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San Diego
| English Programs | Lesson Times | Lessons/ week | 2 weeks | 3 weeks | 4-7 weeks | 8-12 weeks | 13-24 weeks | 25+ weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GENERAL ENGLISH | ||||||||
| Standard | am | 20 | $355 | $345 | $340 | $335 | $315 | $310 |
| Standard Plus (F1) | am/pm | 21.8 | $355 | $345 | $340 | $335 | $315 | $310 |
| Intensive | am/pm | 28 | $440 | $430 | $425 | $420 | $400 | $395 |
| Afternoon Elective | pm | 8 | $135 | $135 | $135 | $135 | $135 | $135 |
| PREMIER ENGLISH | ||||||||
| Executive English | am | 20 | $755 | $750 | $745 | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Executive English Intensive | am/pm | 28 | $855 | $850 | $845 | $835 | $835 | $835 |
| English for Engineers | am/pm | 20 | $755 | $750 | $745 | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Aviation English | am/pm | 20 | $755 | $750 | $745 | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Private Lessons | Times | 1 lesson | 5 lessons | 10 lessons | 15 lessons | 20 lessons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Private Lessons | to be arranged | $85 | $385 | $725 | $1085 | $1445 |
| Executive Private Lessons | $85 | $425 | $850 | $1155 | $1500 |
Note: All lessons are 50 minutes. Minimum of two weeks enrollment. Prices include books & materials.
| Test Preparation | Lesson Times | Lessons/week | Price per session (start dates vary) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 weeks | 6 weeks | 7 weeks | 9 weeks | 11 weeks | |||
| PET | am | 20 | X | $2360 | X | X | X |
| FCE | am | 20 | X | X | X | $3812 | $4538 |
| FCE Intensive | am/pm | 28 | X | X | X | $4109 | $5022 |
| CAE | am | 20 | X | X | $3388 | $3812 | $4538 |
| CAE Intensive | am/pm | 28 | X | X | $3542 | $4109 | $5022 |
| TOEFL | am | 20 | $1420 | $2125 | X | X | X |
| TOEIC | am | 20 | X | $2125 | X | X | X |
| IELTS (San Diego only) | am | 20 | X | $2280 | X | X | X |
| Test Preparation Start Dates (CISL San Diego) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course | 4 weeks | 6 weeks | 8 weeks | 9 weeks | 11 weeks |
| FCE | X | X | X | Jan 8, Apr 9, June 18, Oct 1 | Mar 26, Sep 17 |
| CAE | X | X | Jan 2 | Apr 9, June 18, Oct 1 | Mar 26, Sep 17 |
| TOEFL | Jun 4, July 2, Nov 26 | Jan 8, Feb 26, Apr 16, Aug 13, Oct 8 | X | X | X |
| IELTS | X | Jan 7, Feb 18, July 1, Aug 12, Sep 23 | X | X | X |
| EXAM DATES | |||||
| PET | Jun 6 | ||||
| FCE | Mar 11 - 15; Jun 10 - 14; Aug 19 - 23; Dec 2 - 6 | ||||
| CAE | Feb 25 - Mar 1; Jun 10 - 14; Aug 19 - 23; Dec 2 - 6 | ||||
| Other Programs | Fee | Course Price |
|---|---|---|
| Career English | $1350 | Course price must be added to the fee and will vary depending on the number of weeks and type of class chosen. Minimum number of weeks required. |
| Academic Year Program | $1350 | |
| University Pathway | $1350 |
San Francisco
Maximum of 5 students per class
start dates: every week of the year
Minimum age: 18
17 hours 55 minutes
Fees 2020
English Language Training for Global Success
Architecture of the Language
Clarity of Spoken Interaction
Writing Effective Professional Communication
Leadership Skills
Total price per week $775.00
Total price including 5 tutorials per week $1280.00
- For a one week course, please add a supplement of $120
- For a course of 12 weeks or longer there is a reduction of $113 per week
- Additional one-to-one lessons can be booked as required
- Homestay accommodation including breakfast and dinner $380 per week
2020 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Converse International School of languages is only closed on certain national holidays. Except for private lessons, no credit or make-up time will be granted for lessons lost because of holidays.
- January 1, 2020: New Year’s Day
- February 18, 2020: President’s Day
- May 27, 2020: Memorial Day
- July 4, 2020: Independence Day
- September 2, 2020: Labor Day
- November 28 + 29, 2020: Thanksgiving
- December 24 + 25, 2020: Christmas
- January 1, 2021: New Year’s Day
All dates, prices, and courses subject to change.
Adult Programs
2020 San Diego Courses (For ages 17+)
| English Programs | Lesson Per Wk | Lesson Times | Price per week (starts any Monday) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 4-7 | 8-12 | 13-24 | 25+ | |||
| General English | ||||||||
| Standard | 20 | am | $360 | $350 | $345 | $340 | $320 | $315 |
| Standard Plus (F1) | 21.8 | am/pm | $360 | $350 | $345 | $340 | $320 | $315 |
| Intensive (F1) | 28 | am/pm | $445 | $435 | $430 | $425 | $405 | $400 |
| Afternoon Elective | 8 | pm | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 |
| Premier English (max 4 students per class) | ||||||||
| Executive English | 20 | am | $755 | $750 | $745 | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Executive Intensive (F1) | 28 | am/pm | $855 | $850 | $845 | $835 | $835 | $835 |
| English for Engineers | 20 | am | $755 | $750 | $745 | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Aviation English | 20 | am | $755 | $750 | $745 | $735 | $735 | $735 |
| Test Preparation | Lesson Per Wk | Lesson Times | Price per week (start dates vary) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 wks | 6 wks | 7 wks | 9 wks | 11 wks | |||
| B1 PET | 20 | am | X | $2,390 | X | X | X |
| B2 FCE | 20 | am | X | X | X | $3,860 | $4,595 |
| B2 FCE Intensive (F1) | 28 | am/pm | X | X | X | $4,155 | $5,080 |
| C1 CAE | 20 | am | $1,900 | X | $3,388 | $3,860 | $4,595 |
| C1 CAE Intensive (F1) | 28 | am/pm | X | X | $3,542 | $4,155 | $5,080 |
| TOEFL | 20 | am | $1,420 | $2,125 | X | X | X |
| TOEIC | 20 | am | X | $2,125 | X | X | X |
| IELTS | 20 | am | X | $2,280 | X | X | $4,185 |
| Private Lessons | Time | 1 lesson | 5 lessons | 10 lessons | 15 lessons | 20 lessons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Private (50 minutes per lesson) | To be arranged | $90 | $395 | $750 | 1,085 | 1,445 |
| Executive Private (50 minutes per lesson) | $95 | $435 | $860 | 1,165 | 1,500 |
| Family Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Contact school for additional details as cost is dependent on family size |
| Other Programs | Placement Fee | Course** | Total CISL Cost** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career English Package* | $1,360 | $2,070+ | $3,430+ |
| Academic Year Program (AYP) | $1,360 | $6,480+ | $7,840+ |
| University Pathway | $1,360 | $5,100+ | $6,460+ |
2020 San Diego Accommodations
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- Typical travel time to CISL San Francisco is 30 - 50 minutes using public transportation.
- Private rooms include a bed with linens, a desk, and a lamp.
- Most CISL homestays have shared bathrooms, but a few with private bathrooms are available.
- Students have access to laundry machines.
- All homestays have free Wi-Fi.
- Students will eat meals with the homestay family.
- Students get to learn about American culture and speak English outside of school.
- Families are visited by the CISL Homestay Coordinator to ensure they meet CISL requirements.
- Important note: CISL has a policy of never allowing two students of the same native language to stay with the same family at the same time.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| Price per week | Additional nights | |
| Breakfast & Dinner | $380/wk | $60 |
| Breakfast Only | $340/wk | $55 |
*All prices are per person
Note: For arrivals between June 1 and August 31, 2020, there will be an additional $25 per week summer surcharge. Please arrive by 21:30 on your first day. Prices for a shared bedroom or a private bathroom are available upon request. For special dietary needs add $25 per week.
CONTACT INFORMATION
711 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 359-9042
usastudentresidences.com
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- A 15-minute walk to CISL San Francisco.
- Rooms include a small refrigerator, microwave, free Wi-Fi, and cable TV
- Breakfast is served daily: pancakes, toast, oatmeal, juices, coffee/tea, and fruit
- Weekly linen and housekeeping service provided.
- Common areas for students include a large lounge with billiards and foosball tables, fully equipped community kitchen, library, and yoga studio.
- Coin-operated laundry and free laundry soap available.
- Weekly student activities offered.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| USA Stundent Residence | Price per night | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 29 nights | 30 nights or more | |
| Private Room | ||
| Private bath | $130 | $67 |
| Shared bath | $112 | $58 |
| Shared Room | ||
| Private bath | $84 | $44 |
| Shared bath | $69 | $36 |
*All prices are per person, per night. Prices subject to change.
Additional Fees: The following fees are to be paid directly to the residence upon arrival: security deposit of $300 (refundable), key deposit of $25 (refundable), and cleaning fee of $25 (not refundable). All fees are per person.
Notes: Minimum stay is seven nights.
CONTACT INFORMATION
112 Columbus Avenue,
Jackson Square
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: (415) 500-4950
columbusresidence.com
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- A 10-minute walk to CISL San Francisco.
- Located 2 blocks from the Financial District.
- Each room has complimentary Wi-Fi and DSL, mini-fridge, and telephone with voicemail.
- DSL Satellite TVincluded.
- There is a fully-equipped community kitchen and a sink and microwave station on each floor.
- Kikko coffee vending machine for espresso, cappuccino, and latte are available.
- Laundry room with 8 washers and dryers on premise.
- Weekly maid service included.
- Linens provided (towels not provided).
- Includes 24 hour front desk concierge and security with surveillance cameras.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| Columbus Residence | Price per night | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 29 nights | 30 nights or more | |
| Private Room | ||
| Private bath | $128 | $95 |
| Shared bath | $60 - $70 | $43 - $50 |
| Shared Room | ||
| Private bath | $64 | $48 |
| Shared bath | $49 | $38 |
*All prices are per person, per night. Prices subject to change.
Additional Fees: The following fees are to be paid directly to the residence upon arrival: security deposit of $400 for private rooms and $250 per person for shared rooms (refundable), key deposit of $25.00 (refundable), cleaning fee of $25.00 (non-refundable). Students may purchase a towel and washcloth at the front desk for $12.
Notes: Stays shorter than 30 nights include the San Francisco city tax and are only available May 1 through September 30, 2020.
CONTACT INFORMATION
1870 Sacramento Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 474-6200
monroeresidenceclub.com
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- Travel time to CISL San Francisco is 30 minutes walkingdistance or 20 - 30 minutes using public transportation.
- Rooms include private or shared bathroom, cable TV, mini refrigerator, telephone with switchboard message service, and wireless internet.
- Features: television lounge, game room,study room, polished mahogany fireplace, and laundry room.
- Meals: Monday-Saturday: American-style breakfast and 4 course dinner Sunday: Brunch meal served
- Maid service provided Monday through Friday.
- Cooking is not allowed.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| Monroe Residence | Price per night | |
|---|---|---|
| Premier** | Standard | |
| Private Room | ||
| Private bath | $90 | $71 |
| Shared bath | $83 | $69 |
| Shared Room | ||
| Private bath | $57 | $46 |
| Shared bath | $53 | $45 |
*All prices are per person, per night. Prices subject to change.
** Remodeled room with hardwood floors
Notes: Minimum stay is seven nights. No security deposit, no key deposit, no cleaning fee.
CONTACT INFORMATION
629 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 474-6698
sheldonhotelsf.com
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- A 15-minute walk to CISL San Francisco.
- Located 2 blocks from Union Square.
- All rooms include mini-refrigerators, a study desk, and private bathrooms.
- Free Wi-Fi and cable TV included.
- Weekly linen and housekeeping service provided.
- Community kitchen and small laundry room available.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| Sheldon Hotel | Price per night | |
|---|---|---|
| 30 nights or more | ||
| Private Room/ private bath | ||
| Medium | $67 | |
| Large | $74 | |
*All prices are per person, per night. Prices subject to change.
Additional Fee: $25 one time cleaning fee is to be paid upon arrival.
Notes: For 1 – 29 nights, please contact school for a quote.
2020 San Francisco Accommodations
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- Typical travel time to CISL San Francisco is 30 - 50 minutes using public transportation.
- Private rooms include a bed with linens, a desk, and a lamp.
- Most CISL homestays have shared bathrooms, but a few with private bathrooms are available.
- Students have access to laundry machines.
- All homestays have free Wi-Fi.
- Students will eat meals with the homestay family.
- Students get to learn about American culture and speak English outside of school.
- Families are visited by the CISL Homestay Coordinator to ensure they meet CISL requirements.
- Important note: CISL has a policy of never allowing two students of the same native language to stay with the same family at the same time.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| Price per week | Additional nights | |
| Breakfast & Dinner | $380/wk | $60 |
| Breakfast Only | $340/wk | $55 |
*All prices are per person
Note: For arrivals between June 1 and August 31, 2020, there will be an additional $25 per week summer surcharge. Please arrive by 21:30 on your first day. Prices for a shared bedroom or a private bathroom are available upon request. For special dietary needs add $25 per week.
CONTACT INFORMATION
711 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 359-9042
usastudentresidences.com
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- A 15-minute walk to CISL San Francisco.
- Rooms include a small refrigerator, microwave, free Wi-Fi, and cable TV
- Breakfast is served daily: pancakes, toast, oatmeal, juices, coffee/tea, and fruit
- Weekly linen and housekeeping service provided.
- Common areas for students include a large lounge with billiards and foosball tables, fully equipped community kitchen, library, and yoga studio.
- Coin-operated laundry and free laundry soap available.
- Weekly student activities offered.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| USA Stundent Residence | Price per night | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 29 nights | 30 nights or more | |
| Private Room | ||
| Private bath | $130 | $67 |
| Shared bath | $112 | $58 |
| Shared Room | ||
| Private bath | $84 | $44 |
| Shared bath | $69 | $36 |
*All prices are per person, per night. Prices subject to change.
Additional Fees: The following fees are to be paid directly to the residence upon arrival: security deposit of $300 (refundable), key deposit of $25 (refundable), and cleaning fee of $25 (not refundable). All fees are per person.
Notes: Minimum stay is seven nights.
CONTACT INFORMATION
112 Columbus Avenue,
Jackson Square
San Francisco, CA 94133
Phone: (415) 500-4950
columbusresidence.com
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- A 10-minute walk to CISL San Francisco.
- Located 2 blocks from the Financial District.
- Each room has complimentary Wi-Fi and DSL, mini-fridge, and telephone with voicemail.
- DSL Satellite TVincluded.
- There is a fully-equipped community kitchen and a sink and microwave station on each floor.
- Kikko coffee vending machine for espresso, cappuccino, and latte are available.
- Laundry room with 8 washers and dryers on premise.
- Weekly maid service included.
- Linens provided (towels not provided).
- Includes 24 hour front desk concierge and security with surveillance cameras.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| Columbus Residence | Price per night | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 29 nights | 30 nights or more | |
| Private Room | ||
| Private bath | $128 | $95 |
| Shared bath | $60 - $70 | $43 - $50 |
| Shared Room | ||
| Private bath | $64 | $48 |
| Shared bath | $49 | $38 |
*All prices are per person, per night. Prices subject to change.
Additional Fees: The following fees are to be paid directly to the residence upon arrival: security deposit of $400 for private rooms and $250 per person for shared rooms (refundable), key deposit of $25.00 (refundable), cleaning fee of $25.00 (non-refundable). Students may purchase a towel and washcloth at the front desk for $12.
Notes: Stays shorter than 30 nights include the San Francisco city tax and are only available May 1 through September 30, 2020.
CONTACT INFORMATION
1870 Sacramento Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 474-6200
monroeresidenceclub.com
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- Travel time to CISL San Francisco is 30 minutes walkingdistance or 20 - 30 minutes using public transportation.
- Rooms include private or shared bathroom, cable TV, mini refrigerator, telephone with switchboard message service, and wireless internet.
- Features: television lounge, game room,study room, polished mahogany fireplace, and laundry room.
- Meals: Monday-Saturday: American-style breakfast and 4 course dinner Sunday: Brunch meal served
- Maid service provided Monday through Friday.
- Cooking is not allowed.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| Monroe Residence | Price per night | |
|---|---|---|
| Premier** | Standard | |
| Private Room | ||
| Private bath | $90 | $71 |
| Shared bath | $83 | $69 |
| Shared Room | ||
| Private bath | $57 | $46 |
| Shared bath | $53 | $45 |
*All prices are per person, per night. Prices subject to change.
** Remodeled room with hardwood floors
Notes: Minimum stay is seven nights. No security deposit, no key deposit, no cleaning fee.
CONTACT INFORMATION
629 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: (415) 474-6698
sheldonhotelsf.com
DESCRIPTION AND AMENITIES
- A 15-minute walk to CISL San Francisco.
- Located 2 blocks from Union Square.
- All rooms include mini-refrigerators, a study desk, and private bathrooms.
- Free Wi-Fi and cable TV included.
- Weekly linen and housekeeping service provided.
- Community kitchen and small laundry room available.
PRICE INFORMATION*
| Sheldon Hotel | Price per night | |
|---|---|---|
| 30 nights or more | ||
| Private Room/ private bath | ||
| Medium | $67 | |
| Large | $74 | |
*All prices are per person, per night. Prices subject to change.
Additional Fee: $25 one time cleaning fee is to be paid upon arrival.
Notes: For 1 – 29 nights, please contact school for a quote.
Junior Programs
2020 Summer Programs (For ages 13-17)
All JuniorCourses Include:
- 24 hour supervision
- Full Activities Program
- Wifi
- Full Room and Board
- Course Certificate and Final Report
All Campus Summer programs:
For airport transfer fees please contact juniorprograms@cisl.edu for LMU, USD,
Yale, LUC, and Georgetown programs and sf@cisl.edu for UC Berkeley program.
| Loyola Marymount University - Los Angeles | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | Arrival Dates | Departure Dates | Price | Room and Board | Activities/Excursions |
| Summer LMU Campus | |||||
| 2 weeks | June 28/July 5/12 | July 12/19/26 | $3,985 | LMU Residence with 21 meals per week | 4 half day excursions, 1 full day excursion and 1 afternoon campus activity |
| 3 weeks | June 28/July 5 | July 19/26 | $5,725 | ||
| 4 weeks | June 28 | July 26 | $7,595 | ||
| Summer LMU Campus + California Coastal Trip | |||||
| 2 weeks + Trip | June 28 | July 17 | $5,795 | LMU Residence with 21 meals per week Trip: double/triple room in hotel; no meals included | 4 half day , 1 full day excursion and 1 afternoon campus activity + Trip |
| 3 weeks + Trips | June 28 | July 26 | $7,725 | ||
| University of San Diego - San Diego | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | Arrival Dates | Departure Dates | Price | Room and Board | Activities/Excursions |
| Summer USD Campus | |||||
| 2 weeks | June 28 July 5/12/19/26 | July 12/19/26 August 2/9 | $3,985 | USD Residence with 21 meals per week | 4 half day excursions, 1 full day excursion and 1 afternoon campus activity |
| 3 weeks | June 28 July 5/12/19 | July 19/August 2/9 | $5,725 | ||
| 4 weeks | June 28 July 5/12 | July 26 August 2/9 | $7,595 | ||
| Summer USD Campus + California Coastal Trip | |||||
| 2 weeks + Trip | June 28 | July 17 | $5,795 | Campus: USD Residence with 21 meals per week Trip: double/triple room in hotel; no meals included | 4 half day , 1 full day excursion and 1 afternoon campus activity + Trip |
| 3 weeks + Trips | June 28 | July 26 | $7,725 | ||
| Summer Homestay at USD | |||||
| 2 weeks | June 28 July 5/12/19/26 | July 12/19/26 August 2 or 9 | $3,260 | Double Room with 14 meals per week with host family. Lunch will be provided Monday-Friday at USD, and lunch and dinner will be provided on Saturday excursions. | 4 half day excursions, 1 full day excursion and 1 afternoon campus activity |
| 3 weeks | June 28 July 5/12/19 | July 19/26 August 2 or 9 | $4,610 | ||
| 4 weeks | June 28 July 5/12 | July 26 August 2 or 9 | $5,945 | ||
| July Homestay at USD + California Coastal Trip | |||||
| 2 weeks + Trip | June 28 | July 17 | $5,260 | Homestay: See room and board for homestay above Trip: double/triple room in hotel; no meals included | 4 half day , 1 full day excursion and 1 afternoon campus activity + Trip |
| 3 weeks + Trips | June 28 | July 26 | $6,610 | ||