ISAL USA - Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about studying at the International School of Advanced Learning in Brookline MA.
General Info
320 Washington Street, 3rd Floor, Brookline, MA 02445 — right next to the Brookline Village stop on Green Line D and bus lines 65 and 66.
Yes — metered parking, paid parking lots, and street parking are available on the side streets around ISAL.
We have start dates every month. View the full academic calendar at isalusa.edu/calendar.
Students range from 18 to 99. We also accept students from age 17 if they have completed high school.
Classes & Levels
Morning classes run Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–1:30 PM. Evening classes run Monday–Thursday, 5:00–9:30 PM. No weekend classes.
Morning full-time: 9:30–11:00 AND 11:15–1:30. Evening full-time: 5:00–6:50 AND 7:00–9:30.
Yes. Part-time means choosing one slot — morning (9:30–11:00 or 11:15–1:30) or evening (5:00–6:50 or 7:00–9:30). Note: F1 visa students cannot study part-time.
Yes! In addition to our group programs, we offer one-on-one instruction tailored entirely to your goals, schedule, and learning pace. Individual sessions are a great option if you want personalized attention and faster progress. Learn more about individual classes here.
Full-time: $800 for 4 weeks. Part-time: $400 for 4 weeks.
Intensive English has 7 levels (A1–C2). Business English has 3 levels (B2–C2).
Each level is 3 months. The full program takes approximately 2 years if you start at Level 1.
You'll take a two-part placement test: a computer-based test, then a speaking test with our Academic Director.
F1 visa students may study up to 36 months. Duration otherwise depends on your starting level and goals.
F1 Student Visa
No. You must study at least 18 hours per week to maintain your F1 student status.
No. You cannot work while studying at a language school on an F1 visa.
Fill out the application form at isalusa.edu/apply-now.
Passport and a bank statement no older than 30 days. Dependants also need: passports, marriage certificate, and birth certificate (if applicable).
The application fee is $200.
Within 1–3 business days of receiving all required documents.
Pay the SEVIS fee at fmjfee.com, then schedule your student visa interview at your nearest US Consulate. More info at travel.state.gov.
Local Students
Fill out the application form at isalusa.edu/apply-now.
A copy of your passport, driver's license, or government-issued ID.
The application fee is $75.
We'll contact you to schedule your placement test. If you don't hear from us within 24 hours, email info@isalusa.com.
Change of Status
Fill out the application form at isalusa.edu/apply-now.
Passport, visa, I-94, and a bank statement no older than 30 days. Dependants also need: passport, visa, I-94, marriage certificate, and birth certificate (if applicable).
Application fee ($200) + Change of Status fee ($250) + Tuition deposit ($800) = $1,250 total.
Within 1–3 business days of receiving all required documents and fees.
Submit your change of status application to USCIS with your I-20 and acceptance letter.
320 Washington Street, 3rd Floor, Brookline, MA 02445 — next to the Brookline Village stop on Green Line D and bus lines 65 and 66.
Yes — metered parking, paid parking lots, and street parking on side streets around ISAL.
We have start dates every month. See isalusa.edu/calendar.
18 to 99. We also accept students from age 17 if they have completed high school.
Morning: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM–1:30 PM. Evening: Monday–Thursday, 5:00–9:30 PM. No weekends.
Morning: 9:30–11:00 AND 11:15–1:30. Evening: 5:00–6:50 AND 7:00–9:30.
Yes — choose one slot: morning (9:30–11:00 or 11:15–1:30) or evening (5:00–6:50 or 7:00–9:30). F1 visa students cannot study part-time.
Yes! In addition to our group programs, we offer one-on-one instruction tailored entirely to your goals, schedule, and learning pace. Individual sessions are a great option if you want personalized attention and faster progress. Learn more about individual classes here.
Full-time: $800 for 4 weeks. Part-time: $400 for 4 weeks.
Intensive English: 7 levels (A1–C2). Business English: 3 levels (B2–C2).
3 months per level. Starting at Level 1, the full program takes approximately 2 years.
A two-part placement test: computer-based, then a speaking test with our Academic Director.
F1 visa students may study up to 36 months. Otherwise it depends on your starting level and goals.
No. You must study at least 18 hours per week to maintain your F1 status.
No. You cannot work while studying at a language school on an F1 visa.
Fill out the form at isalusa.edu/apply-now.
Passport and a bank statement no older than 30 days. Dependants also need: passports, marriage certificate, and birth certificate (if applicable).
$200.
Within 1–3 business days of receiving all required documents.
Pay the SEVIS fee at fmjfee.com, then schedule your visa interview at your nearest US Consulate. More info at travel.state.gov.
Fill out the form at isalusa.edu/apply-now.
A copy of your passport, driver's license, or government-issued ID.
$75.
We'll contact you to schedule your placement test. If you don't hear from us within 24 hours, email info@isalusa.com.
Fill out the form at isalusa.edu/apply-now.
Passport, visa, I-94, and a bank statement no older than 30 days. Dependants also need: passport, visa, I-94, marriage certificate, and birth certificate (if applicable).
Application fee ($200) + Change of Status fee ($250) + Tuition deposit ($800) = $1,250 total.
Within 1–3 business days of receiving all required documents and fees.
Submit your change of status application to USCIS with your I-20 and acceptance letter.
