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ISSOS, Summer School at Yale University, Connecticut (Paused for 2026):
Based on the campus of prestigious Yale University in New Haven CT, New England, ISSOS summer school program offers U.S. and international students (ages 13-18) the unique opportunity to combine learning, creative enrichment and action-packed adventure in northeastern USA. Our 3-week, all-inclusive, residential academic summer camps offer the choice to study one academic subject (ESL English language, Business and Entrepreneurship, Debate, Creative Writing, or Pre-IB preparation) combined with one elective subject (Film, Outdoor Leadership, Photography, Tennis, Theatre). We also offer UK academic summer camps in the world-famous St. Andrews and Cambridge universities.

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About ISSOS:

Photo of Summer Camps in New England / Connecticut• ISSOS was founded to provide a well balanced, supervised summer program to international students and expose them to the UK and USA as a place to travel and study.

• ISSOS prides itself on offering students a safe summer experience while at the same time providing them the freedom to grow.


Why Study at ISSOS Yale?

  Experience the Summer of a Lifetime
We offer our students the opportunity of a summer adventure of a lifetime where the focus is on personal safety and wellbeing, quality individual instruction and a unique international experience.

  Designed for International Students
Our high quality academic summer programs are designed to cater specifically for the needs of international students. We attract students from over 80 nationalities.

•  Prestigious University Setting
Founded in 1701, famed for its gothic-style campus set on 265 acres, Yale University has been deemed the most beautiful university campus in the United States, and has hosted some of the world's most public figures with an impressive list of Alumni.

  Follow in the Footsteps of the High Profile Alumni
Students who attend ISSOS at Yale University will be following in the footsteps of many famous graduates including: Bill Clinton, Hilary Clinton, Meryl Streep, Oliver Stone, Claire Danes and Jodie Foster to name but a few.

Helping Young People to Grow & Develop:

Image of Summer Camps in New England / Connecticut• What sets ISSOS apart from any other summer program is that it was set up with one goal "to help young people" - help them grow and develop and help them find their passion.

• At ISSOS, we assist all our students to find out what they are passionate about and we encourage them to follow that passion.


3-week Residential Summer School Programs:
• For local and international students ages 13-18 
• Students study one academic subject and one elective subject

Academic Programs:
• ESL English Language
• Business and Entrepreneurship
• Debate
• Creative Writing
• Study Skills to prepare for final years of high school and entrance to university / college.

Elective Programs:
• Film
• Outdoor Leadership
• Photography
• Tennis
• Theatre

Accommodation:
Students stay in a centrally-located, traditional Yale University College so that students can enjoy the stunning architecture and setting, as well as a number of lawns where they can relax outdoors in the sunshine, read a book or play sports with their new friends.

Student Reviews / Testimonials:

Photos of ISSOS, Summer School at Yale University, Connecticut (Paused for 2026)•  "ISSOS is a great program because there is so much variety at the school. ISSOS has totally changed the way I see the world. I have different opinions on topics because of the experiences I have had at ISSOS.

I feel that as long as I put myself out there when I am at ISSOS, I can do whatever I want and they are just going to help me to achieve things.

Kelly, USA

• "ISSOS was the first summer school that I attended. I was so nervous before I got there but once I was there I didn’t want to leave! I made so many friends from all over the world and I still talk to them daily. The teachers and counselors are so nice and helpful. It really is an experience of a lifetime."
Yasmeen

Parent Testimonial:
•  "Our son can’t think of a better place to go, a first-rate summer enrichment program, and he applied again immediately after his return. ISSOS brings a truly international mix of students together, in an exceptional and very rewarding way, to maximum benefit of all students."
Dagmar, Parent, Germany

Accommodation in Yale:

Picture of Summer Camps in New England / Connecticut• ISSOS at Yale University is located within the campus, students will enjoy the stunning architecture as well as a number of lawns where they can relax, read a book or play sports with their new friends.

• The locations of our summer schools are safe, stimulating and full of charm, offering our students the summer adventure of a lifetime where the focus is on personal safety and wellbeing, quality individual instruction and a unique international experience within an exceptional environment.

Disclaimer: The use of Yale University's name in this website is strictly for the purpose of identifying the location at which ISSOS is delivering the educational summer programs. ISSOS has no affiliation with Yale University and Yale University is not involved in or responsible for the quality, suitability, delivery or other aspects of ISSOS programs in any way.

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Address: Yale University Campus, New Haven, Connecticut 06520, USA
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ID Tech Camps, Connecticut
Courses / Programs
iD Tech Camps offers immersive technology summer camp programs for kids and teens in over 80 prestigious universities in the USA, including Wesleyan University in Middletown CT, University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport CT, and Yale University in New Haven CT. Weeklong day camps and overnight camps are available for kids & teens ages 7-17. Additionally, iD Tech Academies (including the iD Programming and iD Film Academies) provide 2-week long overnight programs for teens ages 13-18. 

Choose from a wide variety of exciting course topics - Game Design, Web Design, Coding, Programming Modding, and Robotics among others. Discover how your technical talents and scientific passions can lead to a future career. These comprehensive week-long sessions include personalized technology instruction and a variety of fun summer camp activities.

With 8 students maximum per instructor, iD Tech Camps customizes the curriculum around each individual participant. Students build STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in the tech labs, eat in the university dining hall, explore campus, and make new friends.

“An absolutely unforgettable experience I will NEVER forget. Great instructors, camp director and technology…I deem iD Tech Camps the best camp EVER!”
- Tristan P., Student, Wesleyan University
Summer Tech Camps for Kids & Teens Ages 7-18:

iD Tech Camp:
- Week-long Day camps for ages 7-17
- Week-long Overnight camps for ages 10-17

iD Programming Academy:
- 2-week, pre-college programs for ages 13-18

iD Film Academy:
- 2-week, pre-college programs for ages 13-18

Accredited Continuing Education Units are available from all iD Academy locations
New Hampton School-Accelerated English Language Program
Courses / Programs
New Hampton School (NHS) is an independent, college preparatory school for boarding and day students in grades 9-12, as well as to post-graduate year students. We are offering an Accelerated English Language Program (AELP) in the summer in New Hampton in Belknap County in the state of New Hampshire (30 miles north of Concord, NH & 90 miles north of Boston). The Accelerated English Language program is an all-inclusive American English language & culture immersion for high school-age students.

Through AELP, high school aged students are prepared to comprehend and speak American English through classes and summer activities. Students go beyond learning, enjoying the beauty of summer in New England. Choose a program from 2-6 weeks based on your schedule. This all-American experience for international high school students balances academic rigor with summertime activity.

The program provides a rich and demanding academic experience, but also the chance for focused high-achieving students to improve their English, make new friends, and taste the independence of American culture in a safe, nurturing comfortable, and supervised setting.
Accelerated English Language Program (AELP) for high school aged students:

- 2-6 week programs available.

- An all-American English language & culture immersion program.

- Students are prepared to comprehend & speak American English through classes & summer activities.

- Special seminars on American boarding schools, colleges, application processes & standard admission testing (SAT / ACT & TOEFL) are arranged to provide the insight for international students.

- Cultural activities, sports & more...
Lawrence Academy Language Immersion Program for U.S. Students
Courses / Programs
Lawrence Academy in Groton, (35 miles northwest of Boston) is a traditional New England prep school offering 2-4 week residential Mandarin, Italian, Spanish, and French language Summer Immersion Programs to American students in 7th-12th grades. Study Mandarin, Italian, French, or Spanish while living on campus alongside international students learning English and experiencing American culture. Prior language knowledge is not required for American students.

Mornings are spent language classes. In the afternoon, students participate in off-campus and on-campus cultural and sports activities. They practice their language skills with new friends while participating in evening language enrichment activities (skits or talent shows, bowling, mini-golf, etc.). Weekend excursions to Boston, NYC, the beach, or an amusement park allow for additional opportunities to practice language skills and develop lifelong friendships.

Students live in Lawrence Academy dormitories with international roommates and share their meals in the dining hall. This program is a true international cultural immersion experience.
Summer language immersion camps for U.S. students (7th-12th grades):

- Mandarin Chinese Language Instruction
- Italian Language Instruction
- Spanish Language Instruction
- French Language Instruction

Students can choose to stay for 2, 3, or 4 weeks and live in Lawrence Academy dormitories alongside international students.
Hills Learning
Courses / Programs
Hills Learning is a language school that provides high-quality Mandarin Chinese classes to adults, teens and children all year-round. This summer, we are teaming up with Chess Educators to provide a unique summer camp experience for boys and girls (ages 5-12) - combine Mandarin Chinese immersion instruction with an interactive Chess program. The program takes place at Léman Manhattan Prep School, in the Financial District of NYC (close to Wall Street).

Kids will participate in fun, engaging activities, and they start off the day with a morning wakeup physical activity. In the afternoon, they get engaged in playing Chess and learning fun and effective strategies. All students must sign up for 2 weeks minimum. They can also take the camp for 4 weeks and receive a discount.

Our Chinese language instruction is fun and effective. We follow a textbook designed specifically for children learning Chinese. All language skills are developed, from writing and reading, to speaking and listening. Through interactive games and activities, the students learn the basics of this incredible language.

The chess camp provides an interactive and hands-on approach for kids to learn chess. Chess camp activities include chess instruction and lessons, a chess lab which includes worksheets, problem solving, and more tactics. Kids will also participate in class tournament games with notation and clocks making the camp an exciting and rewarding experience.
- Summer program for elementary school kids (ages 5-12) that combines Mandarin Chinese classes with an interactive Chess program.

All students must sign up for 2 weeks minimum. They can also take the camp for 4 weeks and receive a discount.
Boston School of Modern Languages
Courses / Programs
Located just 20 minutes south of Downtown Boston in a safe, clean, and quiet neighborhood, Boston School of Modern Languages (BSML) is a fully-accredited intensive English language school. In addition to our General English (ESL) courses, we also provide a comprehensive Summer English Program for children and teens (ages 12-18). This intensive Summer course allows our students to learn English quickly and live the American Experience in a 2, 4, or 8-week block.

English classes are combined with fun activities and field trips. The small class size allows each student to receive individual attention from the instructor, benefit from the knowledge and background of the classmates and build relationships that last a lifetime. In addition to the material covered in class, homework is assigned to reinforce the studied lessons and speed up the student's learning process.

The Boston School of Modern Languages is authorized by the U.S. Government to issue I-20 forms for student visas and is fully accredited by ACCET. BSML is also a member of Quality English of Oxford, England, which selects only the finest private English language schools worldwide.
English Language Summer Program for Students ages 12-18:
- 2, 4 & 8-week study options in June, July & August

Students take 6 classes a day including:
- Grammar
- Vocabulary Development
- Idiomatic Expressions
- Conversational English
- Elective classes

Course features include:
- 12 Skill Levels
- Exact Placement
- Customized Textbooks
- Small Class Size
- Homestay & Family Apartment Accommodation
International Riding Camp
Courses / Programs
Located 90 miles Northwest of New York City, International Riding Camp is a dedicated equestrian Summer camp for girls ages 7-17 who love horses and riding. Established in 1978, our camp provides an environment in which horse lovers can experience various riding disciplines: hunt seat equitation, cross-country jumping and polo. With camp stay options from 1-10 weeks, we offer a well rounded equestrian camp program along with water skiing, tennis, swimming and arts and crafts.

Our teaching techniques enable our students to experience success in graduated steps, promoting their self esteem and confidence. Since all of our campers love horses, their common interest allows them to make new friends right away.
Equestrian / Horse Summer Camps:
- For girls ages 7-17
- Duration: 1-10 weeks

Features include:
- Three hours of riding lessons a day, six days a week.

- Option of 4.5 hours riding a day

- Activities including water skiing, tennis, swimming and arts and crafts.