Language school Berkeley California, Language Studies International (LSI)
- School
School
Our partner school is located in the centre of Berkeley, only a stone's throw away from the University and close to the main bus and subway lines. The school has 9 classrooms, a library, 2 computer rooms with free Internet access as well as 3 areas with a WiFi connection. The outdoor common areas will allow you to relax between classes and chat with your new friends over a coffee. Around the school, you will find Berkeley’s Asian district with its numerous theatres, jazz clubs, cafés and restaurants and the heart of San Francisco is only around 25 minutes away by subway.
Information
Courses
Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 2 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:10-12:50
Intensive course
Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 2 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:10-12:50 + 13:50-16:00 (Mon-Thu)
Combined course
Lessons: 25, 30, 35 or 40 of 50 minutes
(20 or 30 general + 5 or 10 one-to-one)
Daily schedule: 09:10–12:50
or 09:10–12:50 and 13:50–16:00 (Mon–Thu)
+ one-to-one lessons to be specified
TOEFL course
Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes
(20 general + 10 TOEFL, TOEIC)
Course duration: 4 / 8 / 12 weeks
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 14 people
Minimum age: 16 years
Daily schedule: 09:10-12:50 + 13:50-16:00
Accommodation
Host family
It's by being continually immersed in the culture of a country that you learn a language best. Staying with a Californian family means sharing in the way of life of a new culture daily and having an unforgettable experience. The families are chosen with care, know the school well and are situated around 30-45 minutes away from the language school building. Students stay in singel rooms and have half board provided.
It's by being continually immersed in the culture of a country that you learn a language best. Staying with a Californian family means sharing in the way of life of a new culture daily and having an unforgettable experience. The families are chosen with care, know the school well and are situated around 30-45 minutes away from the language school building. Students stay in singel rooms and have half board provided.
Leisure
The school gives students the opportunity to participate in a range of activities and outings, some free or at reduced prices, both during the week and on weekends. The number of options is impressive: basketball or volleyball games, shopping in San Francisco’s Union Square, BBQ’s on the Berkeley marina, swimming in Lake Anza or wine tasting in the Napa Valley… Weekend excursions are also possible, for example to the Yosemite National Park, Disneyland, Los Angeles or Las Vegas. You won’t have time to get bored! Sports fans are sure to have plenty to cheer about, with teams like the 49ers in American football, or the Giants in baseball.
At a glance
/ in summary...
| Population |
120'000 |
| School size | M |
| Level |
Elementary to advanced |
| Minimum age |
16 |
| Accommodation |
Host family / residence |
| Certificates |
TOEFL/TOEIC |
Location of the language school Language Studies International (LSI)
Quality marks
/ language school Language Studies International (LSI)
WiFi is free.
Disabled access at school
Key points
- Beautiful location in a magnificent region
- Quality school with excellent teachers
- Excellent programme of extra-curricular activities
Nationality Mix
Dates and Prices
/ Dates and prices in USD
(USD 1 ≈ EUR 0.7)
For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us.
Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end
Departure: Saturday following course end
| Starting dates: | 11.01 / 18.01 / 25.01 / 08.02 / 15.02 / 22.02 / 08.03 / 15.03 / 22.03 / 29.03 / 12.04 / 19.04 / 26.04 / 10.05 / 17.05 / 24.05 / 31.05 / 14.06 / 21.06 / 28.06 / 12.07 / 19.07 / 26.07 / 09.08 / 16.08 / 23.08 / 30.08 / 13.09 / 20.09 / 27.09 / 11.10 / 18.10 / 25.10 / 08.11 / 15.11 / 22.11 / 29.11 / 13.12 .2010 |
| Starting dates (new session): | 04.01 / 01.02 / 01.03 / 06.04 / 03.05 / 07.06 / 06.07 / 02.08 / 07.09 / 04.10 / 01.11 / 06.12 .2010 |
| Starting dates 24 w.: | 04.01 / 01.02 / 01.03 / 06.04 / 03.05 / 07.06 / 06.07 / 02.08 / 07.09 / 04.10 / 01.11 / 06.12 .2010 |
| Starting dates 30 w.: | 04.01 / 01.02 / 01.03 / 06.04 / 03.05 / 07.06 / 06.07 / 02.08 / 07.09 / 04.10 / 01.11 / 06.12 .2010 |
| Starting dates 36 w.: | 04.01 / 01.02 / 01.03 / 06.04 / 03.05 / 07.06 / 06.07 / 02.08 / 07.09 / 04.10 / 01.11 / 06.12 .2010 |
| Starting dates 48 w.: | 04.01 / 01.02 / 01.03 / 06.04 / 03.05 / 07.06 / 06.07 / 02.08 / 07.09 / 04.10 / 01.11 / 06.12 .2010 |
| TOEFL course: | 04.01 / 01.02 / 01.03 / 06.04 / 03.05 / 07.06 / 06.07 / 02.08 / 07.09 / 04.10 / 01.11 / 06.12 |
| Bank holidays: | 18.01 / 15.02 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 31.05 / 05.07 / 06.09 / 11.10 / 25.11 / 26.11 .2010 |
| School holidays: | 19.12.2009 - 03.01.2010 23.12.2010 - 02.01.2011 |
Included in price:
- Language course & course material
- Host family / single room / half board
- School enrolment fee & certificate
- Documents & travel guide
| Standard course | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 2 weeks | 1305 | 1425 |
| 3 weeks | 1860 | 2040 |
| 4 weeks | 2295 | 2395 |
| 6 weeks | 3345 | 3495 |
| 8 weeks | 4395 | 4595 |
| 12 weeks | 6255 | 6555 |
| 16 weeks | 8115 | 8515 |
| 24 weeks | 11595 | 12195 |
| Extra week (24+) | 485 | 510 |
| Intensive course | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 2 weeks | 1435 | 1555 |
| 3 weeks | 2055 | 2235 |
| 4 weeks | 2555 | 2655 |
| 6 weeks | 3735 | 3885 |
| 8 weeks | 4915 | 5115 |
| 12 weeks | 7095 | 7395 |
| 16 weeks | 9155 | 9555 |
| 24 weeks | 12555 | 13155 |
| Extra week (24+) | 545 | 570 |
| TOEFL course | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 4 weeks | 2555 | 2655 |
| 8 weeks | 4915 | 5115 |
| 12 weeks | 7095 | 7395 |
| Exam fee is to be paid online, http://www.ets.org | ||
| Options/Extras | |
|---|---|
| Combined course (price on request) | |
| One-to-one course (min. 5 lessons/week) (per lesson) | 76 |
| Residence deposit (to be paid on site) | 250 |
| End-of-year holidays in host family (per week) | 30 |
| Airport transfer (San Francisco) | 95 |
| Other Types of Accommodation | |
|---|---|
| Host family/single room/half board | +250/w. |
| Residence/single room/breakfast (18 y.o.) | +60/w. |
| Host family/single room/breakfast | -65/w. |
| Residence/double room/breakfast (18 y.o.) | -25/w. |
| High season | |
|---|---|
| Host family/single room/half board (27.06.10 - 29.08.10) | +30/w. |
| Host family/single room/breakfast (27.06.10 - 29.08.10) | +30/w. |
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