McGill University Downtown Campus. Photo credit: McGill University

Junior Camp at
McGill University

Unforgettable English learning adventures for young students aged 13-17

Photo Credit: McGill University

 

Enjoy McGill's energized big-city vibes while you improve your English or French.

Live and study with other international teens at McGill University, one of the top 40 universities worldwide! You can even develop your skills as a social media communicator and build your social media presence by taking our Influencing Through Social Media class through our Skills Plus option!* Filled with cobblestone streets, delicious bakeries, and historic buildings, Montréal is like a little slice of Europe in Canada, and is consistently ranked one of the best student cities in the world!

*Skills Plus: Influencing Through Social Media class option is available during weeks 2, 3, and 4 of the program for an additional fee (July 6 - 26). Skills Plus is taken instead of General English or French. This option requires a minimum level of Intermediate 2 and is only available in English.

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PROGRAM LENGTH

1-5 weeks

2025 PROGRAM START DATES*

1 week: Jun 29, Jul 6, Jul 13, Jul 20, Jul 27
2 weeks: Jun 29, Jul 6, Jul 13, Jul 20
3 weeks: Jun 29, Jul 6, Jul 13
4 weeks: Jun 29, Jul 6
5 weeks: Jun 29
Weeks run Sunday to Sunday, and the program officially closes on August 3.

AGE REQUIREMENT

13-17 years old

LANGUAGE LEVEL

Any level*

*Skills Plus: Influencing Through Social Media class option is available during weeks 2, 3, and 4 of the program for an additional fee (July 6 - 26). Skills Plus is taken instead of General English or French. This option requires a minimum level of Intermediate 2 and is only available in English.

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Students live and dine within the McGill Residence.

New Residence in 2025! Join us at the very centrally located McGill Carrefour Sherbrooke Residence and enjoy hotel style accommodations with air-conditioning and ensuite style bathrooms.

  • CAPACITY: 300
  • ACCOMMODATIONS: Double rooms (2 queen-sized bedst)
  • BATHROOMS: Shared, 1:2
  • LAUNDRY: No charge
  • INTERNET: Free Wifi in rooms and common areas
  • STUDENT TO STAFF RATIO: 1:15
  • ESTIMATED PUBLIC TRANSPORT FEES: $45 CAD per week
  • MEALS: 3 meals per day*

*Options for students with dietary restrictions are available. Please Inquire for more details.

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Attend specialized junior English or French classes or optional Skills Plus. Classes take place at the ILSC Montreal downtown campus just steps from the McGill residence.

  • LANGUAGE OF STUDY: English or French
  • NUMBER OF LANGUAGE LEVELS: 5 Levels
  • NUMBER OF LESSONS: 16.5 (13.75 hours per week)
  • NUMBER OF STUDENTS PER CLASS: 16 max
  • GENERAL ENGLISH OR FRENCH CONTENT: Our Juniors English language curriculum reflects current, real-world issues, recent events, social and environmental issues, popular culture, and events so that the content is relatable and interesting for teens. The Juniors English language program focuses on several areas including Canadian culture, reading, speaking, and writing.
  • SKILLS PLUS CONTENT*: Students at the Intermediate 2 level or higher can opt to replace their English class with the Influencing Through Social Media class - develop your skills as a social media communicator and build your social media presence by learning about the qualities of a successful brand identity such as authenticity, credibility, expertise, and relatability.
  • STUDY SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday from 2:30 PM - 5:15 PM
  • CERTIFICATE: All students receive end-of-course certificates and student progress reports.

*Skills Plus: Influencing Through Social Media class option is available during weeks 2, 3, and 4 of the program for an additional fee (July 6 - 26). Skills Plus is taken instead of General English or French. This option requires a minimum level of Intermediate 2 and is only available in English.

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Teen students enjoy a social program that combines on-site activities, evening activities, and off-site trips.

MORNING ACTIVITIES: Students enjoy 5 morning activities per week that include visits to local attractions, sports, and games.

EVENING ACTIVITIES: Evening activities on the McGill downtown campus include scavenger hunts, sports evenings, student performances, and dance parties.

WEEKEND ACTIVITIES: All students enjoy a full-day excursion on Saturdays. Sundays are arrival/departure days, while ongoing students enjoy a second full-day excursion. Excursions may include: exploring various downtown Montréal locations; visits to Ottawa and Quebec City; a day at Six Flags amusement park, and more (options vary depending on students chosen program dates).

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Weekly Program Schedule

Students will combine daily activities with English or French classes from Monday to Friday and full day activities on Saturday and Sunday. This program also includes a suite of evening activities.*

During specific weeks, students with a higher English level may opt to take the Skills Plus option - these students will replace their General English or French Class with the Skills Plus Influencing Through Social Media Class.**

*Exact time may vary depending on the activity.
**The Skills Plus option is only available in English.

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Skills Plus Option

Influencing through Social Media

Level up your English learning and explore a topic that matches your interests, talents, and goals! 

Skills Plus is designed for students aged 13-17 years old who are at an intermediate level of English. Skills Plus classes are focused on learning topics that are relevant, relatable, and interesting to teens.

In our Residential Junior summer camp program at McGill, the Skills Plus class option in 2025 is Influencing Through Social Media (Level: Intermediate 2+) and is available in English.

The Influencing Through Social Media class allows students to develop their skills as social media communicators and build their social media presence by learning about the qualities of a successful brand identity such as authenticity, credibility, expertise, and relatability.

Skills Plus is optional, and available during specific weeks of the program for an additional fee. This option is only available in English, and students who choose this option take it instead of General English or French classes.

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Student Stories

"It has been so amazing because I have an opportunity to meet many different people. We are not just learning English, we learn different cultures. I like when we learn English grammar by doing games, because it makes you learn faster. My summer experience with ILSC in Montreal has been so amazing and I'm enjoying it."

Larissa , Brazil

Where to Find Us

  • 475 Sherbrooke St W,
    Montreal, Quebec
    H3A 2L9 Canada 

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