CEL-San Diego (Pacific Beach)
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| Country & city | San Diego, United States |
|---|---|
| Courses | 6 |
| Accommodation | 8 |
| Address | 945 Hornblend St, 2nd floor San Diego CA 92109 |
| Official website | www.englishcollege.com(opens in a new tab) |
About the School
Pacific Beach is a vibrant and beautiful beachside neighborhood in San Diego, popular among California surfers, college students, and tourists from around the world. Known by locals as PB, the area is famous for its great surf spots, lively nightlife, and mouthwatering seafood. CEL Pacific Beach is located on Garnett Avenue, making it very convenient for students to head straight to the beach after class or enjoy the nearby local restaurants. The school has a total of 10 state-of-the-art classrooms equipped with the latest technology useful for audiovisual learning, such as TVs and sound systems. Students can enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning throughout the school, and a student lounge with a TV. Storage space for surfboards and bicycles is also available, which is very convenient for students who want to enjoy leisure activities such as surfing or cycling at the beach. To help students achieve the best academic results, classes are kept small, with an average of 6 to 7 students and a maximum of 12 per class. CEL's faculty consists of experienced teachers who are passionate about helping students master English. Interactive teaching methods also help students communicate in English effectively and with confidence. The Student Services, Admissions, and Accommodation teams are always on site at the school, kindly helping students with all kinds of inquiries.
Highlights
- A special location near the ocean, only a 5-minute walk from the sea
- Small classes with an average of 6-7 students (maximum 12) per class
- Equipped with the latest educational equipment, including interactive whiteboards
- An ideal mix of nationalities, with students from countries all over the world
Courses & Tuition
| Course | Target | Type | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General English | Age: 16 and over, Lessons per week: 20, 23.75, 24, 28 lessons, Class size: 12 students (average 6-7) | 28 lessons per week; 1-6 weeks | US$460 | week |
| English Plus Career Development Skills | Eligible age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 23.75, 24, 28 lessons; Class size: 12 students (average 6-7) | 28 lessons per week; 1-6 weeks | US$460 | week |
| English Plus Academic Skills | Eligible age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 23.75, 24, 28 lessons; Class size: 12 students (average 6-7) | 28 lessons per week; 1-6 weeks | US$460 | week |
| Academic English for University Success | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 28 lessons, Class size: 12 students (avg. 6-7) | 28 lessons per week; 16 weeks | US$6,880 | 16 weeks |
| Exam Preparation | Eligible age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 23.75, 24, 28 lessons; Class size: 12 students (average 6-7) | 28 lessons (GE24+TOEFL4); 1-6 weeks | US$460 | week |
| Private Course | Age: 16 and over, Lessons per week: 45 minutes/lesson, Class size: 1 student |
Accommodation & Costs
| Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Homestay (single room, 2 meals a day, shared bathroom) View details . Low season: weeks 1-4 $390/week / weeks 5-11 $370/week / 12 weeks or more $350/week . Peak season (5/30-9/26): additional $30/week . Extra night $90 | US$390 |
| Homestay (single room, 2 meals a day, private bathroom) View details . Low season: weeks 1-4 $490/week / weeks 5-11 $470/week / 12 weeks or more $450/week . Peak season (5/30-9/26): additional $30/week . Extra night $100 | US$490 |
| Shared Apartment Standard (single room, shared bathroom, self-catering, ages 18 and over) View details. Low season: 1-11 weeks $530 per week / 12-23 weeks $520 per week / 24 weeks or more $510 per week. High season (5/30-9/26): $630 per week | US$530 |
| Shared Apartment Premium (single room, private bathroom, self-catering, ages 18 and over) View details. Low season: 1-11 weeks $720 per week / 12-23 weeks $710 per week / 24 weeks or more $700 per week. High season (5/30-9/26): $820 per week | US$720 |
| Homestay (Branch office) (single room, 2 meals a day, shared bathroom) | US$1,500 |
| Vantaggio Suites-State St.(branch) - Small (single room) | US$1,650 |
| Vantaggio Suites-State St.(branch) - Large (single room) | US$1,750 |
| Vantaggio Suites-State St. (branch) - Double (available when booked/checked in at the same time) | US$1,800 |
Local Expenses
| Item | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | US$150 | Once |
| Airport pickup (branch) (LAX → San Diego) | US$130 | Once |
| Airport pickup (Branch) (LAX → San Diego) | US$420 | Once |
| Airport pickup fee (San Diego Airport) | US$150 | Once |
| Homestay application fee (non-refundable) | US$200 | Once |
| Dormitory application fee (non-refundable) | US$100 | Once |
| Peak season homestay surcharge (5/30-9/26) | US$30 | 1 week |
| Peak-season dormitory fee (5/30-9/26) | US$630 | 1 week |
| Learning materials fee | US$10 | 1 week |
| Visa stamp fee (U.S. Embassy interview fee) | US$185 | Once |
| SEVIS Fee (U.S. immigration international student registration fee) | US$350 | Once |
| ESTA | US$40 | Once |
| Visa Integrity Fee (a newly introduced fee) | US$250 | Once |
| Homestay Application Fee (Branch) (non-refundable) | US$100 | Once |
| Dormitory application fee (Branch office) (non-refundable) | US$100 | Once |
Facilities
. 14 classrooms . Interactive whiteboards & smart TVs . Comfortable student lounge with a vending machine, water purifier, and microwave . Welcome reception area . Separate spaces for customized orientation and level tests . Air conditioning . Free Wi-Fi provided
Activities
Beach, barbecue parties, Disneyland, Universal Studios visits, etc.
Surroundings
. Excellent academic infrastructure . A lively neighborhood embracing the ocean . Many cafes and restaurants around the school . Famous surf spots . 5 minutes' walk from the ocean
Amounts are reference prices converted to US dollars at the rates below. Actual payment amounts depend on the exchange rate and the timing of payment.
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