Embassy English San Francisco

English school in San Francisco USA

Explore sunny California

Visit Yosemite Park and the Napa wine region

Like the idea of staying in one of the USA’s coolest cities packed with arts, culture and nightlife? If so, our English school in San Francisco, California could be for you.

Why you’ll love Embassy English San Francisco

Students love our central location on Market Street in Union Square, full of shops and restaurants – THE spot to socialise after class.

Getting around the city is easy. Use the great value BART public transport right next to our school or see the city from one of the world-famous cable cars. Embassy’s social programme will help you explore San Francisco and make new friends.

When in San Francisco…
See the seals at Pier 39 or ride your bicycle across the Golden Gate Bridge

Facilities and highlights

WiFi-enabled
IT suite
Interactive whiteboards

Activities
University application counselling

Student lounge
Central location
Close to historic neighbourhoods

Interactive whiteboards

Activities
University application counselling

Student lounge
Central location
Close to historic neighbourhoods

Accommodation

*Although you may not stay in the accommodation pictured, you will stay in accommodation of a very similar quality.

Student Residence

Have fun sharing a residence with other international students

Distance from school

25 minutes by bicycle or busMeals provided

Self-catering or 13 per week (breakfast and evening meal Monday-Saturday, brunch on Sunday)Rooms

Single and shared rooms with private/shared bathrooms

Homestay (live with a host family)

Live with an English-speaking host and practise your English every day!

Distance from school

Maximum 60 minutes by public transportMeals provided

14 per week (breakfast/evening meal)Rooms

Single and shared roomsHomestay breakfast only

Live with an English speaking host (breakfast only)

Courses

General English Course

Choose long-term, short-term, standard or intensive English tuition from elementary to advanced level.

Beginners English Course

Open the door to new opportunities – learn English in just a few weeks with motivating teachers.

Communication Skills

To improve all-round English skills and specifically develop your spoken English, book a General English course + Communication Skills

Business English course

General English + Business elective lessons – Improve all your English skills and specifically develop your Business English

English in Action

Combine a General English course with an unpaid placement in a US organisation.

TOEFL exam preparation course

Choose one of our award-winning schools in North America to get the skills, strategies and TOEFL score you need.

Cambridge CAE exam course

Get the best tips and advice on how to pass your Cambridge Advanced English (CAE).

Cambridge FCE exam course

Focus on skills you’ll need to pass the FCE level with our professional teachers and technology-rich classrooms.

Language Semester Abroad

Choose 1, 2 or 3 semesters or a whole language year abroad. Ideal for university, for your career or for the time of your life.

Vacation and Travel English Course

Learn English part-time and explore the USA. No Student Visa required!

One-to-one English lessons

Boost your progress and develop your fluency.

Local information

Nearest bus stop: Corner of the street
Nearest shopping centre: 2 minutes’ walk
Nearest park: 10 minutes’ walk
Nearest post office: 3 minutes’ walk
Nearest mosque: 15 minutes’ walk
Nearest church: 15 minutes’ walk
Nearest newsagent: Corner of the street
Nearest coffee shop: Across from the school
Nearest restaurant: Across the street
Nearest supermarket: 5 minutes’ walk
Nearest bank: 3 minutes’ walk

Travelling around the city

Take a bus, street car or famous Cable Car! The Monthly MUNI pass lets you have unlimited rides on all of these transportation systems for a month. The nearest Cable Car, BART and MUNI stop is Powell and 5th Street.

BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) offers fast, comfortable trains from both San Francisco and Oakland airports. The nearest BART station is Powell.

Cost of Living

We currently advise that students should budget approximately US $350 per week. This will cover all basic transport, food and entertainment costs. (Last updated April 2013)

Sample prices (all in US $):

Item	Price in US $
A cup of coffee (in a chain like Starbucks)	2.00
Can of Coca Cola	1.00
Big Mac	3.00
Three course meal in a reasonably priced restaurant	30.00
Takeaway, e.g. from a noodle bar	10.00
Cinema ticket	8.50
Nightclub entrance	5.00 – 20.00
Public transport	2.00
Taxi	7.00 – 15.00