It is the responsibility of the student to seek out either private funding or enquire about aid from the university. During the summer it is also common that universities offer special non-degree courses. Internships Summer work placements, known as internships in the US, can help you get the work experience you need for your field. Many US students choose this option, as it does not conflict with studies during the academic year. Students considering internships should see Work Exchange Programmes with the US .
Many universities offer English courses designed for non-native speakers.
There are many types of programmes, varying from intensive courses for the beginner to business English for the advanced speaker. While ESL courses are taught during the academic year, they also have summer programmes, lasting anywhere from 2 weeks to 2 months. Please visit our English Language Courses web page for more information. A number of ESL course information bulletins are held in the EAS library. Indexes include English for special purpose programmes.