Fordham University Summer Camp, Summer Camp at Fordham University

• Location: New York, USA,
• Student age: from 11 to 17 years old,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of study: blended.

Fordham University New York Summer Camp — a summer camp with exciting short-term programs combining English language learning and a variety of thematic activities. The courses are designed for students from all over the world aged 11 to 17.

Seasonal programs take place on the Rose Hill campus of Fordham University, which annually ranks among the best universities in the country nationally and internationally. Here, students will find a vast educational area with dozens of specialized facilities, modern equipment and comfortable residences, qualified teaching staff including native English speakers with many years of experience teaching it as a foreign language. The courses provide students not only with effective language development but also with valuable international education experience, the opportunity to meet representatives of other nationalities and countries, and explore world-famous sights in the USA.

The programs offer flexibility in choosing the start date of training, its duration, and guarantee everything necessary for a comfortable stay in a new country: from individual attention from center staff and support even before arrival to a high level of security, comfortable accommodation and an eventful entertainment program.

Students can choose the most suitable learning format for themselves: with accommodation or without. Accommodation is arranged in a university residence, where furnished double and triple rooms with private bathrooms have been prepared for residents. The building has a free laundry room and there are recreation areas with fast WiFi.

All boarding students are provided with daily balanced meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner and a small evening snack are served buffet-style. The menu includes dishes from protein and grain products, fresh fruits and vegetables; if a student has special dietary needs, staff provide an alternative menu.

On excursion days, all students, including those attending the campus only during the day, receive prepaid meal cards or packed lunches.

A balanced schedule for students includes morning and afternoon classes, followed by participation in various on-campus and off-site events. Almost every day there are themed parties, days of nationalities and cultures, talent shows, sports games and other collective entertainment. Twice a week the program includes excursions during which students will visit:

• Bronx Zoo,
• Central Park in New York,
• Brooklyn Bridge,
• Coney Island amusement park,
• Statue of Liberty,
• A sports match at Yankees Stadium,
• The famous Empire State Building skyscraper,
• A walking tour of Times Square and the surrounding streets.

• Studying on the campus of a university ranked among the best in the USA and the world,
• A rich program of events,
• Small classes up to 16 people,
• Many services are included in the course cost.

Fordham University has several educational campuses, and summer programs are held on the Rose Hill campus in the Bronx, located near numerous attractions, cultural and entertainment venues of New York. Modern lecture halls with interactive equipment, specialized creative laboratories, open spaces and sports facilities are used for summer courses. University dormitories and a large dining hall are available to students.

Training on short-term courses is usually organized in June-July, the duration depends on the chosen program. The schedule includes morning and daytime classes, evening group activities on campus or full-day excursions held every 2-3 days.

The cost already includes expenses for accommodation and meals, curriculum and academic resources, all campus events and other services. Additionally, you need to pay for personal expenses, transfers from/to the airport, excursions, registration fees.

Applicants complete a detailed registration form and send their personal documents, after which employees will provide full information about the upcoming training, including exact dates and duration, as well as the number of excursions.

Acceptance of new students is limited due to the small size of study groups.

Each student upon completion of the course receives a personalized graduation certificate confirming their language level progress and academic training. During the program, students intensively improve their language skills and gain valuable educational experience, receive motivation to continue learning English and possible education abroad.

There are no special requirements for applicants to the summer courses — applicants only need a foreign passport, medical insurance, a visa or residence permit, and meet the age range of the chosen program.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision