English Language School, San Diego, USA


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General Information on 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.

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Events during which it may be particularly attractive to visit San Diego :

US Open Championship (09.Jun- 15.Jun)



Cost of living in USA

In the opinion of finance experts the price of a Big Mac is a good indicator of living expenses. The price of a Big Mac in USA is around US$ 2.51.

2. Language School  English Language School, San Diego

General Information on English Language School

The language school English Language School was founded in San Diego, USA in 1998. The San Diego center is located in a new high-rise building with wonderful views of the city. It is situated right in the heart of downtown San Diego.

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Facilities

The center offers a multimedia computer center, Internet and e-mail access, a large and beautiful student lounge area and a private park on the grounds.



Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is San Diego Airport.  It takes 30  minutes by Transfer  to school.

2.1. Language School English Language School in Figures

Average no. of students: Adult courses in summer: 300
Adult courses throughout the year: 100
Average no. of levels: in summer: 6
throughout the year: 6
English teacher qualifications: 100 % hold a university degree
100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Facilities for disabled students: yes
Average age of students: in summer: 20 years
throughout the year: 22 years
Minimum age of students: 16 years
Student nationalities: Brazil 15 %
France 5 %
Italy 8 %
Japan 20 %
Korea 20 %
Switzerland 8 %

3. English Courses

All prices in US $ (convert currency) Below the original school prices are displayed.

1
Standard (GE1)  / Lessons per week: 20  / Max. group size: 15
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- 530 795 1060 1325 1590 2040 2550 2880 265
Comment For courses lasting 20-29 weeks, price is 235 USD/week.
For courses lasting 30-39 weeks, price is 230 USD/week.
For courses lasting 40+ weeks, price is 220 USD/week.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
Standard Course times Morning: 8:00  - 11:40
Afternoon: 12:00  - 15:40
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
2
Intensive (GE2)  / Lessons per week: 28  / Max. group size: 15
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- 670 1005 1340 1675 2010 2600 3250 3780 315
Comment 20 general lessons + 8 elective lessons per week. There are 3 types of electives available: language building, exam skills and special interest. Electives are tailored to your own level of English.
For courses lasting 20-29 weeks, price is 280 USD/week.
For courses lasting 30-39 weeks, price is 275 USD/week.
For courses lasting 40+ weeks, price is 265 USD/week.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
Standard Course times Morning: 8:00  - 11:40
Afternoon: 12:00  - 15:40
Required minimum language level Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
3
One-to-One (PL5)  / Lessons per week: 5  / Max. group size: 1
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ 510 1020 1530 2040 2550 3060 4080 5100 6120 510
Comment Must be taken in combination with a group course.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
Standard Course times Afternoon: 16:00  - 18:00
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
4
One-to-One (PL10)  / Lessons per week: 10  / Max. group size: 1
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ 830 1660 2490 3320 4150 4980 6640 8300 9960 830
Comment Must be taken in combination with a group course.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
Standard Course times Afternoon: 16:00  - 18:00
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
5
Diploma of English - Semester  / Lessons per week: 20  / Max. group size: 16
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 213.63
Comment Fixed course duration: 22 weeks. Price: 4700 USD.
Course includes: Two 11 week terms; vacation between each term; termly assessment and full written academic report; university counselling and support; diploma of English on successful completion.
Intensive version (28 lessons/week) available for 5336 USD.
Dates Starting dates: 02.Jan, 31.Mar, 30.Jun, 29.Sep
Required minimum language level Elementary (A2)
6
Diploma of English - Academic Year  / Lessons per week: 20  / Max. group size: 16
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 209.1
Comment Fixed course duration: 33 weeks. Price: 6900 USD.
Course includes: Three 11 week terms; vacation between each term; termly assessment and full written academic report; university counselling and support; diploma of Business English on successful completion.
Intensive version (28 lessons/week) available for 7953 USD.
Dates Starting dates: 02.Jan, 31.Mar, 30.Jun, 29.Sep
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
7
Internship  / Max. group size: 1
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- 890 -- -- 1395 -- -- --
Comment After completion of four weeks or more of Intensive General English or Business English, students may enroll in the internship program to gain work experience for either 4 or 8 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
Required minimum language level Upper intermediate (B2)
8
Diploma of Business English - Semester  / Lessons per week: 20  / Max. group size: 16
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 213.63
Comment Fixed course duration: 22 weeks. Price: 4700 USD.
Course includes: Two 11 week terms; vacation between each term; termly assessment and full written academic report; university counselling and support; diploma of Business English on successful completion.
Intensive version (28 lessons/week) available for 5336 USD.
Dates Starting dates: 02.Jan, 31.Mar, 30.Jun, 29.Sep
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
9
Diploma of Business English - Academic Year  / Lessons per week: 20  / Max. group size: 16
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 209.09
Comment Fixed course duration: 33 weeks. Price: 6900 USD.
Course includes: Three 11 week terms; vacation between each term; termly assessment and full written academic report; university counselling and support; diploma of Business English on successful completion.
Intensive version (28 lessons/week) available for 7953 USD.
Dates Starting dates: 02.Jan, 31.Mar, 30.Jun, 29.Sep
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
10
Certificate of Business English (GE2B)  / Lessons per week: 28  / Max. group size: 15
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- 670 1005 1340 1675 2010 2600 3250 3780 --
Comment 20 general lessons + 8 business lessons per week. Maximum course length of 12 weeks.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
11
TOEFL Exam Preparation - Elective Version  / Lessons per week: 28  / Max. group size: 15
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- 1340 1675 2010 2680 3350 4020 335
Comment 20 general English lessons + 8 exam preparation lessons per week.
Not included: Exam fee of 185 USD.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
12
TOEIC Exam Preparation - Elective Version  / Lessons per week: 28  / Max. group size: 15
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- 1340 -- -- -- -- -- --
Comment 20 general English lessons + 8 exam preparation lessons per week.
Not included: Exam fee of 100 USD.
Dates Starting dates: Every Monday
13
Cambridge First Exam Preparation - Core Version  / Lessons per week: 28  / Max. group size: 12
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 3790 4490 --
Comment 20 exam preparation lessons + 8 elective lessons per week.
Not included: Exam fee of 390 USD.
Dates Starting dates: 02.Jan
Required minimum language level Lower intermediate (B1)
14
Cambridge Advanced Exam Preparation - Core Version  / Lessons per week: 28  / Max. group size: 12
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 [+]
Price US $ -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 3790 4490 --
Comment 20 exam preparation lessons + 8 elective lessons per week.
Not included: Exam fee of 390 USD.
Dates Starting dates: 02.Jan, 17.Mar, 15.Sep
Required minimum language level Upper intermediate (B2)
Lesson duration (minutes): 50 minutes
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Note: All courses offered by English Language School, San Diego can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Inscription fee: 140.00  US $
Individual classes: Individual tuition can only be booked in a whole individual course package.
Prices include: Language level placement before arrival, Language level placement at first day of course, Free certificate of course attendance, Wireless LAN zone at school, Internet access, course material, tuition
Course material: Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Exams offered: TOEFL ,  TOEIC
School closed: National holidays in USA:
01.Jan, 21.Jan, 18.Feb, 26.May, 04.Jul, 01.Sep, 13.Oct, 11.Nov, 27.Nov, 25.Dec
And also on the following dates 28.Nov
General opening hours for class lectures:: Morning: 8:00 - 11:40
Afternoon: 12:00 - 15:40
Languages spoken by school staff (can not be guaranteed by school): English
Languages taught at the school: English

4. Accommodation

All prices in US $ (convert currency)

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Hostel (dormitory) From 133 US $ week
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2
Homestay // double room, shared bathroom, half board
Minimum stay in weeks: 2   Distance from school: 40 minutes by public transport
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)*
Price US $ 230 920 --
Comment For 20+ weeks price is 225 USD/week. .
Includes: Access to laundry service, Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Double room.
Price extra night: 60 US $
Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
3
Homestay // single room, shared bathroom, half board
Minimum stay in weeks: 2   Distance from school: 40 minutes by public transport
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)*
Price US $ 295 1180 --
Comment For 20+ weeks price is 265 USD/week. .
Includes: Access to laundry service, Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Single room.
Price extra night: 75 US $
Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
4
Guest room // single room, bed and breakfast
Minimum stay in weeks: 1   Distance from school: 40 minutes by public transport
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)*
Price US $ 255 1020 --
Comment .
Includes: Access to laundry service, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Single room.
No extra nights bookable.
5
Residence // single room, shared bath
Minimum stay in weeks: 2   Distance from school: 10 minutes walking
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)*
Price US $ 240 960 50
Comment .
Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Single room.
No extra nights bookable.
6
Residential // shared room, private bath
Minimum stay in weeks: 2   Distance from school: 20 minutes walking
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)*
Price US $ 190 760 80
Comment For 20+ weeks price is 165 USD/week.
The residence features a gym with exercycles, weight equipment and 16-station exercise machine - plus, a convenient vending room, reading room, 3 outdoor patios, 2 elevators and 24-hour desk clerk..
Includes: Phone, Access to laundry service, No meals, Private bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).
Price extra night: 48 US $
Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
7
Studio //
Minimum stay in weeks: 2 
Accommodation weekly rate monthly rate Deposit (refundable)*
Price US $ 380 -- --
Comment Only bookable by students aged 18 and over. .
Includes: Access to laundry service, Kitchen, No meals, Private bathroom.
Room Occupancy: Single room.
No extra nights bookable.
* if stated here, the language school will charge an additional one time fee for booking the accommodation
Comment Students are expected to arrive and depart on a weekend day.
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? yes
Single room on request
Optional airport transfer: yes, for 80 US $ (one way)
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5. Leisure activities

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Examples of social activities
organised by English Language School:
San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Los Angeles Tour, San Francisco Tour, Las Vegas.

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