Summer Intensive Language Experience for International Students (SMILE)

SMILE provides intensive instruction in English language and American culture, and prepares international students for further course work in Intensive English as a Second Language (IESL), undergraduate, or graduate study. Students receive rigorous classroom and laboratory instruction, and an introduction to local community and culture. All new international students who want to improve their English are encouraged to participate in SMILE before taking courses in the fall.

Apply early—enrollment is limited!

Applicants must submit a TOEFL or IELTS score to be considered.

Want to Apply to SMILE?

Check out International Admissions.

 

Components

Intensive English as a Second Language Instruction
  • Reading and Vocabulary
  • Writing
  • Listening and Speaking
  • Communicative Grammar
American Culture Experiences
  • Tour a copper mine and museum
  • Tour other local museums
  • Tour local historical sites
  • Attend local cultural festivals
  • Picnic on the beach at Lake Superior
Additional Recreational Activities
  • Soccer
  • Volleyball
  • Hiking
  • Biking
  • Swimming
  • Rollerblading
  • Skateboarding
  • And more!

Applying

To apply to SMILE, go to the International Admissions page, and click on your student type in the left navigation menu. Then do the following:

Step 1Complete your the free online application.
Step 2Send the required application documents to:

International Programs and Services
Michigan Technological University
1400 Townsend Drive
Houghton, MI 49932-1295

Visas

I-20 forms and related information are provided by International Programs and Services upon acceptance into the program.

Costs

Tuition$5,400
Culture Tours
(based on number of students)		$130 - $180
Michigan Tech Student Fees$350
IPS Service Fee$100
Mandatory Medical Insurance$125
Estimated Books$250
Room and Board
(double occupancy, 7 weeks)*		$1,796
TOTAL$8,201**

*Other living arrangements available upon request —costs may vary.
**All costs are subject to change.

Important Dates

Application Deadlines
Most UndergraduatesMarch 10, 2014
U.S. Transfers, Graduates Students, and Students from Canada & MexicoMay 9, 2014
Arrival Deadlines
Transportation from Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) to campus (Wadsworth Hall)July 1-3, 2014
Placement Test RegistrationJuly 6, 2014
Classes BeginJuly 7, 2014
Classes EndAugust 21, 2014