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Kaplan International Languages - WestwoodLos Angeles, USA

1100 Glendon Avenue - CA90024 Los Angeles - see on map
What we like about the school
  • Optional access to K+ : online platform
  • Gym facilities available on campus.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0%
18-24 years 75%
25-34 years 25%
35-50 years 0%
>50 years 0%
The average age outside summer is 4 years higher than in summer.

Location: This school is found in the neighbourhood known as Westwood, to the far west of Los Angeles. It is a few streets away from the University of California Los Angeles Campus. The centre of the area is minutes from the school, and there is a thriving epicentre with shops, bars, restaurants, nightclubs and malls.

Public transportation: Whilst everything within Westwood is within walking distance of the school, there are transportation routes to the other areas within Los Angeles. There are direct buses to Hollywood and Beverly Hills, a short walk from Kaplan School. The centre of Los Angeles is just over an hour away, and although there are no direct routes, there are a number of bus routes to take you there.

Local attractions: The Getty is a highlight of Westwood, and 35 minutes by public transport from the school. The Franklin Canyon Park is a 20-minute drive from Kaplan, whilst the Hollywood sign is 45 minutes away by car. The museums, galleries and other attractions within Los Angeles are all accessible by bus from the stations near the school. For those who want to relax on a beach after class, the Santa Monica beach is just over half an hour from Kaplan.

Courses: The school has exam courses for the TOEFL, GRE and GMAT exams. There are also general English lessons, individual and semi-private classes, business programmes as well as year and semester packages.

Social activities: Kaplan puts on an active social calendar for those coming to the Westwood school. There are a number of workshops available on various topics as well as surf lessons.

School chain: Kaplan Inc. is part of Graham Holdings, formerly of the Washington Post Company. A multinational group, Kaplan currently has schools in 9 countries throughout the world and has assisted over a million students in reaching their personal, professional and language goals.
With over 80 years of experience in the field, Kaplan schools are run to the highest of standards and have regularly been recognised with awards from within the Education Sector.
Kaplan is confident in their teaching methods, as is ensured with their "Kaplan Guaranteed Progress".
Kaplan International Languages is accredited by multiple international accreditors, including ACCET, the British Council, English Australia, Languages Canada, English New Zealand and ACELS.

English Courses

General Language
Private
Business
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress

Our prices for Kaplan International Languages - Westwood include

  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival

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Kaplan International Languages - Westwood

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACCETALTOSEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalBPPE
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
Students should arrive at 12:45
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 Kaplan International Languages - Westwood and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Kaplan International Languages - Westwood operated previously under the name
Kaplan International English,
Year of school foundation
1983
Legal name/parent company
Kaplan Inc. | Tax registration ID: 04053877

General school facilities

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Lounge

  • Free WIFI

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

  • Classroom equipment

    • Air conditioning in most classrooms

    • Heating in most classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 11
    • Number of public PC workstations: 10

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 20 years
Throughout the year: 24 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Japan 26%
France 22%
Turkey 22%
Italy 17%
Korea 12%

Information for all courses offered by Kaplan International Languages - Westwood

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
200.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Course Supplements:

  • Intensive Upgrade (6 hours / 8 lessons extra per week): USD 105.
  • K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 12 months access once departing from the school: USD 139.
  • K+ Online and K+ Online Extra for 3 months access once departing from the school: USD 69.

    Extras:
  • Medical and Travel Insurance with the school: USD 45 per week (for students aged 16-69).
  • University placement service: USD 235 (free for students booking 16+ weeks).
  • Change fee: USD 105 if changes are made after arrival.

    The times are a sample timetable and may change, lessons may vary from morning to afternoon, depending on availability.

    Orientation starts every Monday at 12:45.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 90 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, 12 Feb 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 05 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 29 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Apr 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 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 before the start of the course via email.
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

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

Visa Documents

Nationals from Singapore 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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
105 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 Kaplan International Languages - Westwood

  • Apartments may be shared by a maximum of 6 students.
    Ivana , B2B Global Sales Executive from Kaplan International - Mar 16, 2023
  • The minimum required age to book a course is 16 years old.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 20, 2023

FAQ about Kaplan International Languages - Westwood, Los Angeles

  • English courses at Kaplan International start at 180 US$ for Two-to-One Semi Private Lessons (3) course with 3 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Los Angeles International Airport (190 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Kaplan varies from 1 students (One-to-One Package (10)) to 15 students (Semi-Intensive English)
  • 100% of teachers at Kaplan International Languages - Westwood hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Kaplan International Languages - Westwood comes from Japan with a 26% representation, followed by students from France (22%) and Turkey (22%).
  • Kaplan International Languages - Westwood offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.

PDF brochure / price list of Kaplan International Languages - Westwood

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