School - Kaplan Aspect Northeastern is a private research university set in the fashionable Back Bay area of Boston. Since its foundation in 1898, the university has built a reputation for academic quality and community spirit. The university occupies a beautiful urban campus with grassy quads and tree-lined walkways in the heart of the city, close to the Museum of Fine Arts and within walking distance of stylish Newbury Street. As a student here, you can enjoy excellent campus facilities for a small campus fee. Campus facilities include dining halls, coffee shops, food halls and three fitness centres. There are several campus entertainment venues and good access to public transport makes it easy to explore the rest of Boston s attractions. KAPLAN ASPECT HARVARD SQUARE MIT (MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECH) HAYMARKET KAPLAN ASPECT CHARLES RIVER Kaplan Aspect Educational Programmes in the USA are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. Kaplan Aspect is a member of AAIEP (American Association of Intensive English Programs), TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) and NAFSA (Association for International Educators). UNIVERSITY FENWAY PARK BACK BAY FENS NORTHEASTERN 360 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115 INTERNATIONAL GUEST HOUSE BOTOLPH STREET GUEST HOUSE NEWBURY STREET NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY PUBLIC GARDEN QUINCY MARKET
School - School Facilities Classrooms Multimedia and IT centre Library Snell Library equipped with the CyberCafe for internet access and coffee Student Lounge Cafeteria Sports facilities Sqaushbusters: state of the art squash courts Cabot Centre: competition sized swimming pool Gym facilities Marino Centre: basketball court, suspended track, exercise machines Activities/Social Programme Northeastern Building Your first day On the first day of your course you should arrive at the school at 9:15 am. Your first day will be a Monday unless there is a national holiday on the Monday - in which case your first day will be Tuesday. Please bring with you to orientation: Your I-20 or your student (F-1) Visa Your Passport, with the I-94 card attached (this is a small white piece of paper you will receive upon arrival to the US) USD 40 book deposit Your Course Payment/Voucher, if available Your US address Your Proof of Health Insurance (if you did not purchase Kaplan insurance)
Local Information Transport - buses and trains The MBTA (commonly referred to as the T ) is the oldest subway system in America. The T encompasses the subway (green, red, blue, orange and red lines), buses and commuter rail (larger, faster trains that travel above ground to the suburbs surrounding Boston). Daily subway rides are $1.75 each way and buses are $1.25. Students are encouraged to purchase a transportation pass (called a "Charlie Card) to travel around the city and to and from Kaplan Aspect. Prices vary. The MBTA s website (www.mbta.com) is a great resource to for additional information about transportation in Boston. Kaplan Aspect Kaplan Aspect Students Banks and Post Office The closest bank is Bank of America which is a 5-minute walk from the school, followed by Sovereign Bank, Citibank and Citizen's Bank which are all a 7-minute walk from the school. The nearest post office is located on Hanover St. in the North End, a 6-minute walk from the school. Department stores and supermarkets One stop on the subway will put you in the heart of Boston's shopping district- Downtown Crossing. This area is perfect for bargain hunting. For higher priced fashion, students need only go a few more stops to the Prudential Mall and Copley Place Mall. Linked by a footbridge that spans busy Huntington Ave., both malls host designer stores for a complete brand-name shopping experience. Boston City Telephone and Internet Café Close to the school both Jake's Beantown Cafe and Starbucks have wireless internet that students can connect to for a fee, and the Boston Public Library in the North End has internet computers. Sample Activities Schedule Please note that this is a sample programme and activities may change. See a current activities schedule at: Cost of Living Approximate prices in USD Sandwich $5 Lunch $7- $8 Hamburger $4 Meal in restaurant $10 - $20 Tea/Coffee $1.50 Tickets: Movie $8 Bus $1.25 Weekly T (subway) pass $15 Monthly T (subway) pass $59 Week one Monday Welcome new students! Tuesday Visit to the museum Wednesday Movie night Thursday International boat cruise Friday Soccer games between students Week two Monday Barbecue night Tuesday Free pizza party Wednesday Shopping Thursday Visit to the book club Friday Trip to Six Flag New England amusement park 3
English Programs Manager English Programmes Director The English programmes director is responsible for overseeing all components of English Programs including administration of Kaplan Aspect policies, assisting students with course changes, immigration issues, accommodation questions and general questions about the area, activities and events. Housing Coordinator The Housing Coordinator is responsible for housing and transfer services, as well as providing general information related to Kaplan Aspect programs. Academic Manager The academic manager is responsible for the management of Kaplan Aspect academic programs, assisting students with academic counselling, teacher training and curriculum development. Operations Manager The operations manager is responsible for assisting students with course changes, immigration issues, accommodation and transfer questions and general questions about the centre's facilities and area. Course Information Courses AY/AS Starts January 5th, other programs begin January 12th Intensive English General English Vacation English TOEFL & Academic English igre and igmat, on request Available to Summer Groups (ages 16+) 4
Transfer Information Arriving at the airport of a foreign country can be overwhelming and stressful. You could be feeling very tired and disoriented. To better prepare yourself, make sure that you have followed the checklist and have read the information below about your arrival and how to get to your accommodation. Do not feel shy about asking airport staff for help, most airport staff will be happy to give assistance. Kaplan Aspect transfers Airport Transportation Company The nearest airport in Logan International Airport. Where to wait for airport transportation pick-up? There will be someone from New England Coach waiting for you outside, after you have claimed your luggage. He/ she will be holding a sign with your name on it. Boston view Details may change. Published November 2008. 5