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LSI USA

LSI USA offers comprehensive English language education across its campuses in New York, San Diego, Berkeley, and Boston. Each campus provides a welcoming international atmosphere, experienced instructors, modern facilities, and a strong focus on communication skills. In addition to General English, LSI offers specialized options for working adults and professionals—including Business English, Mini Group courses, and One-to-One lessons. The schools also provide exam preparation courses (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge) and a university pathway program designed to support students aiming to enter U.S. colleges or universities. With flexible programs and full academic guidance, students of all backgrounds can develop their English confidently and effectively.

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LSI USA

School features

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Diverse and International Student Community

LSI USA attracts students from all over the world, creating a warm and multicultural learning environment. This diversity allows students to practice natural English every day and deepen their understanding of different cultures.

Small Class Sizes and an Approachable Atmosphere

With medium-sized campuses and small classes, students can easily interact with teachers, ask questions, and make friends in a friendly and supportive setting.

Wide Range of Course Options

LSI offers a variety of programs including General English, Business English, exam preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge), Medical English, Legal English, Mini Group courses, One-to-One lessons, and adult-focused activity programs—ensuring that every learner can find a course that fits their goals.

Strong University Pathway Opportunities

LSI USA partners with multiple colleges and universities, providing clear pathways to higher education in the United States. Academic advisors support students with applications, academic English, and the skills needed for university success.

Friendly and Supportive Staff

LSI’s dedicated staff supports students in all areas—academics, accommodation, daily life, and visa questions—ensuring a safe and comfortable study abroad experience.

Flexible Options for Short- and Long-Term Study

Programs are available from one week to over a year. Whether students want a short study experience while traveling or a long-term program to build strong English skills, LSI offers flexible options.

LSI USA

Our Courses

LSI USA

General 20 (Boston, Berkeley, San Diego)

During the lessons, you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. Classes cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. You use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises, including role-plays, authentic materials, newspapers, magazines, YouTube and other internet content.

Course length

1-52 weeks

Available starts

Anytime during the year except for Christmas and New Year.

Schedule (weekdays)

For NY, San Diego, and Berkeley
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:10 Break
11:10 - 12:50 Lessons 3 & 4

Boston
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:20 Break
11:20 - 13:00 Lessons 3 & 4

Course hours per week: 16.67 hrs

Other features

English test prep elective classes
We offer well-structured TOEFL exam preparation programs and advice on exam strategies to ensure that you are fully prepared when you take your exam.

Higher education prep elective class
LSI’s Pathways program includes the Academic English course. This course is built by the counsellor, student, and academic manager to give the student the best chance of reaching their chosen institution’s academic targets.
The course is a combination of:
- General English
- Cambridge Assessment
- Exam Preparation and Academic Exam (IELTS/ TOEFL) preparation

1 week
to 3 months
3 months
to 6 months
6 months
to 9 months
9 months
to 1 year

1 week

C$470

2 weeks

C$940

3 weeks

C$1,410

4 weeks (≈ 1 month)

C$1,800

5 weeks

C$2,250

6 weeks

C$2,700

7 weeks

C$3,150

8 weeks (≈ 2 months)

C$3,600

9 weeks

C$4,050

10 weeks

C$4,500

11 weeks

C$4,950

12 weeks (≈ 3 months)

C$5,040

13 weeks

C$5,460

14 weeks

C$5,880

15 weeks

C$6,300

16 weeks (≈ 4 months)

C$6,720

17 weeks

C$7,140

18 weeks

C$7,560

19 weeks

C$7,980

20 weeks

C$8,400

21 weeks (≈ 5 months)

C$8,820

22 weeks

C$9,240

23 weeks

C$9,660

24 weeks

C$9,360

25 weeks

C$9,750

26 weeks (≈ 6 months)

C$10,140

27 weeks

C$10,530

28 weeks

C$10,920

29 weeks

C$11,310

30 weeks (≈ 7 months)

C$11,700

31 weeks

C$12,090

32 weeks

C$12,480

33 weeks

C$12,870

34 weeks

C$13,260

35 weeks (≈ 8 months)

C$13,650

36 weeks

C$14,040

37 weeks

C$14,430

38 weeks

C$14,820

39 weeks (≈ 9 months)

C$15,210

40 weeks

C$15,600

41 weeks

C$15,990

42 weeks

C$16,380

43 weeks (≈ 10 months)

C$16,770

44 weeks

C$17,160

45 weeks

C$17,550

46 weeks

C$17,940

47 weeks

C$18,330

48 weeks (≈ 11 months)

C$18,720

Registration fee

C$185

Registration fee is not included in the price. Courses lasting 9 weeks or more do not require a registration fee.

General 20 (Boston, Berkeley, San Diego)

Total course costs

Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.

The program includes the materials, except for Cambridge exam prep courses.

Registration fee

C$185

COURSE DETAILS

LSI USA

Get started

Beginner

You know only a few words and phrases.
• IELTS 1
• Estimated study period: 4–6 weeks

Intermediate

You have better control of grammar and vocabulary. Errors are still frequent, but you have a good understanding of the language.

• IELTS 4-5 / TOEFL iBT 57-86
• B1
• 8-12 weeks of study
• Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary Entry to vocational or academic preparation courses.

Advanced

You communicate very well using most structures accurately.

• IELTS 6.5+
• TOEFL iBT 110–120 • C1 & C2
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced & C2 Proficiency
• Progression varies, including entry to postgraduate degree courses or employment in your host country.

LSI USA

General 20 (New York)

During the lessons, you will rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. Classes cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading, and writing. You will use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises, including role-plays, authentic materials, newspapers, magazines, YouTube and other internet content.

Course length

1-52 weeks

Available starts

Anytime during the year except for Christmas and New Year.

Schedule (weekdays)

For NY, San Diego, and Berkeley
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:10 Break
11:10 - 12:50 Lessons 3 & 4

Boston
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:20 Break
11:20 - 13:00 Lessons 3 & 4

Course hours per week: 16.67 hrs

Other features

English test prep elective classes
We offer well-structured TOEFL exam preparation programs and advice on exam strategies to ensure that you are fully prepared when you take your exam.

Higher education prep elective class
LSI’s Pathways program includes the Academic English course. This course is built by the counselor, student, and academic manager to give the student the best chance of reaching their chosen institution’s academic targets.
The course is a combination of:
- General English
- Cambridge Assessment
- Exam Preparation and Academic Exam (IELTS/ TOEFL) preparation

Business class
English is the international language of business. We have therefore developed a special, flexible, 12 module course designed to rapidly improve your business communication skills. Every 12 weeks, we recycle the modules with a fresh syllabus. This means students who wish to study longer and consolidate and expand their knowledge of a particular area can do so without repeating any material.

1 week
to 3 months
3 months
to 6 months
6 months
to 9 months
9 months
to 1 year

1 week

C$500

2 weeks

C$1,000

3 weeks

C$1,500

4 weeks (≈ 1 month)

C$1,920

5 weeks

C$2,400

6 weeks

C$2,880

7 weeks

C$3,360

8 weeks (≈ 2 months)

C$3,840

9 weeks

C$4,320

10 weeks

C$4,800

11 weeks

C$5,280

12 weeks (≈ 3 months)

C$5,520

13 weeks

C$5,980

14 weeks

C$6,440

15 weeks

C$6,900

16 weeks (≈ 4 months)

C$7,360

17 weeks

C$7,820

18 weeks

C$8,280

19 weeks

C$8,740

20 weeks

C$9,200

21 weeks (≈ 5 months)

C$9,660

22 weeks

C$10,120

23 weeks

C$10,580

24 weeks

C$10,080

25 weeks

C$10,500

26 weeks (≈ 6 months)

C$10,920

27 weeks

C$11,340

28 weeks

C$11,760

29 weeks

C$12,180

30 weeks (≈ 7 months)

C$12,600

31 weeks

C$13,020

32 weeks

C$13,440

33 weeks

C$13,860

34 weeks

C$14,280

35 weeks (≈ 8 months)

C$14,700

36 weeks

C$15,120

37 weeks

C$15,540

38 weeks

C$15,960

39 weeks (≈ 9 months)

C$16,380

40 weeks

C$16,800

41 weeks

C$17,220

42 weeks

C$17,640

43 weeks (≈ 10 months)

C$18,060

44 weeks

C$18,480

45 weeks

C$18,900

46 weeks

C$19,320

47 weeks

C$19,740

48 weeks (≈ 11 months)

C$20,160

Registration fee

C$185

Registration fee is not included in the price. Courses lasting 9 weeks or more do not require a registration fee.

General 20 (New York)

Total course costs

Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.

The program includes the materials, except for Cambridge exam prep courses.

Registration fee

C$185

COURSE DETAILS

LSI USA

Get started

Beginner

You know only a few words and phrases.
• IELTS 1
• Estimated study period: 4–6 weeks

Intermediate

You have better control of grammar and vocabulary. Errors are still frequent, but you have a good understanding of the language.

• IELTS 4-5 / TOEFL iBT 57-86
• B1
• 8-12 weeks of study
• Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary Entry to vocational or academic preparation courses.

Advanced

You communicate very well using most structures accurately.

• IELTS 6.5+
• TOEFL iBT 110–120 • C1 & C2
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced & C2 Proficiency
• Progression varies, including entry to postgraduate degree courses or employment in your host country.

LSI USA

Intensive 25 (Boston, Berkeley, San Diego)

You will rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. Classes cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading, and writing. You will use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises, including role-plays, authentic materials, newspapers, magazines, YouTube, and other internet content. For the afternoon sessions, there are elective lessons as well. Students can choose from the options of Fluency, Business English, Exam Preparation, or Academic English.

Course length

1-52 weeks

Available starts

Every Monday except the holidays, Christmas and New Year.

Schedule (weekdays)

MORNING CLASS

For NY, San Diego, and Berkeley
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:10 Break
11:10 - 12:50 Lessons 3 & 4

Boston
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:20 Break
11:20 - 13:00 Lessons 3 & 4

AFTERNOON CLASS

San Diego and Berkeley
Afternoon classes 2 days per week
(4.17 hrs per week)
13:50 - 16:05 Lessons 5 & 6*
2 days per week

New York
14:00 - 16:10 Lessons 5 & 6*

Boston
Afternoon classes 2 days per week
(4.17 hrs per week)
13:30 - 15:30 Lessons 5 & 6*

Course hours per week: 20.83 hrs

Other features

English test prep elective classes
We offer well-structured TOEFL exam preparation programs and advice on exam strategies to ensure that you are fully prepared when you take your exam.

Higher education prep elective class
LSI’s Pathways program includes the Academic English course. This course is built by the counsellor, student, and academic manager to give the student the best chance of reaching their chosen institution’s academic targets.
The course is a combination of:
- General English
- Cambridge Assessment
- Exam Preparation and Academic Exam (IELTS/ TOEFL) preparation

1 week
to 3 months
3 months
to 6 months
6 months
to 9 months
9 months
to 1 year

1 week

C$535

2 weeks

C$1,070

3 weeks

C$1,605

4 weeks (≈ 1 month)

C$2,020

5 weeks

C$2,525

6 weeks

C$3,030

7 weeks

C$3,535

8 weeks (≈ 2 months)

C$4,040

9 weeks

C$4,545

10 weeks

C$5,050

11 weeks

C$5,555

12 weeks (≈ 3 months)

C$5,760

13 weeks

C$6,240

14 weeks

C$6,720

15 weeks

C$7,200

16 weeks (≈ 4 months)

C$7,680

17 weeks

C$8,160

18 weeks

C$8,640

19 weeks

C$9,120

20 weeks

C$9,600

21 weeks (≈ 5 months)

C$10,080

22 weeks

C$10,560

23 weeks

C$11,040

24 weeks

C$10,680

25 weeks

C$11,125

26 weeks (≈ 6 months)

C$11,570

27 weeks

C$12,015

28 weeks

C$12,460

29 weeks

C$12,905

30 weeks (≈ 7 months)

C$13,350

31 weeks

C$13,795

32 weeks

C$14,240

33 weeks

C$14,685

34 weeks

C$15,130

35 weeks (≈ 8 months)

C$15,575

36 weeks

C$16,020

37 weeks

C$16,465

38 weeks

C$16,910

39 weeks (≈ 9 months)

C$17,355

40 weeks

C$17,800

41 weeks

C$18,245

42 weeks

C$18,690

43 weeks (≈ 10 months)

C$19,135

44 weeks

C$19,580

45 weeks

C$20,025

46 weeks

C$20,470

47 weeks

C$20,915

48 weeks (≈ 11 months)

C$21,360

Registration fee

C$185

Registration fee is not included in the price. Courses lasting 9 weeks or more do not require a registration fee.

Intensive 25 (Boston, Berkeley, San Diego)

Total course costs

Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.

The program includes the materials, except for Cambridge exam prep courses.

Registration fee

C$185

COURSE DETAILS

LSI USA

Get started

Beginner

You know only a few words and phrases.
• IELTS 1
• Estimated study period: 4–6 weeks

Intermediate

You have better control of grammar and vocabulary. Errors are still frequent, but you have a good understanding of the language.

• IELTS 4-5 / TOEFL iBT 57-86
• B1
• 8-12 weeks of study
• Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary Entry to vocational or academic preparation courses.

Advanced

You communicate very well using most structures accurately.

• IELTS 6.5+
• TOEFL iBT 110–120 • C1 & C2
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced & C2 Proficiency
• Progression varies, including entry to postgraduate degree courses or employment in your host country.

LSI USA

Intensive 25 (New York)

You will rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. Classes cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading, and writing. You will use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises, including role-plays, authentic materials, newspapers, magazines, YouTube, and other internet content. For the afternoon sessions, there are elective lessons as well. Students can choose from the options of Fluency, Business English, Exam Preparation, or Academic English.

Course length

1-52 weeks

Available starts

Every Monday except the holidays, Christmas and New Year.

Schedule (weekdays)

MORNING CLASS

For NY, San Diego, and Berkeley
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:10 Break
11:10 - 12:50 Lessons 3 & 4

Boston
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:20 Break
11:20 - 13:00 Lessons 3 & 4

AFTERNOON CLASS

San Diego and Berkeley
Afternoon classes 2 days per week
(4.17 hrs per week)
13:50 - 16:05 Lessons 5 & 6*
2 days per week

New York
14:00 - 16:10 Lessons 5 & 6*

Boston
Afternoon classes 2 days per week
(4.17 hrs per week)
13:30 - 15:30 Lessons 5 & 6*

Course hours per week: 20.83 hrs

Other features

English test prep elective classes
We offer well-structured TOEFL exam preparation programs and advice on exam strategies to ensure that you are fully prepared when you take your exam.

Higher education prep elective class
LSI’s Pathways program includes the Academic English course. This course is built by the counsellor, student, and academic manager to give the student the best chance of reaching their chosen institution’s academic targets.
The course is a combination of:
- General English
- Cambridge Assessment
- Exam Preparation and Academic Exam (IELTS/ TOEFL) preparation

Business class
English is the international language of business. We have therefore developed a special, flexible, 12-module course designed to rapidly improve your business communication skills. Every 12 weeks, we recycle the modules with a fresh syllabus. This means students who wish to study longer and consolidate and expand their knowledge of a particular area can do so without repeating any material.

1 week
to 3 months
3 months
to 6 months
6 months
to 9 months
9 months
to 1 year

1 week

C$575

2 weeks

C$1,150

3 weeks

C$1,725

4 weeks (≈ 1 month)

C$2,180

5 weeks

C$2,725

6 weeks

C$3,270

7 weeks

C$3,815

8 weeks (≈ 2 months)

C$4,360

9 weeks

C$4,905

10 weeks

C$5,450

11 weeks

C$5,995

12 weeks (≈ 3 months)

C$6,180

13 weeks

C$6,695

14 weeks

C$7,210

15 weeks

C$7,725

16 weeks (≈ 4 months)

C$8,240

17 weeks

C$8,755

18 weeks

C$9,270

19 weeks

C$9,785

20 weeks

C$10,300

21 weeks (≈ 5 months)

C$10,815

22 weeks

C$11,330

23 weeks

C$11,845

24 weeks

C$11,520

25 weeks

C$12,000

26 weeks (≈ 6 months)

C$12,480

27 weeks

C$12,960

28 weeks

C$13,440

29 weeks

C$13,920

30 weeks (≈ 7 months)

C$14,400

31 weeks

C$14,880

32 weeks

C$15,360

33 weeks

C$15,840

34 weeks

C$16,320

35 weeks (≈ 8 months)

C$16,800

36 weeks

C$17,280

37 weeks

C$17,760

38 weeks

C$18,240

39 weeks (≈ 9 months)

C$18,720

40 weeks

C$19,200

41 weeks

C$19,680

42 weeks

C$20,160

43 weeks (≈ 10 months)

C$20,640

44 weeks

C$21,120

45 weeks

C$21,600

46 weeks

C$22,080

47 weeks

C$22,560

48 weeks (≈ 11 months)

C$23,040

Registration fee

C$185

Registration fee is not included in the price. Courses lasting 9 weeks or more do not require a registration fee.

Intensive 25 (New York)

Total course costs

Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.

The program includes the materials, except for Cambridge exam prep courses.

Students in New York can take Business 20 or Exam 20 alongside General 20 sessions and afternoon electives.

Registration fee

C$185

COURSE DETAILS

LSI USA

Get started

Beginner

You know only a few words and phrases.
• IELTS 1
• Estimated study period: 4–6 weeks

Intermediate

You have better control of grammar and vocabulary. Errors are still frequent, but you have a good understanding of the language.

• IELTS 4-5 / TOEFL iBT 57-86
• B1
• 8-12 weeks of study
• Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary Entry to vocational or academic preparation courses.

Advanced

You communicate very well using most structures accurately.

• IELTS 6.5+
• TOEFL iBT 110–120 • C1 & C2
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced & C2 Proficiency
• Progression varies, including entry to postgraduate degree courses or employment in your host country.

LSI USA

Intensive 30 (Boston, Berkeley, San Diego)

During the lessons, you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. Classes cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. You use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises, including role-plays, authentic materials, newspapers, magazines, YouTube and other internet content.

Course length

1-52 weeks

Available starts

Anytime during the year except for Christmas and New Year.

Schedule (weekdays)

MORNING CLASS

For NY, San Diego, and Berkeley
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:10 Break
11:10 - 12:50 Lessons 3 & 4

Boston
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:20 Break
11:20 - 13:00 Lessons 3 & 4

AFTERNOON CLASS

San Diego and Berkeley
Afternoon 10 Part Time / Part of Intensive 30
Executive English 10
(8.3hrs per week)
13:50 - 16:05 Lessons 5 & 6*
4 days per week

New York
14:00 - 16:10 Lessons 5 & 6*

Boston
Afternoon 10 Part Time / Part of Intensive 30
Executive English 10
(8.3hrs per week)
13:30 - 15:30 Lessons 5 & 6*

Course hours per week: 25 hrs

Other features

English test prep elective classes
We offer well-structured TOEFL exam preparation programs and advice on exam strategies to ensure that you are fully prepared when you take your exam.

Higher education prep elective class
LSI’s Pathways program includes the Academic English course. This course is built by the counselor, student, and academic manager to give the student the best chance of reaching their chosen institution’s academic targets.
The course is a combination of:
- General English
- Cambridge Assessment
- Exam Preparation and Academic Exam (IELTS/ TOEFL) preparation

1 week
to 3 months
3 months
to 6 months
6 months
to 9 months
9 months
to 1 year

1 week

C$600

2 weeks

C$1,200

3 weeks

C$1,800

4 weeks (≈ 1 month)

C$2,280

5 weeks

C$2,850

6 weeks

C$3,420

7 weeks

C$3,990

8 weeks (≈ 2 months)

C$4,560

9 weeks

C$5,130

10 weeks

C$5,700

11 weeks

C$6,270

12 weeks (≈ 3 months)

C$6,420

13 weeks

C$6,955

14 weeks

C$7,490

15 weeks

C$8,025

16 weeks (≈ 4 months)

C$8,560

17 weeks

C$9,095

18 weeks

C$9,630

19 weeks

C$10,165

20 weeks

C$10,700

21 weeks (≈ 5 months)

C$11,235

22 weeks

C$11,770

23 weeks

C$12,305

24 weeks

C$11,760

25 weeks

C$12,250

26 weeks (≈ 6 months)

C$12,740

27 weeks

C$13,230

28 weeks

C$13,720

29 weeks

C$14,210

30 weeks (≈ 7 months)

C$14,700

31 weeks

C$15,190

32 weeks

C$15,680

33 weeks

C$16,170

34 weeks

C$16,660

35 weeks (≈ 8 months)

C$17,150

36 weeks

C$17,640

37 weeks

C$18,130

38 weeks

C$18,620

39 weeks (≈ 9 months)

C$19,110

40 weeks

C$19,600

41 weeks

C$20,090

42 weeks

C$20,580

43 weeks (≈ 10 months)

C$21,070

44 weeks

C$21,560

45 weeks

C$22,050

46 weeks

C$22,540

47 weeks

C$23,030

48 weeks (≈ 11 months)

C$23,520

Registration fee

C$185

Registration fee is not included in the price. Courses lasting 9 weeks or more do not require a registration fee.

Intensive 30 (Boston, Berkeley, San Diego)

Total course costs

Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.

The program includes the materials, except for Cambridge exam prep courses.

Registration fee

C$185

COURSE DETAILS

LSI USA

Get started

Beginner

You know only a few words and phrases.
• IELTS 1
• Estimated study period: 4–6 weeks

Intermediate

You have better control of grammar and vocabulary. Errors are still frequent, but you have a good understanding of the language.

• IELTS 4-5 / TOEFL iBT 57-86
• B1
• 8-12 weeks of study
• Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary Entry to vocational or academic preparation courses.

Advanced

You communicate very well using most structures accurately.

• IELTS 6.5+
• TOEFL iBT 110–120 • C1 & C2
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced & C2 Proficiency
• Progression varies, including entry to postgraduate degree courses or employment in your host country.

LSI USA

Intensive 30 (New York)

During the lessons, you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. Classes cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. You use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises, including role-plays, authentic materials, newspapers, magazines, YouTube and other internet content.

Course length

1-52 weeks

Available starts

Anytime during the year except for Christmas and New Year.

Schedule (weekdays)

MORNING CLASS

For NY, San Diego, and Berkeley
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:10 Break
11:10 - 12:50 Lessons 3 & 4

Boston
General 20 Full Time
(16.7 hrs per week)
09:10 - 10:50 Lessons 1 & 2
10:50 - 11:20 Break
11:20 - 13:00 Lessons 3 & 4

AFTERNOON CLASS

San Diego and Berkeley
Afternoon 10 Part Time / Part of Intensive 30
Executive English 10
(8.3hrs per week)
13:50 - 16:05 Lessons 5 & 6*
4 days per week

New York
14:00 - 16:10 Lessons 5 & 6*

Boston
Afternoon 10 Part Time / Part of Intensive 30
Executive English 10
(8.3hrs per week)
13:30 - 15:30 Lessons 5 & 6*

Course hours per week: 25 hrs

Other features

English test prep elective classes
We offer well-structured TOEFL exam preparation programs and advice on exam strategies to ensure that you are fully prepared when you take your exam.

Higher education prep elective class
LSI’s Pathways program includes the Academic English course. This course is built by the counsellor, student, and academic manager to give the student the best chance of reaching their chosen institution’s academic targets.
The course is a combination of:
- General English
- Cambridge Assessment
- Exam Preparation and Academic Exam (IELTS/ TOEFL) preparation

Business class
English is the international language of business. We have therefore developed a special, flexible, 12-module course designed to rapidly improve your business communication skills. Every 12 weeks, we recycle the modules with a fresh syllabus. This means students who wish to study longer and consolidate and expand their knowledge of a particular area can do so without repeating any material.

1 week
to 3 months
3 months
to 6 months
6 months
to 9 months
9 months
to 1 year

1 week

C$625

2 weeks

C$1,250

3 weeks

C$1,875

4 weeks (≈ 1 month)

C$2,380

5 weeks

C$2,975

6 weeks

C$3,570

7 weeks

C$4,165

8 weeks (≈ 2 months)

C$4,760

9 weeks

C$5,355

10 weeks

C$5,950

11 weeks

C$6,545

12 weeks (≈ 3 months)

C$6,780

13 weeks

C$7,345

14 weeks

C$7,910

15 weeks

C$8,475

16 weeks (≈ 4 months)

C$9,040

17 weeks

C$9,605

18 weeks

C$10,170

19 weeks

C$10,735

20 weeks

C$11,300

21 weeks (≈ 5 months)

C$11,865

22 weeks

C$12,430

23 weeks

C$12,995

24 weeks

C$12,360

25 weeks

C$12,875

26 weeks (≈ 6 months)

C$13,390

27 weeks

C$13,905

28 weeks

C$14,420

29 weeks

C$14,935

30 weeks (≈ 7 months)

C$15,450

31 weeks

C$15,965

32 weeks

C$16,480

33 weeks

C$16,995

34 weeks

C$17,510

35 weeks (≈ 8 months)

C$18,025

36 weeks

C$18,540

37 weeks

C$19,055

38 weeks

C$19,570

39 weeks (≈ 9 months)

C$20,085

40 weeks

C$20,600

41 weeks

C$21,115

42 weeks

C$21,630

43 weeks (≈ 10 months)

C$22,145

44 weeks

C$22,660

45 weeks

C$23,175

46 weeks

C$23,690

47 weeks

C$24,205

48 weeks (≈ 11 months)

C$24,720

Registration fee

C$185

Registration fee is not included in the price. Courses lasting 9 weeks or more do not require a registration fee.

Intensive 30 (New York)

Total course costs

Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.

The program includes the materials, except for Cambridge exam prep courses.

Students in New York can take Business 20 or Exam 20 alongside General 20 sessions and afternoon electives.

Registration fee

C$185

COURSE DETAILS

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Beginner

You know only a few words and phrases.
• IELTS 1
• Estimated study period: 4–6 weeks

Intermediate

You have better control of grammar and vocabulary. Errors are still frequent, but you have a good understanding of the language.

• IELTS 4-5 / TOEFL iBT 57-86
• B1
• 8-12 weeks of study
• Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary Entry to vocational or academic preparation courses.

Advanced

You communicate very well using most structures accurately.

• IELTS 6.5+
• TOEFL iBT 110–120 • C1 & C2
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced & C2 Proficiency
• Progression varies, including entry to postgraduate degree courses or employment in your host country.

LSI USA

Campuses & Location

New York

LSI New York is located in a stunning historic building designed by the same architects who created Grand Central Station. Situated in Lower Manhattan, the school is only a few blocks away from the One World Trade Center and the financial district, placing students at the center of one of the world’s most exciting urban hubs.The surrounding area offers endless cultural experiences—from iconic landmarks such as Wall Street and Battery Park to world-class museums, art galleries, and Broadway theaters. Students can also explore the vibrant neighborhoods of SoHo, Tribeca, and Chinatown, all just a short walk or subway ride away. With its dynamic energy, global population, and rich cultural diversity, New York is the ideal destination for students seeking an immersive and unforgettable study abroad experience.

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5mins to Rector station

Boston

LSI Boston is located along the beautiful coast of Massachusetts, less than a 5-minute walk from major public transportation. As one of the oldest and most academic cities in the United States, Boston is home to world-renowned universities such as Harvard University and MIT, giving the entire city a vibrant intellectual atmosphere.The area surrounding the school is safe, walkable, and filled with cafés, bookstores, museums, and historic landmarks. Students can explore famous sites such as the Boston Common, the Freedom Trail, the Museum of Fine Arts, and the scenic Charles River Esplanade. With its rich cultural heritage, charming neighborhoods, and large student population, Boston provides an inspiring and comfortable environment for international learners.

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Less than 5mins to South Boston station

San Diego

LSI San Diego is located in the vibrant downtown area, surrounded by restaurants, cafés, shops, and convenient public transportation. The city is famous for its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and relaxed lifestyle, making it a perfect choice for students who want to study in a friendly and sunny environment. The school is within walking distance of major attractions such as the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Symphony Hall, and San Diego Bay. Students can enjoy outdoor activities year-round, including surfing, kayaking, and visiting scenic coastal areas. San Diego offers the ideal balance of academic study and outdoor adventure.

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15mins to Little italy station

Berkeley

LSI Berkeley is located in the lively Downtown Berkeley area, just two blocks from the University of California, Berkeley—one of the top academic institutions in the world. The neighborhood is known for its student-friendly cafés, independent bookstores, music venues, and artistic culture.
Students can enjoy a unique blend of academic excellence and a relaxed California lifestyle. San Francisco is easily accessible by BART, allowing students to explore the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, and world-famous tech and art scenes. With its progressive atmosphere and strong academic presence, Berkeley offers a creative, open-minded, and welcoming environment for international learners.

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1 min to Berkley station

Accommodation

Available accommodations (NY)

New York – Homestay (host family)

A great option to practice English daily and experience real NYC life. LSI selects and regularly checks host families. Choose a single (or twin if two students book together) with B&B or half-board (breakfast + dinner); linen/towels included and homes are near public transport (typical commute 40–60+ mins).

NY price highlight (Single room, outside Manhattan, HB): $490/week.

LSI USA - Dormitory

New York – Dormitory (shared room)

A budget-friendly, social setup with 6-, 10-, or 12-bed dorms (shared bathrooms), self-catering, A/C + Wi-Fi, workspace, luggage storage, game room, guest laundry, and 24/7 reception. Group bookings only.

Prices listed from $40/week.

If you’re interested in exploring other accommodation options, please feel free to take a look at our other accommodation options.

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Student demographics (NY)

Students come from all over the world to study at this school.

Brazil
22%
Israel
12%
Colombia
8%
Türkiye
10%
France
5%
Italy
4%
Japan
4%
Others
39%

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