Georgetown University - English Camp for Higher Education in Washington DC

Course Description: Georgetown University - English Camp for Higher Education in Washington DC

The Georgetown Campus Summer Program offers a comprehensive and immersive academic experience, designed to help students improve their language proficiency, critical thinking skills, and cultural awareness. The program features one to six-week English language courses or specialized two-week courses in Business or Academic English. In addition to coursework, students engage in daily afternoon activities, weekly full-day excursions, and enjoy comfortable room and board accommodations.

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Center Highlights

✔ Students live and study at a prestigious university situated in the historic Georgetown area of Washington, D.C.

✔ Beautiful 100-acre campus with world-class academic and recreational facilities.

✔ Safe and secure accommodations with full access to university athletic facilities.

✔ Easy access to the city center via public transportation.

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Accommodations

✔ Students stay in dormitory-style housing at Georgetown University with shared rooms and scenic campus views.

✔ Air-conditioned rooms for maximum comfort.

✔ Full board included (all meals provided).

✔ Free Wi-Fi access throughout the campus.

✔ Laundry facilities available (extra fee payable).

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English Courses

✔ Classes held at Georgetown University in a stimulating academic environment.

✔ Small class sizes, averaging 14 students per class, ensuring personalized instruction.

✔ 20 lessons per week, taught by experienced educators.

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Specialized Course: English for Higher Education (2-week course, B1+ English level required)

This course is designed to prepare university-bound students with essential academic language skills.

✔ Course Structure:

1️⃣ Text Structure – Learn how to organize essays and academic papers effectively.

2️⃣ Ethics Behind Their Own Work – Understand plagiarism, citations, and responsible research practices.

3️⃣ Technology Applied to Public Speaking – Enhance presentation skills using modern tools and techniques.

✔ Each section concludes with an essay or presentation.

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Activities & Excursions

✔ New York City trip for students attending during the second week of July.

✔ One full-day excursion per week, plus optional Sunday activities.

✔ 4 to 5 half-day off-campus activities per week to explore Washington, D.C.

✔ Sample excursions include:

• Six Flags amusement park

• Washington, D.C. Monument Tour

• New York City exploration

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Sample Daily Routine

Week 1

• Sunday: Arrival Day & Optional Activities, Campus and Georgetown Town Tour, Welcome Activity

• Monday: Morning: Academic Orientation/Classes | Afternoon: Visit to the United States Capitol | Evening: Game Night

• Tuesday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: National Mall & Lincoln Memorial | Evening: International Night

• Wednesday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: International Spy Museum | Evening: Air & Space Museum

• Thursday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Monument Night Tour | Evening: Movie Night

• Friday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: On-campus Activity (Sports & Recreation) | Evening: Dinner Out in Georgetown

• Saturday: Full-day Excursion to New York City | Evening: Talent Show

Week 2

• Sunday: Arrival Day & Optional Activities, Bike Tour of Washington, D.C., Welcome Activity

• Monday: Morning: Academic Orientation/Classes | Afternoon: Scavenger Hunt | Evening: Disco Night

• Tuesday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Monument Night Tour | Evening: International Night

• Wednesday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: On-campus Activity (Sports & Recreation) | Evening: Air & Space Museum

• Thursday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Movie Night | Evening: Monument Night Tour

• Friday: Morning: Classes | Afternoon: Dinner Out in Georgetown | Evening: Movie Night

• Saturday: Full-day Excursion to Six Flags | Evening: Talent Show

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Additional Services

✔ Airport Transfers:

• Dulles International Airport – $200 each way.

• Reagan National Airport – $200 each way.

• Transfer costs can be split among students traveling together.