FLS International offers a wide range of programs, from courses for the college-bound student to exciting sports and sightseeing tours for the vacation participant!
Review the listing of programs below to find the one that’s right for you!
Academic English Programs
Academic English Program
Our high-powered Academic English Program is the fastest way to give your English a mega-boost with six hours per day of quality language instruction, including our effective Core Class, your choice of two electives or one premium test prep class and a daily Academic Workshop. This option is designed for students intending to transfer to an American college or university—or any student that is interested in quickly attaining English fluency.
Available: Year-round
Lessons
Intensive English Program
Our most popular program, the Intensive English Program includes 30 lessons of instruction per week from qualified, native-speaking teachers.
Available: Year-round
Lessons
General English Program
With a stimulating combination of our Core Class and varied Academic Workshops, the General English program takes your English to new levels. Our Academic Workshops include pronunciation clinics, conversation clubs, homework assistance and more to advance your English skills faster and give you more skill practice.
Available: Year-round
Lessons
Vacation English Program
The Vacation English Program offers basic instruction in the fundamental skills of English while still allowing plenty of time for students to explore the many fascinating cultural and entertainment attractions near our centers.
Available: Year-round
Lessons
TOEFL Preparation Program
International students face many obstacles before entering an American college or university, such as achieving English fluency and obtaining high standardized test scores. The FLS TOEFL Preparation Program is specifically designed to give students a critical advantage in taking the most commonly accepted exam at American institutions.
Available: Year-round
Lessons
GMAT Preparation Program
Accepted at thousands of programs worldwide, the GMAT is the test to take if you want to apply to a graduate management program. Designed specifically for graduate business school students, the GMAT is a key part of your successful business program application.
Available: Year-round
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GRE Preparation Program
For students applying to graduate degree programs in the United States and many universities worldwide, the GRE is a mandatory test for admission.
Available: Year-round
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SAT Preparation Program
The SAT is the most commonly used standard exam in undergraduate admissions for American colleges and universities. Throughout the United States, high school juniors and seniors prepare extensively for the exam, making it even critical for non-native speaking international students to get an edge in their SAT test preparation.
Available: Year-round
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Executive Business English Program
For the busy executive with limited time to devote to English language training, this program offers language skills essential for success in the global economy with a contemporary curriculum and experienced instructions.
Available: Year-round
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Specialty Tour Programs
Discover California
Come experience the best of exciting Southern California with our Discover California Tour!
Visitors come to Southern California to experience the outstanding activities and California lifestyle. We have selected the best experiences for this tour. Students will explore the famous cities of Pasadena, Hollywood and Beverly Hills and enjoy the rides and adventures at Disneyland and Universal Studios. And, of course, they’ll soak up the California sun Huntington Beach!
Activity
Weekly sports and activities on campus.
Location
Housing
Homestay
Age
15+
Availability
Year-round
Surf Camp
The ESL and Surf Camp conducted by Marymount College is located in the beautiful seaside community of Rancho Palos Verdes, a picturesque, rugged section of the California coastline, the perfect backdrop for your summer experience!
Huntington Beach, one of California's most popular beaches, is the venue for our small-group lessons in surfing provided by expert instructors.
Activity
10 lessons of surfing per week with skilled surf instructors
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
15+
Availability
Summer
Cinema Camp
This program introduces participants to the exciting process of creating a short film. Teachers have included Columbia University instructors and directors and technicians who’ve worked on major Hollywood productions, including projects with George Lucas and Ray Liotta. Hollywood insiders teach students how to write a short screenplay and draw storyboards. Participants also learn basic camera moves and improve their skills with ‘on location’ shooting.
Activity
8 lessons of movie production per week
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
16+
Availability
Winter, Summer
Acting Camp
Take a journey to Hollywood, the home of the stars, and pursue your acting dreams in Marymount College's summer acting camp! This three week program on the beautiful campus of Marymount College provides an ideal setting to work on your acting style with expert teachers from Los Angeles’ unmatched acting community. You’ll join students from around the world to hone your skills with practice in enunciation, movement exercise, character analysis, improvisation, developing a character, and reacting to other characters in a scene.
Activity
10 lessons of acting per week, taught by skilled instructors
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
15+
Availability
Summer
California Summer
Make the most of your summer and soak up the sun on the campus of California State University, Northridge, one of the largest universities in the California state system! Your program includes spacious dormitory accommodation on campus, enjoyable English classes with our friendly teachers and a range of trips that will give you the California summer you'll always remember!
Activity
Weekly sports and activities on campus
Housing
Dormitory
Age
15+
Availability
Summer
Junior Camp
As the home of Disneyland, the beach and sunny weather, it’s no surprise that kids love California. Now our Junior Camp at CSU, Northridge lets participants twelve and older pack a whole summer of fun into three busy weeks! Northridge, with a secure and sprawling university campus, offers a safe, comfortable base for our camp, where students will enjoy dormitory accommodation with their new friends and English classes especially designed for young learners.
Activity
Weekly sports and activities on campus
Housing
Dormitory
Age
12+
Availability
Summer
Photography Camp
Improve your photo technique and your ability to take outstanding digital images in the FLS Photography Camp in one of America’s most exciting cities—Las Vegas! Our instructors will teach you the rules of composition, lighting, and how to bring out the best in your subject. Then you will travel to the Las Vegas Strip and Nevada’s gorgeous desert scenery to practice your techniques. A weekend photo shoot at the Grand Canyon will allow you to photograph one of the world’s most famous and impressive natural wonders.
Activity
10 lessons of photography each week
Location
Housing
Homestay
Age
15+
Availability
Summer
Tennis Camp
With more international stars than ever, tennis continues to gain popularity.
Now, you can join the growing number of tennis players while developing your English skills at the same time. FLS International presents our three-week intensive Tennis Camp in scenic Tennessee. The camp offers eight lessons of tennis coaching each week with expert instructors.
Activity
8 lessons of tennis each week with skilled tennis coaches.
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
10-14
Availability
Summer
Golf Camp
Golf is more than just a game! It's also a hobby and a social activity that's becoming a big part of life around the world.
Activity
18-hole and 9-hole round of golf each week
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
10+
Availability
Summer
Outdoor Adventure Camp
With amazing waterfalls, fabulous lakes, spectacular caverns, and breathtaking mountains, Tennessee is the perfect setting for our Outdoor Adventure Camp! The home of America's most-visited national park, the Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee boasts gorgeous scenic wilderness throughout the state. Our Camp will take you to over a dozen unique destinations as you try out a whole range of outdoor activities.
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
10+
Availability
Summer
Basketball Camp
Since basketball originated in America in the 1800’s, it has experienced explosive growth. This fast-paced sport is now popular around the world, as the fame of international stars Yao Ming and Pau Gasol shows!
Activity
12 lessons of basketball per week
Location
Housing
Homestay
Age
12-14
15-17
Availability
Summer
TOEFL/SAT Preparation Camp
International high school students must overcome many obstacles when planning to attend an American college, including English fluency, standardized test scores and knowledge of the U.S. higher education system. Our TOEFL/SAT Preparation program is designed to give students the support they need in all of these areas.
Developed especially for rising juniors and seniors in high school, the program immerses students in a combination of classes, workshops and college visits with an advanced, content-based curriculum to prepare them for college success!
Activity
10 lessons of test preparation (SAT or TOEFL) per week
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
15+
Availability
Summer
Hip-Hop Dance Camp
America is the birthplace of Hip-Hop, a sub-culture that has swept the world in a few short decades. As an urban-based dance movement, hip-hop has a major presence in the Boston cultural scene. Boston is the home of such innovative artists as Status Quo and Slaine and offers a rich environment and inspiration for dancers and entertainers of all types.
Activity
10 lessons of dance per week
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
15+
Availability
Summer
Boston Summer
FLS is pleased to offer its Boston Summer tour at Fisher College in the heart of downtown Boston. Fisher's distinguished brownstone buildings stand at the edge of the famous Boston Common public park, a short walk from our FLS center. Government Center, the Freedom Trail and the Charles River are all within a 5 minute walk. Harvard, MIT and Fenway Park are a quick 10 minute ride by public transportation.
Fisher's safe and secure residence halls are housed in elegant townhouses with all the comforts of home. Each residence provides housing for 2–4 students. Students enjoy access to amenities such as a TV lounge and game room.
Location
Housing
Dormitory
Age
14+
Availability
Summer
Discover Boston
Boston is America’s top student destination for good reason. The city combines unmatched cultural attractions, prestigious universities and colleges, and top-notch entertainment and dining opportunities all set against the backdrop of the city’s picturesque landmarks.
Location
Housing
Homestay
Age
15+
Availability
Year-round