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$349

/ person

Credits

Equivalent to 3 Credits (36 Hrs)

OR with bundle: 6 Credits (72 Hrs)

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San Francisco

Weekend Overview

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LOCATION

San Francisco

DURATION

3 days

FORMAT

In-Person | In-Person + Online

CREDITS

Equivalent to 3 Credits (36 Hrs)

OR with bundle: 6 Credits (72 Hrs)

COURSE

Connect in the U.S. | Discover the U.S.

San Francisco's course centers on Connect in the U.S.: Exploring Cultural Exchange, a program built around conflict resolution, cultural diversity, and cross-cultural communication. Classroom discussion is paired with a city built for exploration - the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Chinatown all factor into the weekend, giving au pairs a course that's equal parts self-reflection and hands-on discovery.

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San Francisco

Dates & Pricing

San Francisco Discover the U.S.

February 19 - 21, 2027

Registration closes February 12, but may sell out sooner

$349

Equivalent to 3 Credits (36 Hours)

San Francisco Discover the U.S. + Online Connect in the U.S.

February 19 - 21, 2027

Registration closes February 5, but may sell out sooner

$598

Equivalent to 6 Credits (60/72 Hours)

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Everything you need to know before your week on Oʻahu’s North Shore

Your Learning Journey

HOW IT WORKS • San Francisco isn't just 3 days, it's a complete course with online work before and after your trip.

1 BEFORE YOUR TRIP

Online Preparation

3 weeks before • ~6 hours

Due: 1 week before your trip

2 YOUR SAN FRAN ADVENTURE

In-Person

25 hours In-Person

Mandatory Attendance

3 AFTER YOUR TRIP

Online Completion

3 Weeks to Complete • ~5 hours

Completion Letter: 5-7 business days after completion.

Logistics

Housing & getting to campus

HOUSING

Take advantage of Au Pair Weekend's partnership with Hostelling International in San Francisco! Just add housing to your purchase when registering for a course.

Housing is not included with registration for this course. However, as a convenience to students we offer the option of adding housing at a hostel approximately 15 minutes by foot to our classroom building. Beds are limited and may sell out; they are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You can add a 2-night stay (Friday & Saturday) at the hostel in a shared dorm with between 4-10 beds. When possible, we will place you in a room with other au pairs, and male and female au pairs may be placed in the same room. Your stay does not include breakfast, but there is a communal kitchen that guests may use.

There will be a $50 administration fee for all housing refunds. Refunds only allowed up to 30 days prior to the weekend start date.

Other Housing Options

NOTE: Au Pair Weekend is not affiliated with and does not recommend any of the specific accommodations below. Please do your own research before choosing your weekend housing.

Music City Hotel, 1353 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Adelaide Hostel, 5 Isadora Duncan Ln, San Francisco, CA 94102
Green Tortoise Hostel, 494 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133
Amsterdam Hostel San Francisco, 749 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94108

TRANSPORTATION TO CAMPUS

Public Transportation

Our classroom building is located on the Muni #30 Stockton bus line. Click here for direct access to the bus map and

schedule. If you are taking Bart, you will take the BART Train to Montgomery Street Station. Once you get to Montgomery Street Station you will take the Muni #30 Bus (Outbound) to North Point St. & Hyde St. The destination is right around the corner.

Travel Between Airports & Campus

If you are coming from SFO Airport, the BART Train will take you directly to San Francisco. You will take the BART Train to Montgomery Street Station from the airport. Once you get to Montgomery Street Station you will take the Muni #30 Bus (Outbound) to North Point St. & Hyde St. The destination is right around the corner.

Campus Parking

Anchorage Square Parking Garage is located right around the corner. Click here for the location and rates.
Ghirardelli Parking Lot is located at 900 North Point Street at the corner of Beach and Larkin. Click here for the daily rates.
Most parking meters in San Francisco have a two hour time limit, though approximately 25% of meters have a four hour time limit or no time limit at all.
The best way to guarantee a parking spot is by searching on Spothero and booking an available parking spot before you go!

San Francisco Course Details

What's included & course structure

ATTENDANCE STARTS

4:30 PM on Friday

ATTENDANCE ENDS

5:00 PM on Sunday

ARRIVE BY

3:00 PM on Friday

DEPART AFTER

7:30 PM on Sunday

PRICE INCLUDES

• Full course and course materials
• In-person instruction, workshops, and course materials
• Course-related excursions and transportation
• Completion letter

Connect in the U.S.

Learn to navigate the cultural and personal challenges of being an au pair living in the United States. Discuss conflict resolution, cultural diversity in the United States, and how to successfully interact with people from different backgrounds and life experiences. Being in a diverse classroom will allow you to make new friends with individuals from all over the world and put everything you are learning into practice. Be the change you want to see in the world!

Discover the U.S.

Discover the U.S. turns everyday American life into the classroom. You'll learn about U.S. geography and explore key moments in American history, examining how they continue to shape the country's culture and politics today. Alongside au pairs from around the world, you'll compare your own home country's traditions and experiences to life in the United States, while local excursions and activities bring the material to life. It's history and culture you can actually walk through!

Au Pair Weekend Gives Back

When you join a course, you're part of something bigger. Au Pair Weekend donates to organizations that reflect the values woven into every weekend: environment, community, and culture.

Earth Island Institute

Environmental action & emerging leaders

National Art Education Association

Equitable access to arts education

Water 1st International

Clean water & sanitation worldwide

We also support a local charity in cities where we host our "Connect in the U.S." course, chosen by students during their Community Engagement class. Your presence helps decide where the donation goes.

Read Our Full Giving Story →

Meet the Team

The team behind your weekend

Valerie

City Director

Erin

Instructor

Deb

Program Assistant

Kyla

Program Coordinator

Reviews

What students are saying

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

"It was worth every moment"

My APW in SF was such an unforgettable experience! From exploring Fisherman's Warf and Pier 39 to visiting the Golden Gate Bridge and the de Young museum, everything was well planned and so much fun. The weekend was not only about sightseeing but also about making amazing memories and friendships. The organization and support made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable. I'd definitely recommend an APW to anyone looking looking for a mix of adventure, culture and connections, it's worth every moment!

— Kayla S., South Africa

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Weekend Overview

Your course snapshot

San Francisco

3 days

In-Person | In-Person + Online

Equivalent to 3 Credits (36 Hrs)

Connect in the U.S. | Discover the U.S.

New Dates Coming Soon

Be the first to know when new course dates are announced.

Dates & Pricing

San Francisco Discover the U.S.

February 19 - 21, 2027

Registration closes February 12, but may sell out sooner

$349

Equivalent to 3 Credits (36 Hours)

San Francisco Discover the U.S. + Online Connect in the U.S.

February 19 - 21, 2027

Registration closes February 5, but may sell out sooner

$598

Equivalent to 6 Credits (60/72 Hours)

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San Francisco Course Details

What's included & course structure

ATTENDANCE STARTS

4:30 PM on Friday

ATTENDANCE ENDS

5:00 PM on Sunday

ARRIVE BY

3:00 PM on Friday

DEPART AFTER

7:30 PM on Sunday

PRICE INCLUDES

Connect in the U.S.

Discover the U.S.

Meet the Team

The team behind your weekend

Valerie

Erin

Deb

Kyla

Reviews

What students are saying

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

"It was worth every moment"

60 or 72 Hour Courses
(Equivalent to 6 Credits)

36-Hour Courses
(Equivalent to 3 Credits)