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International School of Advanced LearningBoston, USA

20 Linden St, 2nd floor - 02134 Boston - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
  • Lessons are for 70 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
  • Learning progress guarantee.
What we dislike about the school
  • Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0.99009900990099%
18-24 years 24.752475247525%
25-34 years 49.50495049505%
35-50 years 19.80198019802%
>50 years 4.950495049505%
The average age outside summer is 7 years higher than in summer.

Location: International School of Advanced Learning (ISAL) Boston is located in the historic American city of Boston. The school is housed in the Allston neighbourhood and has several links to public transport, amenities, bars, eateries and residential properties nearby. Students have Boston city centre around a 20-40-minute journey from the school, depending on the public transport mode chosen.

Course selection: ISAL Boston provides a range of courses with something suitable for students of all levels. In addition to General English programmes taught over various schedules and intensities, the school has programmes in Writing Skills, Exam Preparation (TOEFL, IELTS), and Business English.

Accommodation: ISAL Boston started to provide accommodation at the end of 2023. They offer single rooms in a shared house within a 1-minute walk of the school. The accommodation is in a renovated building and has fully furnished rooms, a washer & dryer, central heating and air conditioning and a fully functioning kitchen with appliances. It is also close to restaurants and shops.

Getting around: ISAL Boston has bus and train links close by, the Boston Landing train station being within a 15-minute walk of the school's front doors.

Social and cultural: The school is housed in a residential area of Alston, on the outskirts of Boston city, ensuring that students receive a view into the "real life" of the city and its surrounding occupants. TISAL Boston also organises movie clubs, field trips, conversation clubs, and has a Cultural Calendar for all students to enjoy.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Intensive English CoursePopular English course
15 lessons per week
|
16 students (max)
Offer!from
200US$190US$
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
TOEFL Exam PreparationRecommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
10 students (max)
Offer!from
200US$190US$
Course Details
IELTS Exam PreparationRecommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
10 students (max)
Offer!from
200US$190US$
Course Details

Our prices for International School of Advanced Learning include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee

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International School of Advanced Learning

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACCETNAFSASEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at International School of Advanced Learning and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Year of school foundation
2013
Legal name/parent company
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF ADVANCED LEARNING LLC | Tax registration ID: 46-3568385

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Cafeteria

  • Drink vending machine

  • Fridge for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Auditorium

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Self-study areas

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free coffee

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Career guidance service (paid)

  • Guidance for further higher education (paid)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 10
    • Number of public PC workstations: 8

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Additional comment about facilities of school
Parking is $50 for a 4 week session.

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 100
Throughout the year: 100
Minimum age of students
17 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
Average age of students
In summer: 18 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 10%
Turkey 8%
Saudi Arabia 5%
Venezuela 4%
Korea 4%
Japan 4%
China 4%
Chile 4%
Iran 1%
Italy 1%
Other nationalities 55%

Information for all courses offered by International School of Advanced Learning

Lesson duration
70 minutes
School's administrative fee
200.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 150 US$ per course level.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 80 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 15 Apr 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 03 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Apr 2025, 25 Aug 2025 - 29 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Logan International Airport:
100 US$ one way
200 US$ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Boston and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Boston page. For flight comparisons to Boston, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Netherlands can travel and study a language course up to 18 hours a week and for a maximum of 90 days without a full visa. It is just necessary to apply online for an ESTA card (Electronic System for Travel Authorization).
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
100 US$
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

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Questions and answers about International School of Advanced Learning

  • “You can book the course for him/her on the website, however, you cannot get the letter of acceptance on his/her behalf.”
    Carlos Eduardo, LanguageCourse.net - Jun 22, 2023
  • “International School of Advanced Learning in Boston, USA, offers a course start every Monday of the year. The school accepts students of all levels, allowing great flexibility for new students who wish to begin their learning at any time.”
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - May 06, 2024

FAQ about International School of Advanced Learning, Boston

  • English courses at International School of Advanced Learning start at 190 US$ for Intensive English Course course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Logan International Airport (100 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International School of Advanced Learning varies from 10 students (TOEFL Exam Preparation) to 16 students (Intensive English Course)
  • 100% of teachers at International School of Advanced Learning hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at International School of Advanced Learning comes from Brazil with a 10% representation, followed by students from Russia (10%) and Turkey (8%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • International School of Advanced Learning offers courses from 17 years to 99. Average age is 18 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

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