Pathways in the USA

Pathways programmes at LSI's schools in New York, Boston, San Francisco/Berkeley and San Diego help students gain access into many respected US higher learning institutions. Pathways programmes focus mostly on English language training but also provide support and assistance with university and college applications. In addition, a number of LSI partner institutions in the USA offer conditional letters of acceptance to LSI students and recognise LSI levels in place of external tests of English.

Why Study in the USA?

LSI’s Pathway programme offers guaranteed transfers to partner institutions across the USA.

World-class institutions
The cultural and economic centre of the English speaking world
A growing economy with employment opportunities
Post-graduate work permits

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Pathways

LSI’s Pathway Programme
(12-48 weeks)

Seamless transition to LSI partner institution

University or college programme
(1-4 years)

Working in the USA

University & college students can work up to 20 hours per week*

OPT – Optional Practical Training

Students may be able to work for one year after their university programme finishes

*Information subject to change. For up-to-date information, please visit the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) website: www.ice.gov/sevis/students

LSI Campus in the USA

Boston

Boston lies in the heart of New England on the coast of the state of Massachusetts. Boasting over 400 universities, colleges, and higher learning institutions, Boston is famous as an educational and cultural center. Unique to New England are the breathtaking colors of the fall foliage, but at any time of the year, New England is a beautiful place to visit.

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New York

As the major business and cultural center of the United States, New York is rightly proud of its leading role and long tradition in American history. From commerce to politics, ballet to sporting events, New York has it all.

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San Diego

San Diego's location, in the southernmost part of California on a beautiful natural harbor, offers opportunities for swimming, surfing, windsurfing and biking on one of the sandy Pacific coast beaches. Nearby mountains and the deserts of Nevada offer contrasting scenery and a chance for different activities. Los Angeles, Las Vegas and The Grand Canyon are all Read more

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San Francisco/Berkeley

Berkeley, home of the world famous University of California, is a colorful and friendly, student-oriented city that lies just across the bay from San Francisco. Located in Northern California, the San Francisco Bay Area affords a wealth of famous attractions and tourist sites. Berkeley itself has beautiful parks, great restaurants and shopping, and the Read more

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