LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego, USA

Students rated LSI - Language Studies International, San Diego : 4.2/5.0   (17 reviews)

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

Comic-Con (12.Jul.2012- 15.Jul.2012)

Other English schools in San Diego offering English courses:  Human International Academy 4.0/5.0  , San Diego Language Center

General Information on LSI - Language Studies International

The language school LSI - Language Studies International was founded in San Diego, USA in 1989. LSI San Diego 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 is located in 1706 5th Ave, Ste. 300, 92101 San Diego (USA).

Facilities

The school is found on the third floor of the LSI building. There are 16 bright, spacious classrooms in the school. Our facilities include a computer room, video equipment, a resource room available to students for self-study, and a student lounge with flat-screen t.v. and table soccer and kitchen area with fridge, microwave and sink. Our school is fully wheelchair accessible, and smoking is not allowed in the building.

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.

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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Intensive 30
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 14
475 US$ per week

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General English in the morning and focus on specific areas of English (TOEFL, Business English, Conversation, etc.) in the afternoon.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50  - 16:05
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

2

Standard 20
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
375 US$ per week

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Price in US$	375	660	990	990	1200	1500	1800	2400	1800	280
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50  - 16:05
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

3

Plus 5
Lessons per week: 5  | Max. group size: 1
425 US$ per week

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This course consists of one private 50-minute lesson a day that can be added onto your Standard 20 or Intensive 30 programme.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50  - 16:05
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

4

9 Day Compact Course
Lessons per week: 82  | Max. group size: 1
6970 US$ per week

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Course starts every Saturday. 82 private lessons (USD 6970) or 92 private lessons (USD 7820) during 9 consecutive days.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 12:30  - 16:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

5

Plus 10
Lessons per week: 10  | Max. group size: 1
850 US$ per week

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This course consists of two private 50-minute lessons a day that can be added onto your Standard 20 or Intensive 30 programme.
General course schedule	Afternoon: 13:50  - 17:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

6

Private lessons 20
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
1700 US$ per week

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General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

7

Private lessons 30
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 1
2550 US$ per week

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General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50  - 16:05
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

8

International School Year 20
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
240 US$ per week (Based on the price of 36 weeks)

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Price in US$	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	8640	--
Duration 24 weeks USD 6000, 30 weeks USD 7500, 36 weeks USD 8640, 48 weeks USD 11520.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50  - 16:05
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

9

International School Year 30
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 14
290 US$ per week (Based on the price of 36 weeks)

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Price in US$	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	10440	--
Duration 24 weeks USD 7200, 30 weeks USD 9000, 36 weeks USD 10440, 48 weeks USD 13920.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50  - 16:05
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

10

TOEFL/TOEIC Preparation
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 14
375 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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4 lessons of General English in the morning + 2 lessons of TOEFL Exam Preparation in the afternoon. Duration 4, 8 or 12 weeks.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50  - 16:05
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

11

Cambridge Examination Course
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 14
375 US$ per week (Based on the price of 10 weeks)

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FCE and CAE 10 weeks: Jan 3, Jun 18; CPE 10 weeks: Jan 3; FCE, CAE & CPE 12 weeks: Mar 26, Sep 17. Exam fee not included (USD 350).
Starting dates	2012: 03.Jan.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 17.Sep.2012.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 13:50  - 16:05
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)
High season	High season dates 24.Jun.2012 - 26.Aug.2012

Note: All courses offered by LSI - Language Studies International, 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.
Lesson duration (minutes):	50 minutes
School's administrative fee:	150.00  US$
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 85 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	TOEFL ,  Cambridge First ,  Cambridge Advanced ,  Cambridge Proficiency
Average examination results:	70% at TOEFL 70% at Cambridge First 70% at Cambridge Advanced 70% at Cambridge Proficiency
Language school closed:	In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 06.Apr.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 28.May.2012, 04.Jul.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Nov.2012, 23.Nov.2012, 22.Dec.2012 - 31.Dec.2012
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Japanese, German, Italian, French, Spanish, English
Comments about courses:	A lesson is 50 minutes

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West Park Inn Hotel
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
230 US$ per week

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Price in US$	230	460	690	920	230	85
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person The West Park Inn is located in Bankers Hill near beautiful Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. It's within walking distance to downtown and Little Italy. Each of the comfortable air-conditioned rooms features a mini refrigerator and microwave. Distance from school: 3 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 95 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

2

Homestay
Single room, Half board
285 US$ per week

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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 = USD 50.00/week. Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport Includes: 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.

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Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
225 US$ per week

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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 = USD 50.00/week. Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport Includes: 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.

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West Park Inn Hotel
Single room, No meals
395 US$ per week

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Price in US$	395	790	1185	1580	395	85
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person The West Park Inn is located in Bankers Hill near beautiful Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. It's within walking distance to downtown and Little Italy. Each of the comfortable air-conditioned rooms features a mini refrigerator and microwave. Distance from school: 3 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 95 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

 

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Hostel Shared room (multiple beds)
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133 US$ per week

Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	no
Single room	on request
Optional airport transfer:	San Diego International: for 95 US$ (one way) Taxi costs about 20 US$ to the city center

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