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Office of International Education

The Summer Institute at Emporia State

An Enriching Experience in the U.S.

Expand Your Possibilities during the summer

Join us for one of the following academic experiences:

  • University Classes – take classes for credit
    • English Immersion programs also available
  • 3-week themed Programs – participate in shorter programs focused on the topics of business, coding and biology.

All summer programs include fun activities and optional excursions to local destinations.

Domestic Students

If you are from the U.S., visit the domestic Summer Institute Pages.

SUMMER 2023 DATES:

July 1, 2023 - August 10, 2023

STAY FOR THE FULL 6-WEEK PROGRAM OR DO A 3-WEEK program

  • 6-week program: July 1-August 10
  • 3-week program: July 1 - July 22

Live on campus and experience a summer to remember

English Immersion

Take English classes and immerse yourself in the English language with fun activities and excursions

3-week Themed Programs

Participate in a program focused on a topic like science, mathematics, business leadership, music, or coding.

6-week programs

Earn university credit during an exciting experience in the U.S.

Student in Biochemistry class

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Summer Institute in photos

  • Summer Institute students pose for a photo inside a classroom on Emporia State's campus

    Classroom learning

    During ESU's Summer Institute, you'll have the opportunity to learn inside the classroom.

  • Summer Institute students pose for photo in front of a yellow school bus before heading out on a field trip

    Outside the classroom

    During the Summer Institute, you'll also learn outside the classroom, going on field trips and traveling to activities.

  • Summer Institute Students pose for a photo in Emporia State's dining hall, the Hornets Nest

    Dining in

    During ESU's Summer Institute, you'll have access to the Hornets Nest, ESU's main dining hall.

  • Summer Institute students post for a group photo

    Get to know your peers

    You'll get to know your peers from around the world during ESU's Summer Institute.

  • Summer Institute Students pose for photo in the Kansas Flint Hills

    See the Flint Hills

    You'll be able to see the beautiful Flint Hills of Kansas during your visit to ESU.

  • Summer Institute students pose for photo with disc golf discs

    Learn Disc Golf

    The city of Emporia, where ESU is located, is home to several disc golf courses. You'll be able to learn how to play the game during your time at the Summer Institute.