Welcome to the StudyGlobal - New York City Contest 2010!!!

We are happy to invite you to participate in our 2010 NYC contest and offer you the great opportunity to win one of six 2-week English language courses at our partner school in New York City!

You can become one of our lucky winners by just answering 4 multiple-choice questions! All answers have to be sent by 25th March 2010.

Participate here!!!

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. Our experience has helped us 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.

The English language school currently has two buildings that are used year-round: the main building and the annex. These two buildings are within 15-20 walking distance to each other. During the summer, we also use 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 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 for professional English language courses. Additional classrooms and administrative offices are located in the school´s other Grand Central Station locations, all within walking distance of each other. Students cannot choose the location of their classes!

Each lesson lasts for 55 minutes.

Classes of the Standard and Intensive Course run in a shift system of morning and afternoon classes. There is no guarantee for a specific class schedule. You will be assigned your exact time schedule within the morning or afternoon session upon arrival after your placement test. 

Learning Materials: have to be purchased. The first set of course materials (textbook + workbook) costs USD 65 and will be invoiced in advance. This fee also covers student ID cards and internet use. Students may need to purchase new books on place as they advance through the levels. Textbooks cost between USD 35 and USD 50. 

Details:

• 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
  
• Taking 16 lessons per week allows for free time in the afternoons 
• Does not qualify for I-20 form (student visa requires minimum of 18h per week)
  
• Maximum 10 students per class
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
  

Details:

• 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 
• Taking 20 lessons per week allows for free time in the afternoons 
• I-20 eligible 
• Electives can be added in the afternoon as additional course
• Maximum 10 students per class
• Minimum Duration: 2 weeks

Details:

• 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 
• Taking 30 lessons per week maximizes your study time in the U.S. 
• 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, World Cultures, World Events and Grammar / Writing / Pronunciation.

Details:

• Additional course to the intensive course or private lessons
  
• 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 an add-on to any other general English language course. In addition to the group course this 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 5pm).
  

This specially designed, intensive course realistically prepares international students for direct entrance into American colleges and universities. Length of study ranges from 12 weeks minimum to 32 weeks or more, depending on English ability.

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:

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Open to all intermediate and advanced students
• Duration: 4-12 weeks (Additional weeks are possible but the curriculum would be repeated after 12 weeks)
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• Duration: 4-12 weeks
• 20 lessons per week 
• Max 10 students 
• Students may begin any Monday (except public holidays)
• Classes meet Monday through Friday 2:00pm -6:00pm 

Our partner school also offers 3 hours of free TOEIC preparation workshops each month as part of the monthly calendar of events.

TOEIC Exam Fee: USD 85

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

Details:

• 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)
• Taking 28 lessons per week maximizes your study time in the U.S.
• Average class size is 10; maximum class size is 12 
• Exam fee not included (Cambridge Exam Fee: USD 410)

Our Advance Questionnaire enables the executive staff to prepare for incoming participants, who may start the program each Monday.

Details:

• Class hours are 9:00 am-12:00 pm and 2:00 pm–5:00 pm
• Start Date: any Monday (except holidays)
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• 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 :

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

Details:

• Schedule: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm (subject to change)
• Max. 5 students per class
• Duration: 1 week per subject
• Not I-20 eligible
  

Available to professionals with at least a pre-intermediate level of English. Upgraded facilities are designed to enable participants to network with other international executives, while staying in touch with their colleagues back home. Our Advance Questionnaire enables the executive staff to prepare for incoming participants.

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

Available to professionals with at least an pre-intermediate level of English.

Details:

• Class hours are 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
• 3 lessons per day of focused tailor-made instruction in the classroom + 3 lessons excursions per day of excursions with your teacher to New York attractions
• Start Date: any Monday (except holidays)
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• 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 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
• Start Date: any Monday (except holidays)
• Minimum Duration: 1 week
• Not I-20 eligible
  

Details:

• Class hours are 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!

PRICE:
8-11 weeks: USD 295 per week / 12-16 weeks: 275 per week
Placement Fee: 8-11 weeks USD 860 / 12-16 weeks USD 1100

This program is only accessible for student visa holders. 

Like its partner program, Practical English in the Working World, Standard + Volunteer offers students a great experience in the capital city of business and cultural affairs! 

• Individualized dance study counseling to maximize the student’s goals and certificates upon completion from both our English and BodiBalance partner schools.
• 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.
  

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.

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 course can be combined with a morning English language course at our partner school of 15-20 lessons per week, Monday through Friday. Students work side by side with a professional chef to learn basics in gourmet cooking, knife techniques, food preparation, and execution of a variety of essential recipes.

• Requirements: intermediate to advanced level of English.
• Course length: 2 weeks.

Price: Cooking (4 lessons per week): USD 280 for 2 weeks

This program can be added to any seven-week English program of at least 15 lessons per week. It includes 3 hours per week of Fashion on 5 consecutive Saturday mornings at the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (LIM).

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

Price: Fashion on 5 Saturdays (3 lessons fashion per week/total of 15 lessons): USD 250 for 5 week term.

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

• 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 upper-intermediate and 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

This program can be taken after completing any four-week English language program of at least 15 hours per week. Four weeks of Filmmaking workshop (16 mm) at the New York Film Academy (min. 30 lessons per week) will follow. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary.

• Requirements: The program is open to upper-intermediate and 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 filmmaking workshop. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary.
• Total course length: 8 weeks

• Requirements: The program is open to upper-intermediate and 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 filmmaking workshop. No prior filmmaking experience is necessary.
• Course length: 4 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.