General English(ESL) Courses Introduction
3D Academy offers a variety of courses and curricula for students from around the world who wish to learn English as a Second Language (ESL).
Our General English ESL courses focus on speaking, listening, reading, grammar, and writing.
These are personalized training programs tailored to each student’s English level and learning preferences.
Students take 7 hours of lessons per day, plus 2 hour of optional/free class.
Classes run from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, with 1 hours of break time in between.
Most courses include at least four one-on-one (1:1) classes per day, providing students with extensive opportunities to practice speaking English.
Practical ESL
(4 one-on-one classes + 3 group classes + 2 optional class)
The Practical ESL Course is 3D Academy’s signature program.
It includes 4 one-on-one classes, 3 group classes, and 2 optional class, with each class lasting 50 minutes.
With over a decade of experience, 3D Academy has found that students cannot maintain full concentration during overly long sessions.
Fifty minutes per class has proven to be the optimal length for absorbing content effectively.
Between classes, students enjoy 10-minute breaks, during which they often gather in the hallways to socialize with classmates and teachers.
These informal interactions help students practice casual English conversation and build connections.
This is one of the reasons why students at 3D Academy quickly get to know one another and form strong friendships.
[Practical ESL Course] 1-Month (4-Week) Study English in the Philippines: Cost Breakdown by Room Type
[Practical ESL Course] 2-Month (8-Week) Study English in the Philippines: Cost Breakdown by Room Type
[Practical ESL Course] 3-Month (12-Week) Study English in the Philippines: Cost Breakdown by Room Type
[Practical ESL Course] 6-Month (24-Week) Study English in the Philippines: Cost Breakdown by Room Type
Practical ESL Course Fee
| Room Type |
1 Week |
2 Weeks |
3 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
8 Weeks |
12 Weeks |
16 Weeks |
24 Weeks |
| Single Room |
$543 |
$1,042 |
$1,497 |
$1,736 |
$3,472 |
$5,208 |
$6,944 |
$10,416 |
| Double Room |
$493 |
$946 |
$1,359 |
$1,576 |
$3,152 |
$4,728 |
$6,304 |
$9,456 |
| Triple Room |
$427 |
$820 |
$1,178 |
$1,366 |
$2,732 |
$4,098 |
$5,464 |
$8,196 |
| Quadruple Room |
$396 |
$760 |
$1,092 |
$1,266 |
$2,532 |
$3,798 |
$5,064 |
$7,596 |
| Sextuple Room |
$361 |
$694 |
$997 |
$1,156 |
$2,312 |
$3,468 |
$4,624 |
$6,936 |
*Enrollment Fee： USD＄100
Tuition-Related Fees
Inclusions
The tuition package includes:
Note: 3D Academy reserves the right to adjust prices at its discretion.
Other Fees
When students arrive in Cebu, they are required to pay certain miscellaneous fees mandated by the Philippine government. These include fees such as the Special Study Permit (SSP), visa extension, and maintenance costs.
Some fees are compulsory, while others are optional depending on the student’s circumstances.
Please consult with the Student Manager upon arrival to confirm which fees apply to you.
Miscellaneous Fees (Payable in Cebu)
| Item |
Fee |
| SSP (Special Study Permit) |
PHP 12,040 (Valid for 3 months) |
| ACR I-Card (Required for stays over 59 days) |
PHP 4,000 |
| Textbooks |
Approx. PHP 1,000 / 4 weeks (depends on course materials) |
| Electricity Fee |
PHP 1,000 – 1,500 / 4 weeks (based on usage) |
| Maintenance Fee |
PHP 500 × number of weeks (one-time payment upon arrival) |
| Deposit (Refundable, used for books & electricity) |
PHP 4,500 (1–19 weeks) / PHP 9,000 (20–47 weeks) |
| Optional Classes |
1:1 ESL = PHP 2,500 / week
Group ESL = PHP 1,500 / week |
Visa Extension Fees
Students staying more than 30 days must apply for a visa extension.
Each extension includes a PHP 300 handling fee and requires 5 business days to process. During processing, your passport will be held, and travel is not permitted.
| Extension |
Fee (PHP) |
Valid Until |
| 1st Extension |
4,440 |
59 days from arrival (approx. 8 weeks) |
| 2nd Extension |
5,616 |
89 days from arrival (approx. 12 weeks) |
| 3rd Extension |
4,240 |
119 days from arrival (approx. 16 weeks) |
| 4th Extension |
3,830 |
149 days from arrival (approx. 20 weeks) |
| 5th Extension |
3,830 |
179 days from arrival (approx. 24 weeks) |
Note: After the 1st extension, the 2nd and 3rd extensions can be applied at the same time to simplify the process.
Intensive ESL
(5 one-on-one classes + 3 group classes + 2 optional class)
The 3D Intensive ESL Course is designed for students who want to focus on intensive speaking practice.
This program offers a total of 8 core classes per day, plus 2 optional class, consisting of:
It is ideal for learners who wish to maximize their daily speaking time and make rapid progress in English fluency.
General ESL Course (Practical ESL) – The Most Balanced English Program
Intensive ESL Course Fee
| Room Type |
1 Week |
2 Weeks |
3 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
8 Weeks |
12 Weeks |
16 Weeks |
24 Weeks |
| Single Room |
$602 |
$1,156 |
$1,661 |
$1,926 |
$3,852 |
$5,778 |
$7,704 |
$11,556 |
| Double Room |
$552 |
$1,060 |
$1,523 |
$1,766 |
$3,532 |
$5,298 |
$7,064 |
$10,596 |
| Triple Room |
$486 |
$934 |
$1,342 |
$1,556 |
$3,112 |
$4,668 |
$6,224 |
$9,336 |
| Quadruple Room |
$455 |
$874 |
$1,256 |
$1,456 |
$2,912 |
$4,368 |
$5,824 |
$8,736 |
| Sextuple Room |
$421 |
$808 |
$1,161 |
$1,346 |
$2,692 |
$4,038 |
$5,384 |
$8,076 |
*Enrollment Fee： USD＄100
Tuition-Related Fees
Inclusions
The tuition package includes:
Note: 3D Academy reserves the right to adjust prices at its discretion.
Other Fees
When students arrive in Cebu, they are required to pay certain miscellaneous fees mandated by the Philippine government. These include fees such as the Special Study Permit (SSP), visa extension, and maintenance costs.
Some fees are compulsory, while others are optional depending on the student’s circumstances.
Please consult with the Student Manager upon arrival to confirm which fees apply to you.
Miscellaneous Fees (Payable in Cebu)
| Item |
Fee |
| SSP (Special Study Permit) |
PHP 12,040 (Valid for 3 months) |
| ACR I-Card (Required for stays over 59 days) |
PHP 4,000 |
| Textbooks |
Approx. PHP 1,000 / 4 weeks (depends on course materials) |
| Electricity Fee |
PHP 1,000 – 1,500 / 4 weeks (based on usage) |
| Maintenance Fee |
PHP 500 × number of weeks (one-time payment upon arrival) |
| Deposit (Refundable, used for books & electricity) |
PHP 4,500 (1–19 weeks) / PHP 9,000 (20–47 weeks) |
| Optional Classes |
1:1 ESL = PHP 2,500 / week
Group ESL = PHP 1,500 / week |
Visa Extension Fees
Students staying more than 30 days must apply for a visa extension.
Each extension includes a PHP 300 handling fee and requires 5 business days to process. During processing, your passport will be held, and travel is not permitted.
| Extension |
Fee (PHP) |
Valid Until |
| 1st Extension |
4,440 |
59 days from arrival (approx. 8 weeks) |
| 2nd Extension |
5,616 |
89 days from arrival (approx. 12 weeks) |
| 3rd Extension |
4,240 |
119 days from arrival (approx. 16 weeks) |
| 4th Extension |
3,830 |
149 days from arrival (approx. 20 weeks) |
| 5th Extension |
3,830 |
179 days from arrival (approx. 24 weeks) |
Note: After the 1st extension, the 2nd and 3rd extensions can be applied at the same time to simplify the process.
Platinum ESL
(6 one-on-one classes + 3 group classes)
The 3D Platinum ESL Course is our premium program, designed for students with high motivation and a strong desire to improve their English speaking skills in a short period of time.
This course offers a total of 9 core classes per day, including:
It is ideal for students who want maximum daily speaking practice and are ready to challenge themselves with an intensive learning schedule.
Intensive ESL Course – Maximize Your Speaking Time at 3D ACADEMY
Platinum ESL Course Fee
| Room Type |
1 Week |
2 Weeks |
3 Weeks |
4 Weeks |
8 Weeks |
12 Weeks |
16 Weeks |
24 Weeks |
| Single Room |
$658 |
$1,264 |
$1,816 |
$2,106 |
$4,212 |
$6,318 |
$8,424 |
$12,636 |
| Double Room |
$608 |
$1,168 |
$1,678 |
$1,946 |
$3,892 |
$5,838 |
$7,784 |
$11,676 |
| Triple Room |
$543 |
$1,042 |
$1,497 |
$1,736 |
$3,472 |
$5,208 |
$6,944 |
$10,416 |
| Quadruple Room |
$511 |
$982 |
$1,411 |
$1,636 |
$3,272 |
$4,908 |
$6,544 |
$9,816 |
| Sextuple Room |
$477 |
$916 |
$1,316 |
$1,526 |
$3,052 |
$4,578 |
$6,104 |
$9,156 |
*Enrollment Fee： USD＄100
Tuition-Related Fees
Inclusions
The tuition package includes:
Note: 3D Academy reserves the right to adjust prices at its discretion.
Other Fees
When students arrive in Cebu, they are required to pay certain miscellaneous fees mandated by the Philippine government. These include fees such as the Special Study Permit (SSP), visa extension, and maintenance costs.
Some fees are compulsory, while others are optional depending on the student’s circumstances.
Please consult with the Student Manager upon arrival to confirm which fees apply to you.
Miscellaneous Fees (Payable in Cebu)
| Item |
Fee |
| SSP (Special Study Permit) |
PHP 12,040 (Valid for 3 months) |
| ACR I-Card (Required for stays over 59 days) |
PHP 4,000 |
| Textbooks |
Approx. PHP 1,000 / 4 weeks (depends on course materials) |
| Electricity Fee |
PHP 1,000 – 1,500 / 4 weeks (based on usage) |
| Maintenance Fee |
PHP 500 × number of weeks (one-time payment upon arrival) |
| Deposit (Refundable, used for books & electricity) |
PHP 4,500 (1–19 weeks) / PHP 9,000 (20–47 weeks) |
| Optional Classes |
1:1 ESL = PHP 2,500 / week
Group ESL = PHP 1,500 / week |
Visa Extension Fees
Students staying more than 30 days must apply for a visa extension.
Each extension includes a PHP 300 handling fee and requires 5 business days to process. During processing, your passport will be held, and travel is not permitted.
| Extension |
Fee (PHP) |
Valid Until |
| 1st Extension |
4,440 |
59 days from arrival (approx. 8 weeks) |
| 2nd Extension |
5,616 |
89 days from arrival (approx. 12 weeks) |
| 3rd Extension |
4,240 |
119 days from arrival (approx. 16 weeks) |
| 4th Extension |
3,830 |
149 days from arrival (approx. 20 weeks) |
| 5th Extension |
3,830 |
179 days from arrival (approx. 24 weeks) |
Note: After the 1st extension, the 2nd and 3rd extensions can be applied at the same time to simplify the process.
Platinum ESL Course – Premium, Personalized English Learning at 3D ACADEMY
Level Test
On the first day of school, all students are required to take a placement test to assess their English proficiency.
Based on the results, students are assigned to one of the following six levels:
| Level |
Description |
| Beginner |
Can recognize only a few English words. |
| High Beginner |
Can introduce themselves and hold basic conversations. |
| Low-Intermediate |
Can handle simple conversations with basic fluency. |
| Intermediate |
Can carry on basic conversations and understand others with ease. |
| High-Intermediate |
Can engage in general conversation and comprehend meaning quickly. |
| Advanced |
Can communicate fluently and express their opinions clearly without difficulty. |
⏰ Daily Class Schedule (Monday to Friday)
Each class is 50 minutes
| Time |
Period |
Class Type / Activity |
| 07:00 – 08:00 |
– |
Breakfast |
| 08:00 – 08:50 |
1st Period |
1:1 Discussion |
| 09:00 – 09:50 |
2nd Period |
Group Class |
| 10:00 – 10:50 |
3rd Period |
1:1 Discussion |
| 11:00 – 11:50 |
4th Period |
Group Class |
| 12:00 – 13:00 |
– |
Lunch |
| 13:00 – 13:50 |
5th Period |
1:1 Discussion |
| 14:00 – 14:50 |
6th Period |
Group Class |
| 15:00 – 15:50 |
7th Period |
1:1 Discussion |
| 16:00 – 16:50 |
8th Period |
Optional Class |
| 17:00 – 17:50 |
9th Period |
N/A |
| 18:00 – 19:00 |
– |
Dinner |
Curriculum Overview
| Class Type |
Target Skills |
Content Focus |
| Practical 1:1 Class |
S/R/W/L |
Personalized 1:1 lessons |
| Group Class (1:5) |
Conversational English |
Social topics, travel, real-life scenarios |
| Native Class (1:6) |
Listening, Fluency |
Common U.S. phrases, mini-dialogs, mock conversations |
| TOEIC/IELTS/TOEFL (1:8) |
Test Skills |
Mock exams, strategies, all sections (R/L/S/W) |
| Business Class (1:8) |
Speaking, Presentation |
Job interviews, business communication |
| Multimedia Class (1:8) |
Reading, Comprehension |
News, blogs, social media, magazines |
| Formal/Informal English (1:8) |
Usage, Tone |
Practical English in formal/informal contexts |
| Speech Class |
Pronunciation, Fluency |
Accent reduction, delivery, speech practice |
| Movie Class |
Listening, Phrase Use |
Dialogue, phrase memorization, blending sounds |
| Demo Class |
Speaking, Practical Use |
Phrase memorization and demonstration |
| Optional Class |
Speaking |
Casual Discussion or Review with teacher (Self-paced discipline) |
