Maria Arruda

Maria Arruda  
Managing Director, Center for English Language & Orientation Programs, Boston University 

Maria C. Arruda is the Managing Director of the Center for English Language & Orientation Programs (CELOP) at Boston University. Maria has 20 years of professional experience in education and training, program development, organizational management, partnership development and management, and curriculum development in the United States and abroad.  Maria received her Bachelor of Arts in Film from Emerson College and a Master of Science in Education and TESOL from Long Island University.

Boston University (BU) is a major private research university in Boston, Massachusetts known for its academic excellence, global engagement, and vibrant campus life. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across numerous disciplines. Since 1975, the Center for English Language & Orientation Programs (CELOP) at BU has provided high-quality English language instruction to international students and professionals. CELOP prepares students for academic success, career advancement, and cultural integration through intensive English programs and university preparation courses.