EF International Language CenterSan Diego, USA
- Fitness facilities includes a fully-equipped gym, dance studio, sand volleyball courts and football fields.
- Student leisure amenities include a movie theatre, foosball table and outdoor terrace for amazing views.
- Outdoor swimming pool
- One of the oldest English schools in San Diego founded in 1965
- Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EF International Language Center San Diego is located in the vibrant and friendly city of San Diego, California, USA. The school is housed in new campus facilities in the esteemed Point Loma neighbourhood and offers students many on-site amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool, a gym, a dance studio and much more. There are several shopping malls, cafés and eateries, in addition to many attractions close by, ensuring that students have all they need to enjoy their time in San Diego. EF San Diego has excellent access to public transport, allowing that the beaches and coves of La Jolla, Mission Beach and other sites such as the Balboa and Belmont Parks, are just shorts trips from the school. San Diego International Airport is within 3 kilometres of the school, ensuring all international arrivals and departures can be made with ease.
School facilities: The school offers facilities complete to give adult students a unique and pleasant experience in San Diego. The facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, dance studio, movie theatre, a gym, volleyball courts, table games and free WIFI. Each classroom is equipped with air conditioning, heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Social and Cultural: EF San Diego regularly organises weekend trips to Los Angeles, Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon.
School chain: EF was founded in Sweden over 55 years ago. It has since then helped millions of people experience new cultures, see new places and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Across the globe, they have more than 600 schools and offices in over 50 countries, delivering the best in education and student care throughout all locations. As a group, EF has hubs in Boston, London, Barcelona, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more!
EF understands that language programmes can be much more than the sole process of learning a language, as cultural immersion and diversity play a key part in any student's educational and life development.
Throughout the EF schools, programmes are readily available to adults and juniors, for career, personal and educational development.
- The language school EF International Language Center was founded in San Diego, USA in 1965.
- Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
- Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
- Abbreviated name of school: EF San Diego
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | -- | 1830 1785 | 2745 2677 | 3660 3569 | 5250 5119 | 7000 6825 | 8550 8337 | 10260 10004 | 13360 13026 | 16700 16283 | 835 815 |
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.
This is a carefully designed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build on your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy, and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | -- | 1680 1596 | 2520 2394 | 3360 3192 | 4800 4560 | 6400 6080 | 7800 7410 | 9360 8892 | 12160 11552 | 15200 14440 | 760 722 |
Come and learn English with EF Languages Abroads at their state-of-the-art San Diego location, where you’ll take part in 26 classes per week that will challenge you to develop your general English skills.
The classes are divided as follows: 16 General Language Lessons, 4 Project Sessions, 4 Special Interest Lessons, and 2 Lecture Sessions. You’ll progress consistently and reliably on the complete schedule that EF offers with this course, and they promise that as long as you complete all assignments asked of you, then you will be able to advance one course level after 6 weeks of study.
You’ll also benefit from all the activities that the school makes possible for their students, some of which include their on-site cinema, game tables, and an outdoor patio area for socialising with your classmates and teachers. Beyond the school campus, you’re just a 5-minute walk away from trendy cafes, and popular restaurants.
Occasionally, EF San Diego organises enriching travel experiences for those enrolled on their courses, which might involve visiting places like Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and others.
This is a carefully composed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1860 1767 | 2790 2651 | 3720 3534 | 5340 5073 | 7120 6764 | 8600 8170 | 10320 9804 | 13440 12768 | 16800 15960 | 840 798 |
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.
This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 2010 1960 | 3015 2940 | 4020 3920 | 5790 5646 | 7720 7527 | 9350 9117 | 11220 10940 | 14640 14274 | 18300 17843 | 915 893 |
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.
This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1580 1501 | 2370 2252 | 3160 3002 | 3750 3563 | 4500 4275 | 5250 4988 | 6000 5700 | 6570 6242 | 7300 6935 | 8760 8322 |
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1730 1687 | 2595 2531 | 3460 3374 | 4125 4022 | 4950 4827 | 5775 5631 | 6600 6435 | 7245 7064 | 8050 7849 | 9660 9419 |
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.
Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5400 5130 | 7200 6840 | 8700 8265 | 10440 9918 | 13600 12920 | 17000 16150 | 870 827 |
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English lessons + 10 special interest lessons (SPIN) focusing on TOEFL exam skills + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5850 5704 | 7800 7605 | 9450 9214 | 11340 11057 | 14800 14430 | 18500 18038 | 925 902 |
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English lessons + 10 special interest lessons (SPIN) focusing on TOEFL exam skills + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Students should be advised that places in this course are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7200 6840 | -- | 8700 8265 | 9570 9092 |
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English and exam preparation lessons focusing on exam skills and general English ability + 10 special interest lessons incl exam preparation + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks.
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7800 7605 | -- | 9450 9214 | 10395 10136 |
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English and exam preparation lessons focusing on exam skills and general English ability + 10 special interest lessons incl exam preparation + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks.
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge First exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7200 6840 | 7830 7439 | 8700 8265 | 9570 9092 |
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English and exam preparation lessons focusing on exam skills and general English ability + 10 special interest lessons incl exam preparation + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 9 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks.
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Advanced exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7800 7605 | 8505 8293 | 9450 9214 | 10395 10136 |
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English and exam preparation lessons focusing on exam skills and general English ability + 10 special interest lessons incl exam preparation + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 9 weeks.
08 Apr: 8 weeks.
17 Jun: 10 weeks.
16 Sep: 11 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Advanced exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English, and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7200 6840 | 7830 7439 | -- | 10440 9918 |
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English and exam preparation lessons focusing on exam skills and general English ability + 10 special interest lessons incl exam preparation + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 9 weeks.
16 Sep: 12 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Proficiency exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English – and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7800 7605 | 8505 8293 | -- | 11340 11057 |
The course is structured as follows: 16 General English and exam preparation lessons focusing on exam skills and general English ability + 10 special interest lessons incl exam preparation + 4 general teacher-guided lessons in project room + 1 lecture (double lesson) per week.
Starting dates:
08 Jan: 8 weeks.
08 Apr: 9 weeks.
16 Sep: 12 weeks.
Refine your listening and reading comprehension while building effective testing strategies. You’ll expand your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation for success in the Cambridge Proficiency exam. The exams test reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English – and are often administered at the EF campuses.
Cambridge English provides qualifications for English language learners as part of the University of Cambridge. They can be used as proof of language proficiency for university admissions, immigration offices or employers in most English speaking countries.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 8:15 - 17:20
Information for all courses offered by EF International Language Center
The cost of course materials vary depending on the duration of the course:
1-6 weeks is EUR 55
7-12 weeks is EUR 95
13-18 weeks is EUR 145
19-24 weeks is EUR 195
25-30 weeks is EUR 245
31-36 weeks is EUR 295
37-42 weeks is EUR 345
43-48 weeks is EUR 395
49-52 weeks is EUR 445.
Cancellation Protection fee: EUR 85 (Non-refundable).
Students must book travel insurance, which covers the whole period of the course and stay in San Diego. Students can book Erika Insurance Coverage via the school:
- Two weeks: EUR 85.
- Per additional extra week: EUR 40.
Students can have another insurance but they must prove they have booked another one.
Accommodation: - The twin room homestay included in the tuition price can be upgraded to a single room homestay for EUR 55 per week.
- Homestays are no further than 45 minutes by public transportation from school.
- Residence accommodation is also available upon request and subject to availability.
Classes are likely to take place on some days in the morning and other days in the afternoon. Students will be given the exact timetable closer to the start date. These are sample times and lessons will fall within the time frames stated depending on availability and time of year.
01 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 12 Feb 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 05 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- 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 before arrival
EF International Language Center (EF)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Billiards
Gym
Volleyball court
Soccer field / football pitch
Table tennis
Outdoor swimming pool
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 organizing transportation
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
- There is a large community of Saudi students. The cafeteria does not offer Halal but many students have chosen the vegetarian menu instead.
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
Number of classrooms: 35Number of public PC workstations: 50Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
- Size of wheelchair will matter; and student will need to be able to move in & out of wheelchair on their own.
Student Age
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | |
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Baseball | |
Basketball | |
Cooking | |
Dancing | |
Diving | |
Football (soccer) | |
Golf | |
Horse riding | |
Ice Hockey | |
Mountainbiking | |
Music | |
Rugby | |
Sailing | |
Skiing | |
Squash | |
Swimming | |
Table Tennis | |
Tennis | |
Volleyball | |
Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Movie nights (movie theater on-campus)
- Soccer (soccer field on-campus)
- Volleyball (sand volleyball court on-campus)
- Pool parties (pool on-campus)
- Yoga/Dance classes (studio on-campus)
- Fitness (fitness gym on-campus)
- Outdoor markets
Adults - Paid activities
- Gulls Hockey Games USD 20 (5-minute walk from EF, meals not included)
- Sea World USD 100 (transportation not included, $5 by public transit, 4km from EF, meals not included)
- San Diego Zoo USD 40 (transportation included, meals not included)
- Cinemas USD 12-USD 15 (10-minute walk from EF, meals not included)
- Surf Lesson USD 65 (transportation included with 6+ participants, meals not included)
- Concerts USD 20-USD 200 (assistance available upon request, transportation/meals not included)
Action and Discovery Packs:
- Action Pack - Surf Pack San Diego - (APSDO) 160 USD
- Action Pack - Disneyland Adventure - (AP2SDO) 215 USD
- Discovery Pack - San Diego Zoo - (DCPSDO) 40 USD
- Discovery Pack - Las Vegas & Grand Canyon Tour - (DCP2SDO) 540 USD
- Discovery Pack - Los Angeles & Universal Studios - (DCP3SDO) 395 USD
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | -- | 770 | 1155 | 1540 | 1925 | 2310 | 2695 | 3080 | 3850 | 4620 | 385 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Only available to book as an add-on for course options that don't already include accommodation.
Please note that the final price will fluctuate depending on whether booking is during the high season or not. Price will be confirmed upon initial booking request before payment.
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Questions and answers about EF International Language Center
- I need to know how many weeks minimum accommodation can be contracted at the EF San Diego Campus.“The EF school can offer you accommodation only for the duration of your course. Alternatively, you can book, for example, accommodation only for the first 2 weeks of your course and find your own accommodation for the rest of your stay, or you can choose not to book accommodation with the school and find your own. What they cannot offer you is accommodation if you are no longer taking a course with them.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 07, 2023
- I need to know how many weeks minimum accommodation can be contracted at the EF San Diego Campus.“The EF school can offer you accommodation only for the duration of your course. Alternatively, you can book, for example, accommodation only for the first 2 weeks of your course and find your own accommodation for the rest of your stay, or you can choose not to book accommodation with the school and find your own. What they cannot offer you is accommodation if you are no longer taking a course with them.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 07, 2023
FAQ about EF International Language Center, San Diego
- What is the best price for a course at EF Languages Abroad, San Diego?English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 751 € for Summer Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by EF Languages Abroad?Yes. The school offers pickup from Los Angeles International Airport ( €), San Diego International Airport ( €)
- What is the number of students per class at English First?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English First varies from 17 students (General Course + Accommodation) to 17 students (General Course + Accommodation)
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.