San Diego State University (California, US)
Our summer programme in California is hosted at SDSU, which is located minutes from downtown San Diego and offers our students a wonderful opportunity to experience this amazing city.
San Diego State University Photo Tour
Take a look around our fantastic junior vacation centre at San Diego State University!
Summer Junior Courses in California
San Diego, the sixth largest city in the United States, is fondly called "America's Finest City" for its hospitality, excellent climate, and picturesque landscape. Located on Montezuma Mesa, the San Diego State University is ideally situated in the very heart of the city. Here you will be within easy reach of beautiful beaches to the west, the scenic mountains to the east, lovely La Jolla to the north, and the laid back charm of nearby Mexico down south. Sprinkled throughout the city are major entertainment centers, championship golf courses and popular shopping districts.
| Key Facts | |
|---|---|
| Available start dates | See Fees & Dates |
| Course duration | 2-4 weeks |
| No. of students | 150+ |
| Age range | 12-18 years |
| Typical accommodation | Single or twin en-suite. Larger rooms also available. |
Facilities
All classrooms are of high standard and are fitted with modern media equipment. Sports facilities include soccer and baseball fields, a gym and swimming pools. Entertainment centers are available and used for evening and some afternoon activities, such as bowling and dance parties.
Accommodation
Each residence hall features a lounge, recreation room, bathroom facilities, vending machines, laundry facilities, security desks, telephone, cable television and central air conditioning. The residence halls also have two swimming pools and a sand volleyball court. Each suite has a common area, small kitchen and two full-size bathrooms.
Location
San Diego's International Aiprort is located 15 minutes from San Diego State University with Los Angeles International Airport being 100 miles away (2 hours).
Sample Timetable
"Packed" programme. Full day trips and visits include dinner off-campus.
| 09:00 - 12:00 | 14:00 - 17:00 | 20:00 - 22:00 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Breakfast | Arrivals or games | Lunch | Full-day excursion to San Diego Zoo | ||
| Monday | English lessons | Sports, computer lab | Dinner | Karaoke night | ||
| Tuesday | English lessons | Half-day trip to San Diego Harbour & USS Midway Museum | Evening activity | |||
| Wednesday | English lessons | Trip to Coronado Island & beach | ||||
| Thursday | English lessons | Trip to Gaslamp Quarter & Horton Plaza | ||||
| Friday | English lessons | Trip to Old Town San Diego | ||||
| Saturday | Departures or games | Sea World visit | ||||
