Why you are here (in the United States or at the school you chose)?
I chose to study at CELOP because I want to enroll at Boston University. Studying at CELOP will facilitate this process, because I will be taking graduate classes with native English speakers. CELOP has a very comprehensive program that will prepare me to take high-level academic courses.

How have your perceptions changed about the United States and/or going to school in the United States?
When I first came to Boston, I planned to take one semester of English only. But now I have decided to take the summer semester as well because I have improved my skills so much and I don’t want to lose this opportunity to improve my English. I think that CELOP is one of the best places in the world to study English. I have encouraged my own sister to study here, because I feel confident that she will continue to improve her skills.

Favorite activities?
I especially love the Thursday sit-com club and the Friday movies.At the beginning of the meeting, we learn new vocabulary. We also eat food and play games related to what we watched. They also give you the transcript so that you can follow what the actors are saying.

What are the faculty and staff like at your school?
The teachers and staff have been excellent. I have noticed that each part of the CELOP team has an area of specialization and that all together they are very skilled at handling a range of different challenges you might have living in a foreign country. CELOP staff and faculty members are dedicated to helping us feel comfortable in the real world as well as in academic classes. When I deal with CELOP faculty and staff members it feels like I am talking with my friends. I don’t hesitate to ask for anything.

What is the class atmosphere like at your school?
I think that CELOP effectively places students at the correct level. The teachers are good at identifying students’ strengths and weaknesses and they help us to improve our weak points. The CELOP faculty members give balanced written and oral feedback, which helps students to become aware of their English ability and enables us to become independent learners. Teachers are skilled at facilitating the participation and progress of all students, regardless of their skill levels. In addition, faculty members choose effective texts and use them in creative ways.