Part-Time 6-Week
This Program Is For
- English language learners who want to combine English language study with a visit to Boston
- Individuals who want to improve their English skills but only have time for a short-term program
Program Features
- Advance your English language skills in 6 weeks
- Meet Boston University students and English language learners from around the world
- Access the resources of a highly ranked research university
- Experience life on a university campus through Boston University student organizations and activities
Curriculum
- Develop your overall English proficiency in all skill areas
- Participate in Integrated Skills classes in 1 of 4 instructional levels:
- Elementary
- Intermediate
- High Intermediate
- Advanced
- Take skills courses at your individual language level in speaking and listening, academic writing, and reading and vocabulary
- Develop skills for global competency and intercultural communication including teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, and more
- Join activities such as team research projects, guest speakers, and field trips

“
I strongly recommend people to study at CELOP based on my own experience. I really benefited from the courses structure and methodology. ”
Pierre Heridan Tchissita Batchi,
Republic of the Congo
CELOP Alum
Class Schedule
Students participate in 3 skills classes 5 mornings per week:
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
9:00 – 10:30 | Academic Writing | Speaking & Listening | Academic Writing | Speaking & Listening | Academic Writing |
10:30 – 12:00 | Reading & Vocabulary | Speaking & Listening | Reading & Vocabulary | Speaking & Listening | Reading & Vocabulary |
If you are a continuing, former or deferring CELOP student, please do not click on the Apply Now button. Instead, please contact CELOP Admissions at celop@bu.edu to apply or call 617-353-4870.
Key Facts
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Hours/Week |
15 Hours |
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Duration |
6 Weeks |
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Semester |
Fall I & IISpring I & IISummer I & II |
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Visa |
TouristVisa Waiver (ESTA) |
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BU Housing |
Summer Only |
Required Proficiency Level
- High beginner or above
Admission Requirements
- Minimum age 17 years
- Senior in high school or high school graduate
- Ability to speak, understand, write, and read simple English sentences