For more than one hundred years, Sem's full year academic program has nurtured international students. And since 1991, Summer at Sem has become world renown for its unique English as a Second Language Program, teaching language and American culture. Indeed, the Summer at Sem's tradition of internationalization makes PAI especially appealing to musicians and dancers from around the world. All took advantage of long-standing resources and thrived in Sem's friendly and diverse community. Accommodations and Supervision More than 150 students from around the world reside in Summer at Sem dormitories.
Most students live in double rooms, although a few quads are created for short terms.
Each dormitory provides spacious lounges for relaxation and television viewing. Overseeing boarding student housing and activities are the director and assistant director of residential life. In all cases, however, they are selected because they are sure to provide responsible counsel and good influence to those in their care. Meals Teachers and students eat all meals in the school's dining facility. Allowances To have access to spending money, parents may establish an allowance account in the Summer Programs Office.