Language & Culture Programs
Customized Short-Term English Programs
Are you looking for a short-term study abroad experience in the U.S.?
Do you want to improve your English language skills and learn about American culture?
The Intensive English Program offers customized short-term language and culture programs. Participants will attend English classes, social activities, and cultural field trips. In addition, participants will stay on campus in the university dormitories and can enjoy all the campus amenities.
This is a non-credit recreational English program.
Application Process
- Complete the Short-Term Program Application (Fillable PDF)
- Pay the full program deposit (instructions will be provided)
- Submit a copy of your passport to i-admit@pittstate.edu
On-Campus Housing:
- Complete the housing information online
Airport Pick-up reservation:
- Complete the airport shuttle reservation form
Apply for U.S. visa:
- Participants may join the program on a B-2 (tourist) visa.
*This is a non-credit, non-academic, recreational English and cultural program.
*No application fee! No TOEFL required!
Short-Term Program Requirements
- To be eligible, participants must be at least 18 years old or have graduated high school before the start of this program. If the participant is under the age of 18, participant must have a parent or adult guardian accompany the participant.
- Participants must have at least a low-intermediate (basic) knowledge of the English language.
- Proof of health insurance is required.
- Seats for this program are limited. Early registration is recommended.
What's Included?
The Language and Culture Short-Term English Programs are held on the beautiful and safe campus of Pittsburg State University. The goal is to enhance your learning of English as a second language in a total immersion of both language and culture.
The fun and friendly staff make this a great opportunity to improve your English language skills, experience American culture, and make friends from all over the world!
Here are samples of some typical items that are included (depending on the program):
- Up to 17 hours of English classes per week
- Workshops on various topics (Technology, Business, Science/STEM, Music, Teaching/ESOL, Leadership, etc.)
- English conversation activities
- A meal in an American family home
- Off-campus cultural field trips and activities
- Excursions (Silver Dollar City amusement park, Kansas City Royals baseball game, etc.)
- On-campus housing (dormitory)
- Weekday meals
- Health Insurance
- Books
- Access to the Student Recreation Center (gym, exercise equipment, swimming pool)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
We can develop a customized short-term program for groups of students or professionals. Please contact us with the proposed number of participants, the proposed dates, the proposed budget, and any special focus or emphasis (such as Technology, Business, Science/STEM, Music, Teaching/ESOL, and Leadership). Contact us for a proposal: iep@pittstate.edu.
The Language and Culture Short-Term English Program is not an Intensive English Program and cannot be used for admission into an academic program.
Option 1
June or July: 3-week Language & Culture Session
- Dates: TBD
- Cost: $2,700 (Group discounts are available)
- Includes: English classes, books, on-campus housing, breakfast and lunch, health insurance and cultural activities.
- Must have a minimum of 10 participants.
Contact iep@pittstate.edu for details.
Option 2
4-week or 8-week Session
- Dates: January, March, June, July, August, October
- Cost: IEP Tuition is prorated by the number of weeks
- We will allow students to study part-time for 4 or 8 weeks in the Intermediate Level of the Intensive English Program. Students will need to have a basic to intermediate knowledge of English.
Contact iep@pittstate.edu for details.
Option 3
Customized Language & Culture Program
- We can develop a customized short-term program for groups of students or professionals.
- Please contact us with the proposed number of participants, the proposed dates and duration, the proposed budget, and any special focus or emphasis (such as Technology, Business, Science/STEM, Music, Teaching/ESOL, and Leadership).
- Must have a minimum of 10 participants.
Contact us for a proposal: iep@pittstate.edu.
Dates & Cost
Program Fee Deposit:
- Registration is not complete until the full deposit is paid and must be paid by the registration deadline. Payment can be made by check (bank draft) by mail or by wire transfer (the participant is responsible for paying any processing fees for the wire transfer). The deposit will be refunded if the participant is denied a visa (written proof required).
Cancellation Fee:
- There is a $200 cancellation fee.
Once the registration form is received, PSU will issue an invoice to the participant for the program fee deposit.
Once the deposit is received, PSU will issue the invitation letter for the applicant to apply for the B-2 visitor visa.
Sample Schedule
We can develop a customized short-term program for groups of students or professionals. Please contact us with the proposed number of participants, the proposed dates, the proposed budget, and any special focus or emphasis (such as Technology, Business, Science/STEM, Music, Teaching/ESOL, and Leadership).