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Short-Term Programs

Students visit Northwest University for 2–5 weeks to gain cultural and practical experience. Short-term program topics are customizable to your group. Short-term programs curriculum options include education, nursing, business, culture, ESL, and more. Each program includes English lessons, Active learning, lectures, NU classes, and field trips all focused around the selected topic. Students visit businesses and landmarks in the Seattle area including Microsoft, Boeing, Google, the Space Needle, and the first Starbucks. Students experience life in the US by staying with NU students on campus.

  • Winter program: November or February
  • Summer program: May–July

Custom Programs:

We can tailor a Short-Term Program for the specific needs of your group.

  • ESL
  • Education
  • Business & Technology
  • Leadership Development
  • Cross-Cultural Communication for English Language Learners

Intensive ESL

  • ESL Classes (45 to 90 academic hours)
  • Field Trips & Campus Activities
  • On-Campus Housing in University Dormitories

Teacher Training Institute

  • Professional Development Lectures from Northwest University Faculty
  • Guided Portfolio Workshops
  • Model ESL Classes
  • Field Trips & Campus Activities
  • On-Campus Housing in University Dormitories

For more information, please email international@northwestu.edu.

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