Spanish Language School
Small Group Immersion Program |
- 5 or fewer students in class
- Classes offered at 12 proficiency levels.
- 4 hours core curriculum plus 2 hours activity per day
- Classes are Monday through Friday - 6 hours per day, 30 hours per week
- Curriculum designed to best benefit the group
- Special topics classes for pre-arranged groups (i.e. teachers, children, health professionals, attorneys, fire/rescue, etc.)
- Excursion each Thursday (optional)
- Fully transferable US college credit through Arizona Western College
The Small Group Immersion Program is the most popular program because of it's dynamics and economics. The main objective of the Small Group Immersion Program is to develop both verbal communication and critical listening skills.
A variety of interactive and hands-on methods are used to cultivate motivation, self-confidence and enjoyment. Success is measured by the student’s ability to complete the communication loop in Spanish.
Class instruction is limited to a maximum of five students. The small group size assures individual participation and allows for personal attention from the instructor.
There are twelve different levels of coursework accommodating everyone from an absolute beginner to a Spanish teacher needing a refresher course. Classes at the various proficiency levels run concurrently.
Proficiency levels are determined both by oral interview and by written exercises. Students tend to be placed in groups based more on their ability to communicate than by the results of the written exercises.
Classes meet Monday through Friday throughout the year from 8:30AM until 2:30 PM.
The first four hours of each day is the core curriculum period. This period consists mainly of exercises and drills focusing on aural comprehension and oral expression. In the afternoon, students change instructors for a two-hour activity period. Dictionaries, verb books and note books are put to the side. Students engage in role playing, songs, board games, presentations and numerous other activities that promote using Spanish to communicate. Special topics and activities are organized around the needs, interests and proficiency levels of the group.
Each Thursday, in lieu of the afternoon activity, an off-campus excursion to a point of interest in Ensenada is coordinated. The excursion is optional. There are typically nominal admission fees to enter some museums and for some tours. These fees are are NOT PART OF THE TUITION. Students should budget accordingly.
Students in the Small Group Immersion Program can study for as short a time as a single week or take courses for 5 and 10 weeks at discount rates. The Baja California Language College is flexible in accommodating your busy schedule.
Tuition Summary
All prices are in US currency and payment must be made in US dollars. The Baja California Language College accepts payment by personal checks, business checks and US or Mexican currency. Payment can also be made by money order.
The Baja California Language College does not accept credit card payments.
| Small Group Immersion Program (SGIP) | |
|---|---|
| Weekly | $329 (30 hrs)M-F |
| Weekend | Available ONLY as Private Immersion Program (Unless exception is made by the Director) |
| Daily | $65 (6 hrs)Weekdays |
| Hourly | $30 |
“Let me tell you about my experiences at the Colegio over the years, indeed, decades at this point.
As you know, I first encountered the School in the late 1990s when I moved from Minnesota to California. The staff was very helpful, kind, and patient; and I have been gratified to note very little turnover from year to year. This has increased my comfort level and made it possible to concentrate on my work and studies. Another plus has been the incredible variety of students in attendance from literally all parts of the world.
Ensenada is one of my favorite places. It is a lovely, clean, and friendly city located right on the Pacific Coast. On my most recent visit this past January, I was often out evenings after dark at dinner or for a stroll. I felt completely safe and, I might say, at home. Ensenada offers a variety of activities from touristic to adventurous to the everyday and mundane. The people of Ensenada are invariably kind and gracious.
The acquisition of some basic Spanish is important in the ministry of most clergy. Ensenada, with its beautiful cathedral and other cultural venues, is the perfect place to learn not only the language but the culture of Mexico as well.
I wish you and all your staff continued success.”
Frank Hegedus Episcopal Priest Budapest Hungary
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