After a quarter in the Downtown Program, students feel more comfortable and confident speaking English. This program is popular among students who do not require academic English skills, but need to use English in their jobs and everyday life. Students will also increase their awareness of American culture. A typical course includes language skills development and exploration of a topic with guest speakers, field trips, movies, reading and discussion. The UW Downtown Intensive English Program meets for five hours per day, Monday through Thursday.
Students use computers, video cameras and tape players.
If space is available, students can stay in UW dormitories while attending the Downtown Program and have access to most UW facilities. Students in the Downtown Program can transfer to the University Campus Program for the following quarter, provided that they make their request by the end of week three of the current quarter. Students receive certificates of participation upon completing each term.