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English school in Los Angeles - Westwood
Best for glitz and glamor with plenty of outdoor activities and celebrity-spotting
Los Angeles Westwood
Los Angeles Westwood
Kaplan International English Los Angeles Westwood, 1133 Westwood Blvd., Suite 201, Los Angeles, CA, USA
90024
Why choose our Los Angeles Westwood school?
Learn English in our Westwood Los Angeles school near the famous UCLA campus, and down the road from some of the West Coast’s most famous beaches and attractions.
We also have an English school in Whittier College if you would prefer to learn English in a college campus environment.
- Study for as long as you’d like with our flexible length English courses, from 2 weeks to 52 weeks
- Learn English for business to enhance your professional resume
- The Westwood area of Los Angeles borders Beverly Hills and offers a peaceful and student-oriented base with central Los Angeles nearby
- If you're thinking of studying at a university in the US, you can also use Kaplan’s University Placement Service (UPS) for free. This uses Kaplan's extensive academic network to help you gain entry to graduate and undergraduate university courses across the US
Elnura Hashimova
Studied in Los Angeles Westwood
Basma Benzha
Studied in Los Angeles Westwood
”The teachers are amazing, friendly and have open minds, and I love their teaching methods because they make you understand everything. Los Angeles has always been my dream city, and it’s exactly as I was expecting it to be.”
Daiki Yamamoto
Studied in Los Angeles Westwood
”There are so many people from different countries and all of them are so friendly. It’s a good opportunity to learn different cultures and communicate with people from all over the world. I made a lot of friends at Kaplan. Of course I’m planning to stay in touch with my friends in here.”
Julia Rocha Arnez
Studied in Los Angeles Westwood
”I can’t choose what I like more. You can find a little of each part of the world in just one city, plus the glamorous celebrities that maybe you can see. Can’t forget about the weather and people that are amazing.”
Chih-Chien Wu
Studied in Los Angeles Westwood
”Studying at Kaplan is the most interesting and fun way to learn English. I like the system here, the staff are so nice! And Kaplan is like a little international social world. I loved it.”
Axel Messager
Studied in Los Angeles Westwood
”The teacher gives us tips and techniques in order to achieve a good score. I would recommend it.”
Key facts
01 Jan 2018 - New Year
15 Jan 2018 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
28 May 2018 - Memorial Day
04 July 2018 - Independence Day
03 Sept 2018 - Labor Day
22 Nov 2018 - Thanksgiving
23 Nov 2018 - Day after thanksgiving
25 Dec 2018 - Christmas Day
2018 Christmas and New Year closures: 24 December - 28 December
16 years old
25 years old
15 Students
84 nationalities attended this school last year
Kaplan International English Los Angeles Westwood, 1133 Westwood Blvd., Suite 201, Los Angeles, CA, USA, Los Angeles 90024
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Available courses at this school
| Course | Best for | Hours per week | Entry level | Course price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Intensive English course
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getting the most out of your time abroad and learning as much English as possible. | 26hrs | Elementary |
from $1,140 for 2 weeks |
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General English course
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improving your general English skills | 20hrs | Elementary |
from $960 for 2 weeks |
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Vacation English course
|
combining English classes with a holiday | 15hrs | Elementary |
from $900 for 2 weeks |
| Course | Best for | Hours per week | Entry level | Course price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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General Academic Year
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becoming fluent in English while fully experiencing another culture | 20hrs | Beginner |
from $12,480 for 32 weeks |
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Intensive Academic Semester - 5 months
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dramatically boosting your English level while living abroad | 26hrs | Beginner |
from $9,200 for 20 weeks |
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Intensive Academic Semester - 6 months
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dramatically boosting your English level while living abroad | 26hrs | Beginner |
from $10,920 for 24 weeks |
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Intensive Academic Year
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immersing yourself in the English language and local culture | 26hrs | Beginner |
from $13,280 for 32 weeks |
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General Academic Semester- 5 months
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immersing yourself in the local culture while learning English | 20hrs | Beginner |
from $8,400 for 20 weeks |
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General Academic Semester - 6 months
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immersing yourself in the local culture while learning English | 20hrs | Beginner |
from $9,960 for 24 weeks |
| Course | Best for | Hours per week | Entry level | Course price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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English For Business
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learning English for business situations and the professional workplace | 26hrs | Intermediate |
from $1,140 for 2 weeks |
| Course | Best for | Hours per week | Entry level | Course price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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GMAT® Exam Preparation Course
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if you want to apply for an MBA course in the US and pursue a career in business | 22hrs | TOEFL iBT 77 |
from $2,375 for 12 weeks |
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TOEFL® Exam Preparation
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success in a respected exam to prepare for university in the US or Canada | 26hrs | TOEFL iBT 55 |
from $2,280 for 4 weeks |
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GRE® Exam Preparation Course
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if you want to study for a Master's or Doctorate degree in the US | 22hrs | TOEFL iBT 77 |
from $2,375 for 12 weeks |
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TOEFL® Exam Preparation Intensive
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success in a respected exam to prepare for university in the US or Canada | 26hrs | TOEFL iBT 55 |
from $2,280 for 4 weeks |
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TOEFL and Academic English Part-Time
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success in a respected exam to prepare for university in the US or Canada | 20hrs | TOEFL iBT 55 |
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School facilities
Classrooms
22 spacious classrooms for group classes
Interactive white boards
Interactive whiteboards are in all classrooms and are able to incorporate various media forms like video and audio
Computer lab
18 computers for use during and after class
WiFi
Wireless access is available throughout the building
Study Center
TOEFL®/GRE®/GMAT® students have access to a study room with multimedia equipment
Student Lounge
There is no cafeteria, but there are many fast food, mid-range and fine dining establishments surrounding the school
Cafeteria
Students can purchase a 10 or 15-meal per week add-on package. There is a small restaurant-café conveniently located below the center. Otherwise, there are many places to eat around the center
Gym facilities
The school has an agreement with a local gym, Equinox. The gym provides membership on a monthly basis to Kaplan students
Transport
Westwood is a walkable area, and there are multiple bus stops a few minutes' walk away.
Accommodation
Student residences are specially selected apartments, hostels, and dorms that provide a fantastic living experience. Enjoy a more independent lifestyle and the social aspects of living with new friends.
- Live with fellow students for more independence
- Most residences are self-catering
- Socialize and have fun with your new friends
- Single, twin, double, and dorm rooms are available at various locations
Ideal for students who want to learn about and immerse themselves in U.S. culture. Sharing meals with your hosts every day, you'll benefit from speaking English in relaxed, natural situations.
- Live with a local family specially chosen by us
- Enjoy breakfasts and dinners with the family
- Practice English daily in an informal situation
- Immerse yourself in a new culture
Accreditation & memberships
This Kaplan International English school is accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training).
Our schools in California are approved to operate as an accredited institution by the California Bureau for Private Post-secondary Education (bppe.ca.gov). Take a look at our California State Disclosures list for the documents filed with the state and/or required to be made available to students prior to enrollment.
This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. All courses offered by Kaplan International are avocational and recreational, and are not intended to lead to vocation, occupation or career opportunities. Kaplan International does not confer credits, certification, diploma or degree for any courses, and no credits are transferrable to institutions of higher education.
*Student recommendations are based on Kaplan students surveyed in 2016.