International students are invited to explore all of Temple’s summer programs. Temple University’s Center for American Language and Culture additionally offers International Students special programs during the summer months.

  • American Culture at Temple University (four weeks): Enroll in this exciting, four-week program to improve your English and learn about American culture. Choose from two exciting tracks: Language and Culture or Business English and Culture. Spend the mornings building your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. In the afternoons, take trips to explore historic and cultural sites in the Philadelphia area. This program is open to all students who have completed high school.

  • EducationUSA Academy at Temple University: Temple University and EducationUSA are proud to offer this fun-filled program to international high school students ages 15 to 17. Join high school students from around the world to learn about U.S. university life. Choose from four exciting tracks: University Academy, Art and Design Academy, Film Academy, and Music Academy. Benefit from this enriching college preparatory program that combines academics and excursions for three unforgettable weeks.

  • Super-intensive English program (four weeks): If you want to improve your English in an immersive environment and only have a short time to devote to language study, this super-intensive program is a great fit. Students will improve their English reading, writing, listening and speaking in stimulating and challenging courses. Choose from two exciting tracks: Language and Culture or Business English and Culture. This program is open to all students who have completed high school.

  • Graduate Academic English (four weeks): This four-week course is ideal for students planning to apply to or entering a master's or doctoral program in the United States. It will help you fine-tune your writing skills, receive intensive training on pronunciation, and bridge the gap between everyday and academic English. Students who have been accepted to a graduate program at Temple University are eligible for a 30% discount.

When not in class, students can take advantage of the historical and cultural sites of Philadelphia and its proximity to other great cities along the east coast. Visit the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Take a short trip to Times Square in New York City, see the monuments and museums of Washington, D.C., or the historical attractions of Boston—they are all just a short train ride away.

Join the Temple University community and explore everything the region has to offer!