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American English College (Main Campus)

111 N. Atlantic Blvd. Suite 112,, Monterey Park, California 91754, USA
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American English College (Main Campus) offers the following course types:

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S$ 523

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S$ 523

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S$ 601

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S$ 665

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S$ 601

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S$ 601
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School description

American English College has an ACCET accredited + SEVIS approved English language program with two campuses centrally located in Los Angeles. Our 5-star rated school is best known for our amazing teachers, affordable tuition rates, and valuable study abroad experience.

The school's safe and affordable location makes it easy for students to feel comfortable while learning English in this city. We make every student feel like home, with advisors who speak your native language and housing assistance all managed through the school. Students can select an English program that focuses on their goal: Life Skills, Academic or Professional English.

Our students get access the AEC pathway to over 30+ universities and community college, which mean students can gain guaranteed admission without needing a TOEFL score.

Our bright, modern classrooms and monthly social calendar invite students to practice their English skills while visiting popular areas in the city.

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Year opened
1983
Number of classrooms
10

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in USA. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Academy of Couture Art
AMDA College and Conservatory of Performing Arts
California College of Music
California State University, Los Angeles
Columbia College Hollywood
Cypress College
East Los Angeles College
El Camino College
Full Sail University
Fullerton College
Glendale Community College - California
Humboldt State University
New York Film Academy
Notre Dame de Namur University
Oregon State University
Pasadena City College
Pierce College
Rio Hondo College
Santa Monica College
Truckee Meadows Community College
West Los Angeles College
Westcliff University

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at American English College (Main Campus) varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 20. In the summer, the average age is 16.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

China
45%
Hong Kong
10%
Taiwan
10%
Brazil
5%
Cambodia
5%
Cameroon
5%
Ecuador
5%
Japan
5%
Mexico
5%
Saudi Arabia
5%
South Korea
5%

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024 - 05 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 27 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024, 19 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025

School location

Known to be the safest and affordable place to live in Los Angeles, Monterey Park and Rowland Heights are easily accessible by public transportation.

Markets, cafes and shopping areas are within a 15 minute walking distance from school.

Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, Hollywood, Irvine and popular beaches are a 30-45 minute ride from school. Our school is also centrally located to many universities and community colleges in California, making it an easy transition for our students.

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housing

Housing

American English College (Main Campus) offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - No meals

S$ 328
weekly
Age range: 15 - 60 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Los Angeles
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, 24/7 supervision, and garden
Distance to school: 15 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 328
Fully managed by our student service team so you can spend more time enjoying California. Homestay is a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the culture, and practice English outside of class.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

S$ 729
weekly
Age range: 15 - 60 years old
Location: Outside the city center of Los Angeles
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, garden, and other
Distance to school: 15 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
S$ 729
Break bread with your American host family. Students who prefer not to worry about meals can opt in for meals (breakfast and dinner) with their host family. Students also have the option to select no meals if they prefer to have more freedom with their meal choices.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $125 when you register.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Visit the US Department of State website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Los Angeles based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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Map

111 N. Atlantic Blvd. Suite 112,
Monterey Park
California 91754
USA

School location

Known to be the safest and affordable place to live in Los Angeles, Monterey Park and Rowland Heights are easily accessible by public transportation.

Markets, cafes and shopping areas are within a 15 minute walking distance from school.

Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, Hollywood, Irvine and popular beaches are a 30-45 minute ride from school. Our school is also centrally located to many universities and community colleges in California, making it an easy transition for our students.

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Questions and answers

Have questions? Get answers from American English College (Main Campus) staff, Language International student advisors, and past students.

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"Hello. I am citizen of Ukraine. Now live in Thailand. Wanna visit LA this summer. 2 month. Wanna learn English and travel. Plz, let me know about price of education and hosting. What can I do for visa. Thanks"

Елизавета Telbizova, student from Thailand
Christine Wong, American English College school representative (Assistant Dean)

Hi there! We'd love for you to join us!

If you are joining us for 2 months, you can study with us on a tourist (B visa) if you have one. Otherwise, you can apply for an F1 international student visa to join us in the USA.

To join us in person, you will need to apply for an F1 international student visa. 

To receive admissions and a Form I-20 for the F1 visa from our school, you will need to complete the following: 

- Complete an AEC Online Application (www.aec.edu/online-application)

- Provide Required Documents
1. Passport
2. Recent Bank Statement showing $10,000 - $18,000 USD
This range allows us to lower your study duration to match your bank statement amount. This can be your's, a parent, or relatives bank statement.
3. Recent Transcript or Diploma (with English translations)

- Application Payment (can be paid by credit card, paypal or bank wire)
• Admissions and I-20 Fee: $160
• SEVIS I901 + Processing: $370
• Optional Conditional Acceptance Letter (to a partner school): $175
• DHL Flat Rate Shipping Fee: $75

We are able to issue I-20s within 1-2 days of receiving the documents. Upon receiving the documents, you will need to bring your admissions package and supporting documents (passport, transcript and bank statement) to a US Embassy near you. You can also check out this helpful video here: https://youtu.be/DzPPV9ml6as

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]

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