Student housing in Accommodations for short and long stays > kaplanpathways.com/boston-housing $7,600 for a 16-week semester booking

Eat meals with other international students

Live in a beautiful Boston Brownstone Shared rooms with charming details

International Guest House (IGH) Your new home in Boston

Live with other international students in a classic Boston Brownstone building with clean, well-kept rooms. The unique layouts and charming details are similar to those found in the neighborhood’s most expensive homes. In fact, the building was once a very large home for a single family! IGH is a great place to make new friends and enjoy life in central Boston.

Convenient location Safe and secure Close to the city center, IGH is near lots of shops, restaurants and cafés. IGH is located in a safe, clean neighborhood that is popular with successful It is no more than a 30 minute walk or subway ride to many of Boston's professionals and other students. Feel at ease in your new home with universities. Read more about Back Bay on page 7. secure access doors and staff available to help solve any problems.

Incredible value Social spaces IGH is truly a great value, especially for its prestigious location. The Enjoy common rooms equipped with a range of entertainment facilities price includes many items and services that would be additional costs — ideal for spending time with your new friends. if renting privately.

Included benefits Well-equipped All bills (electricity, gas, water and WiFi) are included in the All bedrooms include a comfortable bed, study desk, chair, and closet accommodation price so you will not have the added worry of sorting or dresser for each resident. Some rooms have fully-equipped ensuite out the bills. See what else is included in your IGH room rate on page 6. kitchens.

Address: Multicultural 237 & 239 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, USA In your new home, you will have the chance to meet and make friends with people from all over the world. It is a great opportunity to learn Find out more: more about different countries, cultures and languages. > kaplanpathways.com/boston-housing

02 Features of International Guest House IGH provides many comforts so you can fully focus on your academic and social life.

Location Accommodations Meals Social spaces in the trendy Back Bay shared bedroom, fully furnished 2 daily meals are included in shared study rooms and student neighborhood, just 20 minutes to including beds, dressers and the room price. All rooms have a lounge with TV and vending downtown Boston by subway or desks. Single-gender shared or microwave oven and refrigerator. machines walking, and 5 minutes from the semi-private bathroom. Some rooms have a full kitchen. Charles River

Phone and internet Cleaning Security Minimum age free local phone calls and WiFi. free weekly room cleaning building has 24/7 security. Back 17 years old Every room has a phone for service, including bathrooms, Bay is an upscale neighborhood, student use. bed linens and towels. Coin- and considered very safe. operated laundry machines.

Living in a shared room Sample room plan Dormitory-style living is a classic 3-bed suite with American university experience, private bathroom and kitchen where special memories and lifelong friendships are made. At IGH, you will be placed in rooms shared between 2, 3 or 4 (double, triple or quad, “International Guest House respectively) other international is spacious, but still feels students. cozy. It’s like you’re living Most of our students are placed in in your own house. Having

triple rooms. Bookcase on-site dining means I don’t Triple and quad rooms have a private en-suite bathroom and a full kitchen. have to worry about making Double rooms have use of a breakfast or dinner, and the bathroom that is shared with the weekly cleaning service is residents of another double room. Each IGH room has a unique layout, so this roomplan should a real benefit. I feel both Each room also has a microwave oven be treated as a sample only, and is not representative of other rooms in the residence. comfortable and safe here.” and refrigerator. If you book with friends of your same Xin Xian gender, you can request to share University student from Malaysia rooms with them.

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03 Dining at International Guest House Enjoy satisfying, nutritious meals with other residents in International Guest House's inviting common dining room, provided at no extra charge.

Daily breakfast and dinner included Local food choices A chef prepares two meals per day, served buffet-style using fresh, Whether you want to grab lunch on the go or cook a meal with friends, quality ingredients. There is a vegetarian option with each meal. Back Bay offers a great variety of tasty eats within a short walk of IGH.

Breakfast consists of your choice of: Restaurants • cereals and oatmeal Favorites include GRECO (Greek), Wen's Yunnan Noodle (Chinese) and • breads Santouka (Japanese ramen), as well as national chains such as Shake • nut butters and spreads (e.g., butter, almond butter, peanut butter, Shack (burgers), Panera (soups, salads, and sandwiches), and Chipotle Nutella, honey) (Mexican). • hard boiled eggs, cheeses and cold meats (e.g., ham, turkey) • pastries and seasonal fruits Grocery stores • orange juice Regional and national supermarket chains like Star Market and Trader • chocolate milk and yogurt Joe’s are less than 15 minutes from IGH on foot. Back Bay is also easily • variety of teas and instant coffees accessible by public transport to international grocery stores sourcing foods from China, Southeast Asia, Korea, Italy and Eastern Europe. Dinner includes: • soup of the day (e.g., lentil, minestrone, cream of mushroom) • selection of salads • main dish (e.g., fish empanadas, eggplant parmesan, roast beef) • vegetables • sweet dessert Find out more: • fresh fruit > kaplanpathways.com/boston-housing

Explore Boston's local eateries

04 Chef-prepared breakfast and dinner provided daily at IGH Outdoor food stalls at Quincy Market Living in Back Bay, Boston International Guest House is located in Back Bay, one of Boston’s most prosperous residential neighborhoods. The central location, leafy streets and stylish shopping attract both students and high-level professionals.

Beautiful surroundings Green spaces Shopping and dining Walk along wide, tree-lined streets inspired by Two of Boston’s favorite public parks, Boston Explore Back Bay to find a wide range of the elegance of Paris urban design. Back Bay Common and the Charles River Esplanade, shops, from trendy fast-fashion to luxury is home to some of the best-preserved 19th border Back Bay. You can enjoy them at any brands. The Prudential Center Mall has all the century architecture in America. Grand historic time of year, whether you prefer viewing the top international chain stores, while Newbury mansions line Commonwealth Avenue, and changing natural scenery or keeping active Street is filled with one-of-a-kind boutiques boasts the regal Boston Public on the many running paths, sports fields or and chic sidewalk cafés. Library and Trinity Church. skating rinks.

Visit these unique neighborhood shops Bodega Trident Booksellers and Café Gourmet Boutique From the street it looks like an ordinary A cozy independent bookstore that hosts Inspired by their international travels, the convenience store, but beyond its doors engaging talks, movie showings and trivia owners of this charming sweets shop import you’ll find a handpicked selection of over nights. The café menu includes all-day a delicious floor-to-ceiling selection of 100 shoe, clothing and accessory brands. breakfast and lots of vegetarian food. chocolates, candies, coffees and teas.

• Harvard University

Back Bay is served by: • 2 major subway lines GE CAMBRID • several bus routes • express shuttle to Boston Logan International Airport (20 minutes from Copley Square) • Amtrak train station with routes Boston Logan Airport to cities along the East Coast, including New York

Massachusetts Institute of Technology •

Key: International Guest House Historic Downtown Boston Train Stations BAY CH • Boston University CK INATO Metro Stations BA WN Airport Charles River Esplanade Boston Common Boston Public Library Boston Red Sox Fenway Park Symphony Station Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Newbury Street Simmons University • •

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Walk Boston’s compact size makes it an excellent city for walking. Exploring The Charles River is only 5 minutes from IGH on foot is also the best way to see some of America’s most famous historical sites.

Subways and buses The city’s subway (known locally as the “T”) and bus systems provide a cheap, convenient way to get around. Back Bay is located near two T lines Shop in the area's trendy boutiques View of Back Bay from above and multiple local buses. Your transportation CharlieCard can also help you get discounts at more than 75 of the city’s attractions.

Bicycles “It’s easier to meet people Rent a shared and enjoy life in Boston bike from any of if you live in a student 210 stations in residence. I’ve met a lot of the Boston area for a low yearly students in my building’s membership fee. social lounge and in the dining room during meals. Airport shuttle Plus, housing in this area Logan Express will can be expensive if rent take you between your own apartment, so IGH the airport and Back Bay for is perfect. I don’t have to only $3.00 when worry about food, utilities or you show your security; I can just study and CharlieCard to the make friends.” driver. Ademi (pictured) University student from Kazakhstan

Find out more: > kaplanpathways.com/boston-housing 06 Cost and comparisons

International Guest House is incredible value for money for a central Boston location. There are no hidden costs or broker fees and if you book early or with a group you can save even more!

Price and duration Price per person: $7,600 $7,600 for a Booking duration: 16-week 16 weeks (1 semester); shorter and longer duration bookings are available — prices vary accordingly. semester Move-in dates: booking Fall semester—August/September; Spring semester—December/January; Summer semester—April/May

How does IGH compare?

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How to book > kaplanpathways.com/boston-housing/book Submit an IGH booking request using the link above.

We make every effort to secure rooms for all students, but please submit the form at least 4 weeks before your program start date for a guaranteed place.

When we have recieved your request, we will send you an invoice with payment instructions and your housing will be confirmed when payment has been received in full. You can also request transportation Check for discount offers: from Boston Logan Airport to IGH for a fee. > kaplanpathways.com/boston-housing

07 Contact us: [email protected]

If you are already in the USA, contact our team in Boston: +1 617 373 7196 Kaplan_Leslie_OToole

If you are outside the USA, contact our UK-based global accommodation team: +44 20 8727 3500

All information is correct at time of publication and is subject to change. Published January 2020.