Converse International School of LanguagesSan Francisco, USA
Converse International School of Languages has ceased operations - Permanently closed down
Location: Located in San Francisco's financial district across the street from the underground Montgomery metro station. The San Francisco Bay and the varied architecture of San Francisco can be seen from the rooftop terrace, where students may enjoy lunch, study, or have conversations in English with new friends.
- The language school Converse International School of Languages was founded in San Francisco, USA in 1972.
- Legal name / parent company: Converse International School of Languages LLC
- Tax registration ID: 33-0655470
- Abbreviated name of school: CISL San Francisco
English Courses
Information for all courses offered by Converse International School of Languages
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Note: All courses offered by Converse International School of Languages, San Francisco can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Converse International School of Languages (CISL)
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 7:45
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Converse International School of Languages and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Games room
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 8Number of public PC workstations: 10
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 20
Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
18 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Junior courses In summer: 4
Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Airport transfer
San Francisco International Airport:
150 US$ one way
300 US$ return (both ways)
300 US$ return (both ways)
More information about airports around San Francisco and how to get from the airport to San Francisco on your own here on our San Francisco page.
Visa Documents
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.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
Europe: 100 US$
, North America: 60 US$
, South America: 80 US$
, Africa: 120 US$
, Oceania: 120 US$
, Asia: 80 US$
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Other language schools in San Francisco offering English courses:
- California Language Academy
- Converse International School of Languages Junior Centre, UC Berkeley
- EC English
- EF International Language Center
- Influent
- InTuition
- Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley, Berkeley
- English school in San Francisco: LSI - Language Studies International
- Oxford International Education Junior Centre
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- TALK English Schools
FAQ about Converse International School of Languages, San Francisco
- What is the best price for a course at Converse International School of Languages, San Francisco?
- Is airport pickup offered by Converse International School of Languages?Yes. The school offers pickup from San Francisco International Airport (150 US$)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Converse International School of Languages?100% of teachers at Converse International School of Languages hold a university degree.
- Which countries are students of Converse International School of Languages from?The highest Nationality percentage at Converse International School of Languages comes from Japan with a 24% representation, followed by students from Brazil (16%) and France (9%).
San Francisco
San Francisco city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.7
More information about San Francisco including climate data and events on our San Francisco page with a list of all 11 English schools in San Francisco.