SHORT-TERM PROGRAM FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS!
Jump into American life for 4 weeks of intercultural immersion!
American Culture and Communication for university students from around the world combines rich cultural programming, fun activities with UD students, community engagement, a social homestay experience, and English language instruction to support your many cross-cultural interactions.
American Culture and Communication includes one excursion to a major city (additional excursions can be arranged for a fee), allowing students to visit important cultural and historical sites on the East Coast of the U.S.
This program qualifies for ESTA visa waiver and is not eligible for F-1 visa study.
THE CENTER OF THE ACTION
Our location is perfect for a short-term stay in the USA!
The City of Newark is located near major cities, accessible by car and train:
- 2 hours from New York
- 45 minutes from Philadelphia
- 2 hours from Washington, D.C.
Requirements
There is no minimum level of English skill required to apply for American Culture and Communication. Participants with “beginner” or “low-intermediate” levels of English will be enrolled in our General English courses.
Activities
The ELI is proud to offer a variety of exciting activities.
INSTRUCTIONAL QUALITY
The ELI faculty are experts in their field. All instructors have at least a master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) or in Applied Linguistics, have published textbooks and served as teacher trainers for colleagues from around the world.
Accommodations
Program participants will live with American hosts through our homestay program or live in The Innternationale.
Program dates and duration
Summer 2024
| Dates | Duration |
| July 8 – August 02, 2024 | 4 weeks* |
* Organizations requiring a program of a different length are invited to contact ELI administration directly.
Price
2024-2025
| Duration | Price |
| 4 weeks | US $2,709 |
What is included in the price?
| English test |
English test includes online placement test prior to arrival. Skill areas assessed: Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing, and Grammar. |
| English courses | Students attend two English courses every day from 8:30 a.m. until approximately 12:45 p.m. |
| Certificate | Students in good academic standing will receive a certificate that verifies that they have completed the classes. They will also receive a transcript (grade report) showing the grades earned in each skill area (Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing, Grammar). |
| University student ID card | Provides students with access to the University’s facilities, including the gym, pool, library, computer labs, etc. |
| Health insurance | The ELI’s medical insurance helps to pay for a part of students’ healthcare and medical expenses. |
| Transportation | Free University shuttle bus. |
| University health clinic | Free consultation, treatment, and prescriptions provided by medical doctors and nurses. |
| Excursions | Past excursions have included: New York City, Washington D.C., Philadelphia or Baltimore, and Rehoboth Beach. |
| Activities | Afternoon and evening activities include hikes, picnics, tournaments, concerts and sports games. |
| Airport transfer | Airport pick-up and drop-off. |
What is not included in the price?
| U.S. Visa | Citizens of countries that participate in the US Visa Waiver Program will pay an ESTA application fee (approximately US $21). |
| Airfare | Students are required to pay for their plane ticket to travel to/from Philadelphia. |
| Spending money | Remember, Delaware has no sales tax on most purchases. |
| Textbooks | Aproximately $200. |
| Housing |
1. Homestay Housing (includes breakfast/dinner and transportation to and from campus): $1,494. 2. Innternationale dorm (no meals): $840 (subject to availability). |
| Hotel accommodation | Upon arrival and departure (for late/early flights). |
| Covid testing | Covid testing for immigration purposes. |
Apply
Applying for American Culture and Communication is easy!
Simply follow these instructions:
- Complete our online application
- Send a copy of your passport to ud-eli@udel.edu
Contact us for more information
If you have questions about the program or the application, please contact ud-eli@udel.edu.
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