English Language Programs
Planning ahead for 2009? Information about summer 2009 course offerings and registration will be available in January.
51 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 495-2693
iel@dcemail.harvard.edu
Studying English as a Second Language
Harvard’s Institute for English Language Programs (IEL) welcomes students from around the world who wish to improve their English skills. Courses will prepare you to continue advanced studies at American universities, to communicate with ease in professional situations, and to use English with confidence in all aspects of your life.
Each IEL class begins with a reading that presents the theme that classes will explore. In 2007, the theme was “Africa and the World.” Each class read the speech that former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan delivered on the 50th anniversary of Ghana’s independence, and this set the tone for the course of study throughout the summer.
Choose a Program
Harvard Summer School offers a range of programs for local and international students whose levels of experience with English vary.
Intensive Programs for International Students
These programs are for international students who wish to study English full time. Students attend class Monday through Friday and have the option to live on campus.
Learn more about intensive programs.
Evening Program for Local Students
For students who live in the Boston area, this program offers evening courses that meet on campus two times each week.
Learn more about the evening program.
Program for International High School Students
The Secondary School Program hosts this English language program for international high school students who are in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. Learn more about the English language program for high school students.