EF International Language CenterSan Francisco, USA
- One of the oldest English schools in San Francisco founded in 1965
- Lessons are 40 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EF International Language Center San Francisco is located in the charming, vibrant and diverse city of San Francisco, California, USA. The school is centrally located, along with one of the city's emblematic cable car lines, has views of the Golden Gate Bridge, and is within walking distance of the pier. Surrounded by shops, cafés, eateries and portside attractions, EF San Francisco has all that students may need to feel comfortable in San Francisco, close by. Pier 39, Union Square, Ghirardelli Square and the attractions of Fisherman's Wharf are all within a moment's walk of the school, ensuring that students can create many memorable moments whilst reaching their language goals with EF San Francisco. San Francisco International Airport is within a 25-minute drive or 90-minute bus ride of the school, ensuring all international arrivals and departures can be made with ease.
School facilities: The renovated interiors of the school are on par with its excellent facilities. In addition to a spacious student lounge area with incredible views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the school has a cafeteria, computer lab, table games such as billiards and soccer, free WIFI and a Student Support Desk for any questions or queries that arise. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Course selection: Course selection at EF San Francisco offers something for students of all levels. In addition to General English taught over various schedules and intensities, the school also provides courses in Business, Exam preparation and Internships within local industries.
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 Francisco, USA in 1965.
- Legal name / parent company: EF Language Colleges Ltd
- Tax registration ID: CHE116289657
- Abbreviated name of school: EF San Francisco
- 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 in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1510 1473 | 2265 2209 | 3020 2945 | 4350 4242 | 5800 5655 | 7050 6874 | 8460 8249 | 10960 10686 | 13700 13358 | 685 668 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1340 1273 | 2010 1910 | 2680 2546 | 3840 3648 | 5120 4864 | 6200 5890 | 7525 7149 | 9600 9120 | 12000 11400 | 600 570 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1520 1444 | 2280 2166 | 3040 2888 | 4380 4161 | 5840 5548 | 7000 6650 | 8485 8061 | 11040 10488 | 13800 13110 | 690 656 |
California has a longstanding reputation for offering a lifestyle that you can’t find anywhere else in the United States, and EF San Francisco’s located right in the middle of everything it has to offer makes this an attractive option for international students who want to study with EF.
The school’s Intensive course is their most demanding programme option in terms of time and effort investment, but as a result is also the course offered by EF that offers the most significant improvements in students’ English development.
You will take 32 classes every week (16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons, and 2 lecture sessions). Apart from the benefits of attending these carefully designed classes, you will also level up your communication skills as you go thanks to spending a large amount of time every week conversing with your classmates.
San Francisco offers a lot to take advantage of outside of EF’s classrooms - such as taking a walk to popular nearby spots like Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, and Union Square.
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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1690 1648 | 2535 2472 | 3380 3296 | 4890 4768 | 6520 6357 | 7850 7654 | 9420 9185 | 12400 12090 | 15500 15113 | 775 756 |
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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1240 1178 | 1860 1767 | 2480 2356 | 2950 2803 | 3540 3363 | 4130 3924 | 4720 4484 | 5130 4874 | 5700 5415 | 6840 6498 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1410 1375 | 2115 2063 | 2820 2750 | 3375 3291 | 4050 3949 | 4725 4607 | 5400 5265 | 5895 5748 | 6550 6387 | 7860 7664 |
This course is ideal for students who do not have a lot of time to dedicate to learning but want to communicate well. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions each week.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1520 1444 | 2280 2166 | 3040 2888 | 3650 3468 | 4380 4161 | 5110 4855 | 5840 5548 | 6300 5985 | 7000 6650 | 8400 7980 |
For students and professionals who use the language in their studies or at work and want to improve their business communication skills.
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 business-related special interest sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.
Please note that this course is subject to an availability check at the time of booking, which the school will confirm.
This course helps students gain the tools and skills to succeed in business while achieving a solid understanding of business principles. From learning key vocabulary to mastering professional correspondence, they will learn how to communicate effectively.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | 1690 1648 | 2535 2472 | 3380 3296 | 4075 3974 | 4890 4768 | 5705 5563 | 6520 6357 | 7065 6889 | 7850 7654 | 9420 9185 |
For students and professionals who use the language in their studies or at work and want to improve their business communication skills.
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 business-related special interest sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.
Please note that this course is subject to an availability check at the time of booking, which the school will confirm.
This course helps students gain the tools and skills to succeed in business while achieving a solid understanding of business principles. From learning key vocabulary to mastering professional correspondence, they will learn how to communicate effectively.
High season dates 01 Jun 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4440 4218 | 5920 5624 | 7100 6745 | 8520 8094 | 11200 10640 | 14000 13300 | 700 665 |
The TOEFL exam measures the students' ability to use North American English in academic settings. Ideal for students who plan to study at a North American university.
The course aims to improve the students' general language skills and to familiarise them with the format and contents of the examination.
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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 20 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4950 4827 | 6600 6435 | 7950 7752 | 9540 9302 | 12560 12246 | 15700 15308 | 785 766 |
The TOEFL exam measures the students' ability to use North American English in academic settings. Ideal for students who plan to study at a North American university.
The course aims to improve the students' general language skills and to familiarise them with the format and contents of the examination.
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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5920 5624 | -- | 7100 6745 | 7810 7420 |
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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6600 6435 | -- | 7950 7752 | 8745 8527 |
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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5920 5624 | 6390 6071 | 7100 6745 | 7810 7420 |
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.
If less than 14 students are registered, this course may be delivered as SPIN only (General English + exam preparation SPIN lessons).
Starting dates:
06 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 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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6600 6435 | 7155 6977 | 7950 7752 | 8745 8527 |
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.
If less than 14 students are registered, this course may be delivered as SPIN only (General English + exam preparation SPIN lessons).
Starting dates:
06 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 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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5920 5624 | 6390 6071 | -- | 8520 8094 |
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 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: 9:00 - 17:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6600 6435 | 7155 6977 | -- | 9540 9302 |
he 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 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: 9:00 - 17:00
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 Francisco. 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.
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 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 before arrival
EF International Language Center (EF)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Lounge
Student support desk
Billiards
Table soccer / football
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7Number of public PC workstations: 50Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Student Age
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | |
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Baseball | |
Basketball | |
Cooking | |
Dancing | |
Football (soccer) | |
Horse riding | |
Ice Hockey | |
Mountainbiking | |
Music | |
Sailing | |
Skiing | |
Swimming | |
Tennis | |
Volleyball | |
Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Weekly student meet-ups (21+ group activities, Soccer and Running Clubs, and more)
- New Student Walking Tour of Fisherman's Wharf (included during intake process)
- Student parties & events
Adults - Paid activities
- Alcatraz (USD 50)
- Muir Woods and Bay trip (USD 145)
- Wine Tasting (USD 10)
- Yosemite (USD 210)
- Bike Tour across Golden Gate Bridge (USD 45)
- Day trip excursion to Monterey/Carmel (USD 115)
Action Pack - Bike The Bridge: Three hour guided tour through Fisherman's Wharf, across the Golden Gate Bridge and into the small town of Sausalito, returning on the ferry across the San Francisco Bay (APSFD)
Discovery Pack - Las Vegas: Three days, two nights in Las Vegas, NV. Transportation in Las Vegas, guide and hotel included (quad room, though triple/twin/single are available for added price). Central accommodation on the Las Vegas strip. Free VIP entrance to Vegas nightclubs included (DCP3SFD) LIMITED During COVID - Check for availability.
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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FAQ about EF International Language Center, San Francisco
- What is the best price for a course at EF Languages Abroad, San Francisco?English courses at EF Languages Abroad start at 589 € 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 San Francisco 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.