JIC's classic campus in Baguio — affordable ESL & IELTS programs with integrated dorms, plus the unique IELTS Guarantee program
JIC – Challenger Campus is JIC's classic branch in Baguio, the Philippines' education capital (1,500m elevation, mild year-round). This campus focuses on core ESL and IELTS preparation programs at more economical prices than Premium Campus, while maintaining the same teaching quality and integrated dorm services. A unique feature is the IELTS Guarantee program that guarantees students hit their IELTS target band under specified conditions. All programs include 1:1, group, and optional classes depending on the chosen program.
IELTS Guarantee is JIC's unique program that guarantees students hit their IELTS target band under specified conditions. Key features:
All programs combine Tuition + Dormitory in USD. The IELTS Guarantee program is only available for 8/16/24-week durations.
3 1:1 + 2 Optional
Category: ESL
2 1:1 + 2 Core + 2 Group + 2 Optional
Category: ESL
3 1:1 + 2 Core + 2 Group + 2 Optional
Category: ESL
4 1:1 + 2 Core + 2 Group + 2 Optional
Category: ESL
4 1:1 + 2 Group + 2 Optional
Category: IELTS
5 1:1 + 2 Group + 2 Optional
Category: IELTS
6 1:1 + 2 Group + 2 Optional
Category: IELTS
Same as IELTS Standard + ₱18,000/8w application fee (paid locally in PHP).
Category: IELTS
Price includes Tuition + Dormitory. For all durations (1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24 weeks) use the smart calculator below. Note: IELTS Guarantee is only available from 8 weeks.
| Program | Room for 1 (Studio) | Room for 2 (Studio) | Room for 4 (Studio) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESL Flex | $1,880 | $1,380 | $1,180 |
| ESL Lite | $2,060 | $1,560 | $1,360 |
| ESL Core | $2,160 | $1,660 | $1,460 |
| ESL Standard | $2,260 | $1,760 | $1,560 |
| IELTS Lite | $2,260 | $1,760 | $1,560 |
| IELTS Core | $2,310 | $1,810 | $1,610 |
| IELTS Standard | $2,360 | $1,860 | $1,660 |
| IELTS Guarantee8 weeks | $4,720 | $3,720 | $3,320 |
* IELTS Guarantee prices shown for 8 weeks as reference. Add ₱18,000 / 8w application fee paid locally.
Paid in PHP directly to the institute upon arrival. Values below come from JIC's official New_LocalFees_Challenger.pdf.
| Item | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| SSP (Special Study Permit) | ₱7,800 | one-time |
| SSP I-Card | ₱4,500 | one-time |
| ACR I-Card | ₱4,000 | one-time |
| Student ID Card | ₱200 | one-time |
| Deposit (refundable) | ₱3,000 | one-time |
| Utility Bill (per 4 weeks) | ₱3,000 | per 4 weeks |
| Laundry Fee (per 4 weeks) | ₱1,200 | per 4 weeks |
| Maintenance (per 4 weeks) | ₱1,000 | per 4 weeks |
Visa extension is required for any stay beyond 30 days. Cumulative amounts based on total length.
| Duration | Visa Extension (PHP) |
|---|---|
| Up to 8 weeks | ₱4,940 |
| Up to 12 weeks | ₱11,150 |
| Up to 16 weeks | ₱15,390 |
| Up to 20 weeks | ₱19,630 |
| Up to 24 weeks | ₱23,870 |
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4 1:1 + 2 Core + 2 Group + 2 Optional
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