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.
- School currently has special offers.Details
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.
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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Price at schoolOur price | 525499 | 1050998 | 15751497 | 21001995 | 26252494 | 31502993 | 36753492 | 42003990 | 52504988 | 57605472 | 1104010488 |
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 Classes on Tuesday and Thursday.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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Price at schoolOur price | 465442 | 930884 | 13951326 | 18601767 | 23252209 | 27902651 | 32553093 | 37203534 | 46504418 | 53405073 | 102359724 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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Price at schoolOur price | 540513 | 10801026 | 16201539 | 21602052 | 27002565 | 32403078 | 37803591 | 43204104 | 54005130 | 59405643 | 1138510816 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus Classes three days per week.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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Price at schoolOur price | 595566 | 11901131 | 17851696 | 23802261 | 29752827 | 35703392 | 41653957 | 47604522 | 59505653 | 65406213 | 1253511909 |
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.
Core Classes and Special Focus Classes from Monday to Friday.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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Price at schoolOur price | 775737 | 15501473 | 23252209 | 31002945 | 38753682 | 46504418 | 54255154 | 62005890 | 77507363 | 90608607 | 1736516497 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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
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Price in US$ | 525499 | 1050998 | 15751497 | 21001995 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
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.
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 schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1056010032 | 1584015048 | 2112020064 |
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 Classes on Tuesday and Thursday.
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 schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1116010602 | 1674015903 | 2232021204 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus Classes three days per week.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1176011172 | 1764016758 | 2352022344 |
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 and Special Focus Classes from Monday to Friday.
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 in US$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 29852836 | 34503278 | 39153720 | 43804161 | 48454603 | 57755487 | 64006080 | 1129510731 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
The price listed includes the General English 20 course plus the Internship placement fee.
Requirements:
- Internship duration: From 4 to 16 weeks (minimum 120 hours).
Internship Placement Fee is USD 995 when doing a 24+ weeks English course.
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 schoolOur price | 525499 | 1050998 | 15751497 | 21001995 | 26252494 | 31502993 | 36753492 | 42003990 | 52504988 | 57605472 | 1104010488 |
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.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 59505653 | -- |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is designed to prepare the students for the FCE exam.
Exam fees are not included.
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$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 59505653 | -- |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is designed to prepare the students for the CAE exam.
Exam fees are not included.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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Price in US$ | 865822 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 4 surfing lessons per week.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:45 - 14:15
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
Student opinions about EC English, San Diego
EC English, San Diego
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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
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Guidance for further higher education (free)
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)
Student Age / Nationality
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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.
Airport transfer
1000 US$ return (both ways)
300 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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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
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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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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Student Testimonial Videos
FAQ about EC English, San Diego
- I am interested in taking an English course in San Diego. I would like to take a class over 30.“Currently (2024), we do not have partner schools in San Diego exclusively for students over 30. We have a specific programme, Home Tuition, where you live and study in the teacher's home, or we can suggest the EC school: it is a school chain where the average age of students tends to be higher than other schools in the area. You could for example choose a Business English course, there are usually older students there. ”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 02, 2024
- 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 Saudi Arabia with a 22% representation, followed by students from Brazil (19%) and Switzerland (15%).
- 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.