College and University Programs

Custom programs for colleges and universities:

These programs typically last 1-4 weeks and can include dormstay, homestay, or staying at a hotel. Programs usually fit one of four standard types:

Typical Custom Programs

English Language & American Culture Programs
- Morning English Communication and American Culture classes
- Afternoon cultural / fun activities
English Language & Focus Topic Programs
- Morning English Communication class
- Afternoon special "Focus" topic class with related excursions / activities
Focus Topic Programs
- All classes and activities are related to a single theme and may or may not include English language instruction as needed
Visits / Excursion only Programs
- No English classes, but rather topic specific lectures and site visits
- Cultural and fun visits to explore Portland

Potential Focus Topics (We are always happy to consider new topics as well!):

*Please click on the Program type links to view a sample calendar

American Business / Entrepreneurship
Engineering & English
Wine & Food in the Pacific Northwest
UN SDG Goals (Current offerings include mixed topics from: SDG #1: No Poverty, SDG #2, Zero Hunger, SDG #11: Sustainable Cities & Communities, SDG #12 Responsible Consumption & Production., etc.)
Nursing or other Medical Terminology
Service Learning & Volunteering

Planning a custom program checklist:

We ask for at least 6 months notice to develop a new program in order to provide your group with an excellent experience.
We require a 15 student minimum for new programs. Programs with less than 15 participants are cost prohibitive for partners as well as our office.
Please let us know which type of program and focus areas you are interested in.
Preferred dates or times of year and any special request for accommodation type.

PROGRAM INQUIRY FORM

If you would like to request more information about custom programs, please fill out this Program Inquiry form.

Example Activities

Medical Programs

Visit U.S. medical schools and their simulation labs!

In our medical programs you can learn about how U.S. medical schools train their students, including through realistic practice such as their simulation lab where students can practice techniques.

English & Wine Program

English and Wine students learn how to taste and explain wines

In our English and Wine focused programs, participants learn about various types of wines as well as how to professionally taste and describe them. Oregon is famous for Pinot Noir and other wines!

Business and Entrepreneurship Programs

Visit local companies such as Intel or ADX (Arts Design Exchange)

In our programs that focus on Entrepreneurship and Business we take students to visit and learn from all types of companies, from large corporations to small non-profits or local entrepreneurs.

Kyoto Sangyo University students at Intel

Sustainability and Service-Learning / Volunteering Programs

Student volunteers after a shift at PSU's Learning Garden

We want all of our programs to include a focus on sustainability as something PSU and Portland are known for. The university motto is "Let Knowledge Serve the City" so we always try to volunteer too!

Students after volunteer shift PSU garden

Medical Programs

Students learning about the Ronald McDonald House non-profit

Our medical programs focus on differences between the U.S. and home countries in providing care. Students visit speciality providers such as Children's Hospitals or non-profits for inspiration.