Intensive English courses in New York City are for students who want to learn English as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons. Most intensive English courses are for adults age 16 and up. 2 - 48 week courses available. Most courses average 30 classes per week.
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EC English Language Schools: New York
General English
The General 20 course focuses on language fluency as a main goal. The four major skills students will practice are reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students are active participants and learn grammar, vocabulary and common expressions by working and speaking with their classmates. In the busy season EC uses an alternative timetable, and might student study in the morning (8:45 am-12:00 pm) or in the afternoon (2:30 pm - 5:45 PM).
<br /><br />Please note that the first day is mainly focused on pre-test and orientation<br />
This is the timetable of the student:<br />
08:30 - Student arrival and check-in<br />
09:00 - Placement test and interviews<br />
11:00 - Welcome breakfast and orientation with various EC staff members<br />
12:00 - Welcome tour of school neighbourhood<br />
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Students taking courses with 20 or 24 lessons per week will not have class on the first day due to orientation, while those taking courses with 30 lessons per week will have two classes in the afternoon on the first day after orientation.
Intensive
33654
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EC English Language Schools: New York
55
2
2
500.00
EC English Language Schools: New York
New York City, USA
EC English Language Schools: New York
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 23 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
EC English Language Schools: New York
Semi-Intensive English
The Semi-Intensive 24 course focuses on language fluency as a main goal. The four major skills students will practice are reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students are active participants and learn grammar, vocabulary and common expressions by working and speaking with their classmates. The additional 4 lessons in this course allow students extra time to learn and practice all of their newly learned skills.
<br /><br />Please note that the first day is mainly focused on pre-test and orientation<br />
This is the timetable of the student:<br />
08:30 - Student arrival and check-in<br />
09:00 - Placement test and interviews<br />
11:00 - Welcome breakfast and orientation with various EC staff members<br />
12:00 - Welcome tour of school neighbourhood<br />
<br />
Students taking courses with 20 or 24 lessons per week will not have class on the first day due to orientation, while those taking courses with 30 lessons per week will have two classes in the afternoon on the first day after orientation.
Intensive
33671
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EC English Language Schools: New York
55
2
2
535.00
EC English Language Schools: New York
New York City, USA
EC English Language Schools: New York
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
24
Age range
18 years old and older
EC English Language Schools: New York
Intensive English
The Intensive 30 course focuses on language fluency as a main goal.The four major skills students will practice are reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students are active participants and learn grammar, vocabulary and common expressions by working and speaking with their classmates. The extra 10 lessons in this course allow for much extra time learning and practicing all of the skills, so students can speak and communicate at a much faster speed. Students are active participants in this course and learn by doing!
<br /><br />Please note that the first day is mainly focused on pre-test and orientation<br />
This is the timetable of the student:<br />
08:30 - Student arrival and check-in<br />
09:00 - Placement test and interviews<br />
11:00 - Welcome breakfast and orientation with various EC staff members<br />
12:00 - Welcome tour of school neighbourhood<br />
<br />
Students taking courses with 20 or 24 lessons per week will not have class on the first day due to orientation, while those taking courses with 30 lessons per week will have two classes in the afternoon on the first day after orientation.
Intensive
33672
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EC English Language Schools: New York
55
2
2
600.00
EC English Language Schools: New York
New York City, USA
EC English Language Schools: New York
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
30
Age range
16 years old and older
Embassy CES: New York
Certificate 8 - Standard 20
A seminar-style English course for people who need to make maximum progress in a limited time, and prefer more individually focused learning. For the core 20 lessons per week, you will be in a class of no more than 8 students. These smaller groups enable you to progress faster, and seminar-style lessons are ideal for the busy professional.<br><br>
Our study methods are highly interactive, with extensive use of role-playing, case studies, discussions and cross-cultural analysis. Our instructors use contemporary, real-life materials from a variety of media, including TV broadcasts and the internet. You'll also have access to the modern technologies in our schools, which include interactive whiteboards and captivating online learning environments. <br><br>
Your teacher will assess your progress regularly, and provide you with reports on your development. At your departure, you will receive a final progress report, and a certificate.
Intensive
64819
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Embassy CES: New York
05
0
0
691.00
Embassy CES: New York
New York City, USA
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
1 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: NY Midtown
Vacation English
The Vacation English course consists of 20 lessons each week and is the least intensive option offered at Kaplan. This course allows students to improve their English while still leaving time for sightseeing and leisure during their stay.
Intensive
43789
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Kaplan International College: NY Midtown
45
1
1
770.00
Kaplan International College: NY Midtown
New York City, USA
Kaplan International College: NY Midtown
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 12 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
Vacation English
The Vacation English course consists of 20 lessons each week and is the least intensive option offered at Kaplan. This course allows students to improve their English while still leaving time for sightseeing and leisure during their stay.
Intensive
28069
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Kaplan International College: NY East Village
45
1
1
770.00
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
New York City, USA
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 12 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: Empire State
Vacation English
The Vacation English course consists of 20 lessons each week and is the least intensive option offered at Kaplan. This course allows students to improve their English while still leaving time for sightseeing and leisure during their stay.
Intensive
24446
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Kaplan International College: Empire State
05
0
0
800.00
Kaplan International College: Empire State
New York City, USA
Kaplan International College: Empire State
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 12 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
General English
Kaplan's General English course offers both group lessons and structured, independent study sessions-- leaving students plenty of time for social activities and to explore their surroundings. This course consists of 20 lessons of general English and 7 lessons of structured study time.
Intensive
471
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Kaplan International College: NY East Village
45
1
1
810.00
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
New York City, USA
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
27
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: NY Midtown
General English
Kaplan's General English course offers both group lessons and structured, independent study sessions-- leaving students plenty of time for social activities and to explore their surroundings. This course consists of 20 lessons of general English and 7 lessons of structured study time.
Intensive
491
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Kaplan International College: NY Midtown
45
1
1
810.00
Kaplan International College: NY Midtown
New York City, USA
Kaplan International College: NY Midtown
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
27
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: Empire State
General English
Kaplan's General English course offers both group lessons and structured, independent study sessions-- leaving students plenty of time for social activities and to explore their surroundings. This course consists of 20 lessons of general English and 7 lessons of structured study time.
Intensive
466
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Kaplan International College: Empire State
05
0
0
840.00
Kaplan International College: Empire State
New York City, USA
Kaplan International College: Empire State
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
27
Age range
16 years old and older
Embassy CES: New York
Certificate of English - Standard 20 Course
The Certificate of English is our most popular course, promising all-round improvement in every area of general English. Our Standard 20 course, and you'll have 20x 50-minute lessons per week, mornings or afternoons only, using an approved textbook as the basis for the class, and focusing primarily on grammar. <br><br>
All lessons are taught with full in-class participation, group work, pair work, class discussions and fun role-plays. These make learning enjoyable and improve both your confidence and fluency. At the same time, there are strong underlying principles which ensure that you'll be consolidating your understanding of vocabulary and grammar.<br><br>
Our professional, qualified teachers will respond to the needs of the class, using an assortment of materials. You'll be expected to complete regular homework assignments.<br><br>
Your teacher will assess your progress regularly, and provide you with reports on your development every four to five weeks. At your departure, you will receive a final progress report, and a certificate.
Intensive
64756
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Embassy CES: New York
05
0
0
845.00
Embassy CES: New York
New York City, USA
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Embassy CES: Manhattan College
Travel and Culture Programme
The Embassy Travel & Culture Programme is an affordable part-time study option that offers great value. It’s an excellent choice for anyone wanting to combine a vacation in the USA with some part-time study.<br><br>
Join the school's core Certificate of English classes for just 16 x50 minute classes a week, Monday to Thursday. With an optional Friday class, the rest of the time is your own. So, whether you prefer to go shopping, see all the local sights, or even take off for long weekends, you can do it all.<br.<br>
Think of it as a holiday where you still key into all the benefits that Embassy gives you: improved English, and good friends.<br><br>
For many, the big benefit of this course is that you can enter the USA on a tourist visa or (if your country is eligible) the visa waiver programme. There is no need to go through the sometimes arduous student visa application.
Intensive
64845
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Embassy CES: Manhattan College
05
0
0
845.00
Embassy CES: Manhattan College
New York City, USA
Embassy CES: Manhattan College
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 12 weeks
Classes per week:
16
Age range
16 years old and older
Embassy CES: New York
Travel and Culture Programme
The Embassy Travel & Culture Programme is an affordable part-time study option that offers great value. It’s an excellent choice for anyone wanting to combine a vacation in the USA with some part-time study.<br><br>
Join the school's core Certificate of English classes for just 16 x50 minute classes a week, Monday to Thursday. With an optional Friday class, the rest of the time is your own. So, whether you prefer to go shopping, see all the local sights, or even take off for long weekends, you can do it all.<br.<br>
Think of it as a holiday where you still key into all the benefits that Embassy gives you: improved English, and good friends.<br><br>
For many, the big benefit of this course is that you can enter the USA on a tourist visa or (if your country is eligible) the visa waiver programme. There is no need to go through the sometimes arduous student visa application.
Intensive
64760
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Embassy CES: New York
05
0
0
845.00
Embassy CES: New York
New York City, USA
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 12 weeks
Classes per week:
16
Age range
16 years old and older
Embassy CES: Manhattan College
Certificate of English - Standard 20 Course
The Certificate of English is our most popular course, promising all-round improvement in every area of general English. Our Standard 20 course, and you'll have 20x 50-minute lessons per week, mornings or afternoons only, using an approved textbook as the basis for the class, and focusing primarily on grammar. <br><br>
All lessons are taught with full in-class participation, group work, pair work, class discussions and fun role-plays. These make learning enjoyable and improve both your confidence and fluency. At the same time, there are strong underlying principles which ensure that you'll be consolidating your understanding of vocabulary and grammar.<br><br>
Our professional, qualified teachers will respond to the needs of the class, using an assortment of materials. You'll be expected to complete regular homework assignments.<br><br>
Your teacher will assess your progress regularly, and provide you with reports on your development every four to five weeks. At your departure, you will receive a final progress report, and a certificate.
Intensive
64843
/course/certificate-of-english-standard-20-course-embassy-ces-manhattan-college-64843/detail.
Embassy CES: Manhattan College
05
0
0
845.00
Embassy CES: Manhattan College
New York City, USA
Embassy CES: Manhattan College
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 10 weeks
Classes per week:
20
Age range
16 years old and older
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
Intensive English
The Intensive 35 course is the fastest way for students to improve their English skills, regardless of their starting level. The course consists of 20 lessons of general English, 7 lessons of structured study, and 8 lessons of elective English each week.
Intensive
470
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Kaplan International College: NY East Village
45
1
1
950.00
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
New York City, USA
Kaplan International College: NY East Village
Course type:
Intensive
Duration:
2 - 52 weeks
Classes per week:
35
Age range
16 years old and older
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