Connect. Learn. Soar.
Connect. Learn. Soar.
ENGLISH PROGRAM
Match
Once selected, students and tutors are matched based on their language abilities, age, gender and interests.
Train
Tutors undergo intensive, two-week training on the different crises, working with impacted persons and language pedagogies.
Learn
Matched pairs meet on a platform that works for them for 1.5-hour weekly sessions for 18 weeks, using a custom, four-level curriculum.
Grow
Tutors and staff assist students in preparing a CV and a personal statement, and also assist them in accessing professional development webinars.
Apply
The C1 semester two students will be preparing to take the Duolingo test at the end of the semester.
A Language to Open International Doors
Program Impact
Our surveys show high levels of English mastery and satisfaction among our participants.
Language Preparedness
73% of students felt prepared to use English in a university or work setting.
*127 student responses
Two-Way Learning
Nearly all of our tutors said the Syrian Crisis felt closer to home after tutoring a student.
*79 tutor responses
Program Growth
We've grown to serve hundreds of students each semester.
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