English Language Academy was established by the University of San Diego, Division of Continuing Education in 2003. ELA became widely known not only by USD international students but also by international students wanting to enroll in other U.S. universities. In addition, students and professionals who just want to benefit from quality education and improve their language skills utilize the ELA program.
ELA is located in a modern building with state-of-the-art computer technology. Small classes and a strong connection with professors will make the world of difference for you as you live and study in the United States. ELA offers a language preparation program for students who plan to enter an American university. ELA also provides short-term English language programs for students and business professionals.
The University of San Diego began in 1949, with the vision of Bishop Charles Buddy and Mother Rosalie Hill to create an outstanding Catholic university. From a small group of faculty, staff and students, USD has grown to more than 7,200 students and 2,000 employees, with more than 60 degree offerings in six schools. History is alive on campus, from the Spanish Renaissance architecture chosen by our founders to the dedication to excellence, knowledge, compassion and ethics.
Present in less than 60 years, the University of San Diego has grown from a local college with 50 students and a handful of professors to a nationally ranked university. This achievement is the direct result of a single unwavering expectation and academic excellence. The breadth of programs and depth of facilities means that students can easily find a course of study that ignites their intellectual fire. In the classroom, coursework across disciplines encourages students to develop their critical thinking skills.
Small class size means the instructors know their students and can stimulate their minds with anything from participation in a research project to an after-class discussion on wide variety of topics. Instructors welcome the free exchange of complex ideas in an environment of tolerance and civility. In this environment, students begin a lifelong habit of appreciating and cultivating their individual gifts.
- Academic Organization
- College of Arts and Sciences
- Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science
- Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies
- School of Business Administration
- School of Law
- School of Leadership and Education Sciences
Athletics - the university’s athletic team is the famous "Toreros"! Their mascot is a bullfighter - Torero. Toreros are "top shelf" in many sports! Eight men’s and nine women’s teams competing in NCAA Division I. Division I teams compete in the West Coast Conference. Football team compete in the Pioneer League. Toreros have 16 sports and recreation clubs. It is an honor to be a Torero!
Accommodation - USD provides on-campus accommodations that are only a few minutes walk from school. If you prefer not to walk, there is a free bus. Fitness center, swimming pool and tennis courts are for your use! Healthy foods are available at a variety of cafes on-campus.
San Diego is California’s oldest city and has a population of 1.3 million inhabitants. America’s finest city boast of temperatures of 21°C....264 sunny days a year!
San Diego is located 120 miles south of Los Angeles and 20 miles north of Baja, Mexico along the Pacific Ocean on the West Coast of the United States. According to Forbes Magazine, San Diego is ranked the fifth wealthiest city in the United States.
