Summer programs
What programs can you participate in?
American colleges and universities offer a variety of short programs during the summer months for scholars, students and professionals who want to improve their English language skills or subject knowledge.
English as a Second Language
Want to take an English language course and live on an American campus for a few weeks? Then you can apply for an ESL (English as a Second Language) program. You can take this program during the summer months or prior to your studies.
College prep program
Want to apply for a bachelor’s degree in the US? Some colleges offer preparatory programs where you learn more about the admissions process, the American education system, and life on an American campus. Oftentimes, you can also take some preparatory academic courses. An example of such programs is the College Prep Academies.
Subject-based programs
Want to immerse yourself in a new subject and obtain a certificate for it? American universities also offer short programs of several weeks or months in which you delve into a single subject.
Resources
SummerstudyinUSA database
At https://www.summerstudyinusa.org/ you can find summer programs at a large number of U.S. colleges and universities. You can search the database by level (scholar, student, professional), field of study, and indicate whether or not you want to get a certificate. SummerstudyinUSA also organizes regular virtual fairs where you can speak to college representatives.
BridgeUSA
BridgeUSA is a US government website with information about study, internship and work opportunities in the US. You will also find more information about summer programs such as working as a Camp Counselor or Summer Work Travel programs.