Summer Immersion Program

As of March 16, 2020, all York University English Language Institute programs will be delivered 100% online. Our English Language Institute has launched and delivered many quality online programs over the years. This is not new to us, and there will be no interruptions or compromise in learning quality for those considering starting their studies with us. For any enquiries or questions about our programs please contact yueli@yorku.ca.

Spend three glorious weeks working on your English and enjoying a Canadian summer

The Summer Immersion Program gives you the opportunity to attend academic lectures, receive one-on-one instruction, and practice language skills on trips to some of the country’s most well-known landmarks – including the famous Niagara Falls.

Improve your English language skills while making lifelong friends from around the world

Over the course of up to a month, you will learn from qualified instructors and interact with student community leaders. The program will help you improve your ability to:

Initiate a discussion and engage in conversation
Express yourself more confidently and clearly
Conduct informal/formal individual and group presentations
Listen for general and specific information and in various contexts
Discuss experiences and ask questions about the experiences of others

Practice your English while exploring all that Toronto has to offer

Students have access to the computer labs, libraries, athletic facilities, and restaurants of the York Campus, while either living on campus or with a local family for a fully immersive Canadian experience.

During your program you will also experience Toronto the way locals do – spending a day exploring the waterfront, watching the Toronto Blue Jays play baseball, exploring Toronto’s ethnic neighbourhoods, seeing all of Toronto from the CN Tower, and getting up close to Niagara Falls.

Our Community Leaders, current York undergraduate students, lead many of the cultural events and will also introduce you to some of the 300+ clubs on campus. There’s always plenty to do at York!