ESL school in San Diego, California

Intrax International Institute, San Diego:
Intrax International Institute is a private English language school that welcomes more than 8,000 students annually to our city centers in San Francisco, San Diego, Chicago and Vancouver.

Since 1993, we have provided international students with quality English language programs including ESL classes, TOEFL & TOEIC preparation, Business English, Internships and Youth Program.

At our center in downtown San Diego in southern California we are dedicated to our students´ wellbeing. The atmosphere at our center is repeatedly referred to as a big family, making it a wonderful environment to learn English, study Business English, prepare for a three month Internship or improve your TOEFL score.

Intrax San Diego is located in the John Hancock building in Little Italy. It is only a short walk away from downtown San Diego, the historic Gaslamp Quarter, the San Diego harbor, and beautiful Balboa Park.

Why Choose Intrax?
* A certified ETS Test Administration Site (TOEFL)
* Our teachers pride themselves in being well travelled individuals who are open to all cultures.
* Located in the John Hancock building in Little Italy San Diego close to the downtown area
* Within walking distance of shops, diverse restaurants, art galleries, museums, theaters and a vibrant nightlife
* Easily accessible by all public transportation including bus and trolley lines

Our mission is to prepare students for success through superior instruction, customized programs and personalized service.

Experienced & Qualified Teachers:
Intrax San Diego has a diverse group of professional teachers who enjoy getting to know students both in the classroom and outside of the school. To further enhance our academic curriculum, we listen to our teachers and conduct surveys in class so we can incorporate student feedback.

Our teachers pride themselves in being well travelled individuals who are open to all cultures. They have all lived in foreign countries and can easily understand what our students are going through when they first arrive and as they are adjusting to a new culture and a new language.

All of our teachers are highly qualified, well experienced professionals who strive to make learning fun. The energy they bring to the school is what makes Intrax the best learning environment.

- Beginner to advanced levels

- General ESL Program
- Business English
- TOEFL & TOEIC Exam Preparation
- Group English Lesson
- Private English Tuition
- Internship Programs
- Youth / Junior English Programs

Arrival Orientation:
The arrival orientation is your chance to learn what you need to know to be happy and successful during your stay in the USA with Intrax. Whether you choose an English, business or TOEFL program, your first day at Intrax San Diego will introduce you to our staff, the neighborhood and our facilities. Here is the Intrax San Diego orientation schedule:

Activities:
Traveling to the USA to study at Intrax is about more than just sitting in a classroom. It's an opportunity to experience the people and culture of the city where you are studying so that you gain a full immersion experience.

Intrax San Diego has an exciting activities program designed to get you out of the center, using your English in real-life situations and experiencing everything San Diego and its surrounding areas have to offer. View this month's activity calendar.

Beyond the scheduled activities, your Student Advisor has valuable information about excursions, day trips, and vacation opportunities around the center.

Accommodation Options:
Intrax San Diego offers homestay or Residence Club accommodation. Intrax San Diego's Accommodation Coordinator can match you with a local San Diego host family who will provide you with a bedroom, meals and a friendship that can last a lifetime.

We carefully screen every prospective host familiy to ensure that they will be able to provide Intrax students with clean, comfortable and friendly accommodations in a safe residential neighborhood. Learn more about San Diego's homestay accommodation option.

Intrax San Diego also offers several residence club options within the city. These clubs are special hotels for international students that provide clean, comfortable rooms at affordable prices. Learn more about San Diego's Residence Club options.

Airport Transfers:
Traveling is tiring and can be overwhelming even if you feel confident in your English language skills.

Our Intrax San Diego staff can work with you to either recommend the best and most affordable route on public transportation to your accommodation or organize your transportation to and from the airport to make your arrival and departure to and from San Diego easier.

College & University Placement:
For Intrax students interested in attending a U.S. college or university, Intrax San Diego offers a special service to help you achieve your goals. Over the years, hundreds of Intrax students have used our college and university placement service to successfully enroll in such prestigious San Diego institutions as:

* University of California San Diego, Extension
* Grossmont Community College
* Mesa Community College
* City Community College
* San Diego City College

These are just a few of the schools that have accepted Intrax International Institute graduates. You can enjoy this type of success by enrolling in any Intensive or Super Intensive schedule and then taking advantage of Friday appointments with a Student Advisor who can help you to select a university or college program, assist you with the application forms, help you to prepare your application essay (if needed), and generally prepare you for success at the college or university of your choice.

With its superb coastline, near-perfect climate and white sandy beaches, San Diego is the quintessential Southern California beach city. Close to Hollywood, Disneyland and Los Angeles, with a world-class zoo, museums, beaches and more - you'll always have something fun to do at Intrax San Diego.

The atmosphere at our center is repeatedly referred to as a big family, making it a wonderful environment to learn English, study Business English, prepare for a three month Internship or improve your TOEFL score. Major Attractions:

* Coronado Island
* La Jolla
* Tijuana/Mexico
* Sea World and San Diego Zoo
* Balboa Park
* Gaslamp Quarter
* Horton Plaza
* Lego Land
* San Diego Marina
* Qualcomm Stadium