There is a gratuity charge of $30 per session for programs based in student-housing.
San Diego is the second largest city in California and the undisputed birthplace of the state. Approximately two hours south of Los Angeles, and just north of the Mexican border, San Diego is one of the most beautiful cities in the U.S. Within San Diego County, there are 70 miles of beach, two sparkling bays, several inspiring mountain ranges and a breathtaking desert.
San Diego is California’s jewel nestled on the southern coastline, offering unique neighborhoods to discover, restaurants galore, fascinating museums and world-class music and theater opportunities with some of the best weather the U.S. has to offer.
COURSE OFFERINGS TO DATE (subject to change):
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- National and International Current Events
- Current Legislation and Court Cases
- The Upcoming Shortage of Dead People
- Afghanistan, the Never Ending War: Is the U.S. headed for another Vietnam?
- Fluctuations in the Price of Oil and the Politics Behind It
- Tricks the Media Play
- Great Musicals
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- Iran: Brief History, Current Events and U.S. Past and Future Policy Toward Iran
- History of San Diego
- Reflexology
- Art History
- Justice in Health Care
- Intro to Eastern Medicine
- History of the Brain
- Ragtime Blues and Early Jazz
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SIGHTSEEING
We begin your stay with an all encompassing tour of San Diego which includes the historic district, the harbor and of course charming La Jolla. Many excursions planned include Coronado Island, the San Diego Zoo, harbor cruise, and of course Balboa Park, just to name a few.
ACTIVITIES
- Stroll the museums at Balboa Park
- Shop & sightsee in beautiful downtown La Jolla or Coronado Island
- Reminisce days of old at the free Spreckels Organ Concerts
- Enjoy the nightlife of the Gaslamp Quarter
- Explore the ships and yachts of San Diego's gorgeous marina
- Stimulate your senses as you stroll the streets of Old Town
- Bask at the Beach!
ACCOMMODATIONS
Our furnished apartments sit on the edge of the beautiful University of San Diego Campus which sits atop a hill and overlooks both the city and the ocean. We have one, two and four bedroom apartment options. Both the two bedroom and the four bedroom apartments have two bathrooms. The San Buenaventura Apartment building sits right next to the Mission Fitness Center which we have full access to at no additional cost. Specific workout classes will have an additional charge. Senior Summer School classes will be held within the apartment building. The Pavilion Dining Hall is approximately a two block walk – takes about 5 minutes to walk. The bus stop is about 3 blocks from San Buenaventura apartments and two blocks from the dining hall and goes directly to the Old Town Trolley Station.
Amenities include:
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- televisions in apartment
- elevators in both the building and the dining hall
- classroom in building
- laundry facilities
- two lounges with plasma TVs
- air hockey and pool table
- full refriderator, stove, and microwave
- award winning food service operation – one of the 12 Best University food services in the country!
- full access to Mission Crossroads fitness center, swimming pool access on the other side of campus
- nearby parking - $15/week
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To take advantage of this special pricing for our 25th Anniversary in San Diego, payment in full for one session is due at the time of making your reservation. If you sign up for more than one session, the balance of the program will be due May 1st.
TRANSPORTATION
Fly into San Diego – Lindbergh Field Airport. Cloud 9 Super Shuttle service is convenient and cost-effective (800) 974-8885.
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
If you need to cancel for any reason, you will receive your payment back less a $100 fee adminstrative if you cancel by April 1, 2010.
After the signing of a lease, refunds will only be issued if a Travel Protection Plan has been purchased. (See Frequently Asked Questions for information on the Travel Protection Plan.)
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