Language studies abroad : Adults : Destinations : English : USA : San Diego

Language school San Diego
Embassy CES

The school occupies the 17th floor of a large, modern and air-conditioned building offering an uninterrupted view of the city. Located in the heart of San Diego’s city-centre, our partner school is only a few minutes on foot from the Horton Plaza shopping district and the historic area of Gaslamp, with its numerous international restaurants and music clubs. The 16 classrooms are spacious and comfortable, the computer room allows you to access the Internet free of charge and you can take advantage of the student lounge to relax and get to know your new friends over a coffee.

At a glance

Population
1,300,000
School size
L
Level
Beginner to advanced
Minimum age
16
Accommodation
Host family / student residence
Certificates
FCE
Special Work experience placement

Courses

Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 48 weeks
Level: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: 10 to 15 students
Minimum age: 16
Daily schedule: 08:00-11:40 or 12:00-15:40
Intensive course
Lessons: 28 of 50 minutes
Duration of courses: 2 to 48 weeks
Daily schedule: 08:00-11:40 and 12:20-14:00 (Monday-Thursday)
Details: see Standard course
Preparation for Cambridge certificate (FCE)
Lessons: 28 of 50 minutes
(20 general English + 8 Cambridge preparation)
Duration of course: 10 or 12* weeks
*+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate
Students/class: max. 12 students
Details: see Inensive course
Work experience placement
Following the completion of an Intensive language course of at least one month's duration, Embassy CES offers you the option of undertaking a period of unpaid work experience.
Duration: 4 or 8 weeks
Domains: marketing, tourism, finance…

Accomodation

Host family
Host families offer accommodation in single rooms with two meals provided daily. They live in the city’s residential areas, about 20 minutes from the centre of town. They have been selected by our partner school to offer you a warm welcome in the best conditions.
J Street Inn residence
This residence offers double rooms in a beautiful part of the city-centre, 20 minutes on foot from the school. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom as well as a TV, a microwave and a small refrigerator.

Leisure

The school organises beach volleyball tournaments, basketball and football, as well as offering a wide range of water sports. Themed entertainment evenings are also organised for students in order to encourage friendships in an international atmosphere. On weekends, students can participate in various outings and excursions. Las Vegas, Palm Springs and Los Angeles are offered regularly and, for something different, it’s also possible to visit Tijuana, the first town after the Mexican border.  

Embassy CES
WiFi is free.
Prices 2008

Dates and Prices in American Dollars
(USD 1 ≈ CHF 1.25 / EUR 0.76)

Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Starting dates:
every Monday, all year round
Cambridge Course 10 w.:
02.01 - 11.03
Cambridge Course 10 w.:
02.01 - 09.03
Cambridge Course 12+1 w.:
19.03 - 16.06
17.09 - 15.12
Cambridge Course 12+1 w.:
17.03 - 14.06
15.09 - 13.12
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11 / 25.12.2007
Bank holidays:
01.01 / 21.01 / 18.02 / 26.05 / 04.07 / 01.09 / 13.10 / 27.11 / 28.11 / 25.12.2008
Included in price:
  • Language Course & Course Materials
  • Accommodation with a hostfamily or in a residence
  • School enrolment fee & certificate
  • Documents & travel guide
A: Homestay/single room/half board
B: Residence/twin room/no meals
Standard Course A B
2 weeks 1195 995
3 weeks 1725 1425
4 weeks 2255 1855
6 weeks 3315 2715
8 weeks 4335 3535
12 weeks 6315 5115
16 weeks 8375 6775
24 weeks 11655 9255
Extra week (24+) 480 380
2 weeks 1260 1050
3 weeks 1820 1505
4 weeks 2380 1960
6 weeks 3500 2870
8 weeks 4540 3700
12 weeks 6560 5300
16 weeks 8700 7020
24 weeks 12140 9740
Extra week (24+) 500 400


Intensive Course A B
2 weeks 1345 1145
3 weeks 1950 1650
4 weeks 2555 2155
6 weeks 3765 3165
8 weeks 4935 4135
12 weeks 7275 6075
16 weeks 9655 8055
24 weeks 12375 9975
Extra week (24+) 510 410
2 weeks 1400 1190
3 weeks 2030 1715
4 weeks 2660 2240
6 weeks 3920 3290
8 weeks 5100 4260
12 weeks 7460 6200
16 weeks 9900 8220
24 weeks 13220 10820
Extra week (24+) 545 445


Cambridge Course A B
10 weeks 6555 5555
10 weeks 6880 5830
Examination fee to be paid on site ~370

Examination fee to be paid on site ~390

Cambridge Course A B
12+1 weeks 8110 6810
12+1 weeks 8465 7100
Examination fee to be paid on site ~370

Examination fee to be paid on site ~390

TOEFL or TOEIC Course A B
4 weeks 1255 855
4 weeks 2660 2240

TOEFL: Exam fee is to be paid online, http://www.ets.org/toefl
TOEIC: Examination fee to be paid on site ~100


Options/Extras
Internship Placement (4 weeks) 977
Internship Placement (4 weeks) 890
Internship Placement (8 weeks) 2555
Internship Placement (8 weeks) 1395
Christmas at the hostfamily's (per week) (20.12.08-04.01.09) 0
Christmas at the hostfamily's (per week) (20.12.08-04.01.09) 100
Airport transfer 75
Airport transfer 80
Compulsory Insurance for internship:
4 weeks 124
8 weeks 217

Homestay/twin room -65/w.
Homestay/twin room (20+) -40/w.


Key points of the language school in San Diego

• Central location in the heart of town
• Accommodation in host family or student residence
• Combine course with professional work experience placement
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