UCLA-University of California Summer Camp
Description of UCLA-University of California Summer Camp
- Founded: in 1919
- Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Age of students: 13-17 years
- Type of accommodation: residence
- Dates: June 23 - August 11
- Type of program: mixed (joint)
- Language of instruction: English.
The summer camp of the University of California (UCLA) is held under the auspices of one of the best international schools ELC. The International Language School English Language Center (ELC) offers effective programs for studying English for foreigners since 1978. ELC is a guaranteed teaching of a foreign language at a high level with highly qualified teachers. Modern methods of teaching, fascinating courses and the excellent infrastructure of the camp will become the guarantee of an interesting journey for each student. The language school is held on the basis of one of the best universities in the United States - UCLA, which holds the leading positions in international educational ratings:
- 12th place in the world for academic ranking of world universities (ARWU)
- 23rd place in the Financial Times Global MBA ranking
- 37 place in the world rating of QS universities
- 2nd place among public universities in America in 2015
- 23rd place among national universities of the USA.
Traveling to Los Angeles as part of the ELC summer course will give students the opportunity to immerse themselves in the unique culture of the city and learn English at a high level. Los Angeles is one of America's most popular cities, known throughout the world as the "City of Angels": it attracts students from all over the world with its amazing atmosphere, where different traditions and cultures intertwine. Snow-white beaches, sunny weather, street movies and pictures familiar to students, the symbol of the city - the inscription HOLLYWOOD - and much more awaits students in the summer language courses in Los Angeles!
Of particular interest for students is the unique course for the summer vacations "Film Explorer", within which each student can feel himself a real director, visit world sights and get acquainted with the basics of motion picture art!
A wonderful trip to one of the world-famous cities of America, a lot of impressions and emotions are waiting for your child within the UCLA linguistic camp!
Programs and prices, tuition fees in UCLA-University of California Summer Camp
Classical Program
This course is suitable for students who want to improve basic English skills (reading, listening, grammar) and get acquainted with the unique culture of the USA in one of the most famous cities in America - Los Angeles. Students will be able to learn the traditions and features of the city on a variety of excursions, as well as participating in various cultural, sporting, sightseeing and leisure activities.
The cost of schooling for one person starts from $ 1915 per week.
University Preparation Program
The preparation course for entering an American college or university is ideal for teenagers who want to study in America. During the classes, students will prepare for the SAT and TOEFL international tests, as well as get acquainted with the educational requirements and the educational culture of the United States. In addition, as part of this program, foreign students will be able to visit local universities where they will take part in seminars and attend speeches by well-known professors.
Prices start at $ 1915 per week.
The program "Film Explorer"
Your child dreams of becoming a director, try himself as an actor or get acquainted with the process of creating a film? Then this course is ideal for him. He will be able to touch the legendary culture of Hollywood!
As part of the program, students will become acquainted with the US film industry and will participate in the creation of a real film, which will be uploaded to YouTube ELC. Also, children and teenagers will have the opportunity to visit a number of famous Hollywood attractions and seminars of famous directors. During the day classes, students will be able to master such skills as script writing, storyboarding, film shooting, editing, etc. This course is ideal for children from all over the world who dream of finding their place in the world of professional cinema!
Prices for education vary depending on the duration of the course - the minimum cost per week program is $ 1915.
Accommodation, meals, prices
Students of the summer language program from ELC are located on the campus of the University of California. Within the language camp, students live in modern rooms designed for three people. Meals are organized on the basis of a full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) on working days; on Saturday, meals are organized on a half-board basis, and on Sunday - only breakfast. Bed linen and towels are provided to each student at the front desk upon request. Each room has free wireless internet access.
Laundry services located in the residence, paid (about $ 1.5 per wash, $ 1.5 for machine drying).
Activities UCLA-University of California Summer Camp
For foreign students there is a large number of various sports, creative and entertainment events from Monday to Friday after classes. For example, students interested in sports have the opportunity to play basketball at special venues, enjoy a game of tennis on the court, swim in the pool, etc. The program of leisure activities includes such events as:
- Parties
- Disco
- Bowling
- Talent show
- "Capture the Flag"
- Shopping
- Night of the cinema
- "Moment of glory"
- Visiting beaches
- Walks, etc.
On weekends there is a huge number of interesting optional activities, during which students will be able to go on sightseeing trips, try themselves as a professional surfer under the supervision of experienced instructors, play laser tag and much more.
Within the summer school for students there is a visit to famous sights of California:
- California Art Museum Getty Museum
- Rodeo Drive
- Six Flags amusement park
- Universal Studios
- Hollywood Hills
- Disneyland
- Modern Art Museum
- The Grove Shopping Center
- California beaches and much more.
Please note that some leisure activities and excursions may incur an additional fee for participation or for an admission ticket.
Facilities and equipment at UCLA-University of California Summer Camp
The ELC Language Camp is located on the territory of the University of California on the amazing, exclusive west side of Los Angeles. The campus of the Institute is considered one of the safest in the US.
On the 419-acre territory of the UCLA campus are located:
- Beautiful buildings, stylized as Renaissance architecture
- Several computer laboratories, which also have free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor tennis courts
- Pool
- Sports grounds
- Book Shop
- Libraries
- A student recreation room where students can meet friends.
Students studying in the summer camp have access to the John Wood Center and Sunset Canyon Recreation Center, where they can find modern pools, basketball courts and gyms.
Admission dates and extra charges
UCLA Summer Camp operates from June 23 to August 11, the minimum duration of the shift is 1 week. The arrival of students takes place on Saturday.
The cost of the course per student is:
- 1 week - $ 1915
- 2 weeks - 3525 $
- 3 weeks - $ 5130
- 4 weeks - $ 6635
- Additional week is $ 1615.
The price of the course includes the following articles:
- Eduaction on the selected program
- Educational materials
- Accommodation and meals
- Extracurricular Activities
- Excursion trips.
Additional paid:
- Air ticket in both directions
- Transfer from / to the airport (for students arriving from 9 am to 9 pm) and all transport costs during daily activities and sightseeing trips - $ 130
- Health insurance (optional) - 35 $ per week
- Visa fees and services
- Translation and certification of documents
- Consular fee
- Pocket costs
- Additional extracurricular activities and excursions.
Extras:
- Transfer (one way) 190 USD
- Study materials 50 USD
- Flight tickets
- Visa fees
- Medical insurance
- Application fee 175 USD
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
For the summer program of study, students can enter with any level of language: before the beginning of the class, students take a language test that helps them choose the most suitable group for the student.
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Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
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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. |
