Ideal for
All proficiency levels (CEFR A2-B2)
Following Summer 2026, Georgetown’s English Language Center will conclude its programs after more than 70 years. Thank you to the students, alumni, faculty, and staff who have been part of our community and contributed to its lasting legacy.
Improve your English skills while experiencing the excitement and culture of Washington, D.C. Our Intensive Language & Culture program combines classroom instruction, workshops, and cultural excursions into an immersive eight-week learning experience. Spend a semester in the heart of the city, living, learning, and engaging with classmates from more than 30 countries. Our faculty members will provide you with expert instruction on foundational elements of the English language, including grammar, conversation, reading, writing, and listening skills. By the end of the program, you'll have not only improved English language skills but also a deeper awareness of the diversity of American culture and the ability to communicate in culturally appropriate ways.
Intensive Language & Culture at a Glance
Ideal for: All proficiency levels (CEFR A2-B2)
Duration: 8 weeks per session, Monday–Thursday
Duration8 weeks per session, Monday–Thursday
Tuition: $5,204
Tuition$5,204
Program Start: August, October, January, March, May
Program StartAugust, October, January, March, May
Visa Support: Yes
Visa SupportYes
Test Required: Placement exam
Test RequiredPlacement exam
Program Features
- A CEA-accredited program
- Small class sizes
- Courses in integrated listening and speaking, communicative grammar, reading and writing
- Workshops in writing, pronunciation, grammar, and American culture
- Professors with expertise in linguistics and language instruction
- Field trips and activities throughout Washington, D.C.
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