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Short-Term English Program (STEP)

Central Pacific College

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Course description

This course is designed for students who want to learn general English. Students who do not have an F-1 student visa may enroll for this course. Classes are four days a week, Monday to Thursday. Students take grammar class and integrated skills class.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-12 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
16 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Thursday
School holidays
31 Dec 2024 and 01 Jan 2025

CPC does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 12:50 PM
Afternoon session
01:00 PM - 04:50 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Honolulu.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 17 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Central Pacific College is located in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii, where surfing was invented.

With English language courses ranging from beginning through advanced, we strive to ensure quality ESL instruction to students of all backgrounds and interests. We also offer test preparation courses in TOEFL and TOEIC, as well as one-on-one private lessons to suit individual student needs.

During the summer, children aged 6-14 can join our renowned Club Keiki program, where they’ll have the exciting opportunity to learn English through a variety of fun activities and excursions in a safe and comfortable atmosphere.

Our convenient location, small class sizes, and personalized attention make us the ideal choice for quality education at an affordable price.

Year opened
2004
Number of classrooms
8

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
Over 50%
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

CPC has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in USA. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Kapiolani Community College

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Central Pacific College varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

CPC teaches students from all over the world, including:

Japan
65%
Taiwan
10%
South Korea
6%
Germany
3%
Belgium
1%
Belize
1%
Chile
1%
Hungary
1%
Poland
1%
Russia
1%
Other
10%

School holidays

CPC does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
31 Dec 2024 and 01 Jan 2025

School location

Central Pacific College is located in Honolulu, Hawaii and is minutes away from Ala Moana Shopping Center and Ala Moana Beach Park. Additionally, there is Ward Village with many shops, restaurants, and a movie theater. Our school is also minutes away from the beautiful Waikiki and Waikiki beach by bus.

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Housing

CPC offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

518 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Honolulu
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 60 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
518 €
Students can stay with a host family to enhance their English abilities and learn Hawaiian and American culture.
student-residence

Condominium Residence(Shared Condo)_Quad room(4) - No meals

302 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 1288 Kapiolani Blvd. , Honolulu, Hawaii 96814, United States of America
Location: In the city center of Honolulu
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 4-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, hardwood, air conditioning, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 5 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
302 €
Moana Pacific is conveniently located right across the street from Central Pacific College. It is also minutes away from world famous Ala Moana Shopping Center and Ala Moana Beach Park. There are many cafes, restaurants and shops to go to.

Please note that on the first day, students will be required to pay the security deposit: $200* (We only accept JCB, VISA or MasterCard) and the Residence maintenance fee (Non-refundable): $25/week, $50/2weeks, $75/3weeks, or $100/4weeks (or more)

Bed linen are provided.

Condominium Residence(Shared Condo)_Shared room(2) - No meals

412 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 1288 Kapiolani Blvd. , Honolulu, Hawaii 96814, United States of America
Location: In the city center of Honolulu
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, hardwood, air conditioning, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 5 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
412 €
Moana Pacific is conveniently located right across the school and is walking distance from world famous Ala Moana Shopping Center and Ala Moana Beach Park. There are also many cafes and restaurants within walking distance.

Please note that on the first day, students will be required to pay the security deposit: $200* (We only accept JCB, VISA or MasterCard) and the Residence maintenance fee (Non-refundable): $25/week, $50/2weeks, $75/3weeks, or $100/4weeks (or more)

Bed linen are provided.

Condominium Residence(Shared Condo)_Single room - No meals

553 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Address: 1288 Kapiolani Blvd. , Honolulu, Hawaii 96814, United States of America
Location: In the city center of Honolulu
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, hardwood, air conditioning, and sports facilities
Distance to school: 2 - 12 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
553 €
CPC's shared condominium residence is a very convenient location that is located right across from Central Pacific College. It is minutes away from world famous Ala Moana Shopping Center and Ala Moana Beach Park. There are also a lot of cafes and restaurants within walking distance.

Please note that on the first day, students will be required to pay the security deposit: $300* (We only accept JCB, VISA or MasterCard) and the Residence maintenance fee (Non-refundable)
Bed linen are provided.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $120 when you register.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Visit the US Department of State website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Honolulu based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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