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LSI - Language Studies InternationalBoston, USA

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

15 students - overall rating
105 Beach Street - 02111 Boston - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Activities offered every day of the week.
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 22.448979591837%
18-24 years 41.836734693878%
25-34 years 24.489795918367%
35-50 years 8.1632653061224%
>50 years 3.0612244897959%
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.

Location: LSI Boston is in between Chinatown and Downtown Boston. It is well situated within the city, close to a good transportation area and not far from the city centre.

Travelling around Boston: The school is just over 5 minutes by foot from the South Station. This transit hub has a large number of train services, bus routes and the red subway line running through it. The central city area is a 15-minute walk from the LSI Boston.

Main features: Boston Commons is 10 minutes from the school. This is a large recreational space with Public Gardens. The central features of the city are all walkable from the school building. To the south west of Boston is Fenway Park stadium, which also has the Museum of Fine Arts and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum close by. This is just under 30 minutes from LSI Boston.

Course: English is taught in a range of options in LSI Boston. There are general, intensive, mini groups and afternoon classes for those wanting to learn in a group. Individual courses are possible in a number of formats to fit in around the student’s schedule. Exam preparation courses are designed for the TOEFL, TOEIC, Cambridge, IELTS and SAT/GMAT exams. These will help students pass an English test for academic or professional purposes.

School facilities: At LSI Boston, students can enjoy the student lounge and roof deck to socialise with other students after class and practise their English. Students are able to use the school computers to continue their studies after class. A fridge and a microwave are available for those who wish to stay at the school during their lunch break.

Chain school: As a group, Language Studies International (LSI) has schools located in 7 countries throughout the world. These countries include France, the USA, England, New Zealand, Switzerland and Canada.

For over 55 years, LSI has been supplying tuition to adults, juniors and teachers. Their schools are accredited internationally by such accreditors as EAQUALS, Accet, the British Council, English New Zealand, Languages Canada, and more.

English Courses

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Intensive 30Recommended English course
30 lessons per week
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Standard 20Popular English course
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Academic English
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Intensive 25
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General 20 Plus 10
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Mini Group 20 - TOEFL Exam Preparation
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Mini Group 30 - Business English
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Mini Group 30 - TOEFL Exam Preparation
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1580US$1501US$
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Afternoon 10
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230US$219US$
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Private
Private Lessons 10
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English for Business 30
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
TOEFL Exam Preparation 30Recommended English course
30 lessons per week
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FCE Exam Preparation 30Recommended English course
30 lessons per week
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540US$513US$
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30 lessons per week
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Specialty Courses
English for Teaching (20 + 10)
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English for Teaching (20 + 5)
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Our prices for LSI - Language Studies International 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 For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant

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Student opinions about LSI - Language Studies International, Boston

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Overall school rating of
LSI - Language Studies International, Boston
15 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Facilities
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Social activities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.4 

Rating: 3.4/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (7 ratings)
3.6 

Rating: 3.6/5.0

Students 31-49 years (8 ratings)
3.8 

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Students 50+ years (0 ratings)
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
32 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Variety of school activities”
Insider tip: “Ask Jay and he'll help you to enjoy the Boston Life!!”
Review details
Other comments Good teachers and friendly environment!I'm glad I chose this school for my English studying :)))
Course: Intensive English (1 week), Standard English (1 week) & TOEFL - 4 weeks
Review date: 1. Dec. 2009 by Yaju Kuo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
37 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teacher, few students”
Insider tip: “Speak English both inside and outside school”
Review details
Course: Standard 20 - 3 weeks
Review date: 29. Mar. 2010 by Luis Manuel Cadenas Rodriguez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
24 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Some teachers were great”
Review details
Course: Intensive 30 - 12 weeks
Review date: 6. Apr. 2009 by Gustavo Zarzuela López
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
43 years
Overall rating
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Liked
“Everyone was very polite”
Insider tip: “Classrooms with young students”
Review details
Course: Standard English - 4 weeks
Review date: 15. Nov. 2008 by Emanuele Nicoletti
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
22 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The lessons, the people”
Insider tip: “In Boston: Red Sox, Whale Watching”
Review details
Course: Intensive 30 - 4 weeks
Review date: 20. Jun. 2008 by Carolin Lang
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
22 years
Overall rating
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Liked
“The computer room”
Insider tip: “There are a lot of Spanish people.”
Review details
Other comments Last year I went to LSI but in Vancouver and I think that it's better Vancover than Boston. I recommend going to Canada.
Course: Standard 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 3. Sep. 2008 by Lara Diego Falagán
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
21 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teachers”
Review details
Course: Standard 20 - 8 weeks
Review date: 6. Sep. 2007 by Gonzalo Pazos Solis
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
43 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The Teacher”
Review details
Course: Standard 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 11. Jul. 2007 by Etienne Louit
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
21 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Everything”
Review details
Other comments Rubén de Haro, excellent advisor, super team, congratulations, recommended 100%
Course: Standard 20 - 3 weeks
Review date: 26. Sep. 2014 by Marisol Trejo Cabrera
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
35 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The people”
Insider tip: “Nothing”
Review details
Other comments It is a great place to study
Course: Intensive 30 - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Jan. 2008 by Henrry Ramos Inojosa
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
21 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“The people”
Insider tip: “Computer”
Review details
Course: Standard 20 - 8 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2007 by Sara Montes Bullido
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
32 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Convivial”
Review details
Other comments Lack of professionalism to those already in business, but great for holiday and mix languages in progress
Course: Standard 20 - 1 week
Review date: 20. Jun. 2007 by Emilie Capron
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
41 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Activity”
Review details
Course: Standard 20 - 1 week
Review date: 23. Sep. 2014 by Claudia Trevisan
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ratings of LSI - Language Studies International compared to ratings of all schools in USA

 LSI - Language Studies International BostonAverage of all other schools in USA
Overall school rating3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Homestay3.4

Rating: 3.4/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

LSI - Language Studies International (LSI)

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPACCETNAFSASEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
60% 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 8:45
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at LSI - Language Studies International and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoTravellers Check - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1995
Legal name/parent company
Language Studies International (LSI) | Tax registration ID: 133158005

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 9
    • Number of public PC workstations: 15

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 130
Throughout the year: 75
Junior courses - In summer: 15
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 28 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 20%
Saudi Arabia 11%
Japan 10%
Turkey 9%
Spain 8%
Korea 5%
Italy 5%
Thailand 4%
France 2%
Other nationalities 26%

Information for all courses offered by LSI - Language Studies International

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
175.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Comments about courses

Health Insurance (65+): USD 70 per week

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 95 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, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 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, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 03 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 28 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
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:
135 US$ one way
270 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Logan International (BOS).
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 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)
95 US$
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
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
Ballet-
Baseball8 km
Basketball5 km
Cooking-
Dancing3 km
Field Hockey-
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf18 km
Horse riding28 km
Ice Hockey5 km
Mountainbiking13 km
Music5 km
Rugby-
Sailing14 km
Skiing28 km
Squash-
Swimming-
Table Tennis-
Tennis5 km
Volleyball-
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Hiking
- Boston Common
- Sports
- Freedom Trail

Adults - Paid activities

- Ice skating (USD 15)
- Restaurants (USD 20)
- Bowling (USD 15)
- Concerts (USD 50-USD 60)
- Kayaking (USD 10)
- Movies (USD 15)
- Aquarium (USD 28)
- Professional sports (USD 25-USD 70)
- Museums (USD 25)
- Outlets (USD 40)

Prices are approximations.

Junior - Free activities

Hiking
 Boston Common
Sports
 Freedom Trail

Junior - Paid activities

Ice skating (USD 15)
 Restaurants (USD 20)
Bowling (USD 15)
 Concerts (USD 50-USD 60)
Kayaking (USD 10)
 Movies (USD 15)
Aquarium (USD 28)
 Professional sports (USD 25-USD 70)
Museums (USD 25)
 Outlets (USD 40)

Prices are approximations.

Accommodation

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Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast
In high demand!
3.4

Rating: 3.4/5.0
5 ratings
from
285 US$
Homestay Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
3.4

Rating: 3.4/5.0
5 ratings
from
365 US$
Executive Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
375 US$
Executive Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
455 US$
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
3.4

Rating: 3.4/5.0
5 ratings
from
255 US$
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
3.4

Rating: 3.4/5.0
5 ratings
from
315 US$

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Questions and answers about LSI - Language Studies International

  • “Yes, LSI Boston can issue an I-20 for 4+ weeks of General 20 or 1+ weeks of Intensive 25/30.”
    Hannah Vien, Registrar from LSI - Language Studies International - Oct 20, 2023

FAQ about LSI - Language Studies International, Boston

  • English courses at LSI - Language Studies International start at 219 US$ for Afternoon 10 course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Language Studies International
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Logan International Airport (135 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Language Studies International varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 10) to 16 students (Intensive 30)
  • 100% of teachers at LSI - Language Studies International hold a university degree. 60% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at LSI - Language Studies International comes from Brazil with a 20% representation, followed by students from Saudi Arabia (11%) and Japan (10%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • LSI - Language Studies International offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.

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