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With more than 32 years of experience, the Converse International School of Languages is recognized throughout the world as a leader for effective language training.
Since 1972, students from all over the world have learned to communicate effectively and with confidence at the Converse International School of Languages.

Course description

CISL is located in the center of the city, close to public transportation and just a few minutes on foot to the business district of Horton Plaza. You will not be far from the famous San Diego zoo.

Pedagogy

The teachers are well-qualified, experienced and motivated. They are there to help you learn.

Activities

The school emphasizes a importance on athletic and culture activities that allow you to discover American culture. They offer afternoon activities and weekend excursions. There is, however, always a program coordinator present to help you plan your individual activities.

Equipment

Modern equipment
  • Minimum age : 18 years and 15 for certain programs
  • Capacity : 50 - 150 p.
  • Number of classrooms : 14
  • Services : multi-media center, student lounge
  • Environment : Town Center
  • Transportation : Bus, Metro
  • In proximity : Bars, Restaurants, Groceries
  • Leisure activities : Cinema, Museums, Theater, Tourist sites

Accreditations

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A wonderful aspect of this program is that its classes have a maximum of 8 students. Professionals are better able to serve the students due to this low student to teacher ratio. CISI is situated in a business sector, which makes it particularly appealing for the young professional or a recent graduate.
Converse International School of Languages in San Diego has just become certified as an official Cambridge testing center and can administer the following exams: FCE, CAE, KET, PET

  • Minimum age : 18 years
  • Course : Monday to Friday
  • National holidays : 22 November 2011 to 23 November 2012 - 2012 - 26December 2011 - 20 February - 28 May - 4 July - 3 September - 24 to 25 December 2012 - 1 January 2013
  • Supplementary fee(s) : Fee for housing accommodation changes 78 €.


Course - 28 lessons per week - Lesson Length : 50 min.
2 week3 week4 week5 week6 week7 week8 week9 week10 week11 week12 week13 week14 week15 week1 extra week(s) Add for +15 weeks
298 €-+
Courses start every Monday April 2012
The Business English Course combines 20 Standard Courses with 8 Business English classes (1:30 - 3:10, Mon - Thurs)
The afternoon Business English classes place specific femphasis on the following areas:
  • Business vocabulary
  • Business etiquette
  • Business issues
  • Telephone skills
  • Negotiating skills
  • Meetings & presentation skills
  • E-mail and correspondence letters
  • And additional areas specific to international business

An individualized placement test on your first day will determine your correct langauge level. An exit test on your last day will measure your progress. You will receive a Converse International School of Languages English Certificate and a detailed report of your progress in each skill area.
Prices include books and materials.
  1. Choose a type of accomodation

You have4 type(s) of possible living accomodations : homestay, residence - vantaggio state street standard room, apartment / studio - gaslamp studios small room, apartment / studio - vantaggio broadway.
  1. the duration of your living accomodations must be equal or less than the duration of your course
  2. Certian accomodations are not availavle for a minimum number of weeks:

Homestay

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The families are rigorously selected. A $250 security deposit is required upon your arrival. High season fees 20 € per week from 20 June 2012 to 31 August 2012 .
  • Stay from Sunday to Saturday
  • Approximative time to school : 40 min. by transportation
Accommodation options1 week2 week3 weekSupplementary 1 week
single room - Half board every day - Shared bathroom526 €696 €217 €43 €
single room - Bed & breakfast - Shared bathroom190 €449 €619 €35 €
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Residence

Vantaggio State Street standard room

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The residence is located in Little Italy, in a lively neighborhood with restaurants and bars, and just a few blocks from the center of San Diego. Each room is equipped with a refridgerator, microwave, telephone and television. There is a shared kitchen on each floor. Bed linens and towels are provided. A $100 security deposit and $30 for the housekeeping is required.
  • Stay from Sunday to Saturday
  • Approximative time to school : 20-25 min. on foot
Language travel living accomodation - Air-conditioningLanguage travel living accomodation - BarbecueLanguage travel living accomodation - Internet accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Kitchen accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Laundry facilitiesLanguage travel living accomodation - MicrowaveLanguage travel living accomodation - RefrigeratorLanguage travel living accomodation - Swimming poolLanguage travel living accomodation - TelephoneLanguage travel living accomodation - TVLanguage travel living accomodation - Wifi
Accommodation options2 week3 week1 week (4+)Supplementary 1 week
twin room (2 beds) - Without meals - Private bathroom337 €495 €113 €24 €
single room - Without meals - Private bathroom592 €758 €190 €43 €
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Apartment / Studio 1

Gaslamp studios small room

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Fully furnished and equipped studio style apartments for a maximum of two occupants situated in Gaslamp district, dowtown San Diego. Price per person in small room. A $200 security deposit is required. Bed linen and towels provided.
  • Stay from Sunday to Saturday
  • Approximative time to school : 15-20 min. on foot
Language travel living accomodation - Air-conditioningLanguage travel living accomodation - BarbecueLanguage travel living accomodation - Internet accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Kitchen accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Laundry facilitiesLanguage travel living accomodation - MicrowaveLanguage travel living accomodation - RefrigeratorLanguage travel living accomodation - Swimming poolLanguage travel living accomodation - TelephoneLanguage travel living accomodation - TVLanguage travel living accomodation - Wifi
Accommodation options2 week3 week4 week1 week (5+)
single room - Without meals - Private bathroom402 €588 €773 €186 €
Number of weeks of accomodations -+

Apartment / Studio 2

Vantaggio Broadway

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The studios are situated in Golden Hills, blocks away from the center of San Diego. Each one is equipped with a kitchenette, telephone, TV and free wifi. Bed linens and towels are porvided. A $100 security deposit + $30 to be paid for the cleaning is required.
  • for the most independents
  • Stay from Sunday to Saturday
  • Approximative time to school : 25 min. by transportation
Language travel living accomodation - Air-conditioningLanguage travel living accomodation - BarbecueLanguage travel living accomodation - Internet accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Kitchen accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Laundry facilitiesLanguage travel living accomodation - MicrowaveLanguage travel living accomodation - RefrigeratorLanguage travel living accomodation - Swimming poolLanguage travel living accomodation - TelephoneLanguage travel living accomodation - TVLanguage travel living accomodation - Wifi
Accommodation options2 week3 weekSupplementary 1 week (4+)
single room - Without meals - Private bathroom909 €1191 €298 €
Number of weeks of accomodations -+
  1. Optional : Transportation upon arrival

This option is available only if you request an accommodation
62 €: San Diego Lindberg Field - CA Airport - One way 

Your language travel price

General English + Business English

Study abroadtuition 2 week(s)634 €
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Study abroadBooking fee78 €

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Total booking price792 €
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Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.
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This program combines group language courses in the morning that encourage students to interact and help a student to improve practical communication skills. The individual language classes in the afternoon allow you to concentrate on your areas of weakness and on things that interest you personally.
CAE is ideal if you want to work or study abroad or if you wish to follow a career path that requires strong language skills (e.g. business, medicine or engineering).
Upon passing the exam, you will receive a certificate that indicates your language proficency, This certificate is awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This CAE certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
The Intensive TOEFL Preparation Course is designed to help students acquire the skills and confidence necessary to get a high TOEFL score.
TOEFL is recognized throughout the world by universities and businesses as a measure of English proficiency. A high TOEFL score is required of international students by most U.S. colleges and universities for admission.
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Courses taking place during the bank holidays indicated below will be neither made up nor paid off.
NAFSA
This is an association of professionals that promotes student and university exchanges with the United States. The members of NAFSA carry out these goals to develop an international education.
This program is recommended for those who wish to learn a language and also be able to do other activities. Improve your communication skills through application in a variety of everyday situations. This course enables you to improve your grammatical knowledge, your vocabulary and your pronunciation.
The standard general language course is suitable for those who want to learn or improve a language, while having the opportunity to practice it everyday in the country where it is spoken.
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The FCE indicates level of English proficency and practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs in many industries, particularly tourism, where contact with English speakers is required. Successful candidates must have the ability to handle routine letters and telephone inquiries.
After passing the exam, you will receive a certificate awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
AAIEP
Through its support for ethical and professional standards for intensive English programs, the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP) promotes the well-being and educational success of its English language students.
Through its advocacy efforts with both governmental and nongovernmental actors, AAIEP communicates the value of English study in the U.S. and make studying the language more accessible.
Both the standard and intensive language course increase your general knowledge of the language, and allow you to acquire everyday communication skills. The intensive language course is great for those who prefer a more focused and intensive environment in which to learn a language.
This program helps students develop the academic and language skills they need to successfully enroll in a degree program at a university abroad.
CEA
The Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) is a non-profit organization whose primary focus is the accreditation of English language programs and institutions in the United States. English language institutions accredited by CEA may offer other language-related programs such as TEFL training and foreign language courses. CEA is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education, which allows institutions to use CEA accreditation for purposes of certification to admit international students. CEA also conducts international accreditation reviews.
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This program offers the student both general English language courses and courses in English used frequently in a business setting.
The main objective of this program is to help students understand English, and improve their ability to communicate with confidence, especially within a business situation.
This course introduces key business concepts, while allowing students to develop practical skills within real business scenarios such as presentations, negotiations, telephone conversations, meetings and discussions. This is a specialized language program that caters to your professional needs!