The Harvard Secondary School English Language Program is open to international students between the ages of 16 and 18 who have completed grade 11 or 12. It provides them with an opportunity to improve their English while learning about American society, politics, and culture, and to explore the new world of information technology. The Curriclum Students in the program take two courses. One is a course in academic English.
Students engage in formal and informal writing, discussions, and oral presentations.
The second course focuses on the use of personal computers and the Internet in academic work. It combines a broad overview of basic concepts and terminology with a hands-on introduction to computer hardware and software. Advising The directors of the Secondary School Program and the Institute for English Language Programs , along with an assistant dean of the Summer School, are available to help students with academic issues, including the expectations of American colleges and the procedures for applying to a variety of colleges and universities. Carefully chosen resident proctors, who are Harvard College undergraduates and graduates, serve as advisers and offer daily support and guidance. Other resources include Harvard's International Office, where a representative helps international students with immigration questions, social and cultural issues, financial matters, and personal concerns.