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Learn English in San Diego, USA - English Language Course in California
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San Diego, California, USA
Minimum Age: 16 Average Age: 20 - 31
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San Diego
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| Learn English at our English language school partner in San Diego, California, USA - Improve your English with a Language Course in San Diego, California, USA - English Language School in San Diego | Beautiful San Diego, California is the home of our excellent English language school partner in California. Students from all over the world come to enjoy the many wonderful beaches, restaurants and shops while learning or improving their English. With our prime location right in downtown, excellent program, and friendly teachers, there is no better place to experience the American way of life and learn English.
San Diego is a large, attractive city, situated 180 km south of Los Angeles and 10 miles north of Mexico. There are over 33 beaches up and down the San Diego coast, from Encinitas to the island of Coronado. San Diego also provides the opportunity to play golf at 78 different golf courses or tennis at numerous public or private facilities. At Mission Bay you can take part in every imaginable type of water sports. |  | If you want to explore beyond San Diego, you can visit Los Angeles, Hollywood, Disneyland, Universal Studios, Magic Moutain and Palm Springs. Students who wish to visit Mexico can take the trolley to reach the frontier. The cultural heart of San Diego is Balboa Park, which includes the world-famous San Diego Zoo; the San Diego Museum of Art; the Old Globe Theatre, a reproduction of Shakespeare's theatre in London; the Automotive and Aerospace Museum; the Natural History Museum; and the Hall of Champions (a museum of sport history). Attractions apart from Balboa Park include Sea World; the La Jolla Museum of Contemporary Art; the Civic Theatre, home of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra and San Diego Opera; and Qualcomm Stadium, where San Diego’s major league football and baseball teams compete. Discover the beauty and diversity of beaches, lakes, golfs, parks and many more attaractions in this beautiful city! |  | | |
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The English language school was established in San Diego in 1981 and is registered with the State of California. For more than two decades, our partner school has dedicated itself to providing high-quality English language programs in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. The English language courses are designed especially for international students. The school's team understands your needs and works with you to help you achieve your goals. They believe that your success is a reflection of their efforts. That is why they are committed personally and professionally to making sure that you are satisfied with the quality of education you receive. |  | The English language school is located on Broadway Avenue in the heart of beautiful Downtown San Diego within walking distance of shopping centers, restaurants, nightclubs, and transportation stops. A short drive will bring you to harbor areas, beaches, and major San Diego attractions. It is also authorized to issue the I-20 to students entering the United States on a STUDENT VISA. The students are the center of attention. The friendly, active learning environment and the qualified team of teachers with years of experience in teaching English as a Second Language provide a setting in which the students not only learn, but flourish. The vast majority of our students hear about the school from friends and family who have attended our English language school partner. |  | The students have access to amenities such as a parking garage, a snack bar, a Student Lounge, a free Internet Café, a Student Library and an outdoor, rooftop patio. All classrooms have windows, large tables, and padded chairs. You will appreciate the comfortable learning environment. For more information about our partner school’s accreditation, please refer to Accreditations. For more information about the English language school and San Diego, please go to English language courses in San Diego. |
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More info on the school (please click here)
Option: Lunch Package
The school is offering the option of a warm lunch package from Monday to Friday at a price of USD 60 per week. This can be booked in advance or upon arrival. Every day you will have lunch at a San Diego Downtown Restaurant. Methods & Materials
Most of the highly qualified teachers of the school have worked overseas and bring their experiences into the classroom. Teachers use modern methods and materials to help you progress quickly. The program fees include a textbook for your course, but teachers also introduce practical English from magazines, newspapers, movies, television, and music. Instruction also includes field trips or other activities designed to develop fluency. Classes are small so that students receive individual attention. Certificates & Exams
All students who complete their programs receive an official Certificate of Attendance. Students may register for a variety of exams, at an additional charge, while at the school. Students interested in exams are encouraged to enroll in one of the following courses : TOEIC, TOEFL and Cambridge Exam Preparation. The school is an official TOEIC ® test center that hosts exams every month. Depending on your course and personal goals, we can also assist with registration for other internationally recognized exams such as the TOEFL ® and Cambridge. Extra study materials and computer lab time are available at no charge. - Small Classes
- Free Internet Café (WIFI)
- Computer Lab
- Student Library
- Student Lounge
- Comfortable Classroom
- Snack Shop/Cafeteria
- Activity Coordinator
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English Language Courses
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The English language school offers various basic language courses, in addition to other specialized courses which are offered periodically, according to student demand. Lessons are structured in such a way that one studies all aspects of the English language: grammar, reading, writing, vocabulary, as well as conversation. Our English language school partner also offers special exam preparation programs for TOEIC and the Cambridge First and Advanced Certificate Exams. In addition, special Business and Private classes are available. The school has also an Internet Cafe that gives students FREE access to the Internet and Email, and a computer lab for exam preparation and general English improvement. | The school offers a minimum of 3 levels (beginner, intermediate and advanced) and depending on the student numbers they have up to 25 levels in high season. New students are thoroughly tested on their first day and placed in levels according to their overall scores. The flexible program schedules allow students to change levels easily as they progress. Courses follow to the levels of the Common European Framework.
The school's complete program includes instruction in: Conversation, Vocabulary, Grammar, Listening comprehension, Reading, Writing, Pronunciation Learning Materials: are included in the price. |  |  | |
| Standard English Language Course (16 lessons per week) | | This popular English language course includes introduction and review of all skill areas and is designed for students who plan to spend most of their time enjoying the sights in and around the city. Knowledge of English is increased through daily lessons in speaking, writing, reading, vocabulary and pronunciation. | Details: - 16 Lessons / week (Not I-20 eligible)
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 07 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Schedule: Monday-Thursday 08:40am - 12:20pm (incl. a 20 minute break)
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| Intensive English Language Course (20 lessons per week) | This is the same as the Standard English Language Course, but includes morning lessons also on a Friday. Details: - 20 Lessons / week (Not I-20 eligible)
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 07 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:40am - 12:20pm (incl. a 20 minute break)
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Intensive PLUS English Language Course (22 lessons per week - Student Visa option)
| The Intensive PLUS English Language course is the same as the Intensive English language course, but includes more lessons so that you meet student visa requirements.
It is targeted to students that want to come on a student visa and must meet the requirements of the United States government taking more than 18 hours per week. The 22 lessons of 50 min. each is fulfilling this requirement and allows you to ask for your student visa. This course goes from Mon - Fri from 08:40am-12:20pm just like the regular Intensive course plus two afternoon lessons on Monday 01:10pm-03:00pm. The afternoon lessons would be a cultural orientation and conversation class. Details: - 22 Lessons / week (I-20 eligible)
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 07 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:40am - 12:40pm + Monday afternoon 1:10pm -3:00pm
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| Super Intensive English Language Course (30 lessons per week) | This course includes Intensive English Language Course in the morning plus two additional hours of instruction in the afternoon that focus on conversation and other skill areas. Details: - 30 Lessons / week (I-20 eligible)
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 07 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:40am – 12.20pm + 01.10pm – 03.00pm
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| Academic University Preparation Year Intensive or Super-Intensive English Language Course (22 or 30 lessons/week) | | This English language course is designed for students who plan to study English for longer lengths of time, specifically for the purpose of developing English skills for university or college entrance in the US. Practical English usage is also a part of this course. Students enrolled in this course receive free application assistance for local colleges and universities. You may choose a course of 22 or 30 lessons per week. | Details: - 22 or 30 Lessons / week (I-20 eligible)
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 07 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Duration: 24 or 36 weeks
- Schedule: 22 lessons: Monday-Friday 08:40am - 12:20pm (incl. 1 20 minute break) + Monday 01.10pm – 03.00pm
- Schedule: 30 lessons: Monday-Friday 08:40am – 12.20pm + 01.10pm – 03.00pm
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| Mini Group English Language Course (20 lessons per week) | This small group class offers lessons that are tailored more specifically to meet the needs of students. Group activities related to building English skills are an integral part of the course. Classes are limited to a maximum of six students. Details: - 20 Lessons / week (Not I-20 eligible)
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 02 - maximum 06 Students
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:40am - 12:20pm (incl. a 20 minute break)
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One-to-One English Language Course (min. 10 lessons per week)
| This one-to-one course is geared toward students who have specific needs and wish to work on individual language weaknesses. Instruction is very flexible, and students are invited to request particular areas of focus. You may choose a course of 10, 20, or 30 lessons per week. Details: - Minimum 10 Lessons / week
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Starting Dates: Daily
- Minimum Duration: 1 week
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:40am – 12.20pm + 01.10pm – 03.00pm (depending on the amount of hours)
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Exam Preparation Courses
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Cambridge Exam Preparation Intensive & Super-Intensive English Language Courses (20 or 30 lessons/week)
| This English language course prepares students for the Cambridge certificate exams. Passing scores on Cambridge exams can lead to entry into education programs and professional opportunities in your country. Lessons focus on strategy and practice for exam as well as overall building of practical English language skills. You may choose a course of 20 or 30 lessons per week.
| Details: - 20 lessons/week (not I-20 eligible) or 30 Lessons / week (I-20 eligible)
- Schedule: 20 lessons: Monday-Friday 08:40am - 12:20pm (incl. 1 20 minute break)
- Schedule: 30 lessons: Monday-Friday 08:40am – 12.20pm + 01.10pm – 03.00pm
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Duration: 9, 10, 12 or 16 weeks
- Size = average 07 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: First Cambridge (FCE), Advanced Cambridge (CAE)
|  | | Cambridge exams are held at different locations in San Diego. Cambridge Examination fee 350 USD not included in the program price | |
Course starting dates (please click here)
| Cambridge Preparation Course Starting Dates in 2010 | | | Level | Jan | Feb | March | April | May | June | July | Aug
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| Dec | | | Low-intermediate
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**Duration: 10 weeks
***Duration: 12 weeks
****Duration: 16 weeks |
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TOEIC/TOEFL* Exam Preparation English Language Course (20 lessons per week)
| This strategy and review English language course is specifically designed to help students improve their TOEIC and TOEFL scores. Additionally, lessons focus on business English and practical vocabulary as well as grammar usage. This is a perfect choice for students who need to build English skills for better job opportunities in their countries. Details: - 20 Lessons / week (Not I-20 eligible)
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 01 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: TOEIC Certificate
- Minimum duration: 4 weeks
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:40am - 12:20pm (incl. a 20 minute break)
OPTION: A student who would like to follow the TOEIC/TOEFL class but has to travel on a student visa will have to book the Intensive Plus with 22 lessons/week course and will get a free upgrade to the TOEIC/TOEFL class in the morning but still follow Monday afternoon lessons in general English | |
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The school is an official TOEIC test center. Taking the official TOEIC exam after the course is recommended, but not required. For this reason, the TOEIC fee is not included, but may be paid to the school optionally once the student arrives. TOEIC exams are held once a month at the school. * Students who would like to take part in a TOEFL preparation course can register for this course. Starting dates available upon request. Note that our partner school in San Diego is not an official TOEFL ® exam center. Thus, you won't be able to take the test at the school. However, it is possible to take the test near San Diego in other centers on specific dates and according to availability. Test fees are not included in the price. Students have to register online for the TOEFL and TOEIC tests. |
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Business English Language Courses
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| Intensive + Business English Language Course (20 group + 10 one-to-one lessons per week) | | The Business English language course is a combination of the Intensive and One-to-One courses. Students take Intensive lessons to brush up on general English skills in the morning and then have two lessons of private Business English in the afternoon. This allows for individual focus on business English improvement in work-related vocabulary, speaking, and writing skills such as business correspondence, accounting, marketing or other subjects according to the students' needs. | Details: - 30 lessons: 20 lessons Intensive Group + 10 private lessons per week
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size: Group: average 07- maximum 10 Students + Private: 01 student
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- I-20 eligible
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:40am – 12.20pm + 01.10pm – 03.00pm
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English + Activities
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Experience the very best of California lifestyle and combine your academic language course with some real California fun stuff.
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English + Surfing in California (20 English + 2 Surf lessons/week)
| You can combine the Intensive English language course (20 lessons per week) in the morning with Surfing lessons in the afternoon. Surf lessons take place on the beautiful island of Coronado, just minutes from downtown. Surf lessons include instruction, tips, gear rental and practice time. The price includes a soft top new technology surf board, a wetsuit and all necessary equipment. A surfing lesson lasts 120 minutes (20 minutes instruction on the beach and 1 hour and 40 minutes in the water). | Surfing lessons are held on two afternoons between Monday and Friday according to the student’s needs. If there is a minimum of 6 students participating in the course, students can be picked up from the school to the surfing location in the school’s private shuttle van. Drop off can be arranged with prior notice. Details: - Duration: 2 weeks minimum (2 lessons per week)
- 1 lesson = 120 minutes (20 minutes instruction + 100 in the water + equipment rental)
- Hours: 2 afternoons per week between Monday and Friday according to the student’s needs
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
|  | Price for Intensive English language course + Surf Lessons:
2 weeks USD 740 / 3 weeks USD 1.095 / 4 weeks USD 1.435 / 6 weeks USD 2.135 / 8 weeks USD 2.800
Extra week: USD 350 Separately booked Surf Lessons: USD 50 per lesson (1 lesson = 80 minutes consisting of 20 minutes instruction on the beach and 60 minutes in the water + equipment rental) | |
| English + Beach (Outdoor) (20 lessons per week) | Enjoy your English lessons at the beach outdoor and enjoy San Diego’s sunshine whilst learning English! You learn English in a setting outside the classroom, at the beach, on a hike, or enjoying any one of the many beautiful outdoor spots in San Diego. This English language course follows the same structure as the Intensive English language course but takes place outside the classroom. Afternoon activities such as surfing can be booked separately. Details: - 20 Lessons / week (Not I-20 eligible)
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 07 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- Starting Dates: specific dates (see below)
- Duration: 2-4 weeks
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:40am - 12:20pm (incl. a 20 minute break)
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2 weeks USD 440 / 3 weeks USD 635 / 4 weeks 835 | |
Starting dates (please click here)
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English + Fitness
| Our English language school partner is now offering English plus Fitness packages. Learn English during the morning and use the afternoon to work out at a gym, golf, take yoga classes or many other fitness activities. This is a great opportunity to learn a new sport or improve your skills in one you already know! The Fitness packages can be combined with any English language course and may include more than one sport. All fitness reservations will be made before arrival, and some schedules are flexible. Options available: - Gym membership
- Private Golf or Tennis lessons
- Dance classes
- Private Boxing lessons
- Yoga, Pilates, and/or Tae Bo classes
Details: - English classes in the morning and Fitness options in the afternoon
- 1 Lesson = 50 Minutes
- Size = average 07 - maximum 10 Students
- Exam/Certificate: Certificate
- Starting Dates: Every Monday
- Minimum Duration: 4 weeks
Prices are available on request. Please contact us at  to receive a price quote. | |
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- All courses start on any Monday except for Cambridge exam preparation courses + English & Beach courses.
- If Monday is a public holiday courses start on Tuesday.
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| Holidays in 2010 | | | Jan | Feb | March | April | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov
| Dec | | | 01 | 15 | | | 31 | | 05 | | 06 | | 25 | 24 | | | 18 | | | | | | | | | | | | | School will be closed, classes are not recuperated. |
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Activities/Excursions
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When school is out, we know how to have fun, too. There are many exciting things for you to do as a visitor to San Diego. The school can help you to enjoy a number of other activities on your own or with other students. Surfing, skydiving, rollerblading, horse riding, golfing, biking, dancing, and dining are just a few of the things you can do after school. The school regularly organizes school trips to major attractions in California and Nevada, such destinations as Disneyland, San Francisco and Las Vegas and has a full-time Activity Coordinator. (Transportation, entrance fees, housing and consumption is not incl. in the price) Bicycle Rental:
You have the option to rent bicycles at the school at a price of USD 15 per week or USD 50 per month. |  | |
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More info on airport transfers (please click here)
Students who choose to live with one of our host families receive free transportation upon arrival. If another accommodation is booked there is the possibility to book the airport transfer: Airport Transfer from San Diego International Airport:
Prices per person:
USD 60 – one way 1 pax
USD 40 – one way 2 pax traveling together
USD 35 – one way 3 pax traveling together As the international airport of San Diego is very close to the city centre, it is possible to take a taxi to the apartments or the hotels at a reasonable price. |
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Visa info (please click here)
Visas & Documents The school is authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to issue the I-20 form Certificate of Eligibility to international students. If you plan to enter the US on a student visa, you must request an I-20 (visa invitation letter) and enroll in a course with a minimum of 18 clock hours . The admissions staff of our partner school will advise you regarding other documents you may need. If the main purpose of your visit is not English studies, you may enter on a visa waiver or other appropriate visa. Contact your local US embassy for more information regarding visas. All students are advised to purchase medical insurance prior to arrival. The school is registered with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education, under the California Department of Consumer Affairs. The Center is also SEVIS-approved by the Department of Justice. The Center has been in operation since 1981. It is the student´s responsibility to arrive at the school upon the correct visa.
For more information on visa requirements in the US, please refer to the following links: http://www.usembassy.gov/ and/or http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis. Also check the US country information on our visa service page.
More information regarding the SEVIS fee visa applicants have to pay for you can find here: https://www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/ More information on the visa waiver program and the related new Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA), you can find here: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/id_visa/esta/ (Information sheet in your language: http://www.cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/travel/id_visa/esta/about_esta/esta_intro/esta_english.ctt/esta_english.pdf ) |
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