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EC English
Santa Monica, USA

401 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 200 - 90401 Santa Monica - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Free language workshops.
  • Welcome party.
  • Santa Monica is one of the top destinations our students liked most
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.

Location: EC English Santa Monica is located in the popular and vibrant city of Santa Monica, USA. The school is housed in downtown Santa Monica, surrounded by attractions, shops, restaurants, cafés and within walking distance of the famous Santa Monica Beach. Situated within Los Angeles county, students have many excursions and activities available to them, ensuring a unique and memorable experience whilst reaching their language goals with EC Santa Monica. The school is within a 25-minute drive of LAX International Airport, enabling arrivals and departures to be made with ease.

School facilities: The school's facilities are of a very high standard, offering everything a student may need to feel comfortable inside and outside of the classrooms. All classrooms are equipped with electronic whiteboards, air conditioning, heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment. The school's facilities include a computer lab, a library, a lounge area and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise.

Course selection: Course selection offers something for students of all levels. In addition to General English programmes taught over various schedules and intensities, the school offers Academic Semester or Year programmes and English for Work.

Accommodation: EC English Santa Monica can provide accommodation in local homestay families and Residences, ensuring that students have all they need throughout their time in the city.

What makes the school special: EC English has a number of interesting extras included with the course: Free Access to Microsoft Office for the duration of the course; Orange Carpet Experience; Sunday Welcome Activity; extra language workshops and activities and access to MyEC from booking.

School chain: EC English schools are all part of the larger group of EC Holdings Ltd. As a group, they have pushed boundaries within English tuition, for all levels and age groups, for many years. The group consists of multiple schools, spread throughout locations such as the USA, UK, Ireland, Canada, Malta and South Africa.

The "EC Promise" is true throughout all EC locations, promising students that their English level will improve if they follow the 3 steps of attendance, homework and participation. The group ensures that all students will receive a friendly atmosphere to learn in, high-quality tuition and care, a varied social programme to accompany their learning, and appropriate facilities to reach their language goals.

English Courses

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General Language
Vacation English 20Popular English course
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$450$428 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 23
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 450 428 900 855 1,350 1,283 1,800 1,710 2,250 2,138 2,700 2,565 3,150 2,993 3,600 3,420 4,500 4,275 5,160 4,902 9,890 9,396
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

By taking a General English course with EC Santa Monica, you are committing to a programme of 20 classes per week (15 hours total). You will be assigned to a group that represents your level of English, and you can expect to give equal attention to all four pillars of language learning: Speaking, Writing, Listening and Reading.

Get ready to make plenty of new connections, as EC’s classes are attended mainly by international students, who are usually looking for some new friends in Santa Monica. This is a city full of trendy areas and neighbourhoods to get involved in whenever you're not studying!

Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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 - 11:00
Afternoon: 11:15 - 12:45
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: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 24Recommended English course
24 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$475$452 / week
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Price at school ($) Our price ($) 475 452 950 903 1,425 1,354 1,900 1,805 2,375 2,257 2,850 2,708 3,325 3,159 3,800 3,610 4,750 4,513 5,100 4,845 9,775 9,287
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 4 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness.

Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus lessons two days per week.

Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
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: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 26
26 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$485$461 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 23
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 485 461 970 922 1,455 1,383 1,940 1,843 2,425 2,304 2,910 2,765 3,395 3,226 3,880 3,686 4,850 4,608 5,340 5,073 10,235 9,724
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus lessons three days per week.

Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
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: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
General English 30
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$535$509 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 23
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 535 509 1,070 1,017 1,605 1,525 2,140 2,033 2,675 2,542 3,210 3,050 3,745 3,558 4,280 4,066 5,350 5,083 5,880 5,586 11,270 10,707
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness.

Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
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: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 20 + One-to-One Lessons
22 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$730$694 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 23
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 730 694 1,460 1,387 2,190 2,081 2,920 2,774 3,650 3,468 4,380 4,161 5,110 4,855 5,840 5,548 7,300 6,935 8,520 8,094 16,330 15,514
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.

Private lessons are 60 minutes long.

Students can book additional one-to-one lessons for USD 155 each.

Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:45
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: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Academic Semester / Year 24
24 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$395$376 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 24 36 48
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9,480 9,006 14,220 13,509 18,960 18,012
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all the 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.

Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus lessons two days per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
24, 36, 48 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Academic Semester / Year 26
26 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$420$399 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 24 36 48
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10,080 9,576 15,120 14,364 20,160 19,152
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus lessons three days per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
24, 36, 48 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Academic Semester / Year 30
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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$440$418 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 24 36 48
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10,560 10,032 15,840 15,048 21,120 20,064
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all the 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
24, 36, 48 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Business
English for Work
24 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
$475$452 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school ($) Our price ($) 475 452 950 903 1,425 1,354 1,900 1,805 2,375 2,257 2,850 2,708 3,325 3,159 3,800 3,610 4,275 4,062 4,750 4,513 5,100 4,845
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student. Conditions: - Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course. - Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
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.

This course includes general English lessons and English for work lessons. These lessons focus on teaching the student skills for working in an English-speaking environment. This includes negotiations, management, HR, branding, promotional strategies, project management, business ethics, giving presentations and preparing for interviews. There will be assessments throughout the course which take place both in the classroom and through assignments. Additionally there will be 5 weekly progress tests, 5 weekly tutorials and progress reports, and an exit test.

Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
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: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for EC English 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 For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week

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Student opinions about EC English, Santa Monica

5.0
Overall school rating of
EC English, Santa Monica
1 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
5.0 
Facilities
5.0 
Social activities
1.0 
Organisation
5.0 
Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 
Value for money
5.0 
Accommodation
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
59 years
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers very professional and their methods to teach.”
“No cultural activities, no gathering activities after the classes.”
Insider tip: “Los Angeles is an enormous city even though the public transport, metro and buses are pretty good. Students have to be careful.”
Details of the review
Other comments: It is a good school with great teachers and staff.
Course: Vacation English 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2023 by Maria De Las Mercedes Palma Blas
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

EC English (EC)

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPACCETALTOSEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
15% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
53% male / 47% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at EC English and you book here.
EC English operated previously under the name
CES Embassy English
Year of school foundation
2017

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

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

  • Guidance for further higher education (free)

  • Free parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 20
    • Number of public PC workstations: 30

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 19%
Saudi Arabia 16%
Switzerland 16%
Japan 16%
Korea 12%
Italy 4%
Other nationalities 17%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 6.0606060606061%
18-24 years 67.676767676768%
25-34 years 17.171717171717%
35-50 years 8.0808080808081%
>50 years 1.010101010101%
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Junior courses - In summer: 30
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Junior courses In summer: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 23 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Information for all courses offered by EC English

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
$170
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately $10 per week.
Comments about courses

Students under 18 must book homestay accommodation, a return airport transfer and provide a parental consent form. Minors traveling with parents are exempt from these requirements.

High season fee not applicable to bookings longer than 12 weeks.

Additional fees:

  • Bank transfer fee: USD 35.
  • Student insurance (optional) up to 69 years of age: USD 20 (per week).
  • US Priority International Mail: USD 40.
  • Course material:
    From 1 to 11 weks: USD 10 per week,
    From 12 to 23 weeks: USD 120.
    Courses of 24 weeks or more: USD 140.

    Classes are offered every day in the mornings. Exact schedules will vary depending on season and course booked.



Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 155 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, 31 Mar 2026, 25 May 2026, 19 Jun 2026, 03 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 26 Nov 2026, 27 Nov 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 before the start of the course via an online form.
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
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:
$165 one way
$330 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Los Angeles International Airport.

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Basic Writing Class.
- Games Night.
- Sunday Experience for new students.
- Pronunciation Class.
- Beach Volleyball.
- Movie Night.

Adults - Paid activities

- Las Vegas Weekend Tour.
- Disneyland Day Trip.
Video about leisure activities at EC English Santa Monica
activity possible
Ballet
Baseball
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Diving
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Music
Skiing
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Yoga

Accommodation

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Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
In high demand!
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
$350/ week
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Week		 One-time fee
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Price in $ 350 700 1050 1400 1750 2100 2450 2800 3500 4200 350 95
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 95US$.
Price extra night
$60 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
High season dates: 28 Jun 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 US$
Information for all accommodations
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$420/ week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week		 One-time fee
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Price in $ 420 840 1260 1680 2100 2520 2940 3360 4200 5040 420 95
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 95US$.
Price extra night
$70 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
High season dates: 28 Jun 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 US$
Information for all accommodations
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
$310/ week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week		 One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ 310 620 930 1240 1550 1860 2170 2480 3100 3720 310 95
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 95US$.
Price extra night
$55 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
High season dates: 28 Jun 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 US$
Information for all accommodations
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$350/ week
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Price in $ 350 700 1050 1400 1750 2100 2450 2800 3500 4200 350 95
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 95US$.
Price extra night
$60 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
High season dates: 28 Jun 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 US$
Information for all accommodations
Homestay - under 18
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$445/ week
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Week		 One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ 445 890 1335 1780 2225 2670 3115 3560 4450 5340 445 95
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 95US$.
Price extra night
$75 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 28 Jun 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 US$
Information for all accommodations
Santa Monica Downtown Shared Apartment
Twin room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
$520/ week
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Week		 One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ -- -- -- 2080 2600 3120 3640 4160 5200 6240 520 95
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday 14:00-22:00
Check-out
Saturday 11:00-12:00
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 $350 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 95US$.
Price extra night
$90 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Average distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
High season dates: 28 Jun 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 US$
Information for all accommodations
Santa Monica Downtown Shared Apartment
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
$955/ week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week		 One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in $ -- -- -- 3820 4775 5730 6685 7640 9550 11460 955 95
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday 11:00-12:00
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 $350 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 95US$.
Price extra night
$160 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Dates
High season dates: 28 Jun 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 US$
Information for all accommodations

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FAQ about EC English, Santa Monica

What is the best price for a course at EC English, Santa Monica?
“English courses at EC English start at 376 US$ for Academic Semester / Year 24 course with 24 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by EC English?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of EC English”
Is airport pickup offered by EC English?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Los Angeles International Airport (165 US$)”
Which countries are students of EC English from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at EC English comes from Brazil with a 19% representation, followed by students from Japan (16%) and Switzerland (16%).”
EC English offers courses for which ages?
“EC English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.”

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Terms of EC English

First day of course
Students should arrive at 10:00
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Tax registration ID: 45-2074119

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Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to USA and attending a language course.
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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
Express shipment fee (via courier)
80 US$
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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