ELC in Boston

Brownstones, harbor walks and the buzz of half a million students. History with a skateboard.

No 2027 programs. Every 2027 program runs at UCLA in Los Angeles. This campus guide stays online for a later summer.
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What the campus is known for

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The most studenty city

Harvard and MIT next door, museums and history on every corner.

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Harbor and river

Charles River sailing, whale watches and Cape Cod day trips.

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Green campus

Leafy Back Bay streets and the Public Garden a short walk away.

Boston at a glance

Average temperatureSummer 26°C, winter 2°C
Average dinnerUSD $15 to $25
Local transportSubway or bus, around $3

Boston, Massachusetts is where the USA began. Located in the urban center of New England, Boston is the country's most international city, with visitors and residents from all around the world. Rich in history, with an impressive architectural heritage, Boston is also where the computer and biotech revolutions began and where academic life is most heavily concentrated, best known for its many colleges and universities. Students who enroll at ELC Boston benefit from studying and living in a charming, world-class city that is young, vibrant, and unforgettable. Students enjoy visits to Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, the Freedom Trail, the Museum of Fine Arts, and professional sporting events of all kinds. Boston is truly the number one travel destination in the United States for travelers interested in history and culture, and its great public transportation makes it easy to visit every area of the city.

  • Where the US began
  • The country's most international city
  • Renowned museums
  • Home of Harvard University, MIT, and more than 60 other colleges and universities
  • Spectacular Cape Cod National Seashore
  • Nearby mountains with hiking
  • Excursions to New York City, Cape Cod, and more

Planning summer 2027?

Every ELC program this summer is at UCLA in Los Angeles. Same team, one set of halls.

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