Language Institute at Penn State

About the Language Institute

The Language Institute at Penn State offers summer language programs designed for persons seeking to develop proficiency in a foreign language. These programs consist of sequences of formal language courses offered for full academic credit.

The Institute’s programs are of interest to Penn State undergraduate and graduate students in a range of academic and professional programs, including the liberal arts, the sciences, engineering, business administration, agriculture, communications, health and human development, and many others. The Institute welcomes students from other academic institutions, as well as military personnel, professionals, and anyone else looking to build competency in a foreign language. High school students with strong academic aspirations may apply to enroll in the Institute. Review the high school student application process.