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English language schools in San Diego

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San Diego city rating by our language course clients

Overall4.7
Nightlife
4.3
Friendliness of locals
4.8
Interesting things to do
4.6
Geographic setting
4.6
Public transport
4.5
Safety
3.9
Climate
4.8
Cleanliness
3.6
Affordability
3.2
Shopping
4.5

13 language schools in San Diego from $482 for a 1 week English course

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Converse International School of Languages, San Diego
Converse International School of Languages, San Diego
LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego
LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, San Diego
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, San Diego
California Language Academy, San Diego
California Language Academy, San Diego
INX Academy, San Diego
INX Academy, San Diego
CEL College of English Language Junior Centre, San Diego
CEL College of English Language Junior Centre, San Diego
CEL College of English Language Pacific Beach, San Diego
CEL College of English Language Pacific Beach, San Diego
Q International School, San Diego
Q International School, San Diego
Influent, San Diego
Influent, San Diego
EF International Language Center, San Diego
EF International Language Center, San Diego
San Diego University, San Diego
San Diego University, San Diego
InTuition Languages, San Diego
InTuition Languages, San Diego

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San Diego ratings & reviews

What our students said about San Diego

Relaxed, friendly atmosphere, lots of positive encounters with locals. Large selection of really great activities, especially for children. Beautiful beaches, weather was good in July. Often overcast and cool in the morning, sunny and warm from midday, always a pleasant breeze. The sea is choppy and rather cool. The pavements in the city centre are sometimes very dirty and it stinks a lot. There are a lot of homeless people camping by the roadside and leaving a lot of rubbish behind.

5.0Leya Switzerland

SD is a beautiful city with a strong identity. The weather is consistently mild and the party scene and leisure activities are great. Unfortunately, there are a lot of homeless people at the moment. Crime is also increasing dramatically in some neighbourhoods, you just have to be careful when you're out and about.

5.0Rocco Germany

Cool city to visit, choose places to stay where there are no homeless people and no stink on the street. Very expensive city in terms of hotels.

5.0Galina

I highly recommend San Diego for its safety and excellent weather, with plenty of places to explore!

4.0Mayumi Japan

Very happy to have chosen San Diego. The climate is mild. The beaches are superb!

5.0Famille France

It's a great city to travel to but it's very expensive.

3.0Silvia Spain

It’s worth visiting and staying for a while.

5.0Piotr Germany

Most recent student reviews of language schools in San Diego

Converse International School of Languages

Small class sizes – CISL limits class sizes to a maximum of 8 students and experienced teaching staff.

24 February 2025
Course: Intensive English - 12 weeks
Student age: 52 years

4.9| 8 reviews
LSI - Language Studies International

The school is equipped with spacious classrooms, air-conditioning, an equipped kitchen, a large room for rest during breaks. I liked the organisation of the educational process, the principal Mai was pleasant on the first day, gave us a tour of the school and a briefing, we felt at home.
Wonderful school, professional staff, helpful with any questions.

13 August 2024
Course: Standard 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 47 years

4.3| 22 reviews
Converse International School of Languages

The teachers' quality was excellent, and the students, who were working adults, took their studies seriously. The small class size provided ample opportunities for in-class conversations.
A very homey school!

12 August 2024
Course: Standard English - 4 weeks
Student age: 48 years

4.9| 8 reviews
Converse International School of Languages

Great team and super, well-prepared teachers. Leisure programme simply fantastic. The school is ideally located in the city centre.

4 March 2024
Course: Standard English - 1 week
Student age: 38 years

4.9| 8 reviews
Converse International School of Languages

Yes , very nice atmosphere, friendly staff . everything top notch

22 January 2024
Course: Standard English - 6 weeks
Student age: 51 years

4.9| 8 reviews

Information about San Diego

Why San Diego? Located in the southern part of California, just an hour´s drive from the Mexican border, sun, surf and exquisite scenery are the qualities that most visitors equate with San Diego. Pristine beaches and trendy upper-class shopping districts are two of the unique characteristics of this city. The city is also known for the San Diego Zoo and Sea World.

Key facts about San Diego

Population: L 1,395,000
Elevation: 20 m. above sea level
Region: California, San Diego County
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to USA and attending a language course. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 02 Jun 2026 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information, please consult with the embassy or consulate of USA in your country. List of embassies and consulates of USA on the official website - U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs.
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 567 US$
Average course price per week (Low season): 327 US$

Weather in San Diego

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What to do in San Diego

Hotel del Coronado
Hotel del Coronado
Balboa Park
Balboa Park
PETCO Park
PETCO Park
SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego
Old Town
Old Town
The Gaslamp Quarter
The Gaslamp Quarter

Arrival airports

San Diego International Airport (SAN) - 3 km. from San Diego city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 15 minutes, 20 minutes.

Main stops: San Diego Airport - Lindbergh Field & Terminal 1, Broadway & Front St.; Broadway & 1st Av, Broadway 6 5th Av

Taxi: 7 minutes drive to city center of San Diego

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - 178 km. from San Diego city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 10 minutes, 80 minutes.

Main stops: San Diego Airport, LAX Airport

Taxi: 20 minutes drive to city center of San Diego

Q&A - Questions about English courses and schools in San Diego

I am interested in booking a language course in San Diego through LanguageCourse.Net. I would like to know if you offer human assistance during the booking process and for any queries I may have, or if the whole process is automated.
That's right! At LanguageCourse.Net we offer human assistance throughout the booking process and for any queries you may have before, during and even after the end of your course. Our team is available to help you every step of the way to ensure that you have a satisfactory experience.
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 14, 2024
To attend the English course as a Mexican citizen, does the school I choose give me the acceptance form to apply for my student visa?
Indeed, the school you choose will give you the acceptance form to process your student visa, as long as you meet the admission requirements established by each school. We will send you this form and the necessary documentation once you have paid the booking in full. We do not process the visa, you will have to do that yourself at the American consulate in your country.
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 19, 2024
I would like to take educational leave in San Diego. Can I take a course and enter the country with ESTA approval?
Unfortunately, the courses for educational leave are almost always intensive courses with more than 18 hours per week. This is not compatible with ESTA approval.
Julia Von Vopelius-Feldt, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 16, 2023
I don't know how long I can take to learn English. I don't have any knowledge of the language.
The pace of learning a new language depends mainly on the individual, but as a general rule, in order to reach an intermediate level, you should study for about 20 weeks (20 lessons/week).
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 03, 2023
What type of visa do I have to get If want to take the TOEFL exam preparation for 3 weeks?
You can have the TOEFL Exam Preparation for 3 weeks holding a tourist visa. The Exam Preparation course cannot exceed 18 hours of study per week.
Ana Carolina, LanguageCourse.net - Oct 25, 2021

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about English courses in San Diego

I am looking for an English course in San Diego for three months, advanced level in a host family with half board.
We offer a wide selection of courses in San Diego, a culturally rich city that will offer you so much and amaze you. You can check the list of schools and course types available on our page dedicated to this city. If you require any information in particular, please do not hesitate to contact one of our agents!
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 20, 2024

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