ELC Junior Programs brochure

Los Angeles | Boston | Santa Barbara
Junior Programs Brochure
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Summer Junior Programs......................04
UCLA........................................................06
UCSB........................................................07
Wheelock College.....................................08
MIT...........................................................09
Activities Programs................................10
Classic Programs......................................11
Explorer Programs tm..................................12
Adventure Programs tm...........................15
Winter Junior Programs.........................16
Los Angeles, Boston & Santa Barbara........18
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Follow your dreams with ELC’s
Junior Programs...
Your adventure starts here!
ELC Junior Programs offer young learners the opportunity to learn English in four spectacular U.S. cities
while building life-long friendships with their peers from around the world and discovering valuable
life lessons. A combination of courses, activities and excursions creates the perfect balance of learning and fun.
Our Junior Programs are designed to provide exceptional support, supervision and excitement, ensuring our
students’ experiences are educationally, socially and culturally enriching.
Junior Programs
include:
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Course (20 lessons per week)
Accommodation (room and board)
Activities and excursions
Text and materials
Careful supervision by ELC staff
Round-trip airport transfer
Summer Junior Program
campus locations:
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UCLA - Los Angeles
UCSB - Santa Barbara
Wheelock College - Boston
MIT - Cambridge
Winter Junior Program
locations:
 Los Angeles
Boston
 Santa Barbara
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Summer Junior Program
ELC offers residential Junior Programs for students between the ages
of 14-17 as well as 11-13 (at UCSB and Wheelock College). The Summer
Junior Program give students the opportunity to study and live on a
famous American university or college campus. ELC offers the Summer
Junior Program at four unique and prestigious campuses located in the
heart of each city. These locations are UCLA (Los Angeles), UCSB (Santa
Barbara), Wheelock College (Boston) and MIT (Cambridge).
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Summer Junior Program details
 2-week minimum, begin any Monday
 Semi-Intensive English Program –
20 lessons per week (50 minutes/lesson)
 Full-board residence accommodation
(18 meals per week)
 Optional evening and Saturday activities/excursions
 Local transportation and airport transfer
 All texts and materials
 Daily afternoon and evening activities (Monday-Friday)
 Certificate of completion
 Maximum class size: 15
 Full-day excursion each Sunday
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Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
7:00 - 8.30
BREAKFAST
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
BREAKFAST
9:00 - 10:40
Class: Grammar Structure and Usage
10:40 - 11:00
BREAK
11:00 - 12:40
Class: Conversation, Listening, Vocabulary, and Pronunciation
12:40 - 1:30
LUNCH BREAK
2:00 - 5:00
Afternoon Activities
12:00 - 5:00
Saturday
Activities
5:00 - 7:00
DINNER BREAK
DINNER
7:00 - 10:00
Evening Activities
Evening Activities
10:00
Return to residence hall
RETURN
8:00 - 12:00
Brunch
Full-day
Excursion
RETURN
Dates: June 28 - August 09
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S U MM E R J U N I O R P R O G R A M I N F O R M A T I O N
Los Angeles, CA
City
Wheelock College
MIT
Santa Barbara, CA
Boston, MA
Cambridge, MA
June 28 - August 9, 2014 (Saturday to Saturday, minimum 2-week enrollment)
Dates
Ages
UCSB
UCLA
Campus
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14 - 17 years old
11 - 13 and 14 - 17 years old
11 - 13 and 14 - 17 years old
14 - 17 years old
Semi-Intensive English Program (20 lessons/16.67 hours per week) - Monday-Friday: 9:00am-12:40pm
Course
University residence, 18 meals per week (full-board Monday - Friday, half-board Saturday, breakfast only Sunday)
Residence & Meals
Dorm
Hedrick Hall & Dykstra Hall
Santa Catalina dorm
Riverway, CCSR & Pilgrim dorms
MIT dormitory
Doubles & triples
Doubles
Doubles & triples
Doubles, triples & quads
Occupancy
Afternoon and/or evening activities Monday-Friday, full-day excursions each Sunday
• Optional activities offered each Saturday
Activities
All campuses offer a Classic Program, which consists primarily of culture and sports activities
Classic Programs
All campuses offer a University Explorer Program, which includes SAT/TOEFL lessons and university campus tours
Explorer Programs
Film Explorer
Adventure Week
July 19 - July 26
Sports Explorer
Science and Technology
Explorer
New England Adventure
(closed groups only)
New England Adventure
(closed groups only)
Outdoor Explorer*
California Cruiser
Included in the transportation fee, valid for Saturday arrivals and departures between 9am - 9pm
Airport transfer
*Surf lessons can be added to the Outdoor Explorer for a supplemental fee.
Explanation of Courses
Number of levels: up to 12
English level evaluation with multi-level placement: Placement testing
includes a grammar section, a writing section, and an interview with the
Director of Courses. The three separate components of the test allow us to
make accurate placements for each of the students’ classes. Grammar Structure and Usage
 Teaches students the rules of grammar usage through communicative teaching methods.  Gives students the opportunity to practice using grammar in both speaking and writing. Conversation, Listening, Vocabulary and Pronunciation
 Gives students practice speaking in English and listening to and understanding English spoken by native speakers.  Provides students with feedback and special exercises to help improve pronunciation. E
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UCLA Los Angeles
Live and study on the fabulous campus of a world famous university.
C A M P U S
F A C T
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UCLA
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World famous university located on the exclusive west side of Los Angeles
Facilities
June 29
Multiple computer labs on campus with free Wi-Fi
Access to UCLA’s John Wooden Center and Sunset Canyon Recreation Center – featuring: pools, basketball courts, and gymnasiums
July 06
July 13
Explorer Program
JULY 20
Film Explorer
L.A. is the entertainment capital
of the world - so what better
place for future filmmakers
to explore the creative and
technical process of producing
a film.
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great and my teacher was perfect. UCLA was fantastic, it was the biggest most
beautiful college I have ever seen. I want to come back to UCLA and live this
amazing experience again.”
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Italy
Brazil
Lebanon
Poland
Saudi Arabia
Slovenia
Switzerland
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UCSB Santa Barbara
A spectacular location that gives students access to outdoor activities and
is within walking distance to the beach.
C A M P U S
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Spectacular, sun-drenched
university campus located a short walk from the beach
Facilities
June 29
Free Wi-Fi and use of recreation room with TV,
ping pong, and foosball
Outdoor tennis courts, basketball court, pool, field space, and sand volleyball court
Walking distance to beautiful beaches
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Outdoor Explorer*
July 13
Kayak along the beautiful beaches
past the friendly sea lions, and hike
and bike the majestic mountains
of Santa Barbara. These exciting
activities will give students the
opportunity to experience the
colorful culture of Santa Barbara.
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“The past four weeks here at UCSB have
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the amazing international friends I’ve
made here. It has been one of the best
experiences of my life.”
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Wheelock College Boston
The opportunity to live and study in the heart of historic Boston.
C A M P U S
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Wheelock
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Weekend
Excursions
Traditional college campus located a short walk from the oldest and most famous ballpark in America – Fenway Park
Facilities
June 29
Spacious student lounge with TV, and DVD
Use of Pilgrim Student Center which includes a foosball table, piano, media equipment, and computer stations
July 06
Access to Wheelock College library, bookstore, and computer terminals with free Wi-Fi
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JuLY 20
Sports Explorer
Boston is known as the sports city
of the U.S. with the best sports
teams, historic athletic facilities and
most enthusiastic fans. Students
will improve their athletic skills, tour
the oldest ballpark in America, and
cheer on the home team.
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best things here is the Wheelock campus
and dormitory. I love all things, the city and
activities are different and interesting.”
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Venezuela
Belgium
Canada
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MIT Cambridge
Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to study and live in world-renowned
Cambridge MA, home to the world’s top colleges and universities.
C A M P U S
F A C T
F I L E
Impressive university campus located on the beautiful banks of the Charles River MIT
Weekend
Excursions
2mi/3.2km from downtown Boston
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Boston is where the biotech and computer revolutions
began, making ELC’s junior program located on the MIT
campus the perfect environment to learn about the ever-evolving world of science and technology.
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of happiness, memories and especially
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Austria
Canada
Croatia
Switzerland
Taiwan
Turkey
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Activities Programs
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 All activities programs are included in the price of the Summer Junior Program.
 UCSB students can add surf lessons to their activities programs for a supplemental fee.
Students who choose to participate in surfing will have two surf lessons per week.  Classic Activities Program and Explorer Activities Programs take place during weekday
afternoon activities, from 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Activities Programs
Campus
Classic
All Campuses
University Explorer
All Campuses
Film Explorer
UCLA
OUTDOOR EXPLORER
UCSB
Sports Explorer
Wheelock College
Science and Technology Explorer
MIT
Choose from three Activity Program options
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UCLA
UCSB
Wheelock College
MIT
Classic
Classic
Classic
Classic
University
Explorer
University
Explorer
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University
Explorer
University
Explorer
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Classic Program
ALL CAMPUSES
In the Classic Program, students will enjoy the diversity that each city offers through
participating in a variety of cultural and sports activities.
Sample Activities at UCLA
The Getty Museum
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Rodeo Drive
LACMA
Sports at the park
The Grove & the Farmers’ Market
UCLA pool party
Third Street Promenade shopping
Volleyball
Sunset Canyon
Sample Activities at UCSB
State Street shopping
Ty Warner Sea Center
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
Santa Barbara Zoo
Sports at Sands Beach
East Beach
Swimming
Red Tile Walking Tour
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
The REEF (aquarium)
Sample Activities at Wheelock College
Newbury Street
Sports on the Boston Common
Georges Island
Bunker Hill
Freedom Trail
Museum of Fine Arts
Harvard Square
USS Constitution
Revere Beach
Sample Activities at MIT
Sports on the banks of the Charles River
Newbury Street
Georges Island
Bunker Hill
Tour of Harvard
MIT Museum
Freedom Trail Tour
Sample Evening activities (all campuses)
Baseball game
Sports
Dance party
Scavenger hunt
Bowling
Shopping
Talent show
Movie night
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University Explorer Program
ALL CAMPUSES
University Explorers will take SAT or TOEFL preparation classes, attend university tours and
info sessions in their local area, and work on essay writing and study skills.
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University tours
6 SAT/TOEFL lessons per week
Intro to the university application process
Writing skills workshop
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Film Explorer Program
UCLA
Do you think you have the creativity to be a Hollywood legend? Right in the heart of the
World’s entertainment industry, Film Explorers will get a chance to study the art of film,
visit a selection of famous Hollywood and entertainment landmarks, and also be given the
opportunity to collaborate on a film project.
Film workshops
Storyboarding
Shot and production
Studio tour
Outdoor Explorer Program
UCSB
Santa Barbara is world-famous for its natural beauty, incredible beaches, and majestic
mountains. Outdoor Explorers will take advantage of opportunities to hike, kayak,
swim, and immerse themselves in the vibrant, lush, and pristine Santa Barbara outdoors.
*Note: Surf lessons can be added to the Outdoor Explorer Program for a supplemental fee.
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Sports Explorer Program
WHEELOCK COLLEGE
Summer is meant for sports and Boston is home to some of the world’s best sports teams:
Celtics, Red Sox, Patriots, Bruins, and Revolution. Take advantage of world-class sports
facilities and spend your summer playing a variety of sports with students from a variety
of different countries. Explore the stadiums and fields where some of the world’s greatest
athletes play sports.
Sports Museum
Fenway Park tour
Soccer tournament
Football
Science and Technology Explorer Program
MIT
Make the most out of your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend the summer at MIT.
Science and Technology Explorers will get hands-on experience with the most recent and
cutting-edge advances in scientific and technological research and development. Explorers
will visit on-campus and off-campus laboratories and offices.
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Museum of Science
Model rocket launch
Computer programming
Waterworks Museum
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Adventure ProgramsTM
ELC offers an optional week of exploration and excursions in both Los Angeles (UCLA) and Boston (Wheelock College/MIT). In lieu of
classes and regular afternoon activities students can spend the week
going to a different exciting destination each day.
N E W E N G L A N D A D V E NT U R E TM
C A L I F O R N I A C R U I S E R TM
(Offered to closed groups only)
Cruise the coast, soak up the sun and partake in
the fame of California
Explore beautiful New England and all the rich
history and culture it has to offer
Beach Party in Santa Barbara
Wrentham Outlets (Massachusetts)
San Diego Zoo
Island of Martha’s Vineyard (Massachusetts)
Disneyland California Adventure Park
Zipline Canopy Tour (New Hampshire)
Newport Beach & shopping
Old Orchard Beach (Maine)
Zipline Tour at Big Bear Mountain
Water Country Water Park (New Hampshire)
Warner Brothers Studio & movie set tours
Kayaking & shopping in Portsmouth
(New Hampshire)
Minimum 2-week junior program enrollment pre or post Adventure week required for participation in the Adventure Programs.
Dates: July 19 - July 26
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Winter Junior Program
Junior students also have the opportunity to study at ELC Los Angeles,
ELC Boston and ELC Santa Barbara during the month of January. The
Winter Junior Program is offered to students between the ages of 1417. The program gives young learners the opportunity to study at ELC
and live with an American host family while engaging in social and
cultural activities and excursions with their peers, teachers and staff.
Winter Junior Program details
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 Daily afternoon and evening activities (Monday-Friday)
 2-week minimum, begin any Monday
 Semi-Intensive English Program – 20 lessons per week (50 minutes/lesson)
 Local transportation and airport transfer
 Half-board homestay accommodation (breakfast and dinner)
 All texts and materials
 Certificate of completion
 Double occupancy (two students per family)
 Maximum class size: 15
 Full-day excursion each Sunday
Residential accommodation options are available to winter junior groups. Please contact ELC for details.
S A M P L E D A I LY S C H E D U L E
Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
7:00 - 8.30
BREAKFAST
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
BREAKFAST
9:00 - 10:40
Class: Grammar Structure and Usage
10:40 - 11:00
BREAK
11:00 - 12:40
Class: Conversation, Listening, Vocabulary, and Pronunciation
12:40 - 1:30
LUNCH BREAK
2:00 - 5:00
Afternoon Activities
5:00 - 6:00
RETURN TO HOST FAMILY
6:00 - 7:00
Dinner With Host Family
7:00 - 10:00
FREE TIME AT HOMESTAY
FREE TIME
WITH HOST
FAMILY
Full-day
Excursion
Dates: January 4 - February 1
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W I NT E R J U N I O R P R O G R A M I N F O R M A T I O N
Los Angeles
Santa Barbara
January 4 - February 1, 2014 (Saturday to Saturday minimum 2-week enrollment)
Dates
Ages
Boston
14 - 17 years old
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Semi-Intensive English Program (20 lessons per week, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:40pm)
Course
Homestay accommodation – double room, half-board (14 meals per week)
Accommodation
Afternoon and/or evening activities Monday-Friday, full-day excursions each Sunday
Activities
Included in the transportation fee, valid for Saturday arrivals and departures between 9am - 9pm
Airport transfer
Transportation
to school
Group transfer by ELC staff
Group transfer by ELC staff
Group transfer by ELC staff
Explanation of Courses
Number of levels: up to 12
English level evaluation with multi-level placement: Placement
testing includes a grammar section, a writing section, and an
interview with the Director of Courses. The three separate
components of the test allow us to make accurate placements for
each of the students’ classes. Grammar Structure and Usage
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Teaches students the rules of grammar usage through communicative teaching methods. Gives students the opportunity to practice using grammar in both speaking and writing. Conversation, Listening, Vocabulary and Pronunciation
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Gives students practice speaking in English and listening to and understanding English spoken by native speakers. Provides students with feedback and special exercises to help improve pronunciation.
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Winter Junior
Program Locations
At ELC, we believe that diversity enriches our students’ lives. Therefore,
ELC offers students three top city center locations - Los Angeles, Boston
and Santa Barbara. Our locations are rich with beauty and culture and
offer a wide variety of activities. In Los Angeles students soak up the
sun and sand of the beautiful beaches, in Boston students immerse
themselves in history and culture and in Santa Barbara students enjoy
endless outdoor activities.
Explore, Learn, Cultivate...
LOS ANGELES
BOSTON
S A NT A B A R B A R A
Experience the energy of Los Angeles
Experience the vitality of Boston
Experience the liveliness of Santa Barbara
Sunny, warm weather
Mountains with skiing nearby
Mediterranean climate
Sandy beaches and ocean
Best shopping
Outdoor winter activities – ice skating, sledding, snow tubing
Outdoor sports
Historic museums
Famous museums
Beautiful beaches and majestic mountains
Outdoor activities – surfing, hiking, swimming
Historic landmarks and museums
Shopping malls
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S A M P L E A c t ivi t ies
ELC Los Angeles
ELC Boston
ELC Santa Barbara
Sample afternoon activities
Sample afternoon activities
Sample afternoon activities
 Hollywood Walk of Fame
 The Grove & the Farmers’ Market
Santa Monica Beach & Pier
Shopping at Third Street Promenade
Table tennis tournament
Venice Beach
Pizza & a movie
Bowling
 The North End for hot cocoa & pastry
Ice-skating
 Museum of Fine Arts
 Winter wonderland dance
 Indoor rock climbing
 Laser Quest
 Shopping at the Prudential Mall
 Museum of Science – Omni Theater
 Ty Warner Sea Center
Sports
 State Street shopping
 Santa Barbara Zoo
Beach
 Historical Museum
 Nature hike
 Beach volleyball
Sample weekend excursions
Sample weekend excursions
Sample weekend excursions
Disneyland
 Universal Studios
 Hiking & picnic at  Snow Tubing
 Wrentham Outlets
Skiing/Snowboarding
 CoCo Keys Water Resort
Disneyland
 Universal Studios
 Los Angeles
 Channel Islands -
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 Santa Barbara/
Camarillo Outlets
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