Cambridge Exam Preparation
FCE & CAE, 20 or 25 lessons / week


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Non F-1

F-1 Visa

Nationality Mix

Cambridge

Hawaii's Proven and Popular Cambridge Program!

CambridgeIIE Hawaii is perfectly located in Waikiki so that Cambridge students can make the most of their time... study hard, then enjoy the beach just steps away. An authorized official Cambridge Preparation Center, we offer courses in the First Certificate in English (FCE) and the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) with the flexibility of choosing between the 20 or 25 lesson course. The 25 lesson course requires an F-1 visa and includes an elective (non-Cambridge) class on Monday.

The FCE is an upper-intermediate level exam, and the CAE is an advanced level exam. Both certificates are challenging, highly-respected assessments of English abilities, and the exam scores are good for life. Our rigorous courses will prepare you with the skills and strategies needed for success on exam day. Extra support is also available for Cambridge students in our Cambridge Boost tutorial program.

Cambridge English Language Assessment (The Cambridge ESOL Examinations) are recognized by over 13,000 employers and universities around the world. Additionally, through a unique agreement with University of Hawaii's Kapiolani Community College (KCC), students accepted into IIE Hawaii's FCE or CAE courses may also be conditionally accepted into KCC's college courses upon successful completion. See Hawaii Rainbow Pathways page for more information about IIE's special partner programs with KCC.

  • All students must take a Cambridge placement exam at IIE prior to the course.
  • Students whose scores are insufficient will be advised about other academic options including the Cambridge Boost program.
  • Students changing between FCE and CAE after arrival should consider possible differences in exam dates and plan their stay accordingly.
  • The 25 lesson courses below require an F1 Student Visa. Student Visa Information Website

Hawaii Rainbow College Pathways

Hawaii Rainbow College Pathways
(IIE & Kapiolani Community College (KCC) Pathways)

Acceptance by IIE in the Academic Track or Cambridge Exam Preparation programs, students may receive conditional acceptance to KCC.

>> See Hawaii Rainbow College Pathways page


General Information

Ages:
From 16
Levels:
FCE High B1 or B1+
CAE B2
Lessons:
20 or 25 Lessons / Week
Visa:
Required for 25 Lessons
Schedule:
Tuesday (or Monday) to Friday
IIE Nationality Mix:
Yes

Course & Exam Dates

Monday (25 lessons course only)

8:30am-10:20am:
Session 1
10:20am-10:35am:
Break
10:35am-12:30pm:
Session 2

Tuesday to Friday

8:30am-10:20am:
Session 1
10:20am-10:35am:
Break
10:35am-12:30pm:
Session 2

All students must take a Cambridge placement exam at IIE prior to the course. Students whose scores are insufficient will be advised about other academic options including the Cambridge Boost program.

FCE: First Certificate in English

FCE: First Certificate in English

The FCE is for students whose knowledge of English is sufficient for everyday situations, including social, work and study situations.
To enroll in IIE’s FCE Preparation course, students should be at the high B1 or B1+ level.

Schedule Date FCE Exams
9 weeks 2024 / Jan. 8 - Mar. 8 Mar. 15
11 weeks 2024 / Mar. 18 - May 31 June 1
11 weeks 2024 / Sept. 9 - Nov. 22 Nov. 26
9 weeks 2025 / TBA ---
11 weeks 2025 / TBA ---
11 weeks 2025 / TBA ---
FCE: First Certificate in English

CAE: Certificate in Advanced English

The CAE is for students who have a level of English which is sufficient for most tasks, including social and educational situations.
To enroll in IIE's CAE Preparation course, students should be at the B2 level.

Schedule Date CAE Exams
9 weeks 2024 / Jan. 8 - Mar. 8 Mar. 16
11 weeks 2024 / Mar. 18 - May 31 June 1
11 weeks 2024 / Sept. 9 - Nov. 22 Nov. 27
9 weeks 2025 / TBA ---
11 weeks 2025 / TBA ---
11 weeks 2025 / TBA ---

Tuition & Fees 2024

REGISTRATION & MATERIALS 2024

 Fees
Registration Fee
(non-refundable)
$175
Materials & Tech Fee$20
per week
Express Mail Fee$125 (optional)

CAMBRIDGE EXAM PREPARATION20 / 25 lessons

  • Exam Fee: $315
  • Admin Fee: $150
 20 lessons25 lessons (F-1)
9 weeks $2,835$3,240
11 weeks $3,465$3,960

Cambridge Boost (8 semi-private): $640

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