Dates and Courses

Based on students’ study goal, the level of English and academic background, two tracks of study abroad programs can be selected: English Language Programs and credit bearing academic programs. English Language programs are offered by CELOP (Center for English Language & Orientation Programs), the English language center of Boston University.  Students are registered and managed by CELOP throughout the study abroad program.  Students will be awarded CELOP Study Certificate and Evaluation Form upon successful completion of programs.

Academic programs are offered by Metropolitan College of Boston University. Students with academic backgrounds on business, computer science or biotechnology can apply to study the related courses during the one-semester program at Metropolitan College. Visiting students will be able to register for courses and study with Boston University Metropolitan College degree-seeking students.  Upon successful completion of courses at Metropolitan College the student will obtain a Boston University official transcript and Boston University academic credits.

>> English Language Programs (CELOP)

Students who would like to improve their English level, understand American society and culture, and strengthen the sense of innovation through study with students from all over the world can choose to study at CELOP.  As Boston University’s English language center, CELOP was established in 1975 and now has over 40 years’ teaching experience.  This organization and its members are dedicated to promoting and upholding the highest professional standards to ensure that students receive the most advanced methods of intensive English instruction from trained, professional instructors.  CELOP is also fully accredited by The Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) and proudly upholds the high standards of this organization. CELOP offers every student: small classes, maximum learning potential, personalized attention and instructors who are Boston University faculty with years of experience. Students can improve their English level and communication skills through studying with students from all over the world in friendly small-size classes. While at CELOP, students will explore the country’s history and culture, as well as enjoy the cultural ambience of an  international metropolis.

Summer Session, 2019

Intensive English: July 3rd - August 16^th,2019/July 18th - August 16th, 2019
The Intensive 4-week program is offered in the winter. The program has 4 levels instruction: Elementary, Intermediate, High Intermediate and Advanced. The program consists of morning Core classes from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. The Core classes focus on improving skills in all four areas; listening, speaking, reading, and writing. There will be also Special Focus Class twice a week in the afternoon from 1:30pm to 4pm.

Fall Semester, 2019

12-week program is offered in Fall from September 19-December 13, 2019. The program is designed to help students develop the skills, fluency, and confidence they need to communicate effectively in English. Students will be able to improve overall abilities in both spoken and written English, as well as their understanding of U.S. culture. There are 20 academic hours per week and 8 levels of instruction, from Elementary to Advanced. The program offers four Core class concentrations: English for Academic Purposes, English for Science and Technology, English for International Business, and English Language and Culture, which enables students to focus an area of personal interest. New students are given an English Placement Exam to determine their English level. Students at the lower levels are placed in the English Language and Culture concentration. Students in the upper levels can choose a concentration. The program consists of morning Core classes and afternoon Elective classes. Core classes are integrated instruction in all four language skills: speaking, listening reading, and writing. Elective classes include Academic Writing, Introduction to American Culture, Business Communication and iBT TOEFL Preparation. All the courses allow students to customize a program based on their needs and goals.

Admission Requirements

1. Undergraduate and graduate students with good academic performance. Students are formally registered at USIEA’s partner universities;

2. Students should have basic English skills and rational study plan; Students also need to pass the interview of US International Education Association and academic review by CELOP, Boston University.