Georgetown University Summer Camp
Description of Georgetown University Summer Camp
- Location: Washington, DC, USA
- Age of students: 14-17 years
- Type of accommodation: residence (full board)
- Type of studying: mixed
- Language of instruction: English.
Georgetown University Summer Camp ​​is one of the best offers in the US for those who want to quickly and efficiently learn English in a friendly atmosphere by getting acquainted with students from all over the world. Georgetown University Summer Camp ​​closely follows the national balance of students in their courses, and also forms very small groups for classes (7-10 people): this allows qualified teachers to give each student maximum personal attention and care, to practice an individual approach. Particular attention is paid to the development of spoken language, oral English, increased fluency of speech and vocabulary expansion: this helps students to communicate freely with native speakers in any life situation.
The capital of the United States, Washington, located in the District of Columbia, is known throughout the world: it is here that the White House (the residence of the President of the United States), an inconceivable number of historical and cultural monuments, attractions, institutions for recreation and entertainment. In Washington, there are embassies of more than 100 foreign countries, numerous government agencies, the Organization of American States, the US Senate and Congress, the International Monetary Fund, and the headquarters of the World Bank. The University of Georgetown is considered to be one of the oldest in the country (it was founded in 1789) and bears the deserved title of one of the best, most privileged and prestigious universities: its graduates are many politicians, government members, diplomats and monarchs from various states of the world.
What is the camper-to-staff ratio, and how are behavioral issues managed?
We maintain a low camper-to-staff ratio to ensure personalized attention and supervision. Our staff members are trained to handle behavioral issues with patience, understanding, and appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Georgetown University Summer Camp
Summer English Course
- Age of students: 14-17 years
- Duration: 2-4 weeks.
Universal combined course is an excellent opportunity to learn English fun and with pleasure, in the company of new friends from all over the world!
A classic summer course in English is aimed at improving all key, basic language skills:
- Grammar
- Reading
- Auditing (listening comprehension)
- Vocabulary
- Written speech
- Oral speech (spoken English)
- Phonetics (correct pronunciation, accent correction)
- Improvement of communication skills.
Upon arrival (before the beginning of the classes), all students pass the distribution testing - a written + oral test - which divides them into groups according to the initial level of knowledge: this makes learning more efficient, quick and comfortable. In total, the program provides 4 levels of difficulty: from the very beginners to the "advanced" students, so for any student there is a suitable course.
The intensity of the studying is 20 lessons per week: students learn English from 9:00 to 12:30 (lunch break from 10:40 to 11:00). There are also special classes on culture and history of the USA - cultural workshops: they are held on Tuesday and Thursday from 13:30 to 15:00. During the thematic additional lessons, the students not only learn a lot of new and interesting things, but they will also be able to practice their knowledge and skills, to develop spoken language (oral English), and expand their vocabulary. Groups are formed small: usually 7-8 people, a maximum of 10: this gives the teachers the opportunity to practice an individual approach, to give each student a sufficient amount of personal attention and time.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Students of the summer camp live in apartment residences on the south of the university campus: they are offered comfortable double rooms (apartments include 2 rooms each). For an additional fee, you can use the wireless high-speed Internet and laundry facilities. Board meals are organized every day, including days of trips and excursions. The entire territory is guarded around the clock, alongside the students there are always qualified educators and teachers, who guarantee their safety and comfort.
Activities Georgetown University Summer Camp
Every day for the students of the summer camp interesting leisure activities, sports and creative electives and games are organized:
- Badminton
- Talent show
- Swimming
- Watching movies
- Academic visits to the campuses of the best American universities
- Basketball
- Table tennis
- Bowling
- Cricket
- Football
- Surfing
- Discos
- Barbecue and picnics, outdoor recreation.
The excursion program offered to students is diversified and rich: at least one trip for the whole day (usually on Wednesdays) is waiting for them every week:
- Capitol and White House
- Mount vernon
- Baltimore
- International Museum of Espionage
- National Zoo
- Philadelphia
- National Museum of Aviation and Cosmonautics
- Six Flags amusement park
- John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
- National Art Gallery
- King's Dominion Amusement Park
- Walk on the National Moll with a visit to the monument to George Washington and the Lincoln Memorial.
Students who come to the camp in mid-July can also take advantage of the offer and book a two-day trip to New York for the weekend.
Facilities and equipment at Georgetown University Summer Camp
Georgetown University was founded in 1789: today it is one of the most prestigious and developed universities not only in the United States, but all over the world. It is located in Washington, DC, and occupies more than 100 acres on the Potomac River: it is a very beautiful, spacious and well-groomed area, the buildings on which successfully combine the best traditions of modernism and Gothic architecture. You can get to the center of lively Washington in just a few minutes: students in their free time can enjoy walks in the streets where presidents Kennedy and Jefferson once walked, shopped, inspected local sights, monuments of art and architecture.
Admission dates and extra charges
Cost includes:
- 20 lessons per week + 2 Cultural Workshops
- Accomodation
- 24 hour supervision
- Full Activities Program
- WiFi
- Full Room and Board
- Course Certificate and Final Report
Additional fees:
- Registration fee
- Refundable security deposit
- Transfer
Extras:
- Study materials
- Visa fees
- Flight tickets
- Medical insurance
- Deposit for a course/programme 150 USD
- Registration fee (for a programme/course)
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Georgetown University Summer Camp
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
