Los Angeles is the heart of Hollywood and the film and music industries. With its sunny climate, beaches such as Santa Monica and Venice and its multicultural character, it is a favourite for those who want to combine language study with the California lifestyle.
Some of the language schools NGGlobal offers in Los Angeles:
Short programs last 1-4 weeks, while long-term programs run from 12 weeks to a year. Most schools use a system of 8-12 levels, and on an intensive course you should allow about 4-8 weeks per level.
Language school fees in Los Angeles depend on course intensity, the type of school and the length of your booking. The weekly price falls for longer bookings, and extra discounts apply for early bookings and promotions. Applying through NGGlobal lets you compare the schools' current offers in one place.
Language schools do not require a diploma or any prior knowledge of the language. After you complete the enrolment form and pay the deposit, the school sends you a confirmation. For long programs, the school reviews your proof of funds, such as bank statements, and prepares the I-20 needed for an F-1 visa.
June to August is the busiest time for both courses and accommodation, so booking early pays off. In autumn and winter, classes are quieter and accommodation is easier to find.
Courses of more than 18 hours a week require an F-1 student visa. Once the school sends you the I-20, you pay the SEVIS fee and book a visa appointment at the US Embassy or a consulate. Short courses of fewer than 18 hours a week can be taken on a tourist (B-2) visa.
Language students in America have very limited work rights: the F-1 visa does not allow off-campus work, and a tourist visa does not allow work at all. Once you move on to university, on-campus jobs and internship options open up.
Los Angeles is a very large city, so choosing accommodation near your school greatly reduces time spent commuting.
Living costs in Los Angeles are high, especially rent in areas such as Santa Monica and Westwood. Homestays and shared accommodation help balance the budget.
Los Angeles has a Metro rail system and bus network, but the city is so large that travel can take time. Students usually stay near their school and combine the Metro, buses and ride-sharing apps.
Los Angeles has a Mediterranean climate: summers are hot and dry, winters mild. Most of the year is sunny.
Direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) take about 13-14 hours.
Los Angeles is in the Pacific time zone, 11 hours behind Turkey in winter and 10 hours behind during US daylight saving time (mid-March to early November).
NGGlobal advisers give students planning a language course in Los Angeles free support with comparing schools, price quotes, accommodation, the I-20 and visa documents.
Yes. By staying near your school and using the Metro, buses and ride-sharing apps, you can live comfortably without a car.
Westwood, Santa Monica and downtown are the areas with the most language schools.
No. F-1 students at language schools cannot work off campus, and working on a tourist visa is prohibited.
Because of visa appointment times, we recommend applying at least 4-6 months ahead for long programs, and 1-2 months ahead for short courses on a tourist visa, depending on your visa status.
Courses of more than 18 hours a week need an F-1 student visa; shorter, lighter courses can be taken on a tourist (B-2) visa.
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