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General English 23 (23.75 lessons/week)

CEL Santa Monica
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Course description

Students that apply for an ESTA/Tourist Visa are eligible for our this course. This course is 23.75 lessons per week and is available in General English, and TOEFL course.

Classes are held from Monday - Friday 08:45 - 12:00 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 - 14:00 or Monday - Friday 14:15 - 17:30 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 - 14:00 (high season only).

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-12 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
23 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 7 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 22 years old

Certificate

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

Santa Monica school is located in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica. Students can get away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles while still very close to nightlife, award-winning restaurants, and LA tourist attractions.

Year opened
2008
Number of classrooms
11

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Sports Activities

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 CEL Santa Monica varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 22. In the summer, the average age is 22.

CEL Santa Monica teaches students from all over the world, including:

Japan
19%
Switzerland
12%
Brazil
9%
Germany
9%
France
7%
Italy
5%
South Korea
4%
Spain
4%
Turkey
4%
Other
27%

School holidays

CEL Santa Monica 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
25 Dec 2024

School location

Santa Monica is one of the worlds well known seaside cities. Locals and tourists alike fall in love with the energy of the city on the beach. Santa Monica is a perfect destination for students wishing to live the “California Lifestyle” with its numerous shops, restaurants, and sightseeing hotspots!

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"The course was useful to improve my English, in particular my fluidity when speaking. The school team is very grateful. You can't see almost anything from Toefl. In that sense, it is not satisfied with the course, because it was supposedly part of what was offered."

christian wegmann, student from Chile

In person it was a good experience. Very enjoyable equipment, well -located school. In the academic, the content offered was not fulfilled.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
30 Jan 2023 - 10 Feb 2023
Would you recommend this school?
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housing

Housing

CEL Santa Monica offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner - 2 students must book together

372 €
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: 75 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
372 €
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Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

402 €
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)
Distance to school: 75 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
402 €
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apartment

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals

342 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Santa Monica
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, tV room, hardwood, and air conditioning
Distance to school: 30 - 40 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
342 €
Living in a shared apartment is one of the most practical ways to experience the city and easily make friends with international students. Located in areas throughout West Los Angeles, these modern villa units offer ample space for student who prefer to live close to school and have access to shopping centers, great dinning locations, and outdoor activities. The apartments feature wooden floors, a spacious kitchen and a balcony with beautiful views of the neighborhood.

APARTMENT AMENITIES
Typically 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Fully equipped kitchen
Living room
Free Wi-Fi

CLEANING
Cleaning of common areas provided once a week
Linens and towels provided
Laundry facilities in apartment ($)

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Check-in: 12:00-21:00
Check-out: before 12:00
Refundable security deposit: $200 (credit card recommended)

Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

654 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Santa Monica
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, tV room, hardwood, and air conditioning
Distance to school: 30 - 45 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
654 €
Living in a shared apartment is one of the most practical ways to experience the city and easily make friends with international students. Located in areas throughout West Los Angeles, these modern villa units offer ample space for student who prefer to live close to school and have access to shopping centers, great dinning locations, and outdoor activities. The apartments feature wooden floors, a spacious kitchen and a balcony with beautiful views of the neighborhood.

APARTMENT AMENITIES
Typically 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
Fully equipped kitchen
Living room
Free Wi-Fi

CLEANING
Cleaning of common areas provided once a week
Linens and towels provided
Laundry facilities in apartment ($)

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Check-in: 12:00-21:00
Check-out: before 12:00
Refundable security deposit: $200 (credit card recommended)
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 Santa Monica 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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