English at the core
General English
Build confidence through discussions, role-play and group projects, with practical English you can use beyond the classroom.
About General English
Junior programs for ages 12–20
Big experiences. New perspectives.
English and academic courses on real university campuses. City discoveries, 24-hour supervision, and a team you can talk to.
- Junior programs since
- 2014
- Students welcomed
- 18,000+
- Nationalities
- 30+
- Supervision and support
- 24-hour
Summer Camps
Four cities. Six campuses.
Where will you spend your summer? Four US cities, six university campuses. Pick the one that fits your age, interests and travel dates.
Academics
English and specialist courses.
General English is our standard course in Summer and Winter Camp. From 15 with B2 or above, students can take one specialist summer course instead, to go deeper into a subject they care about.
Model United Nations
Research your country’s position, debate global issues and speak in a Model UN simulation.
Course detailsAI Unlocked
Learn how AI works, write better prompts and create original digital content.
Course detailsBusiness Leaders
Build a startup idea from market research to a final pitch, in two weeks.
Course detailsUniversity Discovery
Explore US universities and admissions, with college tours and a practice application.
Course detailsTravel further
Multi-city programs and optional trips.
Stay in more than one city, or add an optional trip. Both are arranged around your program dates.
More cities. One summer.
Start in New York, then continue to Boston, Miami or Los Angeles—or see Niagara Falls on the way to Boston. Tell us your travel dates and we’ll suggest a route.
Compare routesOptional trips
Add a trip beyond your program’s scheduled excursions.
Las Vegas & Grand Canyon
Travel beyond Southern California to see the Las Vegas lights and the vast landscapes of the Grand Canyon.
Trip details
Bahamas cruise
Add a four-night Bahamas cruise to your Miami stay, for students aged 15 and over. Cruise students arrive on fixed Tuesdays: July 6, July 20 or August 3, 2027.
Trip detailsOptional trips can be added to make the experience even more special. Check which experiences can be arranged for your destination and dates.
All optional tripsBeyond summer
More ways to learn.
Miami beyond the summer: a one- or two-week Winter Camp, or an Educational Stay built around your group’s dates and learning theme.
Winter Camp
One or two weeks in Miami at the start of the new year: 15 hours of English per week, hotel accommodation and a planned schedule of activities and visits.
About Winter Camp
Educational Stays
Tailor-made educational programs built around your group’s dates, learning themes and preferred experiences.
About Educational StaysNext on the calendar
Find your next YES USA experience.
The next dates on our calendar. Open a program to see its campus, dates and learning focus.
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Educational Stays
Group stay
University Discovery Tour
Miami · Ages 12–20
A 10-night Educational Stay in Miami, November 30–December 10, 2026, with US university campus tours, Kennedy Space Center and Universal Orlando Resort.
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Winter Camp
Dates
Winter Camp · Miami
Miami
A structured winter program combining English classes, hotel accommodation and an organized activity schedule.
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Summer Camps
Campus open
Fordham Lincoln Center
New York
The campus is open on these dates. Tell us your travel dates and we’ll confirm your stay.
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Summer Camps
Campus open
St. John’s University
New York
The campus is open on these dates. Tell us your travel dates and we’ll confirm your stay.
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Summer Camps
Campus open
Stevens Institute of Technology
New York
The campus is open on these dates. Tell us your travel dates and we’ll confirm your stay.
View program detailsPlan with confidence
From first inquiry to arrival.
Know what to choose, what to confirm and who to turn to.
Share your plans
Start with your preferred dates, age and interests. You don’t need to choose a course or campus before getting in touch.
Confirm the details
Review accommodation, meals, lessons, excursions and travel arrangements with our team before confirming your program.
Prepare for your stay
Get ready for your stay with clear information about arrival arrangements and what to expect.
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The people behind YES USA
Personal support. Real people.
Get to know the people behind your experience—from planning your stay to learning and exploring with YES USA.
“I studied with friendly and involved teachers on the campus of a real American university. That was really inspiring!”
Reviews
In their own words.
Students and group leaders on their summer with YES USA.
Life at YES USA
Real moments, as they happen.
The latest from our students and team on Instagram.
Good questions. Clear answers.
Before you say yes.
Start with the essentials: ages, English levels, accommodation and support. For more, read our parent information or ask our team.
What ages can join?
Summer Camps welcome students aged 12–20, with a minimum age of 13 at Stevens. Winter Camp is for ages 12–20. Optional specialist summer courses are for ages 15–20. Check the campus and course details before choosing your stay.
Do I need to speak English well already?
General English offers classes from A1 (beginner) to C1 (advanced), grouped by ability. Standard Summer and Winter Camp programs include 15 hours of English each week. Optional specialist summer courses require B2 (upper-intermediate) English or above and are offered at selected campuses and sessions.
How long is Winter Camp?
Winter Camp offers one- or two-week programs. Tell us your preferred dates so our team can help you plan your stay.
Where will I stay, and what is included?
Summer Camps include residential accommodation, meals, English lessons and scheduled supervised excursions and activities. Winter Camp includes hotel accommodation in Miami, meals, English lessons and scheduled supervised excursions and activities. Room types and meal arrangements vary by location. Optional trips can be added to make the experience even more special, and from 15 with B2 or above a specialist course can replace General English. Educational Stay arrangements are confirmed for each program.
How are students supported during their stay?
Summer and Winter Camp programs provide 24-hour supervision and support, with supervised scheduled excursions and activities. Before traveling, ask for the in-program contact details and how parents can stay in touch. Discuss dietary, accessibility or other support needs before confirming a stay. Support arrangements for Educational Stays are confirmed for each program.
Let’s plan your next program
Your next experience starts here.
Not sure which program to choose? Tell us when you’d like to travel and what interests you, and we’ll suggest the best fit.