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English language schools in San Francisco

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San Francisco

San Francisco city rating by our language course clients

Overall4.7
Nightlife
3.2
Friendliness of locals
4.4
Interesting things to do
4.7
Geographic setting
4.6
Public transport
3.7
Safety
3.9
Climate
4.6
Cleanliness
3.1
Affordability
3.3
Shopping
3.9

Best English schools in San Francisco by category - age group, leisure/fun

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Students < 18 years
LSI - Language Studies International
Students < 18 years
4.8 (4)
TOP Rated by
Students 18-30 years
LSI - Language Studies International
Students 18-30 years
4.5 (4)
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Students all ages
Influent
Students all ages
4.5 (2)
TOP Rated by
leisure/fun
Influent
leisure/fun
4.5 (2)
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Value for money
Influent
Value for money
5.0 (2)
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Location of school
EC English
Location of school
5.0 (3)

11 language schools in San Francisco from $516 for a 1 week English course

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EC English, San Francisco
EC English, San Francisco
LSI - Language Studies International, San Francisco
LSI - Language Studies International, San Francisco
California Language Academy, San Francisco
California Language Academy, San Francisco
Influent, San Francisco
Influent, San Francisco
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, San Francisco
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, San Francisco
Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley, San Francisco
Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley, San Francisco
Converse International School of Languages Junior Centre, San Francisco
Converse International School of Languages Junior Centre, San Francisco
ELS, San Francisco
ELS, San Francisco
Oxford International Education Junior Centre - UC Berkeley, San Francisco
Oxford International Education Junior Centre - UC Berkeley, San Francisco
InTuition Languages, San Francisco
InTuition Languages, San Francisco
Immerse Education, San Francisco
Immerse Education, San Francisco

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San Francisco ratings & reviews

What our students said about San Francisco

With no other city do I have such a deep and everlasting connection. The city and everything that goes with it is an absolute blast if you can afford the increased prices, if you can deal with poverty, drugs, homeless people and rubbish, and if you can accept the local transport runs on practically no timetable.

5.0Jan Germany

Great to visit, even if it’s not cheap, there are a lot of activities to do and places to visit

3.0 LEONIE France

Cannot rate nightlife. Generally recommendable.

4.0Arvin Ben Luca Germany

Most recent student reviews of language schools in San Francisco

California Language Academy

The teacher was friendly and responsible and loved it.
Recommend

10 March 2025
Course: Standard 12 - Morning - 1 week
Student age: 52 years

4.0| 2 reviews
California Language Academy

Nice atmosphere overall, people are nice to each other. I wasn’t here for long but I had the opportunity to go on a field trip with the class to visit a few close neighborhoods, and the events organized (Halloween, Thanksgiving) were great.

26 November 2024
Course: Intensive 18 - Morning - 12 weeks
Student age: 17 years

4.0| 2 reviews
EC English

excellent context, little time available (only one week) for a more in-depth judgment

4 July 2022
Course: Vacation English 20 - 1 week
Student age: 17 years

4.3| 9 reviews
FedericaEC English
EC English

super location, super people, relaxed atmosphere
I can only recommend it at the moment, although there is a big problem about a far too high payment in a friend's booking, where it is still unclear right now which party (school or residence) is asking for this unannounced extra payment.

6 April 2022
Course: Vacation English 20 - 10 weeks
Student age: 19 years

4.3| 9 reviews
EC English

The location.
Good weather to study.

18 September 2013
Course: Vacation English 20 - 5 weeks
Student age: 43 years

4.3| 9 reviews
Andres EC English

Information about San Francisco

Why San Francisco? San Francisco isthe financial capital of the Amercian West Coast. Quality of life is highly prioritized in this environmentally conscious city, ranked among the top five cleanest in the US. The Bay, which fits neatly between the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, is home to 14 small islands, including Alcatraz.

Key facts about San Francisco

Population: L 865,000
Elevation: 16 m. above sea level
Region: California, City and County of San Francisco
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): 722 US$
Average course price per week (Low season): 400 US$

Weather in San Francisco

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5.67.18.610.110.510.89.99.19.17.96.15.4
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50.9 °F51.8 °F53.06 °F54.32 °F55.4 °F57.2 °F58.28 °F59.54 °F60.26 °F59 °F55.4 °F52.16 °F
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112mm97mm72mm36mm14mm4mm0mm1mm6mm27mm65mm104mm

Events in San Francisco

Best time to take a language course in San Francisco
June
North Beach Festival
North Beach Festival

13 June 2026 - 14 June 2026This festival in the neighbourhood of North Beach, San Francisco, claims to be the oldest street fair in the country. Two days of live music and other performances, an art and craft fair, street painting and even an animal blessing ceremony.

What to do in San Francisco

Alcatraz
Alcatraz
Walt Disney Family Museum
Walt Disney Family Museum
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge
Lombard Street
Lombard Street
Balmy Alley
Balmy Alley
Chinatown
Chinatown
Cable Cars
Cable Cars

Arrival airport

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 17 km. from San Francisco city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 20 minutes, 30 minutes.

Main stops: San Francisco Airport, San Bruno, South San Francisco, Colma, Daly City, Balboa Park, Glen Park, 24th St. Mission, 16th St. Mission, Cicic Center/UN Plaza

Taxi: 15 minutes drive to city center of San Francisco

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

I would like to take educational leave in San Francisco. 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. If you want to take educational leave in San Francisco, you must apply for an F1 visa.
Julia Von Vopelius-Feldt, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 16, 2023
What is the schedule for the standard course?
For most of our partner schools in San Francisco, the standard English courses are held in the morning or in the afternoon. The timetable can vary according to your level. You always receive the schedule before your arrival or on your first day at school.
Madly Simba, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 20, 2023

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about English courses in San Francisco

Can schools in San Francisco provide me with the student visa?
Students will need to apply for the student visa on their own and travel to San Francisco to study. Our partner schools in San Francisco will provide you with an I20 form once you have paid the appropriate fees.
Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 08, 2023

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