Part-Time 4-Week
This Program Is For
- English learners of all levels
- Learners who want to study the English language for academic, professional, or personal goals
- Individuals interested in a short-term English program
Program Features
- Advance your English language skills in 4 weeks
- Attend a Boston University class to experience U.S. undergraduate study (Spring only)
- Meet Boston University students and English language learners from around the world
- Experience life on a university campus through Boston University student activities
Curriculum
- Take language skills courses in 1 of up to 4 instructional levels:
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- High Intermediate
- Advanced
- Develop your English proficiency by taking courses in reading and writing and speaking and listening
- 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 like and appreciate every day I spent in CELOP. I owe everything that I know as an English speaker to CELOP teachers.
CELOP is a perfect place to improve English skills. The environment, staff and teachers make CELOP as an outstanding school for everybody. ”
Azimkhan Kozhakhmetov, Kazakhstan
CELOP Alum
Class Schedule
Students participate in 2 morning skills classes 5 days per week:
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
9:00 – 12:00 | Speaking & Listening | Reading & Writing | Speaking & Listening | Reading & Writing | Speaking & Listening |
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 |
4 Weeks |
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Semester |
Spring ISummer 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
- Able to understand, speak, write, and read simple expressions for basic needs