EC EnglishSan Diego, USA
- School is in beautiful La Jolla
- outdoor terrace with sea views
- A short walk away from the beach
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EC English San Diego is located in the beautiful, sun-filled San Diego, in California, USA. The school is housed within the prestigious La Jolla area of the city. La Jolla is a clean and safe neighbourhood, known for seal spotting, surfing and sunbathing, within walking distance of many attractions, shops and the beautiful coastline! Local attractions such as La Jolla Cove, Boomer Beach, La Jolla Underwater Park and Rocky Point are all close by, students of EC San Diego having all they need to reach their language goals whilst having a fantastic time. San Diego International Airport is within a 20-minute drive of the school, ensuring that international arrivals and departures can be made with ease.
School facilities: The school's facilities offer everything adult students may need to reach their language goals from a motivating and friendly environment. Facilities include a library, lounge area, computer lab, rooftop terrace and free WIFI throughout the premises. Classrooms are equipped with heating, air conditioning and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accommodation: EC San Diego can assist with accommodation in various Homestay, Residence and Aparthotel facilities local to the school. Meal plans and double room facilities for students travelling together are also available.
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, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
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.
- The language school EC English was founded in San Diego, USA in 2008.
- Tax registration ID: 95-4304137
- Abbreviated name of school: EC San Diego
English Courses
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Price at school Our price | 525 499 | 1050 998 | 1575 1497 | 2100 1995 | 2625 2494 | 3150 2993 | 3675 3492 | 4200 3990 | 5250 4988 | 5760 5472 | 11040 10488 |
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 Classes on Tuesday and Thursday.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
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Price at school Our price | 465 442 | 930 884 | 1395 1326 | 1860 1767 | 2325 2209 | 2790 2651 | 3255 3093 | 3720 3534 | 4650 4418 | 5340 5073 | 10235 9724 |
EC San Diego offers participants 20 classes per week in their sunny location, not far from excellent surf spots and the major-league baseball stadium.
All students will be assigned to a group that is suitable for their level, from beginner all the way up to advanced. The teaching staff are passionate and motivated when it comes to making sure every student gets the results they are looking for, and they often host workshops focused on developing a variety of skills - which might include CV writing, or pronunciation skills.
You will meet plenty of new people, usually from different countries around the world. This means you’re in an environment where people are looking for company, and you’ll find great language practice partners straight away.
With a focus on fluency, the General English 20 course allows you to improve your English and gain a practical understanding of the language and how to use it. You will focus on the 4 skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening, in order to improve your level and maximise your ability to use English.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
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Price at school Our price | 540 513 | 1080 1026 | 1620 1539 | 2160 2052 | 2700 2565 | 3240 3078 | 3780 3591 | 4320 4104 | 5400 5130 | 5940 5643 | 11385 10816 |
With a focus on fluency, the General English 26 course allows you to improve your English and gain a practical understanding of the language and how to use it. You will focus on the 4 skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening, in order to improve your level and maximise your ability to use English.
What can you expect on this course?
Real English
We help you to develop your English systems (grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation) and skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening), while also building the learning skills that will keep you improving and give you the confidence to use that knowledge in real-life.
Creative and Energetic Classes
When it comes to creating lessons, our teachers know what works. Classes are dynamic, engaging and motivating, designed to activate and build upon your strengths, whilst also giving targeted attention to your weaker areas. Relaxed and informal classroom environments create an encouraging atmosphere to help you build your confidence, realise your potential, and advance towards fluency.
Learn by Doing
At EC, progress is maximised as you are encouraged to learn by doing. Our EC lesson provides a structure that promotes learning while focusing on the active production of English, promoting class participation and interaction between students. We provide you the targeted support to help you achieve your academic goals. Our assessments give you feedback on how you are progressing and where you need more help.
Improve Your ‘Thinking Time’
As your skills and confidence develop with support from your teachers, so too will your ability to listen, understand and respond quickly and effectively in English. You will notice these improvements most of all when you take your English outside of the classroom and into everyday conversation in one of our vibrant English-speaking destinations!
Expert Support
Your teachers are trained to deliver on-going support, feedback and care throughout your time at EC. You will be taught by at least two teachers, exposing you to a variety of voices, improving your listening and boosting your vocabulary.
Authentic Materials
We believe there is no substitute for authentic English, so in addition to text books, our teachers use real-life resources taken from newspapers, TV, radio and the Internet. The authentic nature of these materials will give you an appreciation of the richness of the English language used in a variety of everyday contexts.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
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Price at school Our price | 595 566 | 1190 1131 | 1785 1696 | 2380 2261 | 2975 2827 | 3570 3392 | 4165 3957 | 4760 4522 | 5950 5653 | 6540 6213 | 12535 11909 |
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.
Core Classes and Special Focus Classes from Monday to Friday.
During the General English 30 course you will improve at a quicker pace. A combination of General English and a selection of specially focused classes will allow you to gain greater fluency and accuracy more quickly.
What can you expect from this course?
- More Exposure to English:
Extra exposure to English in the classroom will help you to think in English, cutting down on time spent translating from your language into English.
- Core English Plus Your Choice of Special Focus:
It’s your English course, so you get to decide what you want to study! You can choose from a number of options and focus on the areas of English that you want to improve. This will definitely help you make the most of your time on your English course.
- Maximum Teacher Contact Time:
More time with your teachers will help you to become more confident with your English. All lessons are creative and energising, allowing you to feel more self-assured.
- Intensive Focus on All Skills:
More time in class will allow you to focus on the key skill areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, which will further develop fluency and accuracy through grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
- Topic-based lessons in Everyday Contexts:
With web articles, music, videos and other authentic resources, teachers use ‘real-life’ materials that not only help you to understand how English is used by native speakers but also help you to study English independently, long after you have left EC. Every lesson is based on a topic. The English you need to know is taught within the context of the topic. You will then be able to apply your newfound skills correctly in other situations.
- A Focused and Relaxed Classroom Environment:
Happy students learn better than unhappy ones! That’s not a secret, but it’s something that EC strongly believes. And so classrooms are places where hard work is carried out in informal and relaxed settings. Your ability and motivation will improve in a classroom with a great atmosphere.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
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Price at school Our price | 775 737 | 1550 1473 | 2325 2209 | 3100 2945 | 3875 3682 | 4650 4418 | 5425 5154 | 6200 5890 | 7750 7363 | 9060 8607 | 17365 16497 |
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Students can book additional one-to-one lessons for USD 155 each.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in US$ | 525 499 | 1050 998 | 1575 1497 | 2100 1995 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course consists of General English lessons and English in the City lessons. These lessons are focused around learning more about the city you are learning English in. You will learn about the art and culture and focus on how the locals use the language. Depending on the available timetable, students enrolled in this course will be taken outside the classroom 1 or 2 times per week. 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 an exit test. Students will receive a certificate on completion in recognition of the skills they have learnt.
Take special focus lessons inspired by your chosen city. One weekly lesson will take you and your classmates outside to experience local sights and activities. Back in the classroom, your lessons will be inspired by the city, from ‘Describing Art and Culture – Museum Tours’ to ‘Talk like a Local – Neighbourhood Visits’.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
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Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10560 10032 | 15840 15048 | 21120 20064 |
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 Classes on Tuesday and Thursday.
Your journey on the road to fluency starts from your very first day.
From classroom activities to homework, everything has been curated for your maximum result, with regular assessments and detailed analyses of the gaps in your knowledge.
You will also have all the support and resources you need to improve on your weaker areas and help you succeed. Your teachers and your digital learning companion, MyEC, will be with you every step of the way.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
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Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 11160 10602 | 16740 15903 | 22320 21204 |
Your journey on the road to fluency starts from your very first day.
From classroom activities to homework, everything has been curated for your maximum result, with regular assessments and detailed analyses of the gaps in your knowledge.
You will also have all the support and resources you need to improve on your weaker areas and help you succeed. Your teachers and your digital learning companion, MyEC, will be with you every step of the way.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
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Price in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 11760 11172 | 17640 16758 | 23520 22344 |
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 and Special Focus Classes from Monday to Friday.
Your journey on the road to fluency starts from your very first day.
From classroom activities to homework, everything has been curated for your maximum result, with regular assessments and detailed analyses of the gaps in your knowledge.
You will also have all the support and resources you need to improve on your weaker areas and help you succeed. Your teachers and your digital learning companion, MyEC, will be with you every step of the way.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
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Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | 2985 2836 | 3450 3278 | 3915 3720 | 4380 4161 | 4845 4603 | 5775 5487 | 6400 6080 | 11295 10731 |
Virtual Internships offer remote internships to students in a variety of fields, including business, engineering, marketing – in 150 countries. The programme allows students to work remotely with companies from around the world, gaining practical experience, country and company cultural insights and valuable skills.
EC Language Centres has always placed a strong emphasis on immersive language learning and study abroad experiences. By partnering with Virtual Internships, EC Language Centres can provide their students with an extension to their language learning programmes – an opportunity to gain real-world work experience in a global setting. They are guaranteed an internship match, regardless of their background, major, location, or desired career field.
Together, EC helps them reach their language goals and the chance to take a step up the career ladder. The project-based experiences ensure complete a series of significant and real-world projects for their host companies – and that students aren’t spending their internship making coffee!
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
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Price at school Our price | 525 499 | 1050 998 | 1575 1497 | 2100 1995 | 2625 2494 | 3150 2993 | 3675 3492 | 4200 3990 | 5250 4988 | 5760 5472 | 11040 10488 |
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.
Get ready to start the career you’ve been dreaming about by building your confidence and professional correspondence skills with business English. For your special focus lessons you will work on language to participate in meetings, write emails and communicate confidently.
Lesson topics will cover negotiating, management and HR, branding and promotional strategies, project management, business ethics, workplace, giving presentations and preparing for interviews.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5950 5653 | -- |
This course is designed to prepare the students for the FCE exam.
Exam fees are not included.
Core English training in reading, writing, speaking and listening will focus on:
- Methods and strategies for successful integrated and independent writing.
- The skills needed to speak confidently and succeed in a one-to-one interview.
- Listening strategies such as listening for the idea of what’s said and for detail
- Skim reading for meaning, scanning for detail, paraphrasing, making inferences, and more.
Perfect Your Exam Technique
On this thorough, targeted course, you will learn the valuable exam skills needed to meet or surpass your expected result. Using sample papers and with continuous practise of specific tasks, you will become familiar with the exam you are taking and learn how to answer the questions as effectively as possible.
Improve Your English
Being in an English-speaking environment for a long time improves your level. You will be speaking English inside and outside of your classroom. Your lessons will focus on preparing you for your exam; however, you will also see your English fluency improving from spending time in an English-speaking country.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5950 5653 | -- |
This course is designed to prepare the students for the CAE exam.
Exam fees are not included.
Core English training in reading, writing, speaking and listening will focus on:
- Methods and strategies for successful integrated and independent writing.
- The skills needed to speak confidently and succeed in a one-to-one interview.
- Listening strategies such as listening for the idea of what’s said and for detail
- Skim reading for meaning, scanning for detail, paraphrasing, making inferences, and more.
Perfect Your Exam Technique
On this thorough, targeted course, you will learn the valuable exam skills needed to meet or surpass your expected result. Using sample papers and with continuous practise of specific tasks, you will become familiar with the exam you are taking and learn how to answer the questions as effectively as possible.
Improve Your English
Being in an English-speaking environment for a long time improves your level. You will be speaking English inside and outside of your classroom. Your lessons will focus on preparing you for your exam; however, you will also see your English fluency improving from spending time in an English-speaking country.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in US$ | 865 822 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 4 surfing lessons per week.
English + Surfing
Take advantage of San Diego’s incredible coastline and many amazing surf spots. Both exhilarating fun and a great workout, this course offers advanced training techniques, professional coaches and a total fitness facility to help you reach your full surfing potential.
What can you expect on this course?
Improve your English both inside and outside the classroom with English + Surfing. After your English instruction, you will head to one of the most impressive beaches in San Diego to learn how to surf. With professional coaches and excellent training techniques, you will be provided with a safe and fun atmosphere to practice this thrilling sport. Surfing lessons will take place in English, teaching you new vocabulary and practical speaking skills. Lessons could be held in Pacific Beach. You will learn to read the water, gauge the wave for take-off, develop your own feel, and intuition.
At the end of the programme you will receive a Surf Certificate and T-shirt.
First Session (1.5 hours)
Teach basic surfing, water safety and ocean terminology
Interactive discussion and participation of the fundamentals of surfing (pop ups, stance, timing, wave position, core stabilization, communication, surfing etiquette)
Surfing with emphasis on pop ups, stance on board, positioning and core stabilization
Second Session (1.5 hours)
Review of terminology and surfing fundamentals from first session
Teach terminology of currents, wave types, and process of reading the wave
Interactive discussion of the anatomy of a surfboard and types of surf breaks and surfboards
Surfing with emphasis on basic turns, written assessment
Third Session (1.5 hours)
Review of terminology, anatomy of the surfboard, and types of surf breaks from prior session
Interactive discussion of the physics of surf tricks and maneuvers (speed, acceleration, barrel, turns)
Surfing with emphasis on progressing surfing maneuvers and turns and coaching to be able to catch waves independently
Written assessment
Fourth (1.5 hours)
Interactive discussion and review of the surfing principles during the program
Surfing with emphasis in student collaboration and communication with a team surf contest
Price: $400 for 6 hours of surf lessons.
Included in price:
4 Surfing lessons = 6 hours of surfing instruction
Transportation to and from EC San Diego to a surfing location
Wetsuit and surfboard rental
What to take to surf lessons: Towel, bathing suit & sunscreen.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
Information for all courses offered by EC English
Classes are offered every day in the mornings. Exact schedules will vary depending on season and course booked. In general:
Core Classes:
- Tuesday and Thursday: from 09:00 to 10:30 and from 11:00 to 12:30.
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday: from 11:00 to 12:30 and from 12:45 to 14:15.
Special Focus Classes: - Tuesday and Thursday: from 12:45 to 14:15.
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday: from 09:00 to 10:30.
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 Supplement not applicable to bookings longer than 12 weeks.
Not included in the price:
- Bank transfer fee: USD 35.
- Student insurance (optional) up to 69 years of age: USD 25 (per week).
- Course material is USD 12 per week (maximum USD 96).
01 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 27 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- 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
EC English (EC)
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 8Number of public PC workstations: 22Free parking (<500m)
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
1000 US$ return (both ways)
300 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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Ballet | |
Baseball | |
Basketball | |
Cooking | |
Dancing | |
Diving | |
Field Hockey | |
Football (soccer) | |
Golf | |
Horse riding | |
Ice Hockey | |
Mountainbiking | |
Music | |
Rugby | |
Sailing | |
Skiing | |
Squash | |
Swimming | |
Table Tennis | |
Tennis | |
Volleyball | |
Windsurfing | |
Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Conversation class
Pronunciation class
Monthly birthday celebration
* Volunteer activities
Adults - Paid activities
Las Vegas trip
Amusement parks
Los Angeles
Hollywood & Venice Beach
San Diego Zoo trip
Sea World
Grand Canyon
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in US$ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Diego, with its wonderful Californian climate, relaxed outdoor way of life, and great scenery offers students a unique opportunity for learning. Get to know your ‘Home’ by exploring some of the most beautiful beaches in California, as well as natural parks where you can hike on trails overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Description of Accommodation
Each room is naturally lit and consists of a bed, drawer and closet. Some rooms have a TV and other amenities.
Each family will have their own set of rules and are encouraged to go over these rules with the student upon arrival and/or post the rules in a common area of the home.
Some hosts have washing machines and dryers available for students and some do not. If they are available, the student should ask a member of the family how to operate the machines. In general, students are expected to communicate evening plans to the family, ask permission for friends to visit, limit home telephone calls to local calls only unless an international card is purchased, keep their rooms tidy, and to be very quiet when returning home very late. Some host families have curfews as well as a time limit for showers. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from school.
Meal Description
Every meal is fresh and prepared daily. A variety of food is provided each one packed with nutritional value. Host families make an effort to adjust the type of food offered to the tastes of the students and take religious beliefs into consideration when preparing meals. Vegetarians or people with food allergies should specify upon booking.
Breakfast varies from family to family. It is usually self-service and includes bread, coffee, cereal. Hosts are encouraged to offer students whatever is typical for their home. Students who book half board will eat whatever the family eats. If the host family is dining out, the student will accompany them as a guest. Dinners are usually quite early in the USA, but families will inform the student of the time when they eat. Not all families will sit down and have dinner together every night. It is important that the student informs the host family beforehand should they be late or not having dinner.
Some hosts will allow students to use their kitchens to cook on their own, but this varies from family to family. Students should always ask before using the kitchen and should clean up after themselves.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in US$ | 420 | 840 | 1260 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Diego, with its wonderful Californian climate, relaxed outdoor way of life, and great scenery offers students a unique opportunity for learning. Get to know your ‘Home’ by exploring some of the most beautiful beaches in California, as well as natural parks where you can hike on trails overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Description of Accommodation
Each room is naturally lit and consists of a bed, drawer and closet. Some rooms have a TV and other amenities.
Each family will have their own set of rules and are encouraged to go over these rules with the student upon arrival and/or post the rules in a common area of the home.
Some hosts have washing machines and dryers available for students and some do not. If they are available, the student should ask a member of the family how to operate the machines. In general, students are expected to communicate evening plans to the family, ask permission for friends to visit, limit home telephone calls to local calls only unless an international card is purchased, keep their rooms tidy, and to be very quiet when returning home very late. Some host families have curfews as well as a time limit for showers. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from school.
Meal Description
Every meal is fresh and prepared daily. A variety of food is provided each one packed with nutritional value. Host families make an effort to adjust the type of food offered to the tastes of the students and take religious beliefs into consideration when preparing meals. Vegetarians or people with food allergies should specify upon booking.
Breakfast varies from family to family. It is usually self-service and includes bread, coffee, cereal. Hosts are encouraged to offer students whatever is typical for their home. Students who book half board will eat whatever the family eats. If the host family is dining out, the student will accompany them as a guest. Dinners are usually quite early in the USA, but families will inform the student of the time when they eat. Not all families will sit down and have dinner together every night. It is important that the student informs the host family beforehand should they be late or not having dinner.
Some hosts will allow students to use their kitchens to cook on their own, but this varies from family to family. Students should always ask before using the kitchen and should clean up after themselves.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in US$ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Diego, with its wonderful Californian climate, relaxed outdoor way of life, and great scenery offers students a unique opportunity for learning. Get to know your ‘Home’ by exploring some of the most beautiful beaches in California, as well as natural parks where you can hike on trails overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Description of Accommodation
Each room is naturally lit and consists of a bed, drawer and closet. Some rooms have a TV and other amenities.
Each family will have their own set of rules and are encouraged to go over these rules with the student upon arrival and/or post the rules in a common area of the home.
Some hosts have washing machines and dryers available for students and some do not. If they are available, the student should ask a member of the family how to operate the machines. In general, students are expected to communicate evening plans to the family, ask permission for friends to visit, limit home telephone calls to local calls only unless an international card is purchased, keep their rooms tidy, and to be very quiet when returning home very late. Some host families have curfews as well as a time limit for showers. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from school.
Meal Description
Every meal is fresh and prepared daily. A variety of food is provided each one packed with nutritional value. Host families make an effort to adjust the type of food offered to the tastes of the students and take religious beliefs into consideration when preparing meals. Vegetarians or people with food allergies should specify upon booking.
Breakfast varies from family to family. It is usually self-service and includes bread, coffee, cereal. Hosts are encouraged to offer students whatever is typical for their home. Students who book half board will eat whatever the family eats. If the host family is dining out, the student will accompany them as a guest. Dinners are usually quite early in the USA, but families will inform the student of the time when they eat. Not all families will sit down and have dinner together every night. It is important that the student informs the host family beforehand should they be late or not having dinner.
Some hosts will allow students to use their kitchens to cook on their own, but this varies from family to family. Students should always ask before using the kitchen and should clean up after themselves.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in US$ | 310 | 620 | 930 | 1240 | 1550 | 1860 | 2170 | 2480 | 3100 | 3720 | 310 | 95 |
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Diego, with its wonderful Californian climate, relaxed outdoor way of life, and great scenery offers students a unique opportunity for learning. Get to know your ‘Home’ by exploring some of the most beautiful beaches in California, as well as natural parks where you can hike on trails overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Description of Accommodation
Each room is naturally lit and consists of a bed, drawer and closet. Some rooms have a TV and other amenities.
Each family will have their own set of rules and are encouraged to go over these rules with the student upon arrival and/or post the rules in a common area of the home.
Some hosts have washing machines and dryers available for students and some do not. If they are available, the student should ask a member of the family how to operate the machines. In general, students are expected to communicate evening plans to the family, ask permission for friends to visit, limit home telephone calls to local calls only unless an international card is purchased, keep their rooms tidy, and to be very quiet when returning home very late. Some host families have curfews as well as a time limit for showers. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from school.
Meal Description
Every meal is fresh and prepared daily. A variety of food is provided each one packed with nutritional value. Host families make an effort to adjust the type of food offered to the tastes of the students and take religious beliefs into consideration when preparing meals. Vegetarians or people with food allergies should specify upon booking.
Breakfast varies from family to family. It is usually self-service and includes bread, coffee, cereal. Hosts are encouraged to offer students whatever is typical for their home. Students who book half board will eat whatever the family eats. If the host family is dining out, the student will accompany them as a guest. Dinners are usually quite early in the USA, but families will inform the student of the time when they eat. Not all families will sit down and have dinner together every night. It is important that the student informs the host family beforehand should they be late or not having dinner.
Some hosts will allow students to use their kitchens to cook on their own, but this varies from family to family. Students should always ask before using the kitchen and should clean up after themselves.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in US$ | 445 | 890 | 1335 | 1780 | 2225 | 2670 | 3115 | 3560 | 4450 | 5340 | 445 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Diego, with its wonderful Californian climate, relaxed outdoor way of life, and great scenery offers students a unique opportunity for learning. Get to know your ‘Home’ by exploring some of the most beautiful beaches in California, as well as natural parks where you can hike on trails overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Description of Accommodation
Each room is naturally lit and consists of a bed, drawer and closet. Some rooms have a TV and other amenities.
Each family will have their own set of rules and are encouraged to go over these rules with the student upon arrival and/or post the rules in a common area of the home.
Some hosts have washing machines and dryers available for students and some do not. If they are available, the student should ask a member of the family how to operate the machines. In general, students are expected to communicate evening plans to the family, ask permission for friends to visit, limit home telephone calls to local calls only unless an international card is purchased, keep their rooms tidy, and to be very quiet when returning home very late. Some host families have curfews as well as a time limit for showers. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from school.
Meal Description
Every meal is fresh and prepared daily. A variety of food is provided each one packed with nutritional value. Host families make an effort to adjust the type of food offered to the tastes of the students and take religious beliefs into consideration when preparing meals. Vegetarians or people with food allergies should specify upon booking.
Breakfast varies from family to family. It is usually self-service and includes bread, coffee, cereal. Hosts are encouraged to offer students whatever is typical for their home. Students who book half board will eat whatever the family eats. If the host family is dining out, the student will accompany them as a guest. Dinners are usually quite early in the USA, but families will inform the student of the time when they eat. Not all families will sit down and have dinner together every night. It is important that the student informs the host family beforehand should they be late or not having dinner.
Some hosts will allow students to use their kitchens to cook on their own, but this varies from family to family. Students should always ask before using the kitchen and should clean up after themselves.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 2800 | 3200 | 4000 | 4800 | 400 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
Costa Verde Shared Apartments are located just a few minutes from La Jolla Village Square and University Towne Centre (UTC) shopping mall. Downtown San Diego is reachable in 20 minutes by car and 35-40 minutes by public transportation. There are supermarkets within a 10-minute walk. There are many conveniences, such as Starbucks, McDonald’s, Subway, currency exchange services, banks, and department stores.
NOTE: Costa Verde Shared Apartments have a 4 week minimum booking.
Description of Accommodation
Costa Verde Shared Apartments are made up of 6 complexes of over 1200 apartments. Students can choose between single or twin rooms. Each apartment consists of a living room, bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen including a refrigerator, a dishwasher, a microwave oven, sink, and a bathroom. In each bedroom there is a bed, a bedside table, lamp, and a closet.
The apartments have a sharing ratio of 1 bathroom between 2 students. Bed linens and towels are provided, but students must bring their own beach towels. Each apartment has a clothes washer and dryer which students may use at no extra charge. Students can make free local phone calls. To make international calls, students need to buy a phone card which will unblock the phone.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 2720 | 3400 | 4080 | 4760 | 5440 | 6800 | 8160 | 680 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
Costa Verde Shared Apartments are located just a few minutes from La Jolla Village Square and University Towne Centre (UTC) shopping mall. Downtown San Diego is reachable in 20 minutes by car and 35-40 minutes by public transportation. There are supermarkets within a 10-minute walk. There are many conveniences, such as Starbucks, McDonald’s, Subway, currency exchange services, banks, and department stores.
NOTE: Costa Verde Shared Apartments have a 4 week minimum booking.
Description of Accommodation
Costa Verde Shared Apartments are made up of 6 complexes of over 1200 apartments. Students can choose between single or twin rooms. Each apartment consists of a living room, bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen including a refrigerator, a dishwasher, a microwave oven, sink, and a bathroom. In each bedroom there is a bed, a bedside table, lamp, and a closet.
The apartments have a sharing ratio of 1 bathroom between 2 students. Bed linens and towels are provided, but students must bring their own beach towels. Each apartment has a clothes washer and dryer which students may use at no extra charge. Students can make free local phone calls. To make international calls, students need to buy a phone card which will unblock the phone.
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FAQ about EC English, San Diego
- What is the best price for a course at EC English, San Diego?English courses at EC English start at 418 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 (500 US$), San Diego International Airport (150 US$)
- What is the number of students per class at EC English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at EC English varies from 15 students (General English 24) to 15 students (General English 24)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at EC English?100% of teachers at EC English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- 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 Switzerland (16%) and Saudi Arabia (16%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- EC English offers courses for which ages?EC English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.