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Q International School

1770 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, California 92101, USA
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School description

Q International School is an innovative, student-centered educational institution dedicated to inspiring academic excellence while providing an appreciation of cultural diversity and a foundation for personal growth.

Established in 2002, Q International School has served the English language learning community for over 15 years. The school has a well-earned reputation as a welcoming community providing exceptional English Language Acquisition training for non-native English speaking students.

At Q International School, our primary mission is to assist students in developing their English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

We believe that students thrive in a rigorous academic environment where they feel supported and acknowledged for their individual strengths, academic accomplishments, and achievement of personal goals.

At Q International School, we really get to know our students and celebrate their individuality.

We provide the highest quality English language instruction by offering:

- Best practices in all aspects of education.
- A unique, holistic approach to education which takes into account students mental and social well-being.
- A vast array of unique programs, services, and activities to keep students constantly engaged and immersed in English.
- Dynamic, experienced teachers to help students navigate the challenges of learning a new language.
- Technology to bring course materials to life while incorporating listening, pronunciation and grammar activities.

At Q International School, our students come first, always!

Year opened
2012
Number of classrooms
12

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TOEFL Test Center
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

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

University partners

QIS has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in USA. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

American University
Auburn University
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Benedictine College
Cañada College
College of San Mateo
Drexel University
Fisher College
Florida International University
Fordham University
Full Sail University
Grossmont College

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Q International School varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 25.

QIS teaches students from all over the world, including:

Japan
25%
Brazil
20%
South Korea
20%
Saudi Arabia
15%
Turkey
10%
Mexico
5%
Spain
5%

School holidays

QIS 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
None

School location

We are located in downtown San Diego close to the famous Balboa Park!

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Reviews

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"It was a great experience that taught me lots of things besides English"

Hasan Shosho, student from Afghanistan

I loved that each class had maximum 8 students so that gave me the opportunity to share my opinions whenever i wanted . The teachers were so open so l felt so comfortable talking to them . The foosball was an awesome way to have fun and make friends as well . And l liked the graduation party it was an excellent way to say goodbye and make students proud of themselves . The coffee shop next to the entrance came in handy because l didn’t use to have time to have breakfast in home . The activities gave me the chance to enjoy my time while improving my English skills.

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Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
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Duration of study
5 weeks
Date of study
1 Jul 2019 - 9 Aug 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"I love San Diego and I love my English classes"

Rongzhu Su

I really like the school campus, it is big, friendly, and has a lot of room for students to play and chat. My favorite part is the big lunch table, all the teachers and students sit there and eat lunch together. My teachers are great too! I love Alicia, Shaira's classes, they are funny, but I can learn a lot. The school admin people are super friendly, they always want to help me and they care about my feelings about the school. There are a lot of activities for us to go to, like the Zoo, and some museums, very nice.
I wish I can stay a little longer to improve my English, but I think my speaking improved a lot already. Thank you!

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
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Housing
Duration of study
7 weeks
Date of study
2 Jan 2018 - 23 Feb 2018
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
housing

Housing

QIS offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay (Adult)

£ 240
weekly
Age range: 18 - 75 years old
Location: Throughout San Diego
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 15 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
£ 240
Q International School offers students the experience of a lifetime. By living with an American host family, each student will develop a strong understanding of American cultural and experience American life. Each home is unique but offers the same welcoming, nurturing and safe environment. Q International School places great emphasis on the success of the Homestay Program which enhances the student’s social experience by learning local customs and participate in life in San Diego. Students are matched with a welcoming host family who will treat each student like a member of their family.

Homestay (Minor)

£ 310
weekly
Age range: 14 - 17 years old
Location: Throughout San Diego
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, telephone, wireless internet, free internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 15 - 40 minutes by other
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
£ 310
Q International School offers students the experience of a lifetime. By living with an American host family, each student will develop a strong understanding of American cultural and experience American life. Each home is unique but offers the same welcoming, nurturing and safe environment. Q International School places great emphasis on the success of the Homestay Program which enhances the student’s social experience by learning local customs and participate in life in San Diego. Students are matched with a welcoming host family who will treat each student like a member of their family.

For minor students, your host family will provide transportation to and from home and school.
student-residence

Vantaggio Gaslamp (Matching Shared)

N/A
weekly
Age range: 18 - 75 years old
Address: 927 Sixth Ave,, San Diego, California 92101, United States
Location: San Diego Downtown
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 15 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
N/A
This location is located in the Gaslamp district, walking distance to many of San Diego's bars, restaurants, nightclubs, shops, grocery stores, the shopping mall and public transportation. It is approximately 15-20 minutes' walk to/from Q International School.

Vantaggio State (Matching Shared)

N/A
weekly
Age range: 18 - 75 years old
Address: 1736 State Street, San Diego, CA 92101, United States
Location: In the city center of San Diego
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
N/A
This residence club is centrally located in San Diego's vibrant area of Little Italy and is the same street as Q international School. It also blocks away from the beautiful San Diego Bay, downtown, a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, shopping and other entertainment.

Vantaggio State (Single)

£ 347
weekly
Age range: 18 - 75 years old
Address: 1736 State St, San Diego, CA 92101, United States
Location: In the city center of San Diego
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 7 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
£ 347
This residence club is centrally located in San Diego's vibrant area of Little Italy and is the same street as Q international School. It also blocks away from the beautiful San Diego Bay, downtown, a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, shopping and other entertainment.

Vantaggio State (Double)

£ 396
weekly
Age range: 18 - 75 years old
Address: 1736 State St, San Diego, CA 92101, United States
Location: In the city center of San Diego
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 5 - 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 396
This residence club is centrally located in San Diego's vibrant area of Little Italy and is the same street as Q international School. It also blocks away from the beautiful San Diego Bay, downtown, a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, shopping and other entertainment.

Vantaggio Gaslamp (Loft)

£ 421
weekly
Age range: 18 - 75 years old
Address: 927 Sixth Ave,, San Diego, California 92101, United States
Location: San Diego Downtown
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 15 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
£ 421
This location is located in the Gaslamp district, walking distance to many of San Diego's bars, restaurants, nightclubs, shops, grocery stores, the shopping mall and public transportation. It is approximately 15-20 minutes' walk to/from Q International School.

Vantaggio Gaslamp (Double)

£ 438
weekly
Age range: 18 - 75 years old
Address: 927 Sixth Ave,, San Diego, California 92101, United States
Location: San Diego Downtown
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, air conditioning, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 15 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 438
This location is located in the Gaslamp district, walking distance to many of San Diego's bars, restaurants, nightclubs, shops, grocery stores, the shopping mall and public transportation. It is approximately 15-20 minutes' walk to/from Q International School.
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 $75 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

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.

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1770 Fourth Avenue
San Diego
California 92101
USA

School location

We are located in downtown San Diego close to the famous Balboa Park!

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