English course in Santa Barbara

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Overview

We welcome you to the EF Santa Barbara school

Our EF Santa Barbara school is in the very heart of downtown Santa Barbara, just a short walk from the State Street shops and the beach. Your days at EF Santa Barbara will be spent in a charming heritage building featuring spacious classrooms, a student lounge and a multimedia language lab.

Official Cambridge Test Center

Choose to prepare for a proficiency test including the range of Cambridge ESOL exams. As EF Santa Barbara is an official Cambridge Test Center, you can even take your exam here. After your English course, relax in the sun by the fountain in the school’s attractive courtyard before heading to your host family or back to your dormitory for dinner.

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ENGLISH COURSES IN SANTA BARBARA

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City life

The palm-lined squares, shady arcades and bubbly fountains of Santa Barbara create a picture-perfect setting in which to study English. After school, meet friends, practice your English and watch the sunset at a laid-back beachside café. Or hit State Street which offers exclusive boutiques, famous name department stores and intriguing antique shops.

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Explore

Explore the architecture of Santa Barbara Mission, a testimony to the heritage of the early Californian settlers. At weekends take the opportunity to enjoy optional excursions to Disneyland, San Francisco, Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon.

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Sports

Golden beaches, glittering ocean and glorious mountains frame this coastal town. Mild temperatures mean year-round outdoor activities, from rollerblading along the beachfront promenade to sailing, mountain biking, hiking, surfing and golf.

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