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English Experience Camp

Short-Term Programs to learn English and culture!

The English Experience Camp is an intensive cultural and academic program for international students. We have existing partnerships with high schools (<18),  universities (18+), and training programs for teachers. Spend your school break improving your English, experiencing U.S. campus life, and exploring American culture in an immersive environment. The English Experience Camp does it all!

Upcoming Program Dates


January 29 – February 14, 2026 

KGHS and International Camp

 

February 11 – March 6, 2026

Kobe University

 

Dates Coming Soon: July 2026

Apply Today!

 

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Program Highlights

Students combine intensive English instruction with cultural immersion and pre-college preparation. Each day includes English classes, activities on- and off-campus, and selected weekend excursions to sites of interest.

Academic English Classes

Experience Campus Life and Sporting Events

Pre-college Prep & Advising

Field Trips and Cultural Events


Dining & Accommodation

  • Dining: Meals at UTK Dining Halls and off-campus providers (menu info).
  • Housing: On-campus dorms (off-campus housing if dorms are unavailable).

Application Details

  • Eligibility: Students with B1-level English or higher.
  • Visa: Guidance provided by our UTK ISSS office.
  • Transportation: Airport pickup from TYS (Knoxville).
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Program Partners

We collaborate with international partners who support students throughout their experience.

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Argentina Program
Lead: Rodrigo Martinez
Muroran, Japan Program Logo

Muroran, Japan
Lead: Jack Brodowski

Contact

Questions? Email us at eli@utk.edu. If you are interested in partnering with us, please contact us using this form: https://eli.utk.edu/partner-with-us/