Shared

Single

Twin

Half Board (14 Meals)

Bed Breakfast (7 Meals)

<p class="p1" style="margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn and live the language with a local homestay host! Homestay accommodation provides the most complete ‘language immersion’ during your course. We recommend homestay to all students as part of a complete course to learn a language abroad. We particularly recommend homestay to those who are new to the host country. Staying in a homestay exposes students to the local language and culture more fully and frequently results in lasting friendships with their homestay hosts. Our homestay hosts are carefully selected for their friendliness and the comfort of their homes. Some host multiple students in their home, but in most cases these students will be from different countries.<p class="p2" style="margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;; min-height: 15px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> <ul class="ul1" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: medium;"><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Choice of rooms (single or shared) and bathroom facilities (private or shared)</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">A range of meal options</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Best option for learning about the local language and culture</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Supportive environment</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Economical</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Special dietary needs accepted</li></ul>

Homestay

No Meals

<p class="p1" style="margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Student residences vary greatly in size but common to all is the great mix of international students. Generally located in central locations or close to an LSI school, this option offers clean, basic accommodation at an affordable price. The majority of our residences include communal areas where students can socialise. We find that many of our younger students prefer this option due to the independent lifestyle it affords them.<p class="p2" style="margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;; min-height: 15px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> <ul class="ul1" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: medium;"><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Live with other international students</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Greater independence</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Mostly self-catering or breakfast only</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Good locations</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Suited to young, independent students</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Minimum age is usually 18 years</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">24 hours assistance in some residences</li><li class="li1" style="margin: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 13px; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;;">Economical</li></ul>

Downtown Berkeley YMCA Residence

San Francisco

Toronto

Vancouver

Canada

Cambridge

Brighton

London

United Kingdom

Auckland

New Zealand

Boston

New York

San Diego

United States of America

Brisbane

Australia

US Dollar

Our range of General and Intensive Courses offers something for everyone – whether you’re looking for a short refresher course (10 or 20 lessons per week), or a longer, more intensive course (24, 25, or 30 lessons per week), LSI has the program to suit your needs. 

All our intensive courses follow the General 20 course (lessons 1–4). In addition during lessons 5–6, there is a range of electives to suit all levels, needs, and interests. Elective lessons are run twice a week on the Intensive 24 and 25, and every day on the Intensive 30 course. 

​This course is suitable for students who wish to improve their fluency, vocabulary, and pronunciation in a language. There is an emphasis on language for everyday situations and classes may involve discussing topics such as film and theatre, current events, politics, local culture, and the internet.

Language Studies International (LSI)

English

Elementary

Afternoon 10 - San Francisco

Afternoon

General Course

Our range of General and Intensive Courses offers something for everyone – whether you’re looking for a short refresher course (10 or 20 lessons per week), or a longer, more intensive course (24, 25, or 30 lessons per week), LSI has the program to suit your needs. 

All our intensive courses follow the General 20 course (lessons 1–4). In addition during lessons 5–6, there is a range of electives to suit all levels, needs, and interests. Elective lessons are run twice a week on the Intensive 24 and 25, and every day on the Intensive 30 course. 

During the lessons, you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. In the further 2 lessons, you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. You use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises including roleplays, authentic materials, newspapers, and magazines.

General 20 - San Francisco

Morning

Our range of General and Intensive Courses offers something for everyone – whether you’re looking for a short refresher course (10 or 20 lessons per week), or a longer, more intensive course (24, 25, or 30 lessons per week), LSI has the program to suit your needs. 

All our intensive courses follow the General 20 course (lessons 1–4). In addition during lessons 5–6, there is a range of electives to suit all levels, needs, and interests. Elective lessons are run twice a week on the Intensive 24 and 25, and every day on the Intensive 30 course.

Beginner

Intensive 25 - San Francisco

Intensive Course

Our range of General and Intensive Courses offers something for everyone – whether you’re looking for a short refresher course (10 or 20 lessons per week), or a longer, more intensive course (24, 25, or 30 lessons per week), LSI has the program to suit your needs. 

All our intensive courses follow the General 20 course (lessons 1–4). In addition during lessons 5–6, there is a range of electives to suit all levels, needs, and interests. Elective lessons are run twice a week on the Intensive 24 and 25, and every day on the Intensive 30 course. 

The LSI Intensive 30 course concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well-rounded insight into the language and country. Students on the LSI Intensive 30 course study the same lessons as described for General 20 (lessons 1-4). In addition during lessons 5–6, there is a range of electives to suit all levels, needs, and interests.

Intensive 30 - San Francisco

Academic English combines general English with a focus on key academic skills and exam English. The programme includes regular, focussed grammar and vocabulary reviews, which allow students to target their individual language needs while developing their academic reading and writing skills. This is all supported by specialized, targeted, online resources through our online learning system, E-LSI.

Intermediate

Intensive 30 with Academic English - San Francisco

Academic

English is the international language of business. This is why we have developed a special modular course carefully designed to improve your business communication skills. In the mornings you will study on our LSI 30 Course. In the afternoons you will study business modules, covering topics such as Banking and Stock Markets, Marketing and Advertising, Recruitment, Sales, and Negotiating. You may choose the particular modules that are of interest to you or follow the complete course to attain an advanced knowledge of business English.

Intensive 30 with English for Business - San Francisco

Business

The IELTS test is internationally recognized in the English speaking world, highly regarded by companies and a requirement for enrolment at colleges and universities in many English speaking countries except in Canada and the USA. We offer preparation courses for this examination as part of an LSI Intensive 30 course.

Upper Intermediate

Intensive 30 with IELTS Preparation - San Francisco

Exam Preparation

The TOEFL test is internationally recognized in the English-speaking world, highly regarded by companies, and a requirement for enrolment at colleges and universities in the USA and Canada. We offer preparation courses for these examinations as part of an LSI Intensive 30 course.

Intensive 30 with TOEFL Preparation - San Francisco

SAT ( Scholastic Assessment Test ) tests critical reading, writing, and mathematical skills and is widely used for college admissions in the USA and university under graduates programmes. 

LSI offers flexible SAT preparation courses with a qualified and experienced SAT instructor.

SAT Preparation Course - San Francisco

The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is used for admission to graduate management programs at many universities around the world. The test assesses analytical writing, critical reasoning, problem-solving, and reading skills in written English and is the exam of choice for students intending to study MBA courses. 

LSI offers flexible GMAT preparation courses with a qualified and experienced GMAT instructor.

GMAT Preparation Course - San Francisco

Located just across the bay from San Francisco, the city of Berkeley is a buzzing student town centred around the University of California campus and is an ideal destination for anyone wanting to learn English in California. Berkeley itself is alive with cafes, shops, restaurants and nightlife, and also offers visitors easy access to all the attractions of San Francisco and the rest of the Bay Area.LSI San Francisco/Berkeley is located in the very centre of Berkeley, close to bus and underground stations and just a few blocks from the University campus in an area full of restaurants, cafes, cinemas and bookstores. Facilities include indoor and outdoor common areas, computer room with free internet access and a student resource library - everything you need to help you develop your skills as you study English in the USA. Our language school is an official TOEIC test centre, so you can take the exam in the school. We also offer TOEFL and Cambridge Examination (CAE &amp; FCE) preparation courses, as well as more general English programmes.

The Language Studies International (LSI) story began back in 1965 when we opened our first school in Kensington, London. Our global network has since expanded to our current fourteen schools spanning seven countries.

In that time hundreds of thousands of satisfied students have passed through our doors. We believe our continued success stems from the quality of our language learning provision and our determination to help every student achieve. <h2>

Since 1965 we have successfully taught hundreds of thousands of students from all parts of the world. Below are some of the reasons why…</h2>
<ul><li>International atmosphere 
</li><li>Central locations 
</li><li>We will find the right level for you 
</li><li>Interactive classrooms 
</li><li>Language competence certificate 
</li><li>Quality inspected homestays</li><li>
Multicentre courses 
</li><li>Small classes, excellent teachers 
</li><li>Fully equipped language centres 
</li><li>Free WiFi</li></ul><h2>


Our Schools</h2>
You can learn English in one of our schools in England, Canada, the USA, New Zealand or Australia. We also have language centres in France and Switzerland. LSI also works with partner language schools in Spain, Italy, Mexico, Panama and Costa Rica. 
Modern schools equipped with the latest technology-iconModern schools equipped with the latest technology 
<ul><li>Modern schools equipped with the latest technology 
We provide our students with innovative tools for immersive and efficient language learning. 

</li><li>Attractive city centre destinations 
Our schools are located in city centre locations offer immersive learning experiences enriched by vibrant cultural surroundings. 

</li><li>Skilled and Friendly Teachers 
LSI teachers possess solid teaching skills and all staff have been carefully selected to ensure a friendly and helpful service can be extended to all LSI students. They are on hand to guide you through your studies. 

</li><li>Choose your language level 
Whatever your present level in the language you wish to learn, whatever your needs, this website will take you to the right language course for you. 

</li></ul><h2>Language Schools</h2>
<ul><li>England 
Brighton 
Cambridge 
London Central</li></ul><ul><li>USA 
Boston 
New York 
San Diego 
San Francisco/Berkeley</li></ul><ul><li>Canada 
Toronto 
Vancouver 

</li><li>New Zealand 
Auckland 

</li><li>Australia 
Brisbane 

</li></ul><h2>Language Courses</h2>
<ul><li>Intensive online language programmes 
</li><li>Private Students & Custom Groups Online 
</li><li>General Courses (Ages 16+) 
</li><li>Summer & Winter Camps for Kids and Teenagers (Ages 6- 17) 
</li><li>English for Business & Premium Courses 
</li><li>Exam Preparation 
</li><li>Academic Courses 
</li><li>Academic Term Abroad (ATA) & Academic Year Abroad (AYA) </li></ul>

Language Studies International (LSI) in San Francisco, United States