English Courses in Santa Barbara

Study English in Santa Barbara and live your California dream. Our language courses are held in a Spanish colonial villa, complete with the traditional red-tile roof and white-stucco façade. The heritage building features an outdoor student patio, sporting facilities and several student lounges.

At EF’s downtown location you’ll benefit from access to the beach, boutique shopping on State Street’s historic La Arcada district, and the hiking trails of the Santa Ynez Mountains. Enroll in our English courses in Santa Barbara and you’ll learn among one of our most culturally and linguistically diverse student bodies. Studying alongside such a wide group of nationalities ensures more efficient language learning and a truly international experience.

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Active Living on the Californian Coast

In Santa Barbara the quintessential Californian lifestyle reigns. Casual joggers and bikers are a common sight on the city’s beach boardwalks and mild temperatures make outdoor activities possible all year round. Health-conscious residents are more likely to eat an avocado off the tree in their backyard than order fast food. And the healthy lifestyle shows on Santa Barbara’s beaches, where the bodies are toned and it seems that everyone takes to the waves on a surfboard.

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the massive Los Padres National Park, our English courses in Santa Barbara offer participants the very best of California. Once class lets out, our students are usually found atop a surfboard or sprawled across a beach towel. Away from the golden sand, you can take advantage of Santa Barbara’s central location by catching a glimpse of the Hollywood sign in nearby Los Angeles or walking the span of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

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