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Learn English in San Francisco (SFO) in California USA
 
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20, 25, 30 or 31 lessons per week,
(TOEFL, TOEIC), introduction to business English, business english (high english level students), private course, Cambridge exams preparation (FCE, CAE), communication.

Our school in the center of San Francisco near Union Square takes its districts in a beautiful building of European style, with near cafes, shops, the whole giving onto a pedestrian area. The Chinese and financial district will be close.

Tuition programs.

  • 1 lesson: 45 minutes. 60 minutes when private tuition.
  • Minimum age: 18
  • Schedule:
     20 lessons: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM from Monday to Thursday. No I-20 required
     25 lessons : 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM from Monday to Friday.
     28 lessons: same as 25 + 2 private lessons.
     30 lessons: same as 25 + 4 private lessons.
     31 lessons: same as 25 + 2:00 to 3:15 PM from Monday to Thursday.
  • Maximum  10 students per class, average of 6.
  • All levels available
  • Language laboratory, multi media center.
  • Activities organized by the school (evenings, movies, cultural or sport events). A small financial participation can, as the case may be, be asked.
  • School material. TOEFL add one time 65$US. TOEIC add one time 56$US. Business english add one time 49$US.
  • 31 lessons per week: will emphasize on  conversation/pronunciation classes
     
  • Cambridge: FCE or CAE: 25 lessons per week, 9, 10 or 12 weeks. 6 students per class. 
     
  • Exam fees on the spot: CAMBRIDGE: 495$US
     
  • TOEFL: 25 lessons per week, exam preparation course. Exams will not take place at school, but the staff will help you to enroll on the next available testing center.
    TOEFL, click here

     
  • TOEIC. 6 lessons extra to be added to a 20 or a 25 lessons per week program. Monday thru Thursday from 2PM to 3:15 PM.
    TOEIC, click here
     
  • Communication: 6 lessons extra to be added to a 20 or a 25 lessons per week program. Monday thru Thursday from 2PM to 3:15 PM. Put much emphasis on spoken English and oral
     
  • Evaluation and attestation of linguistic training

Starting dates:

Every Monday.

CAMBRIDGE EXAMS:

Starting March 17 (FCE and CAE) 12 weeks: exam between June 11 and 14.

Starting September 8 (FCE and CAE) 12 weeks: exam between December 3 and 6.

TOEIC, Business: every Monday.

TOEFL: starting on the following dates

Jan Feb March April May June July Aug. Sept Oct. Nov Dec.
13 10 10 7 5 2 - - 8 13 3 -

School closing dates:

Jan Fév April Mai Juil Sept Oct. Nov Déc
20 17 18 26 4 1 13 27,28 25

Available options

  • Airport transfer at arrival 98US$. Iff arrival between 10PM and 7AM add 42US.
  • All our rates are valid from January 1st till December 31st, and never include the plane ticket.


 


ATTENTION PLEASE:
ALL STUDENTS GOING TO THE USA IN ORDER TO GET A LANGUAGE COURSE MUST KNOW THAT THE I-20 FORM IS NOW COMPULSORY, AND IT IN ORDER TO ASK FOR A STUDENT VISA F-1, IF THE COURSE IS OF A MINIMUM OF 18 LESSONS A WEEK. ALL NATIONALITIES ARE CONCERNED.

FOR CANADIAN STUDENTS, THE I-20 FORM IS ALSO COMPULSORY BUT ARE EXEMPTED FROM VISA.

PAYMENT OF THE
SEVIS FEE (AMERICAN ANTI TERRORIST MEASURES) WILL BE ALSO COMPULSORY BESIDES THE VISA EXPENSES. REQUIRED FOR ALL NATIONALITIES.

SEVIS I-901 (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System): PRICE: 200$US

This SEVIS fee is required of all foreign nationals who come to the United States for the purpose of pursuing a full course of study in institutions such as colleges, universities, and language training programs.  It is payable one time for each single educational program in which an F-1 student participates, extending from the time the student is granted F-1 status to the time the student falls out of status, changes status, or departs the U.S. for an extended period of time. 

This fee is new and goes into effect September 1, 2004.  SEVIS fee payments will be used by the United States Department of Homeland Security to fund the Student and Exchange Visitor Program.  This program makes it possible for international students and exchange visitors to attend schools in the United States.  The fee also funds the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), a computer system employed to track international students and exchange visitors during their stays in the United States.

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RATES

The displayed prices are in US$. Please convert in Canadian dollars at the time of the final payment. Thank you. 

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Program / week 1 * * * 2 - 3 4 - 11 12 - 23 24 - 52
20 lessons 444$US 289$US 259$US 249$US 239$US
25 lessons / TOEFL * introduction to business english* * 454$US 299$US 269$US 259$US 249$US
TOEIC* - - 179$US 179$US -
Communication 95$US per week
31 lessons 489$US 314$US 284$US 274$US 264$US
28 lessons (26 group + 2 private)
582$US

407$US

368$US

358$US

348$US
30 lessons (26 group + 4 private)
General english or business english* *

690$US

515$US

468$US

458$US

448$US

Private tuition
 (number of lessons)

Add one time 120$US
(10) 590$US
(15) 885$US
(20) 1140$US
(25) 1425$US
(30) 1650$US
Cambridge(FCE,CAE) 9 weeks: 3300$US - 10 weeks: 3650$US - 12 weeks: 4100$US

* For TOEFL add 1 time 65$US (special school material)
 For TOEIC add 1 time 56$US (special school material)
* *
  For business english course,add 1 time 49$US (special school material)
* * * Prices for 1 week include school material for 1 to 4 weeks course.
From 5 weeks and more, please add 1 time:
55$US per 4 weeks term (20, 25 lessons)
75$US per 4 weeks term (28, 30 or 31 lessons)
 

Family or residence accommodation.

  • Sunday arrival.
  • Saturday departure.
     
  • Family
     1 or 2 meals per day, single or double occupancy, private or shared bathroom. The family might be a single person. Many families have children and pets and host more than one student at the same time. Family profile will be provided approx. 2 weeks prior to arrival. Travel distance to school by bus: 45-60 minutes
     

  • Residence
    1*

    This residence is a very popular residence club in the Civic Center area of San Francisco, with small, medium and large size rooms on six floors.
    Free DSL Internet Access
    All rooms have DSL ports with free Internet access. In addition, there is a computer room in the building. Each room is furnished with one or two twin-size beds and a study desk, telephone, cable TV, mini refrigerator and microwave. Weekly maid and linen service is provided.
    Continental Breakfast
    A daily continental breakfast is included in the room rates. A community kitchen with the necessary cooking utensils is available for students to cook their own meals. There are numerous reasonably priced restaurants nearby for students who prefer to eat out.
    Great Location
    The residence is located in the Civic Center area of downtown San Francisco, close to the famous SF Symphony, Ballet and Opera. Convenient public transportation by bus is available to the school

    Refundable security deposit (+): 250$US for a double occupancy bedroom or 400$US for a single occupancy bedroom.
    (+)  Except 25$US cleaning fee

    3*
    This residence is under new management. It still offers the best value accommodation in the downtown area. This is an ideal place for budget-conscious students and travelers in a vibrant, international community. Newly remodeled single and double rooms are available on two floors (4-5), with private or shared baths. The lower floors are used as an Intenational Youth Hostel, which means there are always tours and activities for all residents to join in.
    Free Wireless Internet Access
    A computer room with Internet kiosks (additional charge) is open 24 hours. Free wireless Internet access is available in all common areas and most rooms. Each room is furnished with one or two twin-size beds, a study desk, telephone, refrigerator, microwave and cable TV. Weekly maid and linen service is provided.
    Free Daily Pancake Breakfast
    Complimentary pancakes are available every morning, with free coffee and tea.
    Excellent Location
    The residence is located only 3 blocks from famous Union Square, in the heart of downtown San Francisco, and within a 10-minute walk from the school

    Refundable security deposit (+): 300$US for a double occupancy bedroom or 500$US for a single occupancy bedroom.
    (+)  Except 25$US cleaning fee

    4*
    This residence has quickly become one of the most popular Residence Clubs. The 17-floor building offers standard and deluxe rooms, most of them with a beautiful view.
    Each room is furnished with a King or Queen bed. Full size beds are provided in shared rooms. All rooms have a private bathroom.
    Free DSL Internet Access
    All rooms have DSL ports with free Internet access. In addition, there is a computer room and a fitness center located in the building. Each room is equipped with a study desk, telephone, cable TV, mini refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, iron and hair dryer. All Deluxe rooms are on floors 10 through 17 and offer wonderful city views. Standard rooms have limited views.
    Excellent Location
    The residence is located only 3 blocks from famous Union Square, in the heart of downtown San Francisco, and within a 10-minute walk from the school
    Refundable security deposit (+): 250$US for a double occupancy bedroom or 400$US for a single occupancy bedroom.
     Refundable key deposit of 25$US.

    (+)  Except 25$US cleaning fee

    Placement fee (once):

    RESIDENCE 130$US, FAMILY 180$US.

    Program / week 1 *
    Family, single, private bathroom
    breakfast
    334$US
    Family, single, private bathroom
    2 meals per day
    379$US
    Family, single, shared bathroom
    breakfast
    259$US
    Family, double, shared bathroom
    breakfast
    229$US
    Family, single, shared bathroom
    2 meals per day
    294$US
    Family, double, shared bathroom
    2 meals per day
    259$US
    RESIDENCES +
    Program / week 1 - 3
    4 - 52
     
    Residence 1*, double 283$US 174$US
    Residence 1*, single 462$US 294$US
     
    Residence 3*, double, PRIVATE bathroom 308$US 225$US
    Residence 3*, single, PRIVATE bathroom 469$US 350$US
    Residence 3*, double, SHARED bathroom 273$US 200$US
    Residence 3*, single, SHARED bathroom 399$US 300$US
     
    Residence 4*, double 364$US 238$US
    Residence 4*, single 693$US 450$US

    * Summer rates for residences:
    Add 5% for all stays taking place between June 1st and August 31st, 2014.

Our greeting families are recruited with great care. The criteria of selection are very rigorous and each family must satisfy a precise conditions of contract: : excellent morality, desire to communicate with their host, satisfactory social standing. We should specify that the families will only speak with you the language of the country where you will be. It is the principle of the immersion courses!

A host family

 

Course Description
We are offering a TOEFL Preparation Course which is designed to help students acquire the skills and confidence necessary to get a high score on the new, internet-based TOEFL test (TOEFL iBT)

TOEFL is recognized throughout the world by universities and businesses and measures your English proficiency. A high TOEFL score is required by most US colleges and universities for admission of international students.

The Internet-based TOEFL Test
The TOEFL Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) tests all four language skills that are important for effective communication: speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
The test helps students demonstrate that they have the English skills needed for success. TOEFL iBT also emphasizes integrated skills and provides better information to institutions about students' ability to communicate in an academic setting and their readiness for academic coursework.

Class Schedule
09:00 - 10:45 Structure, Grammar (Intensive English)
11:00 - 01:00 TOEFL Preparation

Students work on their grammar skills at their own level of proficiency during the first part of the class. The TOEFL Preparation incorporates the latest materials to prepare students and improve their scores on the TOEFL iBT exam. Practice tests and timed exercises are given every Friday. They will help students to gain confidence and do well on the real test.

Students may enroll for any number of weeks, based on their individual needs and goals. Classes start every Monday.

TOEFL iBT Computer Lab
We highly recommend that students who plan to attend the full-time TOEFL Preparation course in the morning, sign up for the optional Computer Lab to build the necessary skills for the internet-based TOEFL test.
The TOEFL Computer Lab is open every day, Monday to Friday, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.


TOEFL
= Test of English as a Foreign Language
TOEFL iBT = Intenet Based Testing
CBT =
Computer Based TOEFL Test

What is TOEIC?
The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) evaluates the ability to use English in an international working environment. Over 5 million people have taken the TOEIC test. More than 2000 international companies use TOEIC scores for English language assessment and employee selection.
Course Description
The TOEIC Preparation is a very popular afternoon course. The focus of this class is to prepare students to successfully pass the TOEIC test. Our classes are kept small in order to ensure a high degree of student-teacher interaction. Average class-size is 6 to 8 students.
The TOEIC Preparation course is an ideal additional afternoon option for students at the Intermediate to Advanced levels.
For Beginner students, we recommend
Private Classes in the afternoon combined with the Intensive English morning class. Please contact us to put together a program for your specific needs.

The official TOEIC Test consists of 200 multiple-choice questions: 100 Reading and 100 Listening questions. Tests are given every month at centers all over the world. No pass / fail: The test measures a range of levels from emerging proficiency to advanced professional proficiency. Test takers receive a description of what they can actually accomplish in English.

Class Schedule
09:00 - 10:45 Structure, Grammar (Intensive English)
11:00 - 01:00 TOEIC Preparation

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SanFrancisco

City of California on a mountainous land portion between the bay and the Pacific Ocean, it gets bigger from a Spanish mission based in 1776 and takes a big development during the gold rush of 1848-1849, then with the construction of the Panama canal in 1914. Destroyed largely by an earthquake followed by a fire in 1906 (it is placed on the San Andreas crack), it was reconstructed and spread on lands conquered on the bay. The famous cable cars always climb its sloping streets in landings. San Francisco is one of the biggest port of the country and the financial and cultural pole possessing several universities. In spite of frequent fogs, this city in the magnificent panoramas, suspended between two bridges (Oakland Bay, Golden Gate), attract numerous tourists. Its Chinese district ( Chinatown) is inescapable.

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