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Mini Group (20 lessons per week)

Language Studies International (LSI): San Diego
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Course description

This course features: 20 lessons per week, participants: maximum 5, minimum age: 19 years, intermediate to advanced levels*, 4-8 weeks recommended, 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA and Canada 50 minutes), 15 hours per week (in the USA and Canada 16.7 hours), courses begin: every Monday.

If you want a personal and interactive approach you should also consider the LSI Mini group course. Mini group courses include general grammar and skills. The focus on negotiations, presentations and meetings is relevant in business and non-business situations. It is an exciting alternative to LSI General 20 and Intensive 30 courses for more mature learners.

* Course also available for Pre-Intermediate level. Contact individual schools for details.

Course topics

The Business Mini-Group combines general grammar and skills development with an in-depth focus on the language of business. The focus on negotiations, presentations and meetings will be relevant to students in business and non-business situations.

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every first Monday of the month
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
23 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025 - 28 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

LSI San Diego does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:10 AM - 10:50 AM
Break
10:50 AM - 11:10 AM
Morning session
11:10 AM - 12:50 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in San Diego.

Class size

Average 3 students
Maximum 5 students

Student age

Age range 19 years old and older
Average 23 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Enjoying miles of golden beaches and some of the best weather in the United States while still having all the bustle and vibrancy of the city, San Diego is the ideal place to learn English in California.

Our language school is located in the very heart of San Diego, with restaurants, shops and transport links all nearby. The famous San Diego Zoo, the Symphony Hall, and San Diego Bay are all within easy walking distance. We offer TOEFL and Cambridge Examination preparation courses, among our many different English programmes. The school itself is housed in a modern building, and you will benefit from facilities including a computer room with free internet access while you study English.

Facilities: 18 Modern Classrooms, E-Learning System, Student Lounge, Self-study Area, Free WIFI, Student Computers, Official Exam Centre, Student Fridge, Student Microwave, Lunch Room, Free Materials, interactive Lessons.

Year opened
1989
Number of classrooms
17

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Cultural Trips
  • Cambridge Exam Center
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Language Studies International (LSI): San Diego varies over different time periods, courses and levels. In the summer, the average age is 23.

LSI San Diego teaches students from all over the world, including:

Switzerland
16%
Saudi Arabia
15%
South Korea
14%
Brazil
11%
Germany
5%
Canada
4%
Japan
4%
Austria
3%
Chile
3%
France
3%
Italy
3%
Mexico
3%
Turkey
3%
Bolivia
2%
China
2%
Russia
2%
Spain
2%
USA
2%
Venezuela
2%
Thailand
1%
Ukraine
1%

School holidays

LSI San Diego does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
23 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025 - 28 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

School location

LSI San Diego is located in a modern building in the heart of the city, close to all amenities and within easy walking distance of such attractions as San Diego Zoo, the Gaslamp District, Balboa Park and the San Diego Bay.

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reviews

Reviews

86% recommend

based on 7 reviews
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"The best school for learn english in a funny way"

Matteo Messina, student from Italy

I really enjoyed the method to learn, because was open, comfortable and funny

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
8 Jul 2024 - 19 Jul 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"INTERESTING, STIMULATING AND EFFECTIVE"

Elisa Marini, student from Italy

CLASSMATES: VERY YOUNG

CLASSROOMS: WELL STRUCTURED

TEACHER MAI:VERY GOOD, PREPARED, CLEAR, EMPATIC AND ORGANIZED

LOCATION: CENTRAL

FACILITIES: WELL KEPT

ACTIVITIES AND HOUSING: I DIDN'T USE IT

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
School location
Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
17 Jul 2023 - 4 Aug 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Great experience!!"

Graciela Lena, student from Argentina

It was a very good experience, the atmosphere in the school is excellent and encourages students to communicate in English. The activities are fun, and an opportunity to improve their English. Another interesting aspect is the possibility of meeting students from all over the world and sharing knowledge and carrying out complementary activities. Thank you all, I'm missing you.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
5 Jun 2023 - 23 Jun 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"A refreshment moment to study and speak English"

Oswaldo Filho, student from Brazil

I did like it very much. The teachers are very kind and share a lot of time with students.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Date of study
16 Oct 2017 - 20 Oct 2017
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"A good learning atmosphere and excellent teachers."

Mikko Inkala, student from Finland

The school's location is good. A short distance from downtown.
Small class sizes which is great for more focused teaching.
Friendly staff and the teachers were excellent and professional.
San Diego is nice city and there were a lot of nice things to do after the lessons.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
School location
Date of study
17 Oct 2016 - 21 Oct 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"My experience hasn't met my expectations."

Rita Orlando, student from Italy

The teacher was very good and attentive to every student in class.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
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School location
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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
8 Aug 2016 - 19 Aug 2016
Would you recommend this school?
No
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Is was amazing, I think it is the best experiencie in my life"

Gloria Estefany Avila Gomez, student from Mexico

My classes were very good. The teachers were always attentive to students, taught us in a very dynamic way and the school has nice facilities plus you meet people from other cultures. I would have liked to stay longer.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
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School location
Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
6 Jun 2016 - 1 Jul 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
housing

Housing

LSI San Diego offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Twin room - Bed & Breakfast

£ 225
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Distance to school: 15 - 50 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 225
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more
about the American culture and California life in a comfortable setting. Our Student
Services Coordinator visits all homestays on a regular basis to ensure a welcoming
and friendly atmosphere.
 Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
 Carefully selected by our Accommodation Coordinators and visited on a
regular basis
 Choice of single rooms with bed and breakfast or half-board
 All bed linen and towels provided
 Laundry facilities available in the home or at local laundry for about
US$5
 Good and reliable transport links. Commutes range from 15 to 50
minutes.
 Minimum age: 16

Homestay - Single room - Bed & Breakfast

£ 262
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 262
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the American culture and California life in a comfortable setting. Our Student Services Coordinator visits all homestays on a regular basis to ensure a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

 Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
 Carefully selected by our Accommodation Coordinators and visited on a regular basis
 Choice of single rooms with bed and breakfast or half-board
 All bed linen and towels provided
 Laundry facilities available in the home or at local laundry for about US$5
 Good and reliable transport links. Commutes range from 15 to 50 minutes.
 Minimum age: 16

Homestay - Twin room - Half Board

£ 287
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 15 - 50 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 287
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more
about the American culture and California life in a comfortable setting. Our Student
Services Coordinator visits all homestays on a regular basis to ensure a welcoming
and friendly atmosphere.
 Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
 Carefully selected by our Accommodation Coordinators and visited on a
regular basis
 Choice of single rooms with bed and breakfast or half-board
 All bed linen and towels provided
 Laundry facilities available in the home or at local laundry for about
US$5
 Good and reliable transport links. Commutes range from 15 to 50
minutes.
 Minimum age: 16

Homestay - Single room - Half Board

£ 329
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 329
Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the American culture and California life in a comfortable setting. Our Student Services Coordinator visits all homestays on a regular basis to ensure a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

 Welcoming and friendly atmosphere
 Carefully selected by our Accommodation Coordinators and visited on a regular basis
 Choice of single rooms with bed and breakfast or half-board
 All bed linen and towels provided
 Laundry facilities available in the home or at local laundry for about US$5
 Good and reliable transport links. Commutes range from 15 to 50 minutes.
 Minimum age: 16

Executive Homestay - Single room - Bed & Breakfast

£ 337
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 337
Executive Homestays are often of a higher standard than other homestay accommodation. They are evaluated in terms of décor and some have a private bathroom (en-suite or sole use) and/or extra facilities such as a television in the bedroom.

Executive Homestay - Single room - Half Board

£ 404
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 404
Executive Homestays are often of a higher standard than other homestay accommodation. They are evaluated in terms of décor and some have a private bathroom (en-suite or sole use) and/or extra facilities such as a television in the bedroom.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $95 when you register.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Visit the US Department of State website »

Flights and airport transfer

The school offers airport pickup services. If you wish to be picked up, just give us your flight details and arrival date. The price of a one-way airport transfer from San Diego International Airport is $85. You must book your airport transfer in advance when you register.

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to San Diego based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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