Programme Start
28 Jun 2026
In-person Programme
Summer Program at UC Berkeley
by Converse International School of Languages (CISL)
The UC Berkeley campus program is for international students ages 10–17 and offers one-to-six-week English study with on-campus accommodation (meals included), organised afternoon activities, and one full-day excursion per week.
Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
In-person Programme
Summer Program at UC Berkeley
by Converse International School of Languages (CISL)
The UC Berkeley campus program is for international students ages 10–17 and offers one-to-six-week English study with on-campus accommodation (meals included), organised afternoon activities, and one full-day excursion per week.
Last verified: 18 Feb 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial
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Key facts
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Ages 10–17
Age range / Year group
Ages 10–17
Location / Region
Berkeley
Cost
From £175 (2 Weeks Package Price (Residential; includes on-campus accommodation and three meals daily, afternoon activities Monday–Friday, full-day excursion each week, tuition, materials & admin) | Airport Transfer Fee (SFO ↔ UC Berkeley))
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In person
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Accommodation: Dorm residence (campus accommodations with traditional style dorms)
Meals: Full room & board; meals included
Outcomes: ["Improve language skills through a project-driven English program", "Improve critical thinking skills", "Improve communicative and leadership abilities through debates, presentations, research, and teamwork", "Expand cultural horizons"]
TL;DR
The UC Berkeley campus program is for international students ages 10–17 and offers one-to-six-week English study with on-campus accommodation (meals included), organised afternoon activities, and one full-day excursion per week. Students study on the UC Berkeley campus and can also attend as commuter (day) students.
What is Summer Program at UC Berkeley?
The UC Berkeley campus program is for international students ages 10–17 and offers one-to-six-week English study with on-campus accommodation (meals included), organised afternoon activities, and one full-day excursion per week. Students study on the UC Berkeley campus and can also attend as commuter (day) students.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
From £175 (2 Weeks Package Price (Residential; includes on-campus accommodation and three meals daily, afternoon activities Monday–Friday, full-day excursion each week, tuition, materials & admin) | Airport Transfer Fee (SFO ↔ UC Berkeley)); includes 2 Weeks Package Price (Residential; includes on-campus accommodation and three meals daily, afternoon activities Monday–Friday, full-day excursion each week, tuition, materials & admin): 3555 | Airport Transfer Fee (SFO ↔ UC Berkeley): 175.
Accommodation
Dorm residence (campus accommodations with traditional style dorms)
Meals
Full room & board; meals included
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; Berkeley.
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Compare with similar programmesWhat you actually do
Project-driven English learning with debates, presentations, research, and teamwork; weekday afternoon activities exploring UC Berkeley and the area; weekly full-day excursions in the San Francisco Bay Area (examples include Six Flags, Santa Cruz, Silicon Valley).
Step-by-step process
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Classes and accommodation in Berkeley with views of the San Francisco Bay
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Quick subway ride to San Francisco
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Visit Silicon Valley
- 4
One full-day excursion per week
- 5
20 lessons per week (45-minute lessons)
- 6
Average class size 14
Key dates and deadlines
Reference date
Programme End
11 Jul 2026
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Programme Start | 28 Jun 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Programme End | 11 Jul 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Eligibility and requirements
Ages 10–17
For 2-week specialized courses: B1+ English level required
Cost, funding, and what's included
Entry cost
From £175 (2 Weeks Package Price (Residential; includes on-campus accommodation and three meals daily, afternoon activities Monday–Friday, full-day excursion each week, tuition, materials & admin) | Airport Transfer Fee (SFO ↔ UC Berkeley))
What's included
2 Weeks Package Price (Residential; includes on-campus accommodation and three meals daily, afternoon activities Monday–Friday, full-day excursion each week, tuition, materials & admin): 3555 | Airport Transfer Fee (SFO ↔ UC Berkeley): 175
How to apply
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Submit the Junior Application Form.
Curriculum / what you'll study
The programme covers the following focus areas.
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Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
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