In the Intensive Academic English program, you'll attend academic programming between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. during the weekdays, which will include lectures, hands-on activities, group discussions, and workshops. In addition to classroom instruction, you'll complete assignments individually at home, study and complete projects with classmates, and participate in field trips and experiences throughout the Washington, D.C., community. Each week, you'll have opportunities to participate in program and cultural activities, where you can apply the skills you are learning in class, meet students in other programs, and practice your English in comfortable social settings.
Sample Schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00a.m.-11:20a.m. | Reading/ Writing/ Research | Reading/ Writing/ Research | Reading/ Writing/ Research | Reading/ Writing/ Research | No Classes |
| 11:20a.m.-1:00p.m. | Independent Study, Office Hours, Workshops, Lunch | ||||
| 1:00p.m.-3:20p.m. | Elective* | Advanced Communication Skills | Elective* | Advanced Communication Skills | No Classes |
| After classes | Independent Study and Social Activities | No Classes | |||
*Sample Elective Courses
- Advanced Grammar
- Media Literacy
- U.S. Government & Politics
- U.S. Culture & Viewpoints