Summer in America

YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY

Summer in America

Come and experience American culture in Ohio!

 

QUICK FACTS

  • Youngstown State University is a public research university located in northeast Ohio between Cleveland, Ohio and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, offering its 12,500 student body over 150 undergraduate and graduate programs.
  • YSU enjoys a strong tradition of close faculty-student interaction, rigorous academics, and unique creative and research opportunities facilitated by YSU’s seven colleges.
  • YSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Its 145-acre campus is vibrant, one of the nation’s most attractive and among Ohio’s safest, with a wealth of activities students can enjoy – student organizations, fitness and recreational facilities, intercollegiate athletic teams, intramural sports and appearances by world-renowned artists and researchers.

SUMMER IN AMERICA

The SIA program is designed for students who want to be immersed in American culture while learning English.

 

WHERE:

Youngstown State University

Youngstown, Ohio

 

DATES:

Three-Week Program: July 11- July 31, 2020
Optional Program: July 31- August 3, 2020
Deadline to apply: May 1, 2020

 

ROOM AND BOARD:

Youngstown State University dormitories and student dining.

 

Why YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY is for YOU!

  • It is located in the state of Ohio, which is an important part of the heartland of America.
  • Youngstown has the second largest metropolitan park in the nation and is close to world famous attractions.
  • SIA program classes are taught by individuals qualified to help students learn English and discover American culture.
  • Youngstown State University, founded in 1908, has one of the safest campuses in Ohio and a long history of excellence.
  • SIA offers an incredible value among summer culture programs in the USA.

 

CLASSES

  • Listening and Speaking
  • American Culture Class and Assigned Project

 

ACTIVITIES

Students will gain valuable cultural experience outside

the classroom through various activities. They Include:

  • Niagara Falls Trip
  • Pittsburgh City Tour
  • Major League Baseball Game
  • Museum Tours
  • Shopping and Outlet Mall Trips
  • Cultural and Arts Festivals
  • Trip to a County Fair

 

Optional Program

July 31-August 3, 2020

Day 1: Depart Youngstown, Arrive in Washington D.C. Evening tour of the city

Day 2: Sightseeing in Washington, D.C., The White House, George Washington Monument, Abraham Lincoln Memorial, The Pentagon, Smithsonian Institute, U.S. Capitol, Depart for New York City late afternoon; Visit Times Square in the evening

Day 3: New York City Tour: See sights such as the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Central Park, Ground Zero, Macy’s Herald Square, Staten Island Ferry and more

Day 4: Depart from Newark International Airport (EWK)

TUITION and COST

Please check with your home institution or designated agent.

If you are not coming from any of our partner universities or designated agents, please email Miss Kelsey T. Jones at ktjones02@ysu.edu for Tuition and Cost information.

The three weeks program includes conversational English daily.

TUITiON AND COST COVER:

  • Tuition
  • Placement Tests
  • Books
  • Accommodations
  • Dormitory Linens & Pillows
  • Airport Pickup
  • Activity Fees
  • Most Meals

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Airfare
  • Health Insurance
  • Incidentals

 

CONTACT:

For program details and how to apply information, please contact Miss Kelsey T. Jones at ktjones02@ysu.edu.

 

Youngstown State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age, religion or veteran/military status in its programs or activities. Please visit www.ysu.edu/ada-accessibility for contact information for persons designated to handle questions about this policy.