our program

The ECU Academic English and Research Skills Program is a 15-week full-semester program that gives you:

• Valuable classroom instruction on academic English.
• Opportunities to audit graduate or undergraduate courses in your discipline.
• Work on laboratory or field research supervised by ECU faculty.

The experience

Immerse yourself in the English language by interacting with a diverse international student population. Learn in small classes with considerable individual attention from instructors.

your stay

Greenville is a safe, friendly community where you will feel welcomed. Learn about American culture by interacting with ECU faculty or staying with host families.

our location

ECU is close to both the Research Triangle region, a thriving technology hub, and some of the most beautiful beaches in the US. Washington DC is also nearby and offers a great weekend getaway.

things to do

ECU offers a wide range of campus-based activities, including indoor and outdoor recreation, theatre and performing arts, and numerous spectator sports.

the classroom and laboratory

Interact with ECU professors and students in classroom, laboratory and field settings. Learn modern research methods and work with cutting edge technology.

the course work

English language instruction in the areas of grammar, reading, speaking and listening.

• 225 contact hours with ECU instructors
• Equivalent to 15 US credit hours

Matched with US professor who will provide:

• 10 hours per week of research related activities
• various disciplines are available

the cost

Program price: $5,900

• tuition and campus fees
• books
• health insurance
• laboratory fees
• campus and local activities

Living expenses: $6,000

• accomodations
• meals
• transportation