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Aston International AcademyAustin, USA

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

2 students - overall rating
5205 Airport Blvd, Suite 200 - 78751 Austin - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Games room, where you can play ping-pong, pool or air hockey.
  • Austin is one of the top destinations our students liked most
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • Learning progress guarantee.
  • E-learning platform.
  • Optional language workshops.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 5%
18-24 years 25%
25-34 years 40%
35-50 years 25%
>50 years 5%

Location: Aston International Academy is to the north of the city of Texas. It is in the suburb known as North Loop. It has an interesting boulevard with colourful buildings, boutique shopping and quirky bars. The school is a few minutes walk from one end of this strip, and is itself on a busy central road with a similar feel. The centre of North Loop is around 20-25 minutes by foot from Aston International Academy.

Public transportation: The school is surrounded by bus stops, which all stretch across the city. To get to the centre of Texas from Aston International Academy, it takes around 45 - 60 minutes depending on the time of day and the part of the city students want to visit. For students who have a car during their stay, Highway 35 is a few blocks from the school for easy travel in and out of the city. The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is just 15 minutes by car from the school, and around an hour by public transportation.

City attractions: The Texas Capitol, Bullock Texas State History Museum and Blanton Museum of Art are central features in Texas. These are half an hour from Aston International Academy via the bus system. Another interesting feature of the city is the Zilker Metropolitan Park. This is across the Colorado River from the main centre of Texas, and students can navigate to this park in an hour by bus. Barton Springs Municipal Pool is close to the park.

Course structure: The school offers intensive, part-time, weekend and private classes in English.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
The Academic Intensive ProgramPopular English course
18.75 lessons per week
|
14 students (max)
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232US$221US$
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Bridge to Success
15 lessons per week
|
14 students (max)
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205US$195US$
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Dusk Till Dawn Intensive Program
18.75 lessons per week
|
14 students (max)
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180US$171US$
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Intensive Program
18 lessons per week
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13 students (max)
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300US$285US$
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Live the Language Intensive Program
18.75 lessons per week
|
14 students (max)
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161US$153US$
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Morning Three-Day Program (Option A)
10 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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165US$157US$
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Morning Three-Day Program (Option B)
10 lessons per week
|
14 students (max)
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165US$157US$
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Path to Fluency
15 lessons per week
|
13 students (max)
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250US$238US$
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The Early Bird
10 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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165US$157US$
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The Fantastic Friday Program
2.5 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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48US$46US$
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The Happy Camper (Option A)
7.5 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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130US$124US$
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The Happy Camper (Option B)
7.5 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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130US$124US$
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The Late Riser
12.5 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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190US$181US$
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Keep It Real Program (Option B) - Evening
5 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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73US$70US$
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The Casual Learner (Option A) - Evening
7.5 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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80US$76US$
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The Casual Learner (Option B) - Evening
7.5 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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80US$76US$
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Work & Study
Academic English
2 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
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60US$57US$
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Business
Business English
2 lessons per week
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10 students (max)
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60US$57US$
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The Business Casual Program
10 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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151US$144US$
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The Business Intensive Program
20 lessons per week
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14 students (max)
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246US$234US$
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Our prices for Aston International Academy include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • 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 For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
  • INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform
  • INCLUDED Optional language workshops

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Ratings of Aston International Academy compared to ratings of all schools in USA

 Aston International Academy AustinAverage of all other schools in USA
Overall school rating4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Homestay0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Aston International Academy (AIA)

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPSEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalCEA
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 8:30
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 Aston International Academy and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1992
Legal name/parent company
Austin English Academy, DBA Aston International Academy | Tax registration ID: 74-2881196

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Self-study areas

  • Table tennis

  • Billiards

  • Printer for student use

  • Copy machine

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

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

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 5
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 30
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 23 years
Throughout the year: 23 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 10%
Venezuela 10%
Thailand 10%
USA 10%
China 5%
Vietnam 5%
Turkey 5%
Spain 5%
Korea 5%
Chile 5%
Saudi Arabia 5%
Other nationalities 25%

Information for all courses offered by Aston International Academy

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 300 US$ per course level.
Comments about courses

Inscription fee depends on Visa Status:

  • F1 Student: USD 150.
  • F2 Visa: USD 25.
  • Non- F1: USD 100.

  • Change of status: USD 250.
  • I-20 Change date: USD 250.

    Minimum course duration: 4 weeks.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 55 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, 02 Jan 2024, 03 Jan 2024, 04 Jan 2024, 05 Jan 2024, 06 Jan 2024, 07 Jan 2024, 23 Mar 2024, 24 Mar 2024, 25 Mar 2024, 26 Mar 2024, 27 Mar 2024, 28 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 30 Mar 2024, 31 Mar 2024, 15 Jun 2024, 16 Jun 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 18 Jun 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 20 Jun 2024, 21 Jun 2024, 22 Jun 2024, 23 Jun 2024, 24 Jun 2024, 25 Jun 2024, 26 Jun 2024, 27 Jun 2024, 28 Jun 2024, 29 Jun 2024, 30 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 02 Jul 2024, 03 Jul 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 05 Jul 2024, 06 Jul 2024, 07 Jul 2024, 08 Jul 2024, 09 Jul 2024, 10 Jul 2024, 11 Jul 2024, 12 Jul 2024, 13 Jul 2024, 14 Jul 2024, 28 Sep 2024, 29 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 01 Oct 2024, 02 Oct 2024, 03 Oct 2024, 04 Oct 2024, 05 Oct 2024, 06 Oct 2024, 21 Dec 2024, 22 Dec 2024, 23 Dec 2024, 24 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 27 Dec 2024, 28 Dec 2024, 29 Dec 2024, 30 Dec 2024, 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 29 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 01 Apr 2025, 02 Apr 2025, 03 Apr 2025, 04 Apr 2025, 05 Apr 2025, 06 Apr 2025, 21 Jun 2025, 22 Jun 2025, 23 Jun 2025, 24 Jun 2025, 25 Jun 2025, 26 Jun 2025, 27 Jun 2025, 28 Jun 2025, 29 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 02 Jul 2025, 03 Jul 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 05 Jul 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 08 Jul 2025, 09 Jul 2025, 10 Jul 2025, 11 Jul 2025, 12 Jul 2025, 13 Jul 2025, 27 Sep 2025, 28 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 30 Sep 2025, 01 Oct 2025, 02 Oct 2025, 03 Oct 2025, 04 Oct 2025, 20 Dec 2025, 21 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025, 23 Dec 2025, 24 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025, 27 Dec 2025, 28 Dec 2025, 29 Dec 2025, 30 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.

Visa Documents

Nationals from United Kingdom 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)
50 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.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet5 km
Baseball3 km
Basketball3 km
Cooking1 km
Dancing-
Football (soccer)-
Golf5 km
Horse riding7 km
Ice Hockey5 km
Music-
Rugby5 km
Swimming3 km
Table Tennis3 km
Tennis-
Volleyball1 km
Yoga2 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Differs per semester and based on student requests.

Adults - Paid activities

Differs per semester and based on student requests.

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Questions and answers about Aston International Academy

  • “Aston International Academy does not have any options for accommodation registered. We are happy to request housing options from our school partner on a case-by-case basis, however, in all likelihood, it will not be available. ”
    Fraser Provan, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 19, 2022
  • “If you have an expired F-1 visa but a valid I-94 document, you also have the option of renewing your F-1 visa by applying at your country's U.S. consulate or embassy. Traveling to countries adjacent to the U.S. such as Canada or Mexico for 30 days or less with a valid I-94 document and an expired F-1 visa may also grant you entry though the automatic visa revalidation process. If, however, your course / programme has ended, you won't be allowed to renew your F-1 visa.
    ”
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 18, 2022

FAQ about Aston International Academy, Austin

  • “With B1/B2 visa status, you would be able to take a programme with anything under 18 hours of tuition per week, for up to 12 weeks.”
    Fraser Provan , Area Manager English from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 22, 2022
  • “Yes, you only need to book a full time programme for 2 semesters (30 weeks), the school will provide the relevant documents in about 48 hours, and it will take about 4-12 months to complete the status change through the United States Immigration Service (USCIS).”
    Charles, School Director from Aston International Academy - Dec 12, 2022
  • “No, the material fee is not included in the course price and it will be charged separately. ”
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 07, 2023
  • 100% of teachers at Aston International Academy hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Aston International Academy comes from Brazil with a 10% representation, followed by students from USA (10%) and Thailand (10%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Aston International Academy offers courses from 0 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.
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