means they can't accept differences and hardly understand
others. However, the world has become one, and it turns out essential to communicate with
diverse people from different countries and consider their differences. Therefore, people
should bash their single stories so that they can accept different cultures easily. Then, what is
the best and easiest way to debunk stereotypes? It is making new friends from all over the
world. Students can learn different cultures and accept them naturally and joyfully by
hanging out with their global friends at FLS. Aside from breaking a single story, there is
another positive side of making new global friends. Students can visit each other's countries.
In my case, I am going to Colombia soon thanks to one Colombian friend who used to study
with me at FLS and invited me to his house in Colombia. He also promised to visit Korea
next year. Students may be able to travel with their local friends in different countries.
Good chance to travel all over the US
The U.S. is one of the most interesting countries in the world, because of its size the U.S. is
definitely massive and each state has totally different lifestyles. FLS has several branches in
different areas such as Boston, New York, LA, Las Vegas and so on. Students at FLS can
transfer to another branch. It would help them to have extremely different experiences. In
addition, they travel within the U.S. easily by moving to another branch or taking a vacation.
Honestly, it is not easy to come and travel in the U.S. for Korean students. However, once
they start studying in the U.S., it is a good chance to travel here, and in terms of material it is
much more economical rather than starting to travel from Korea, because they can use
domestic airlines for their journey in the U.S., which are less expensive. I have been to Miami,
Las Vegas, San Diego, LA, Boston, New York, Washington DC, Chicago and so on. As I
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mentioned some cities in the U.S., I have been to lots of places in United States and I could
figure out why and how United States has become the most powerful country. As I mentioned
earlier, each city or each state has particular cultures and life styles, and incredibly these
different cultures are combined and coexist perfectly. I encourage students to travel a lot in
United States, so that they can expand their points of view about the world.
FLS offers their students interesting activities.
Even though I came here to learn English, if I took only classes in a classroom, I would get
bored and lose my interests towards English. However, fortunately FLS always prepares
various activities for their students. The most impressive one that I have done recently is a
field trip to test a new app. We took a fieldtrip to CENGAGE and tested their new app and
gave them our opinions or feedback about the new app. It was a great experience, because I
could visit their office and get to know how they worked and developed their app. FLS has
always tried its best to make their students get interested and experience new things.
Wonderful!
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!
Regret
From now on, I will talk about my regret. It is not about FLS. It is all about myself. I used to
think that I should focus on practicing speaking, because it was difficult to practice speaking
in Korea and I wanted to speak in English fluently so that I could have a conversation with
others. As a result, I have neglected other parts such as reading, writing and listening.
However, it was my mistake. Everything is related. For example, I could learn new slang by
reading something and practice them by talking to somebody or I could acquire new
expressions by listening and use them in my writing. Each part of English would help to
improve other parts of English. Therefore, I want other students not to focus on only one part,
and the best way to practice all elements in English is to take a TOEFL class. In TOEFL class,
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I could learn more academic English, which is an amalgam of all the very useful skills you
need to practice towards your academic success.
I have written some of my experiences and thoughts that I have had at FLS, and hopefully it
is helpful advice for new students. Thank you for reading it.
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