English courses for adults in Santa Barbara

The General English course consists of 20 lessons each week and is the least intensive option offered at Kaplan. This course allows students to improve their English while still leaving time for sightseeing and leisure during their stay.

The Intensive 27 course is the fastest way for students to improve their English skills, regardless of their starting level. The course consists of 15 lessons of Integrated Skills and 6 lessons of Specific skills.

Are you interested in an English course that offers you some time for sightseeing in addition to comprehensive classroom work? A Semi-Intensive English course offers the balance to enjoy your destination and finish your course with a higher level of English. Semi-Intensive English Courses focus on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking.

With private lessons you will have the opportunity to work at your own pace, on your own schedule, and tailor your lesson plan to your specific needs. You will be able to choose what areas to focus on with your teacher and maximize the value of your lesson time.

With private lessons you will have the opportunity to work at your own pace, on your own schedule, and tailor your lesson plan to your specific needs. You will be able to choose what areas to focus on with your teacher and maximize the value of your lesson time.

Long-term language programmes which allow you to achieve maximum fluency whilst immersing yourself in the language and culture of another country. This programme is right for you if: • You are aiming to achieve fluency in English • You want an intensive focus on all language skills with quick results • You would like flexible learning material, excellent communication between you and your teachers and continuous learning assessment • You would like to receive a Kaplan Academic Semester or Year certificate...

Long-term language programmes which allow you to achieve maximum fluency whilst immersing yourself in the language and culture of another country. This programme is right for you if: • You are aiming to achieve fluency in English • You want an intensive focus on all language skills with quick results • You would like flexible learning material, excellent communication between you and your teachers and continuous learning assessment • You would like to receive a Kaplan Academic Semester or Year certificate...

Three 45-min small group (max 5 students) lessons per week in BEK, SBC, SEA, WES, CHO and VAP focused on TOEFL and Academic English Skills. Available to all students and all visa types (including ESTA).

If you're an international student and dream of studying at university abroad, we can help. If you don't quite meet university entry requirements, our pathway programs will develop your academic skills, subject knowledge and English language to the level needed for degree entry.

The English for Business course is offered as an elective course in the Intensive course of study and helps students to effectively communicate in many business situations. The course consists of 20 lessons of general English, 8 lessons of business English and 7 lessons of structured study each week.