”Seattle is an organized, calm, and green city, and the people are really friendly and helpful. The teachers motivate us to think, cooperate and speak. They focus on individual weaknesses of the students to help us become better.”
English school in Seattle
Best for trendy cafes and live music venues in a popular and student-friendly city
Seattle
Seattle
Kaplan International English Seattle, 51 University Street, Seattle, WA, USA
98101
Why choose our Seattle English school?
Take an English course in Seattle, the home of grunge music and plaid shirts, Microsoft and Starbucks. Seattle is a great city for hanging out in trendy cafes and live music venues, or heading out into the wilderness for a weekend of skiing or camping. Our waterfront Seattle English school is positioned with quick access to the Pike Place Market and the Space Needle
- Stay at our dedicated student residence or live with a local host family to further immerse yourself in the English language
- Improve your chances at getting a higher score for a recognised English qualification with an English exam preparation course
- Enjoy the cultural scene alongside your studies and explore some of the best live music events in the world
- If you want to study at a US university, Seattle students have access to Kaplan’s University Placement Service (UPS) which uses our extensive academic network to help you gain entry to graduate and undergraduate university courses all over the country
Majed Saeed Hammad
Studied in Seattle
Julia Streicher
Studied in Seattle
”The teachers I know teach with great enthusiasm, humor, and joy. I like Seattle’s cherry trees and the mountains surrounding it. The view from the Space Needle is breathtaking, especially at night when Seattle turns into an ocean of light.”
Key facts
02 Jan 2017 - New Year
16 Jan 2017 - Martin Luther King Jr Day
29 May 2017 - Memorial Day
04 July 2017 - Independence Day
04 Sept 2017 - Labor Day
23 Nov 2017 - Thanksgiving
24 Nov 2017 - Thanksgiving Friday
25 Dec 2017 - Christmas Day
2017 Christmas and New Year closures: 25 Dec - 1 Jan 2018
16 years old
24 years old
15 Students
47 nationalities attended this school last year
Kaplan International English Seattle, 51 University Street, Seattle, WA, USA, Seattle 98101
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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 | Beginner |
from $1,050 for 2 weeks |
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General English course
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improving your general English skills | 20hrs | Elementary |
from $880 for 2 weeks |
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Vacation English course
|
combining English classes with a holiday | 15hrs | Elementary |
from $830 for 2 weeks |
| Course | Best for | Hours per week | Entry level | Course price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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General Academic Year
|
becoming fluent in English while fully experiencing another culture | 20hrs | Elementary |
from $11,220 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 | Elementary |
from $8,245 for 20 weeks |
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Intensive Academic Semester - 6 months
|
dramatically boosting your English level while living abroad | 26hrs | Elementary |
from $9,905 for 24 weeks |
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Intensive Academic Year
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immersing yourself in the English language and local culture | 26hrs | Elementary |
from $12,075 for 32 weeks |
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General Academic Semester- 5 months
|
immersing yourself in the local culture while learning English | 20hrs | Elementary |
from $7,485 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 | Elementary |
from $8,980 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 $1,050 for 2 weeks |
| Course | Best for | Hours per week | Entry level | Course price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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 $2,100 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 $2,220 for 12 weeks |
School facilities
Classrooms
19 classrooms with multimedia capabilities
Interactive white boards
Interactive whiteboards are in all classrooms and are able to incorporate various media forms like video and audio
Computer lab
There is a computer lab for students to improve their English using a range of language learning tools. There are also several computer kiosks for students to check their email
Library
Resource library that offers students access to DVD's, graded readers, novels, grammar books, class textbooks, TOEFL® and other test preparation materials. Students also have access to the University of Washington (UW) libraries and materials. Finally, the University District branch of the Seattle Public Library is available for use by Kaplan International students. The library includes free Internet access as well as book, CD and DVD loans
WiFi
Wireless internet is available throughout the school
Student Lounge
There is a student lounge equipped with vending machines, refrigerators and microwaves. The lounge also offers comfortable couches and a TV, and there is a dedicated prayer room for student use
Cafeteria
No on-site cafeteria, but there are countless affordable restaurants nearby which serve various international and American cuisines
Gym facilities
Downtown Seattle has a YMCA and YWCA within walking distance of the school along with several other private fitness centers
Transport
Buses to most areas in Seattle are available within a few minutes’ walk of the center. Trains to Vancouver, Canada and Portland (both approximately 4 hours) are available downtown
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).
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.