This Program Is For

  • English learners at a high beginner level and above
  • 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
  • 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 4 instructional levels:
    • Elementary
    • Intermediate
    • High Intermediate
    • Advanced
  • Develop your English proficiency by taking courses in reading and writing and speaking and listening
  • Choose from elective courses in areas such as business communication, media news, or Boston and American culture
  • 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

Class Schedule

Students participate in 2 morning skills classes and 1 afternoon elective class (either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday) per week:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
9:00 - 12:00 Speaking & Listening Reading & Writing Speaking & Listening Reading & Writing Speaking & Listening
13:30 - 16:00 Elective Elective

Program Requirements

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
Dates & Fees

Key Facts

Format

Availability

Location

Hours / Week

Duration

Term

Visa

Studying at CELOP allowed me to interact with people from all over the world. I liked the way the teachers made all the students participate in the class because I think that this helped a lot to get us to know each other and to create a “family.”

Gianluca Follega, Italy

Apply Now

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.