
LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego, USA
| Description | Courses | |
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| 15.00 % discount | 15.00 % discount on tuition fees only. Only valid for bookings at this website. before 20.12.2013. |
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General Information on LSI - Language Studies International
The language school LSI - Language Studies International was founded in San Diego, USA in 1989. It is a modern, fully equipped school located in the financial district of downtown San Diego. It is a short walk from the main transportation routes and is close to restaurants, shopping areas, and places of cultural interest. The school address is: 1706 5th Ave, Ste. 300, 92101 San Diego (USA).
Facilities
Kitchen for student use, fridge for student use, microwave for student use, computer lab, lounge, student support desk, printer for student use, table soccer / football, free water dispenser, free WIFI
Facilities for disabled students
Disabled toilet, adapted for students with learning difficulty, wheelchair access to classroom, wheelchair access to reception
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning, heating, ample natural light in all classrooms.
TV in some classrooms.
Accreditations and Quality seals of LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego
BBPVE, TESOL, CATESOL, PIER
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is San Diego International Airport. It takes 10 minutes by taxi or bus to school.
| Number of classrooms: | 16 | |
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| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 200 Adult courses throughout the year: 140 Junior courses in summer: 100 Junior courses throughout the year: 40 | |
| Average no. of levels: | Adult courses in summer: 7 Adult courses throughout the year: 5 | |
| English teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 50 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 20 years throughout the year: 26 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years 11 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 3 % China 1 % Germany 3 % France 5 % | Italy 16 % Japan 7 % Korea 17 % Switzerland 20 % Spain 8 % |
All prices in US$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed. The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US$ | 485 | 830 | 1245 | 1540 | 2310 | 3080 | 3850 | 4380 | 5600 | 6700 | 365 |
| Options for the afternoon lessons: General English, Exam Preparation (TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, IELTS) or Business English. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 02.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US$ | 380 | 670 | 1005 | 1220 | 1830 | 2440 | 3050 | 3420 | 440 | 5300 | 285 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 02.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in US$ | 7130 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Course starts every Saturday, 82 lessons for 9 consecutive days. Also available with 92 lessons (US$8000). | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00 - 12:30 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US$ | 1740 | 3480 | 5220 | 6960 | 8700 | 10440 | 12180 | 13920 | 17400 | 20880 | 1740 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US$ | 2610 | 5220 | 7830 | 10440 | 13050 | 15660 | 18270 | 20880 | 26100 | 31320 | 2610 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in US$ | 1005 | 2010 | 3015 | 4020 | 5025 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Morning English lessons followed by a variety of activities and excursions in the afternoon make up the core of the programme (playing fields, swimming pool, indoor sports hall, student library). Evening and weekend events round out the experience. This beautiful beach city offers sunshine all year round- a perfect place to study! The price includes: - Full board homestay accommodation in shared room Required extra costs: - Airport transfer: one way US$100, return US$200 - Airport transfer for unaccompanied minors: one way US$200, return US$400 Upon request: - Insurance, per week US$25 | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | 2013: 02.Jan.2013, 07.Jan.2013, 14.Jan.2013, 21.Jan.2013, 28.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013. Course not available: 10.Feb.2013 - 31.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00 - 12:00 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in US$ | 1305 | 2610 | 3915 | 5220 | 6525 | 7830 | 9135 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Based at the San Diego State University Campus (summer courses), the programme gives younger students the opportunity to study in an international environment with other young students from the world over. Morning English lessons followed by a variety of activities and excursions in the afternoon make up the core of the programme (playing fields, swimming pool, indoor sports hall, student library). Evening and weekend events round out the experience. This beautiful beach city offers sunshine all year round- a perfect place to study! The price includes: - Full board residential full board accommodation in shared room - Younger students (11-13 years) must be accompanied and stay in residences Required extra costs: - Airport transfer: one way US$100, return US$200 - Airport transfer for unaccompanied minors: one way US$200, return US$400 Upon request: - Insurance, per week US$25 | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | 2013: 24.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 08.Jul.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 22.Jul.2013, 29.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013. Course not available: 01.Jan.2013 - 22.Jun.2013, 11.Aug.2013 - 31.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00 - 12:00 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 30 | 36 | 48 |
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6120 | 7650 | 8820 | 11760 |
| A long-term course including General English and other academic options. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 02.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 30 | 36 | 48 |
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7320 | 9150 | 10620 | 14160 |
| A long-term course with General English morning follwed by afternoon elective. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 02.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 1540 | -- | -- | -- | 3080 | -- | -- | 4380 |
| 20 lessons of General English + 10 lessons of TOEFL exam preparation per week. | |||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) ![]() | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3850 | 4380 |
| Starting dates: FCE 11 weeks: Jan 2nd. FCE 12 weeks: Mar 25th, Jun 3rd, Sep 16th. CAE 11 weeks: Jan 2nd. CAE 12 weeks: Mar 25th, Jun 3rd, Sep 16th. CPE 10 weeks: Jan 2nd. CPE 12 weeks: Mar 25nd, Sep 16th. Exam fee not included. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | 2013: 02.Jan.2013, 25.Mar.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 16.Sep.2013. | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:10 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) ![]() | ||||||||||
| Exam dates | 09.Mar.2013 - 16.Mar.2013, 11.Jun.2013 - 13.Jun.2013, 22.Aug.2013 - 23.Aug.2013, 03.Dec.2013 - 05.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| Exam fee | 350 US$ | ||||||||||
4. Accommodation
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] ![]() | One-time fee (charged by school) | ||||
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| Price in US$ | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1140 | 285 | 85 | ||||
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Christmas supplement: US$50 per week. Executive supplement: US$80 per week. Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport Includes: Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 55 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||||||
| Dates | High season dates 23.Jun.2013 - 25.Aug.2013 | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement per week: 30 US$ | |||||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] ![]() | One-time fee (charged by school) | ||||
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| Price in US$ | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 225 | 85 | ||||
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Christmas supplement: US$50 per week. Executive supplement: US$80 per week. Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport Includes: Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 45 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||||||
| Dates | High season dates 23.Jun.2013 - 25.Aug.2013 | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement per week: 30 US$ | |||||||||
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing | 1 km | |||
| Diving | 30 km | |||
| Golf | 30 km | |||
| Horse riding | 60 km | |||
| Mountainbiking | 60 km | |||
| Music | 1 km | |||
| Sailing | 30 km | |||
| Skiing | 280 km | |||
| Tennis | 30 km | |||
| Volleyball | 30 km | |||
| Windsurfing | 30 km | |||
| Other leisure options: | Museums, shopping, movies | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by language school: | Beach Volleyball, Dinner, Movie Night, Soccer, Art Walk, Taco Tuesday, Karaoke | |||
| Overall rating | 4.2/5.0 (18 reviews) |
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| City | 4.4/5.0 |
| Organisation | 4.1/5.0 |
| Facilities | 3.8/5.0 |
| Social activities | 4.1/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 3.9/5.0 |
| Value for money | 3.7/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | 3.7/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 3.0/5.0 |
| Other | 3.8/5.0 |
| Students liked about LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego | |
| "I liked about this school that people deal with each other very openly, and that the lessons are designed playfully. It is the best language school that I have ever been to until now." - Lisa-marie (14 years) | |
| "Relaxed atmosphere in the classroom" - Diethard (61 years) | |
| "Openness of the teachers, the atmosphere, contacts to people from all over the world" - Svenja (15 years) | |
| "The teachers, and the other students are great!!!" - Francisco Jose (21 years) | |
| "The teachers were all very friendly, patient and helpful!!" - Boris (39 years) | |
| All 18 reviews of LSI - Language Studies International | |
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