Tuition & Fees
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Admissions
To be paid upon initial application
F-1 applicants must complete the required fees before receiving an admission decision and Form I-20.
Please note: Application Fee is non-refundable. All other optional fees are pass-through costs collected by AEC and paid to outside organizations (e.g., U.S. Homeland Security, courier services, or partner schools) and are non-refundable once submitted.
- Application Fee (required): $160
- SEVIS I-901 Form + Processing Fee (optional): $385
- F-2 Dependent I-20 Processing Fee (optional): $160 per dependent
- Conditional College Acceptance Letter (optional): $175
- Mailing Fee (optional): $125, additional cost may incur depending on country
Tuition
To be paid upon enrollment
New students are required to report to school within 7 days of arrival to the United States or upon successful transfer to American English College. New overseas students must study at least 1 quarter (approximately 12 weeks) in order to complete a level.
Intensive English Program
Master everyday, academic, and professional English – at any level. Whether you’re navigating daily conversations, preparing for college, or advancing your career, this program helps you build confidence and fluency in real-world English.
- Class Schedule: Monday – Thursday (9:00AM – 1:30PM)
- Course Level: Beginner – Advanced
- Textbooks and Materials: $165 (per quarter)
- Activity Fee: $35 (per quarter)
| Duration | 4 weeks | 6 weeks | 8 weeks | 1 quarter | 16 weeks | 20 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $765 | $1,148 | $1,525 | $2,050 | $2,695 | $3,350 |
| Duration | 2 quarters | 28 weeks | 32 weeks | 3 quarters | 40 weeks | 4 quarters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,995 | $4,661 | $5,327 | $5,950 | $6,612 | $7,795 |
TOEFL Preparation Program
- Class Schedule: Monday – Thursday (9:00AM – 2:00PM)
- Course Level: High Intermediate – Advanced
- Textbooks and Materials: $165 (per quarter)
- Activity Fee: $35 (per quarter)
| Duration | 4 weeks | 6 weeks | 8 weeks | 12 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $765 | $1,148 | $1,525 | $2,050 |
Student Services
Exploring the city and having quality accommodations is an important part of your AEC experiences.
AEC student advisors will be your go-to resource in having the most comfortable stay while studying with us in Los Angeles. Please contact your campus advisors for help with airport pickup, housing, and health insurance needs as an international student.
Private Lessons
AEC has an extensive network of experienced tutors specializing in ESL, as well as other languages (Spanish, Mandarin, Portuguese, French, etc). With one-on-one private tutoring, your tutor will focus on achieving your language goals.
Students can start out with an 1-hour trial class before committing to a package below.
- Starting at $60 per session (as low as $57 per session)
- Class Schedule: Flexible based on your preference
- Course Level: Beginning – Advanced
- Textbooks and Materials: Starting at $25; subject to change based on personal learning goals
- Travel Concierge: flat rate $35 per 10 hour package; bring the class to your home
iTEP Exam
The International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP) is a language assessment tool that measures the English skills of non-native English speakers. The test is supported by more than 700 institutions including the California State University system. The exam is entirely computerized, and takes 90-minutes to complete.
Please contact the closest AEC campus to reserve a time to take the iTEP Slate-plus (for high school admissions) or Academic-plus (for college/university admissions) exam.
iTEP Exam (Slate-plus or Academic-plus): $129 each exam
Airport Pickup
American English College provides airport pick-up and drop-off to all students.
Please allow at least 48 hours prior to your arrival to ensure your airport pickup. To arrange for this service, please complete the request form with your flight information.
Airport Pick-up / Drop-off: $150 each way
Homestay
American English College manages all housing needs at the school, ensuring you are well-serviced throughout your study experience. Every home is inspected by a team member, and later personally match made with a student to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience, all tailored to you.
Homestay: A unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the culture, and practice English outside of class through living with an American host family.
| Homestay Processing | Fee |
|---|---|
| Placement Fee | $350 |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | $200 |
| Homestay Options (choose one) | Fee |
|---|---|
| Private Room Only | $850 - $1,200 / month |
| Private Room with Meals (Breakfast and Dinner) | $1,400 - $1,600 / month |
Health Insurance
We recommend all students to purchase health insurance while studying in the United States. Having health coverage will help protect you from high, unexpected costs while ensuring quality and affordable medical assistance when necessary.
Health insurance pricing will vary by age – starting at $109 per month. For exact pricing, please contact your Student Advisor.
