POLY Languages Institute, Inc. (POLY) has assisted tens of thousands of students from all over the world in their pursuit of the language proficiency needed to reach their educational and career goals, or simply for their own self-improvement. As a result of our dedication and commitment to better educate and serve our students, we can confidently assure our students that we are one of the best educational institutes around. POLY Languages Institute, Inc., founded in 1970, opened its first center in Pasadena, CA and later added two additional centers in Los Angeles, CA and Irvine, CA. Each center is about 5,000 square feet in size and has about 100 students enrolled per term. At least 7 classrooms and a computer lab are designated to serve our students’ learning needs. The mission of POLY Languages Institute is to provide a fulfilling education to serious students and to create a positive learning environment. We are committed to providing excellent education and rendering great student services.

POLY offers student residence and homestay accommodation options. Students may request the Accommodation Arrangement Service on the Application Form; payment is due 20 days prior to their planned move-in date so that appropriate accommodations can be arranged. Students should receive the confirmation letter about 10 days prior to your scheduled move-in date.

 

Student Residence

Student Residences are independently owned and operated. However, Student Residences are arranged exclusively for POLY students, and they are available for all centers. Meals are not included, but students have full access to the kitchen. The students may book only up to 120 days at a time, if available. The Student Residences are easily accessible by bus or within walking distance. The rooms are furnished with a bed and a desk. The facilities also include T.V., internet access, refrigerator, and laundry machines (washer and dryer). The students must provide their own bed set (pillow, cover, and blanket) and all other living necessities.

 

Homestay

Homestay accommodations with English-speaking host families are available at all POLY centers. Homestay arrangements generally include two meals per day (breakfast and dinner), a private room with a bed, a desk, and more depending on the host family. Homestays are selected so that they are located within 30 minutes by public transportation from the POLY center. POLY staff will introduce up to three (3) host families.

Pasadena center is only 12 miles away from LA, the biggest metropolitan city in Southern California. Universities Nearby include California Institute of Technology (Caltech), and The Art Center College of Design. Overlooking the San Gabriel Mountains, students can enjoy the beuaty of the nature during their stay at Pasadena center.