Learn English in New York City

Learn English in new York City. StudyGlobal language school in New York, the city that never sleeps.

New York City is certainly one of the most exciting cities in the world. With its melting pot of different people, races and ethnic backgrounds New York City is the most diverse place in America. It is a living language laboratory for English studies. Here the English-as-a-Foreign-Language student can experience the full extent of American culture and lifestyle. The City is a major world center for the performing arts, fine arts, dining, shopping, finance, and media.

Since 1973, our partner English language school in New York has taught English-as-a-Foreign-Language to people from more than 40 countries. Their experience has helped the school to develop a focused and flexible program for both the serious student who wishes to pursue business or advanced study in the USA and the traveler who wishes to combine survival English with sightseeing.

You'll find our partner school conveniently located in the center of Manhattan, just steps from Grand Central Station, the United Nations and close to everything that makes New York a world-class city: the lights of Times Square, the performing arts of Lincoln Center, the international diplomacy of the United Nations, the theater of Broadway, the tranquility and events in Central Park, the nightlife of the East Village, the Greenwich Village Cafes, shopping in SOHO and Tribeca, and the most diverse range of restaurants in the world.

Each classroom has a large window offering a fabulous view of the Manhattan skyline and plenty of natural light. The atmosphere is very friendly and welcoming.

The English language school currently has two buildings that are used year-round: the main building and the annex. These two buildings are within 2 minutes walking distance to each other. During the summer, the school also uses other buildings, all of whom are close to our Main Building. The building where your course takes place can only be confirmed upon arrival after level testing.

The main building has a total of 21 air-conditioned classrooms: 16 classrooms on the 16th floor for general English language courses and 5 classrooms on the 17th floor (for professional English courses); each one of them equipped with a TV and VCR system. The administrative offices are located on the 17th floor. Additional classrooms and administrative offices are located in the school´s other Grand Central Station locations (20 air-conditioned classrooms), all within walking distance of each other. Students cannot choose the location of their classes!

The school uses an experiential approach to languages. Communication and full immersion are stressed from day one.

On Monday morning students will be given a written placement exam and oral interview to determine the appropriate level. The Student Orientation Program also takes place on Monday morning and students are required to attend.

Students who successfully complete all coursework and maintain an attendance record of at least 85% will receive a Certificate of Completion on the last day of classes.

At the end of each class, students are asked to complete an evaluation report. We frequently analyze this information to ensure continuous improvement.

 Details:

• 16 lessons per week
• Classes meet Monday through Thursday, (9:30am - 1:30pm, or 2:00 - 6:00pm)
• Start dates: any Monday (except public holidays + 100% beginners)
• Open to students at any level, beginning through advanced
  
• Does not qualify for I-20 form (student visa requires minimum of 18h per week)
  
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• Electives can be added in the afternoon as additional course
  

Details:

• 20 lessons per week
  
• Classes meet Monday through Friday, (9:30am - 1:30pm, or 2:00 - 6:00pm)
• Start dates: any Monday (except public holidays + 100% beginners)
• Open to students at any level, beginning through advanced 
• I-20 eligible 
• Electives can be added in the afternoon as additional course
• Minimum Duration: 2 weeks

Details:

• 30 lessons per week
  
• Classes meet Monday through Friday, (9:30am - 1:30pm and 2:30 - 4:30pm)
• Electives in the afternoon
• Start dates: any Monday (except public holidays + 100% beginners)
• Open to students at any level, beginning through advanced 
  
• I-20 eligible
  
• Maximum 10 students per class
• Minimum Duration: 2 weeks
  

Elective courses include, but are not limited to: American Films, TOEFL Elective, Fluency and Oral Production, Error Correction, Social Issues, Idioms, Journalism, Current Events, English in the Media and Grammar / Writing / Pronunciation.

Details:

• 10 lessons per week
• Additional course to the standard, intensive or business course
  
• The schedules of these courses depend on enrollment and availability
• Students may enroll in Elective classes only, but will not be considered full-time students and therefore, may not request visa assistance.
• Starting dates: any Monday

Regular one-to-one lessons in the evening only can be arranged as a stand-alone course or as an add-on to any other general English language course. It offers students the possibility to focus on special areas of interest or language fields during the private lessons. The minimum is 5 lessons per week.

Requirements:

• Study hours must comply with their visa (or non-visa) requirements.
  
• Classes are held in the late afternoons to late evenings (after 4pm).
  

This specially designed, intensive course realistically prepares international students for direct entrance into American colleges and universities. 

Classes focus on developing all four language skills from effective listening skills through authentic lectures and building vocabulary through academic reading. Strong emphasis is placed on research techniques, writing and revising research papers, oral presentations, cultural awareness, critical analysis, group work and independent research. Build strong communication and analytical skills necessary for University success at long-term reduced rates.

Details:

• 20 lessons per week
  
Open to all intermediate and advanced students
• Duration: 4-12 weeks (Additional weeks are possible but the curriculum would be repeated after 12 weeks)
• Students may begin any Monday (except public holidays)
• Classes meet Monday through Friday 2:00pm -6:00pm 

• 30 lessons per week (20 lessons Intensive + 10 lessons TOEIC Preparation elective)
• Open to all intermediate and advanced students
• Duration: 4-16 weeks
• Students may begin any Monday (except public holidays)
• Classes meet Monday through Friday 9:30am - 1:30pm with TOEIC preparation in the afternoon
• TOEIC exam offered the last Friday of every month.
• TOEIC Exam Fee: USD 85

Includes pre-test level assessment, personal language assessment, paper practice tests, course reports, grades and certificates upon completion. 

Details:

• 28 lessons per week
  
• Duration: 10 - 12 weeks
  
• Schedule: Class hours are 9:30 am-1:30 pm five days per week, and 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm 4 afternoons per week
• Open to high intermediate and advanced students (pre-testing required)
• Average class size is 10; maximum class size is 12 
• Exam fee not included (Cambridge Exam Fee: USD 405)

Details:

• Class hours are Monday to Friday from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
• Max 5 students
• Start Date: any Monday (except holidays)
• Minimum Duration: 1 week (max. duration 7 weeks for intermediate level)
• Levels: Intermediate to advanced students
• Not I-20 eligible

Our Advance Questionnaire enables the executive staff to prepare for incoming participants.

Details:

• Class hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 am-12:00 pm and 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
• Start Date: any Monday (except holidays)
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• Levels: Upper-intermediate to advanced students
  
• I-20 eligible
  
• Small class size facilitates maximum student speaking time and allows instructors to individualize the learning experience (max 5 students).
• Development of relevant and specific American English vocabulary for the workplace.
• Classroom discussions, role-playing simulations, student presentations, telephone skills, practical training in business letter/memo writing.
• Instructors are trained in business and have years of relevant business experience in a number of fields. 

Details:

• Schedule: Monday to Friday 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm (subject to change)
• Max. 5 students per class
• Start Dates: Specific Dates (see below)
  
• Duration: 1 week per subject
• Levels: Upper-intermediate to advanced students
  
• Not I-20 eligible
  

Our Advance Questionnaire enables the executive staff to prepare for incoming participants.

Instructors in the Professional English Program are native speakers trained in professional communication, and have years of relevant experience in a number of fields.

• Class hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
• Start Date: any Monday (except holidays)
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• Min. Level: Intermediate
  
• Not I-20 eligible
  

Available to professionals with at least 3 years of professional full-time work experience.

• Class hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  
• Start Date: any Monday (except holidays)
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• Min. Level: Intermediate
  
• I-20 eligible
  

Details:

• Class hours are Monday to Friday  9:00 am-12:00 pm and 2:00 pm-5:00 pm
• Minimum level: Upper Intermediate 
• Start Date: any Monday (except holidays)
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• I-20 eligible
  

To participate in this program, students must have a high-intermediate to advanced language skills, submit Program application materials, complete appropriate coursework involving verbal and written performance, and maintain good attendance.

Once accepted into the program, students will interview with sponsor companies and will join local staff and other interns in a great experience!

How it works
Spend weeks 1 and 2 in Business English class (student visa required) for 20 lessons per week. Weeks 3 to 16, attend Business English class and participate in Business English in Action (approx. 20 lessons per week) where you’ll practice English in a New York company.

Standard + Internship offers students a great experience in the capital city of business and cultural affairs! 

• Conditions: Participants should have at least two years of dance training or other kind of movement training. Participants are asked to submit a written evaluation of their level of training from a current dance teacher.
• Course length: 4 weeks.
  

Price: BodiBalance Dance (8 lessons per week + 2 performances/month): USD 860 for 4 weeks

NOTE: Bodibalance students should expect to purchase supplemental materials of USD 25 or more

It consists of 5 classes per week (1.5 – 2 hours dance per class) with either a dance or ballet focus at steps on broadway. You can choose from daily classes at all levels in Ballet, Pointe, Floor Barre, Partnering, Jazz, Musical Theater, Modern/Contemporary, Tap, Hip Hop/Street, Ethnic, Strethc & Tone, Gyrokinesis, Pilates and Yoga. Students will get theirown membership card to Steps on Broadway, which entitles themto all the benefits of the school, including discounts at neighborhood stores.

Depending on the scheduling, workshops, master classes, educational events and performances may take place from time to time.

• Dance classes available at beginner, intermediate and advanced level
• Start dates: any Monday

This program can be added to any 7 weeks English program of at least 15 lessons per week. It includes 3 hours per week of Fashion on 6 consecutive Saturday mornings at the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (LIM).

Students explore the exciting business of fashion. LIM College “Where Business Meets Fashion” is one of the most respected colleges of its kind. Students will attend LIM classes on Saturday mornings where they will get a hands-on look at the world of fashion. The course includes field trips to showrooms, trend-spotters and retailers. 

Choose one of the following LIM courses offered: Fashion Buying, Fashion Styling, Fashion Magazines, Fashion Photography, Introduction to Visual Merchandising and Display, Fasion Police, Celebrity Styling.

• Certificates upon completion from both our English language school partner school and LIM.
• Requirements: intermediate to advanced level of English; no previous fashion experience necessary.
• Course length: 7 weeks.

This program can be added to four-week English programs of 15, 16 or 20 hours. 15 hours on five days per week of Fashion at the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (LIM). LIM classes are taught by experts in the industry who offer extensive hands-on experience. Field trips to showroom, trend-spotters, stylists and manufacturers are included in the program. This program provides an overview into the various aspects of the business of fashion and allows students access to LIM College’s multi-site facilities.

• Certificates upon completion from both our English partner school and LIM.
• Requirements: intermediate to advanced level of English; no previous fashion experience necessary.
• Course length: 4 weeks.

Details:

• Requirements: The program is open to advanced level English students. A placement test and phone interview can be arranged for students who wish to have their English ability assessed prior to arrival. A high communicative ability must be demonstrated before beginning the acting workshop. No prior acting experience is necessary.
• Total course length: 8 weeks

• Free workshops in pronunciation, business writing, grammar, American slang and TOEIC preparation.
• Activities are not included in the tuition price, but many are free or very inexpensive.
• Students have the chance to practice English in a relaxed setting.

Sample activities include (but are not limited to): Gospel Choir and Church service, New York Yankees Baseball Game, Museum visits to MoMA, The Met, or Guggenheim, Movie Night

On weekend excursions you will enjoy Cape Cod and historic Plimoth Plantation, the Maine coast, Six Flags Amusement Park, and more. Weekend trips will take you to New York City, Montreal, the Berkshires, Vermont’s Green Mountains, New Hampshire’s White Mountains, and Newport, Rhode Island.