California State University Long Beach

Junior English Course in Los Angeles – Long Beach

Embassy Summer at California State University Long Beach

Experience the California summer at California State University Long Beach, a spacious residential campus in Southern California. Landscaped gardens, palm trees and welcoming communal spaces give students an authentic taste of American university life, with the Pacific coast nearby.

Combine English language learning with campus activities and excursions to some of Southern California’s best-known sights, from Hollywood and Beverly Hills to Santa Monica and Venice Beach.

Programme delivered by our sister brand Jo Study.

Key Facts:

Programme prices (USD):

Signature (sessions 1, 2 & 3): 7 nights $1,356 · 13 nights $2,712

Excellence (sessions 1 & 3): 7 nights $1,529 · 13 nights $3,058

Excellence (session 2): 7 nights $1,662 · 13 nights $3,324

Location: California State University Long Beach, Southern California, USA

Dates: 24 June – 4 August 2027

Ages: 14 to 19 years old

Accommodation: Twin bedrooms with shared bathrooms in campus residences

Sample Excursions: Hollywood & Beverly Hills, Santa Monica & Venice Beach, Griffith Observatory; San Diego or Las Vegas depending on the programme

Residential accommodation on the California State University Long Beach campus
Apartment-style units typically comprising three twin bedrooms sharing a bathroom, averaging one bathroom per six students
Communal areas and outdoor spaces for relaxing and socialising
Weekly room cleaning and bed linen exchange; students make their own beds and keep their rooms tidy
Towels are not provided: students should bring their own
Wi-Fi available in the residences
Paid laundry facilities available through the WASH-Connect app; students provide their own detergent
Restricted residential access for students and authorised staff

Full-board meals in the university dining hall, with an all-you-can-eat buffet and a choice of dishes
Packed lunches provided on full-day excursions and packed dinners for selected afternoon and evening trips
Dietary requirements, allergies and intolerances must be communicated at least one month before arrival; supplements may apply
Green outdoor spaces and communal areas for campus activities and socialising
University gyms, swimming pools and sports pitches are not included in the programme

English language tuition delivered in collaboration with JoStudy
30 hours of English across six dedicated lesson days: three hours in the morning and two in the afternoon
Placement test online before arrival or on the first lesson day; classes organised primarily by language level and then age
Practical, task-based learning through communication, collaboration, presentations and group projects
Modern campus classrooms with Smart Boards and flexible furniture
End-of-course attendance certificate, subject to attendance requirements

English lessons are combined with full-day excursions, selected afternoon trips and a varied evening activity programme. Dedicated lesson days leave time to explore the wider Los Angeles region.

Sample excursions:

Venice Beach and Santa Monica, including the famous pier and coastal atmosphere
Beverly Hills, Hollywood Walk of Fame and The Grove
Manhattan Beach and Long Beach waterfront
Griffith Observatory, with views across Los Angeles and towards the Hollywood sign
Newport and Huntington Beach sunset tour

Programme options described in the centre guide:

Discovery: a full-day San Diego excursion, with sights such as Old Town, Balboa Park and La Jolla
Deluxe: a Las Vegas weekend with one overnight stay, replacing selected California excursions; the programme also includes Academy Museum admission on the Los Angeles visit

Evening activities may include Shoreline Village, bowling, karaoke, film nights, Just Dance and scavenger hunts. Please contact us to confirm the itinerary and inclusions for your chosen departure. Excursions may change because of weather, traffic or operational requirements.

Sample programme outline

Arrival: welcome, residence check-in, induction and guided campus tour
Lesson days: breakfast, three hours of English in the morning, lunch and two hours of English in the afternoon
Selected afternoons: excursions such as Griffith Observatory or the Newport and Huntington Beach sunset tour, with a packed dinner
Excursion days: full-day visits to destinations such as Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Hollywood and Beverly Hills, with a packed lunch
Evenings: dinner followed by organised social activities or selected local outings
Departure: check-out and transfer arrangements as confirmed in the pre-departure information

This is an illustrative outline. Lesson days, activities and excursions vary according to the selected programme and departure.

JoStudy staff support available 24 hours a day throughout the stay
Campus security and controlled access to the residences
Welcome induction covering campus rules, safety and emergency procedures
Group Leaders and Activity Leaders accompany students during scheduled activities and excursions, except for authorised free time
Individual students are assigned an Activity Leader for support
Evening room checks and a residential curfew apply to all participants
Emergency contact details and practical instructions supplied in the pre-departure information

Campus: California State University Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90840, USA.

Airport: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The journey to campus normally takes approximately 45–90 minutes, depending on traffic. Transfer arrangements, meeting points and emergency contacts are confirmed in the pre-departure information.

Students receive a welcome and check-in briefing on arrival. Departure meeting points and collection times are confirmed by the team before travel.

Local Long Beach Transit buses connect the campus with downtown Long Beach, where the Metro A Line offers onward connections across the Los Angeles area. Students must follow the programme’s supervision and permission rules when travelling.

California State University Long Beach campus sign — California State University Long Beach

Walking through the green CSULB campus — A green residential campus

Common area in the CSULB residence for socialising — Residence common area

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