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Pitzer College Summer Camp
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Pitzer College Summer Camp
Summer English Course
- Age — from 11 to 17 years old,
- Duration of study — two, three or four weeks.
The summer English course will be a great opportunity not only to improve language skills, but also to visit iconic places in California, see world-famous attractions, gain international educational experience, spend your vacation with pleasure and benefit.
The curriculum includes 40 English lessons, five full-day and one half-day excursions, and almost daily entertainment activities on campus. In class, students focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking skills — teachers use various interactive methods, encouraging students to communicate more and work on collaborative projects, developing conversational speech and expanding vocabulary.
Extracurricular activities reinforce the knowledge gained in the classroom and allow you to study the culture, customs and history of the USA. The course provides an opportunity to spend three days in Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon, which will diversify students' leisure time and add them unique emotions from their stay in the country.
During the learning process, pupils regularly take small tests to track progress, which is reflected in the graduation certificate at the end.
Description of Pitzer College Summer Camp
- Location: Claremont, California, USA,
- Student age: from 11 to 17 years old,
- Language of instruction: English,
- Type of education: blended.
Pitzer College Summer Camp (Los Angeles & Las Vegas) — a seasonal language center offering an English program for students aged 11-17 with any level of proficiency.
Studies are conducted in the state of California, on the campus of the private institution Pitzer College: it boasts excellent facilities used for study, sports, creativity and various events. The summer course includes accommodation in a comfortable residence, numerous entertainment events on the educational grounds and several excursions during which students can see iconic attractions in the region. In addition to all the benefits of the program, there is a mini-tour with a three-day stay in Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon.
This program will be an excellent opportunity not only to improve your English language skills, but also to gain valuable international education experience, visit world-famous places in America, and have fun and enjoyable holidays.
Accommodation, meals, prices
The comfortable Pitzer College residence hall accommodates students in adjoining double rooms with full furnishings and one bathroom for every four residents. Accommodation is provided on a "full board" basis, which includes two American breakfasts daily and a meal card.
Activities Pitzer College Summer Camp
The leisure plan of the summer course offers students a variety of on-campus and off-site events — each event is aimed at practicing conversational English skills, expanding vocabulary, gaining new knowledge and positive emotions.
Various thematic activities are organized on the educational grounds during the day and evening: games based on popular works, sports training, creative and culinary workshops, talent shows, movie screenings, etc. Some days are set aside for excursions: both walking tours and those using private buses, public transport. During their stay in the summer camp, students will be able to visit:
- Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood and Highland, Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory,
- The Getty Center, Santa Monica Beach and Pier,
- California Science Museum,
- L.A. Live and the LA Lakers arena,
- Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, Los Angeles Farmers Market and The Grove,
- California beach, sunset barbecue,
- San Diego: La Jolla and the famous Seal Beach, Embarcadero and Seaport Village, Old Town, State Historic Park,
- Claremont Village.
During the program or closer to its completion, three days and two nights can be spent in Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon: students are accommodated in a hotel, participate in an excursion along the Strip with a visit to the Bellagio fountain, Venetian station, Grand Canal, south rim of the Grand Canyon.
Advantages
- Flexibility in choosing the start date and duration of study,
- The curriculum is tailored to any level of English proficiency,
- Many services are already included in the program cost.
Facilities and equipment at Pitzer College Summer Camp
Pitzer College, located on the campus where the summer course takes place, is situated in the center of Claremont, California. The educational grounds include a residence hall, spacious classrooms, a dining hall, landscaped areas for walking and sports activities, and an outdoor swimming pool.
Admission dates and extra charges
The program runs from the end of June to the end of July, offering a choice of start date and study duration — students can stay at the summer camp for 2-4 weeks. The weekly schedule consists of morning English lessons, daytime and evening activities, and excursions.
The cost covers accommodation and meals, learning materials, excursions and campus events. Additional expenses will be required for administrative deposits and fees, medical insurance, flights, and personal expenses.
Enrolment process
Applicants need to fill out the registration form, provide documents and take an online test to determine their current language level. Based on the testing results, students are assigned to groups and begin studying according to an adapted curriculum.
Perspectives
Upon completion of the course, each student receives a graduation certificate indicating their language level progress: confirming the completed training and highlighting student achievements, the certificate motivates them to further study English and confidently use the skills they have acquired.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
To study at the summer camp, foreign applicants need a passport, visa or US residence permit, and health insurance. The course is designed for students aged 11-17 with any level of language proficiency.
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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. |
