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Founded in 1987 in Los Angeles, Language Systems International is a renowned and accredited language school dedicated to turning English language dreams into reality. With over 30 years of experience, we are experts in providing English as a Second Language (ESL) courses and test preparation, such as TOEFL iBT®, to students from all over the world.

Our mission is to provide high-quality English education, focusing on a communicative and student-centered environment. Our commitment extends to supporting every step of your journey, including assistance in obtaining a student visa, accommodation, and integration into the vibrant local community.

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27 partner colleges and universities

Language Systems has Mutual Recognition Programs (MRP) with various colleges and universities in Los Angeles and Orange County, allowing our students to enroll in these institutions without needing the TOEFL®

Meet our team of experts

Experienced teachers, passionate counselors, and a support team ready to help you achieve your English goals!

Rika Tokuda

School Manager

Michelle Buell

Academic Director

Hugo Kingston

Program Director

Bhumika Chettiar

Program Coordinator

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Do you have questions? Check our FAQ

What is the amount of financial proof I must provide to the school to issue the I-20 form?

You must provide financial documentation that proves your ability to pay tuition and fees and to support yourself financially in the United States for the time you plan to study.

You must demonstrate that you have a minimum of $8,100.00 USD for six months of study. A minimum of $16,200.00 USD is required for twelve months of study. If you have dependents, you will need to include an additional amount of $2,100.00 USD for six months per person or $4,200.00 USD for 12 months per person.

If you want to extend your studies for longer, no new financial proof will be necessary, and no additional fee will be charged.

IMPORTANT: The amount noted above is in US dollars (USD), however, you can send your financial statement in your local currency with the balance equivalent to USD according to the exchange rate of the day.

Yes, with a tourist visa, you can enroll in our Vacation English Program for 4 weeks, with the option to extend for an additional 8 weeks, for a total duration of up to 12 weeks. Our Vacation English classes are held from Monday to Wednesday, with a total of 15.5 hours per week.

$250 Processing fee (non-refundable)

$350 USD SEVIS Fee to pay to the US Government.
– Optional – You can also pay the SEVIS fee directly to the US government https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/students/prepare/i-901-sevis-fee-payment-video;

$100 for FedEx (express mail) – Optional. If this option is not selected, you can choose an alternative method to collect the documents. In such case, you are entirely responsible for collecting the documents.

Total fees: $700.00 USD (Including optional SEVIS and FedEx fee)

NOTE: If you have any dependents (children or spouse in a legal marriage), a non-refundable processing fee of $250 per dependent is required. The program tuition for your course must be paid by the first day of class, with a minimum duration of 12 to 13 weeks.

Fees for a tourist visa (B1-B2):

$250 Processing Fee (non-refundable);

You must make the total payment of $250.00 after the documentation is approved.

The I-20 form is a required document for applying for a student visa to the United States. It verifies that you are enrolled in an approved program at an accredited U.S. school.