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Converse International School of Languages
San Diego, USA
Average student rating for this school was the best, or in the top 20%, among all schools <IN_COUNTRY&&>

636 Broadway Suite 210 - 92101 San Diego - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Excellent rating of teaching quality
    4.9
  • Top rated social activities
    5
  • Top rated school facilities
    4.7

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Location: Converse International School of Languages is in the Core-Columbia neighbourhood of San Diego. It is in the business district of the city, with tall office blocks. There are an eclectic mix of music venues in the area ranging from opera to blues. This reflects in the dining options and shops around Core-Colombia, which are plentiful and very different. The school is to the east of the area, on a major street, with lots of shops, restaurants, grocery stores and bars around.

Getting around: The 5th Avenue Tram Station is a 2-minute walk from the school. The orange, blue and silver lines run through this station. San Diego’s main train station is 16 minutes by foot, and 6 minutes via public transport away from Converse International School of Languages. As the school is centrally located within San Diego, it is very easy to walk around the core of the city by foot.

Major attractions: The city’s largest park, Balboa Park is a 15-minute walk from the school. Here, students can also visit the San Diego Air and Space Museum and The San Diego Museum of Art. The USS Midway Museum is in the San Diego Bay, close to the Ferry terminal and Broadway Pier. These are all 20 minutes by foot or 15 minutes by public transport.

Course structure: The school has a selection of general English lessons so students can pick the duration that fits their schedule. There are exam preparation courses for the IELTS, Cambridge, TOEFL and TOEIC exams. Specialist English courses are available to help students learn the specific language used in their particular career path such as business, engineering and aviation.

English Courses

General Language
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 332 316 663 630 969 921 1,275 1,212 1,594 1,515 1,913 1,818 2,516 2,391 3,145 2,988 3,774 3,586 3,868 3,675 7,119 6,764
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Student reviews about "Standard English" at Converse International School of Languages
Mayumi 4.0
"It was unfortunate that there were no classes offered that suited my level."
Piotr 5.0
"no comments"
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Weeks 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,530 1,454 1,913 1,818 2,295 2,181 3,026 2,875 3,783 3,594 4,539 4,313 4,697 4,463 8,713 8,278
Starting dates
Every Monday

Standard English and afternoon elective (conversational English, business English or English for academic purposes).

Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,292 1,228 1,615 1,535 1,938 1,842 2,550 2,423 3,188 3,029 3,825 3,634 3,923 3,727 7,225 6,864
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 475 452 950 903 1,395 1,326 1,800 1,710 2,250 2,138 2,700 2,565 3,560 3,382 4,450 4,228 5,340 5,073 5,525 5,249 10,375 9,857
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 20 group lessons in the morning, and 1 private lesson in the afternoon.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:35 - 15:10
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 2,100 1,995 2,625 2,494 3,150 2,993 4,200 3,990 5,150 4,893 6,180 5,871 6,500 6,175 12,125 11,519
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 20 group lessons in the morning, and 2 private lessons in the afternoon.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 2,960 2,812 3,700 3,515 4,440 4,218 5,840 5,548 7,300 6,935 8,760 8,322 9,360 8,892 17,750 16,863
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 20 group lessons in the morning, and 5 private lessons in the afternoon.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 16
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 5,780 5,491
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Possible course durations
16 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 190 181 380 361 570 542 760 722 950 903 1,140 1,083 1,520 1,444 1,900 1,805 2,280 2,166 2,470 2,347 4,750 4,513
Starting dates
Every Monday

Options are: Conversational English, Business English or English for Academic Purposes.

Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Junior
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,700 1,658 3,350 3,267 4,750 4,632 6,350 6,192
Starting dates
2026: 04 Jan 2026, 11 Jan 2026, 18 Jan 2026, 25 Jan 2026, 01 Mar 2026, 08 Mar 2026, 15 Mar 2026, 22 Mar 2026

Includes 4 half-day excursions, 1 full day excursion and 1-afternoon campus activity.


Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 2,470 2,409 4,870 4,749 6,880 6,708 8,750 8,532
Starting dates
2026: 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026

Includes 4 half-day excursions, 1 full-day excursion and 1-afternoon campus activity.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Apartment - shared / Residence, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
50 min
Course Video
CISL Summer English Camp at the University of San Diego
CISL Summer English Camp at the University of San Diego
FREE changes
Weeks 1
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 2,470 2,409
Starting dates
2026: 11 Jul 2026

Includes 4 half day excursions, 1 full day excursion and 1 afternoon campus activity.
The trip itinerary is Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Grand Canyon. Accommodation for the trip is included in the price and is in a double, triple or quad room in a hotel. Meals are not included in the price for the trip.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Apartment - shared / Residence, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,025 974 1,950 1,853 2,885 2,741 3,800 3,610
Starting dates
2026: 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026

This course includes lessons i the morning, and activities in the afternoon.

Unaccompanied minor fees:

  • Arrival: USD 150
  • Departure: USD 185

    Roundtrip Transfer fee: USD 100.
Prices
Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,340 1,273 2,570 2,442 3,900 3,705 5,000 4,750
Starting dates
2026: 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026

This course includes lessons in the morning, lunch in the afternoon, and activities during the week and the weekend.

Unaccompanied minor fees:

  • Arrival: USD 150
  • Departure: USD 185

    Roundtrip Transfer fee: USD 100.
Prices
Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 515 490 980 931 1,385 1,316 1,750 1,663
Starting dates
2026: 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026

This course includes 20 lessons of English only.

Prices
Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,700 1,658 3,350 3,267 4,750 4,632 6,350 6,192
Starting dates
2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
50 min
Online
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,145 1,088 2,290 2,176 3,435 3,264 4,580 4,351 5,725 5,439 6,870 6,527 8,015 7,615 9,160 8,702 10,305 9,790 11,450 10,878 13,740 13,053
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
10 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Private
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,145 1,088 2,290 2,176 3,435 3,264 4,580 4,351 5,725 5,439 6,870 6,527 8,015 7,615 9,160 8,702 10,305 9,790 11,450 10,878 13,740 13,053
Starting dates
Every Day

15 lessons per week of private lessons tailored to student's specific language needs.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Work & Study
FREE changes
Weeks 12
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,862 1,769
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 16 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 5,780 5,491 8,713 8,278
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10
Possible course durations
16, 25 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Business
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 390 371 780 741 1,140 1,083 1,500 1,425 1,875 1,782 2,250 2,138 2,960 2,812 3,700 3,515 4,440 4,218 4,550 4,323 8,375 7,957
Starting dates
Every Monday

12 Week Course

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 9:00 - 12:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 744 707 1,488 1,414 2,219 2,109 2,941 2,794 3,677 3,494 4,412 4,192 5,814 5,524 7,268 6,905 8,721 8,285 9,448 8,976 17,850 16,958
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 20 group business lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 3,196 3,037 3,995 3,796 4,794 4,555 6,358 6,041 7,948 7,551 9,537 9,061 10,056 9,554 19,019 18,069
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:10
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 4 / Average: 3
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,525 1,449 3,050 2,898 4,575 4,347 6,100 5,795 7,625 7,244 9,150 8,693 10,675 10,142 12,200 11,590 13,725 13,039 15,250 14,488 18,300 17,385
Starting dates
Every Monday

15 private lessons per week tailored to student's specific language needs.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
Weeks 4 8 12
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 1,275 1,212 2,516 2,391 3,774 3,586
Starting dates
2026: 12 Jan 2026, 09 Feb 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 08 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 09 Mar 2026
Special Offers:
20.00 % discount: 20.00 % discount on tuition fees only, for enrolments of a minimum of 1 weeks. Only valid for bookings at this website before May 24, 2026. Only valid for courses starting before Jun 01, 2026.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.

Course start dates:

  • 4-week course: 30 March, 15 Jun, 26 Oct.
  • 8-week course: 9 Feb, 18 May, 05 Oct.
  • 12-week course: 12 Jan, 20 Apr, 08 Sep.

    Exam dates are subject to change

    8 lessons of afternoon electives may be added for USD 75/week (F-1).Afternoon Elective choices include Conversation, Business English, & English for Academic Purposes.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Possible course durations
4, 8, 12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Language Plus Activity
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 475 452 950 903 1,395 1,326 1,840 1,748 2,300 2,185 2,760 2,622 3,640 3,458 4,550 4,323 5,460 5,187 5,655 5,373 10,500 9,975
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 665 632 1,310 1,245 1,965 1,867 2,600 2,470 3,250 3,088 3,900 3,705 5,160 4,902 6,450 6,128 7,740 7,353 8,125 7,719 15,250 14,488
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 465 442 930 884 1,365 1,297 1,800 1,710 2,250 2,138 2,700 2,565 3,560 3,382 4,450 4,228 5,340 5,073 5,525 5,249 10,250 9,738
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min

Our prices for Converse International School of Languages include

  • 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 adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant

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Student opinions about Converse International School of Languages, San Diego

4.9
Overall school rating of
Converse International School of Languages, San Diego
8 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.6 
Facilities
4.7 
Social activities
5.0 
Organisation
5.0 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.9 
Value for money
5.0 
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (2 ratings)
5.0 
Students 18-30 years (1 rating)
5.0 
Students 31-49 years (2 ratings)
4.5 
Students 50+ years (3 ratings)
5.0 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Small class sizes – CISL limits class sizes to a maximum of 8 students and experienced teaching staff.”
“Expensive parking – finding affordable parking near the school can be a challenge.”
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Course: Intensive English - 12 weeks
Review date: 24. Feb. 2025
Overall rating
4.0
“The teachers' quality was excellent, and the students, who were working adults, took their studies seriously. The small class size provided ample opportunities for in-class conversations.”
“The maximum number of students in a class is supposed to be 8, but there have been occasions when it exceeded 9. Each level is expected to have 1 to 10 classes, but due to scheduling issues with the teachers, some classes are not available. In my case, I had no option but to join a class that was either lower or higher than my actual level.”
Insider tip: “It was a good environment for studying because the students were serious.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was unfortunate that there were no classes offered that suited my level.
Other comments: A very homey school!
Verified  
Course: Standard English - 4 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2024
Overall rating
5.0
“Great team and super, well-prepared teachers. Leisure programme simply fantastic. The school is ideally located in the city centre.”
“Not all of the school's partners are as good as the school itself”
Insider tip: “2 weeks stay is usually not enough”
Verified  
Course: Standard English - 1 week
Review date: 4. Mar. 2024
Overall rating
5.0
“Yes , very nice atmosphere, friendly staff . everything top notch”
“None”
Insider tip: “Anyone who buys it should definitely take the afternoon activities as well . I decided not to and consider it a mistake”
Quality of teaching / language progress: no comments
Verified  
Course: Standard English - 6 weeks
Review date: 22. Jan. 2024
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: Standard English - 2 weeks
Review date: 13. Mar. 2023
Overall rating
5.0
Overall rating
5.0
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: Standard English - 3 weeks
Review date: 20. Mar. 2019

Ratings of Converse International School of Languages compared to ratings of all schools in the USA

 Converse International School of Languages San DiegoAverage of all other schools in the USA
Overall school rating4.94.1
Location of the school4.64.7
Facilities4.83.8
Social activities5.03.8
Organisation5.04.1
Quality of teaching4.94.1
Value for money5.03.7
Homestay5.04.0
Shared flat5.03.9

Converse International School of Languages (CISL)

Accreditations and Quality seals
NAFSASEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalCEA, BPPE
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
52% male / 48% female
Offer for returning students
When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Converse International School of Languages.
Year of school foundation
1972

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Self-study areas

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Guidance for further higher education (paid)

  • Internship placement guidance service (paid)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 16
    • Number of public PC workstations: 8

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 15%
Switzerland 12%
France 9%
Japan 8%
Saudi Arabia 7%
Korea 7%
Italy 6%
Germany 5%
China 5%
USA 5%
Spain 2%
Vietnam 1%
Turkey 1%
Other nationalities 17%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 1%
18-24 years 50%
25-34 years 25%
35-50 years 22%
>50 years 2%
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 75
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 42
Junior courses - In summer: 150
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 45
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses In summer: 4
Junior courses Throughout the year: 10
Average age of students
In summer: 27 years
Throughout the year: 27 years

Information for all courses offered by Converse International School of Languages

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
$160
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Course or accommodation change fee: USD 100.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 95 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.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 25 May 2026, 19 Jun 2026, 03 Jul 2026, 04 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 26 Nov 2026, 27 Nov 2026, 24 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
The 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.

Airport transfer

Los Angeles International Airport:
$495 one way
$990 return (both ways)
San Diego International Airport:
$160 one way
$320 return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample leisure actitvities
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Beach
- Balboa Park
- Coronado
- Old Town Historic Tour
- Outlet Malls
- Ocean Beach/Farmers Market

Adults - Paid activities

- San Diego Zoo
- Sea World
- Kayaking
- Surfing Lessons
- Trips to Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles and up
- Midway Museum

Junior - Free activities

- Beach
- Balboa Park
- Coronado
- Old Town Historic Tour
- Outlet Malls

Junior - Paid activities

- San Diego Zoo
- Sea World
- Kayaking
- Surfing Lessons
activity possible
Ballet
Baseball
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Diving
Field Hockey
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Ice Hockey
Mountainbiking
Music
Sailing
Skiing
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Yoga

Accommodation

Show details of all accommodations
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ -- 820 1230 1640 2050 2460 2870 3280 4100 4920 410 160
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 160US$.
Price extra night
$60 (Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
50 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ -- 880 1320 1760 2200 2640 3080 3520 4400 5280 440 160
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 160US$.
Price extra night
$70 (Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
55 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ -- 700 1050 1400 1750 2100 2450 2800 3500 4200 350 160
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 160US$.
Price extra night
$65 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
50 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ -- -- -- 1996 2495 2994 3493 3992 4990 5988 499 160
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of $500 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 160US$.
Price extra night
$65 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
20 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ -- -- -- 1196 1495 1794 2093 2392 2990 3588 299 160
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of $500 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 160US$.
Price extra night
$35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Average distance from school
20 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ 440 880 1320 1760 2200 2640 3080 3520 4400 5280 440 160
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Two people sharing a room and a bathroom. There can be up to four people in an apartment.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 160US$.
Price extra night
$35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room
Average distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan 2026 - 27 Jun 2026, 10 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ 585 1170 1755 2340 2925 3510 4095 4680 5850 7020 585 160
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

There are two bedrooms and each room has a private bathroom.
There can be up to two people in an apartment.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 160US$.
Price extra night
$65 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan 2026 - 27 Jun 2026, 10 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

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Questions and answers about Converse International School of Languages

Could I book Intensive English (28 lessons per week) via a tourist visa?
“No, the Intensive 28 programme is 23.33 hours and would need an F-1 VISA. ”
Alfred Lopez, School and Junior Programmes Director from Converse International School of Languages, San Diego, USA - Feb 14, 2025
Can I study for only one week and live in a homestay family?
“While it is possible to study one week at our school, we have a two week minimum for host families and a 4 week minimum for Vantaggio, our student residence.”
Audra Rosati, Admissions Advisor & DSO from Converse International School of Languages - Oct 11, 2024
Do you offer a senior course?
“We do not have a Senior course, but rather we have various levels where all ages over 18 are mixed together. ”
Audra Rosati, Admissions Advisor & DSO from Converse International School of Languages - Jul 10, 2024
When will I receive my level test from Converse International School of Languages?
“Converse International School of Languages will send you the level test to your email address 2 weeks before the start of your booked course.”
Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 06, 2023
Does Converse International School of Languages take international students for the language programme at San Diego?
“Yes, Converse International School of Languages can accept international students as long as they hold a valid visa.”
Carlos Eduardo, LanguageCourse.net - Sep 13, 2023
I would like to know if there are timetables in the afternoon and evening.
“The school offers a course of 8 lessons per week from 13:30 to 15:10. The options are: conversational English, business English or English for academic purposes.
If you wish to come to the school later in the day, they may be able to offer private lessons.

Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 16, 2023

FAQ about Converse International School of Languages, San Diego

What is the best price for a course at Converse International School of Languages, San Diego?
“English courses at Converse International School of Languages start at 148 US$ for a Career English course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Converse School?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Converse School”
Is airport pickup offered by Converse International School of Languages?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Los Angeles International Airport (495 US$), San Diego International Airport (160 US$)”
What is the number of students per class at Converse School?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Converse School varies from 1 (Online Standard Private) to 16 students (Junior Winter/Spring Homestay Program)”
Which countries are students of Converse International School of Languages from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Converse International School of Languages comes from Brazil with a 15% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (12%) and France (9%).”
Converse International School of Languages offers courses for which ages?
“Converse International School of Languages offers courses from 10 years to 99. The average age is 27 during the summer and 27 the rest of the year.”

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Terms of Converse International School of Languages

First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
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Converse International School of Languages LLC | Tax registration ID: 33-0655470

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Nationals from Belgium can travel and study a language course up to 18 hours a week and for a maximum of 90 days without a full visa. It is just necessary to apply online for an ESTA card (Electronic System for Travel Authorization).
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
Yes
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.
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