English school in Fort Lauderdale USA 
Why you’ll love Embassy Fort Lauderdale
Our city-centre location on Las Olas Boulevard is hard to beat. Step outside and you’ll find everything you need: attractive river-front cafes, boutique shops, nightlife, green spaces and pretty canals.
The beach is close to our high-tech school and right next to our student residence, so if you’re looking to improve your English and make the most of a fun social programme, Fort Lauderdale could be the ideal choice.
When in Fort Lauderdale…
Buy American brands at the shopping centre close to our school and soak up the Florida sunshine on the beach.
Facilities and highlights
- WiFi-enabled
- IT suite
- Interactive whiteboards
- Activities
- University application counselling
- Residence with pool
- Close to the beach
Accommodation
Student Residence (16 years+)
Have fun sharing a residence with other international students
Distance from school
25 minutes by bicycle or busMeals provided
Self-cateringRooms
Single and shared with private bathroom
Homestay (live with a host family)
Live with an English-speaking host and practise your English every day!
Distance from school
30-60 minutes by public transportMeals provided
14 per week (breakfast/evening meal)Rooms
Single and shared roomsHomestay breakfast only
Live with an English speaking host (breakfast only)
General English Course
Choose long-term, short-term, standard or intensive English tuition from elementary to advanced level.
Vacation and Travel English Course
Learn English part-time and explore the USA. No Student Visa required!
Communication Skills
To improve all-round English skills and specifically develop your spoken English, book a General English course + Communication Skills
Business English course
General English + Business elective lessons – Improve all your English skills and specifically develop your Business English
English in Action
Combine a General English course with an unpaid placement in a US organisation.
Language Semester Abroad
Choose 1, 2 or 3 semesters or a whole language year abroad. Ideal for university, for your career or for the time of your life.
TOEFL exam preparation course
Choose one of our award-winning schools in North America to get the skills, strategies and TOEFL score you need.
One-to-one English lessons
Boost your progress and develop your fluency.
Nearest bus stop: across the road
Nearest shopping centre: 10 minutes by bus
Nearest coffee shop: next door
Nearest post office: 12 minutes’ walk
Nearest restaurant: all around the school
Nearest park: all around the school
Nearest bank: next door
Nearest church: 5 minutes’ walk
Nearest mosque: 1.8 miles
Nearest newsagent: 5 minutes’ walk
Nearest supermarket: 10 minutes’ walk
Travelling around the city
By bus
The bus system (Broward County Transit) is an easy way to get around. The city’s central bus station is two blocks from the school and all buses conveniently drop off at this location, so getting to the school from anywhere in Fort Lauderdale is easy.
By trolley
Sun Trolleys are either free or 50 cents per ride. The most popular trolley takes passengers from Las Olas Boulevard downtown to the beach and back.
Cost of Living
We currently advise that students should budget approximately US $150-250 per week. This will cover all basic transport, food and entertainment costs. (Last updated April 2013)
Sample prices (all in US $):
| Item | Price in US $ |
|---|---|
| A cup of coffee (in a chain like Starbucks) | 2.00 |
| Can of Coca Cola | 1.00 |
| Big Mac | 3.75 |
| Three course meal in a reasonably priced restaurant | 35.00 |
| Takeaway, e.g. from a noodle bar | 8.00 |
| Cinema ticket | 9.50 |
| Nightclub entrance | 10.00 upwards |
| Bus | 1.75 per ride |
| Taxi | 4.50 for first mile and then 2.50 per additional mile |
Popular trips from Fort Lauderdale:
- Orlando theme parks including Disney World & Universal Studios
- Beaches and art deco buildings in Miami
- Key West and the Everglades
No two weeks are ever the same, but here’s an idea of what to expect:
- Riverfront cruise
- Bowling
- Beach volleyball
- Shopping trips
- Windsurfing
- Sailing
- Cinema
- Snorkelling
- Clubs (21 and over)
- Golf
- Miami Seaquarium
- Museums/art galleries
- Miami Heat basketball game
