IES, Hillcrest [San Diego, CA] Intensive English Program LOCATION 30 minutes to San Diego International Airport by car HIGHLIGHTS A relax, warm, and friendly learning atmosphere with plentiful modern facilities Small class sizes (maximum 8 students) and personalized approach to learning Experience living in California's southernmost city and enjoy its mild, dry-summer subtropical, sunny weather throughout the year DATA Type : Private Establishment : 2005 Membership/Accreditation : AAIEP Enrollment : 50 Average Class Size : 8 Student Adviser : Yes Airport Pickup: Yes Internet Access : Yes Tuition : Medium Activities : Frequent Location : Urban Transportation : Train, bus, taxi CONTACT INFORMATION IES Hillcrest 1807 Robinson Ave. Suite 201 San Diego, CA, 92103 ,  TEL: 619-291-3304 FAX: 619-291-3322 E-mail: studyaties@gmail.com View Course & Apply Online Intensive English Program The program is offered year-round. Students enrolled in the program receive 18 hours of in-class lessons per week. The program is the most comprehensive and popular course at school and is ideal for those students who are looking to achieve maximum progress in their English skills using the time they have available. The program is offered with 6 levels of instruction from beginner to advanced. When students arrive at the school, they are given a comprehensive placement test to evaluate their grammar, listening, speaking and writing skills and guarantee their proper placement into an ability level. The program assists students at any ability level in developing English language skills, general communication skills, and building confidence when speaking. Instruction focuses on grammar, reading, writing, speaking and listening. The student will use a text book, which forms the basis of the study, but which is augmented by a variety of other materials such as video and audio recordings, supplementary text books and authentic materials. Each week, academic objectives are planned in advance and discussed with the students. Outside of the classroom, students are encouraged to independently explore the local areas of interest and experience the city's vibrant, eclectic neighborhoods to gain real, practical insight into the culture of the city. Many students participate in school-organized events, as well, and enjoy the local entertainment and leisure activities. Students who are interested in maximizing their contact with native English speakers in the San Diego community can also enroll in the Volunteer activities. Regular classroom instruction is offered along with an additional volunteer experience with a non-profit organizations. Classroom sizes range from 6 to 8 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. CLASS SIZE 8 students CLASS LEVELS 6 levels COURSE LENGTH 12 weeks MINIMUM AGE 17 years old REQUIREMENT N/A VISA INFORMATION I-20 issued upon request HOUSING Homestay Off-Campus Residence DATES  2008 4/21 - 7/11 (12w),2008 7/21 - 10/10 (12w),2008 9/15 - 12/05 (12w),2008 4/28 - 7/18 (12w),2008 7/28 - 10/17 (12w),2008 9/22 - 12/12 (12w),2008 5/12 - 8/01 (12w),2008 8/04 - 10/24 (12w),2008 10/06 - 12/26 (12w),2008 5/27 - 8/15 (12w),2008 8/11 - 10/31 (12w),2008 10/20 - 1/09 (12w),2008 ('09) 6/09 - 8/29 (12w),2008 8/18 - 11/07 (12w),2008 11/03 - 1/23 (12w),2008 ('09) 6/23 - 9/12 (12w),2008 8/25 - 11/14 (12w),2008 11/17 - 2/06 (12w),2008 ('09) 7/07 - 9/26 (12w),2008 9/02 - 11/21 (12w),2008 12/01 - 2/20 (12w),2008 ('09) 7/14 - 10/03 (12w),2008 9/08 - 11/28 (12w),2008 APPLICATION FEE US$ 125 TUITION FEE 2008 12 WEEKS US$ 1,710 HOUSING PLACEMENT FEE US$ 75 HOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 12 WEEKS US$ 2,250 N/A US$ 3,000 OTHERS Airport Pickup Service US$ 50 Dates and fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. Application fee is non-refundable. Homestay fees include meals.