The English Language Learners affords young men and women ages 14 to 20 an opportunity to improve their English and to study in the United States. It is an English as a Second Language (ESL) Program which prepares non-native speakers to succeed at Valley Forge Military Academy. This is offered both during the school year, and as a summer program.
Valley Forge has a long tradition of international students on our campus from many nations including China, Korea, Kuwait, Indonesia and Mexico. This year we have students from over 15 nations in residence for the academic program. While designed for students wishing to matriculate into our institution, the institute is open to all. For further information, please contact the Admissions Office at admissions@vfmac.edu or by calling (610) 989-1300.
Summer Program
Valley Forge Military Academy offers the English Language Learners (ELL) program to international students in coordination with the Language Center at Saint Joseph's University.
ELL Summer Program
- The program is a six (6) week intenstive course including classes in structure/speaking practice, conversation, reading, writing, multi-media lab, and elective subjects like sports news, English through song lyrics, speech/debate, listening/not talking, and pre-TOEFL reading.
- The ESL program is divided into 12 levels. Each student will test their reading, writing, grammar and conversation skills on the first day, and will be assigned to the level most appropriate for their skills. Certificates will be awarded upon the student's completion of the session, and passing their level exam.
- Physical Training (PT) is part of the ELL summer program. Monday-Thursday, from 5-6PM (1700-1800 hours), alternating with circuit training and running every other day. The purpose of PT allows students to become accustom to the style and level of fitness that is expected at Valley Forge Military Academy.
- Weekend activities include field trips to New York, Washington D.C., amusement parks, Philadelphia attractions, museums, a music festival, and a professional baseball game.
Summer Program Schedule
The program runs from July 19 through August 26, 2010
Weekday Schedule
7:00AM: Breakfast
8:30AM - 12:30PM: Classes at Saint Joseph's University
12:30-1:30PM: Lunch
1:30-3:30PM: Classes at Saint Joseph's University
4-5:00PM: Free time
5-6:00PM: Physical Training
6-7:00PM: Dinner and entertainment
7:30-9:30PM: Supervised Study Hall
10:30PM: Bed time
Travel
Arrival: Students must arrive at Valley Forge no later than July 16, 2010
Six-Week Program Cost: $8,500
Tuition includes room and board, health insurance, books, activities, weekend activities and trips
Questions? Please contact the Admissions Office at 610-989-1300.