Learn English With a View of the Pacific.
Class lets out and the ocean is twelve minutes away. Fish tacos for lunch, real conversation with real San Diegans by dinner.
It’s daily life here — not a brochure version of it — in one of the sunniest cities in the country, 260+ days of it a year.
Here's what actually sets us apart.
Eighteen years in San Diego taught us which parts of “English school” actually help you learn — and which are just brochure filler. We kept the first kind.
Accredited & Authorized
ACCET-accredited and SEVP-authorized to issue the I-20 — the paperwork trust that matters when your visa is on the line.
40+ Nationalities together
Real diversity, not a tour group. You'll speak English because you need to — not because a workbook told you to.
Two Minutes From the Trolley
Campus sits right on the line. The beach, downtown, and Balboa Park are a transit ride away — no rental car required.
A Real Social Calendar
Free and low-cost activities most weeks — museum trips, beach days, the infamous Halloween costume contest. Not optional extras — the actual point.
Built by Teachers
Connect English was founded by educators, not investors. Every decision starts with one question: does this actually help someone learn?
Since 2008
Eighteen years teaching English in San Diego, with the track record — and the visa approval rate — to back it up.
Pick your path.
Every program includes a placement test so you land in the right class from day one.
General English
English in California's sunniest city! You'll have time to explore San Diego and everything it has to offer, in classes for every level.
$290
per week — or $580 every 4 weeks
Business English
Ideal for students with intermediate English who are looking for professional growth and new opportunities abroad.
$290
per week — or $580 every 4 weeks
Academic English
Refine your high-level English through an intellectually stimulating — and fun curriculum. Our TOEFL course is for you.
$290
per week — or $580 every 4 weeks
College Pathways Partnership
A complete, fully organized experience from the moment you apply until the end of your stay. Learn 3x faster.
$290
per week — or $580 every 4 weeks
Triple Speed English
A complete, fully organized experience from the moment you apply until the end of your stay. Learn 3x faster.
$750
per week — plus $365 registration fee
You don't memorize English here.
You live it.
Every program is built around one idea: language sticks when it’s tied to something real. Order food, ask a stranger for directions, joke with your barista, join a Saturday activity — that’s not a break from class, that’s the class.
Learn the Rule
Small classes, native-speaking teachers, and a clear grammar and vocabulary foundation — no shortcuts here.
Use It Immediately
Step outside and use exactly what you just learned — with classmates from 25+ countries and San Diegans who are genuinely easy to talk to.
Make It Stick
Repetition tied to emotion, movement, and real context is what actually moves a word from short-term memory to something you'll never forget.
It’s the same principle behind our Triple Speed English program, applied to every level: you retain more of what you feel and do than what you only read.
Accredited & Authorized
ACCET-accredited and SEVP-authorized to issue the I-20 — the paperwork trust that matters when your visa is on the line.
Choose the correct sentence:
Use the Course Calculator
Tell us your goals, timeline, and budget, and we’ll match you with the program that fits — General, Business, Academic, or Triple Speed.
What's your main goal?
How much time do you have?
We don't just teach English.
We help you get here —
and we have the best advisors here
One of the most experienced visa support teams in international education, guiding Connect English students before, during, and after enrollment.
Tourist Visa
- Improve your English while visiting San Diego
- Combine classes with tourism and culture
- Join programs from 1 to 24 weeks
- Simple, fast enrollment process
Student Visa
- Study English full-time in the U.S.
- Stay longer, go further
- Focus on academic & professional goals
- Pathway to college or university
Change of Status
- Already in the U.S.? Switch to F-1 without leaving
- Full-service, no-stress process
- Guidance from experienced professionals
- Clear timelines and next steps
Reinstatement
- I-20 terminated at your last school?
- Request ACTIVE status again with USCIS
- No need to leave the U.S.
- No new SEVIS number required
Need more support?
Pick the level of guidance that fits your situation — no pressure, no upsell.
Not sure which visa fits your plans? Talk to a specialist — available in English & Portuguese.
Class ends at 1:25pm
The beach doesn't.
Sunset Cliffs at golden hour. A Saturday walk through Balboa Park. Fish tacos two blocks from campus. Connect English is five minutes from everything worth doing in San Diego — come see for yourself.
A week at Connect English, unfiltered.
Classroom moments, beach trips, taco runs, and everything in between— this is what daily life actually looks like here.
What our students say.
One of the most experienced visa support teams in international education, guiding Connect English students before, during, and after enrollment.
“It was a fantastic experience! Everything really wonderful, from the teachers to the staff and even the classmates. ConnectEnglish also offers opportunities to meet new people.”
Alessia Florio
8-week student
“Studying at Connect English was a joy for me! I’ve met a lot of great teachers who were well prepared for class every day. Thank you for all your efforts to make English studying easy and fun.”
Eman Eissa
General English student
“It was a fantastic experience! Everything really wonderful, from the teachers to the staff and even the classmates. ConnectEnglish also offers opportunities to meet new people.”
Grigoriy Eshov
6-month student
Come learn English in San Diego.
Apply in minutes, or chat with our team first — we’ll help you find the right program and, if you need it, the right visa path.
