FLS Harvard STEM Summer Camp

• Location: Boston, USA,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of studying: mixed.

The English Language Center in Boston is an international language center offering a range of exciting and rich programs in various fields, many of which stipulate daily English lessons. The courses are attended by students aged 12 and over who want to get an unforgettable summer vacation experience and spend time usefully.

The studying center provides them with the necessary conditions for learning English from any level, as well as for developing the skills they are interested in, whether it's esports, university preparation, or leadership skills.

Each program includes a variety of additional services that diversify students' leisure time and increase the comfort of their stay in the United States: several types of accommodation, an extensive range of extracurricular activities and excursions, comprehensive support from qualified teachers, and much more. Special attention is paid to personal communication with each pupil — teachers are focused on ensuring that everyone achieves their goals and enjoys spending time at the summer camp.

Sian Thomas

International Student Recruitment Specialist at Inspired Education Group

What is the camper-to-staff ratio, and how do you ensure adequate supervision and support?

We maintain a low camper-to-staff ratio to ensure personalized attention and supervision. Our trained staff members are available 24/7 to support campers and oversee activities.

The seasonal programs of the academic center offer three studying formats: full-time, with accommodation in a host family or accommodation in a residence. The placement service will be an advantage for students, as it will allow them to immerse themselves in the learning environment and study English, participate in more events, and quickly establish strong friendships with program participants.

The option of staying with host families is available to students of the Boston Vacation, Independent Vacation English and E-Sport Academy courses. Local residents have been cooperating with the academic center for many years, regularly undergo attestations and provide excellent conditions for students: single or double bedrooms, access to all common areas, balanced two meals a day, comprehensive support from English-speaking family members.

Accommodation in the residence is an opportunity to regularly practice conversational skills, get vivid emotions and make friends with other program participants. Students live in comfortable dormitories and are provided with balanced and varied meals — 19 meals per week. The center's staff is around the clock in the residential building, surrounding the students with care and monitoring their comfort and safety.

Each course stipulates a wide range of leisure activities, from group games and quizzes in the evenings to themed excursions, shopping, and visits to entertainment centers.  Some of the offered activities are:

• Guided tours of Harvard University,
• MIT,
• North End and Little Italy,
• Shopping,
• Museum of Fine Arts,
• Revere Beach,
• A weekend in New York,
• Charles River Kayaking,
• Castle Island,
• Boston Innovation Center Tour,
• Outlets on the Assembly Square.

• There are several programs in different fields that provide excellent conditions for studying and developing key skills.,
• Many services are already included in the course price,
• An extensive range of extracurricular activities, including guided tours of the program's attractions and thematic sites.

Language classes are conducted in the central part of Boston, allowing students to be closer to a variety of cultural and historical attractions, shops and restaurants. Lessons in some programs are organized on the campuses of leading universities in the region: Harvard University, Lesley University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and others.

The programs are conducted in June and August.: some have a fixed duration of two weeks, others have a flexible duration, from one to several weeks. A balanced schedule allows students to combine learning English and acquiring key skills in accordance with the subject of the program. It is important to note that not all courses are focused on improving the language level.

The program price already includes all educational resources, the chosen format of accommodation with meals, a full range of excursions and activities.

Additional expenses include:

• Registration fee,
• Administrative fees: technologies and services, accommodation, airport transfer, participation in Independent Vacation and others,
• Some excursions not included in the curriculum,
• Medical insurance,
• Personal expenses.

Extras:

• Registration fee (for a programme/course) 150 USD
• Medical insurance 49 USD
• Extra night 75 USD
• Transfer (one way) 130 USD

Acceptance of new students takes place subject to availability on the chosen course. Candidates complete a registration form, pay the entrance fee and receive an official admission letter, after which they can start training on the scheduled date.

Each of the programs consists of thematic sessions and events, thanks to which students acquire specialized skills and deepen their knowledge in an area of interest. Upon completion of the course, graduates are awarded a certificate confirming their academic training.

Courses have different entry criteria based on age and English language proficiency. Foreign applicants also need to have a passport, medical insurance, tourist visa or residence permit in order to study in the United States.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision