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Whatever your tastes or interests, you will find everything you could possibly want in our central location. Fun, exciting, and rich in diversity, Manhattan is a unique destination for learning English.

Course description

EC New York couldn't have a better location. Our English language school on Broadway in Manhattan has wonderful views of the world-famous Times Square. Such an amazing location is both a stimulating and inspiring place to learn English.

Pedagogy

Professors are all certified and specialize in teaching English to non-native speakers.
There is an activity program proposed by the school to permit you to meet people, and speak English outside the classroom.

Activities

EC New York has developed a social activity program which will help you make the most of your time in the Big Apple. Our social program is a great way to make new friends, practice your English and explore this great city, and was created with you in mind.

Equipment

Classrooms are modern and fully equipped.
  • Minimum age : 16 years and 23 for certain programs
  • Number of classrooms : 16
  • Services : internet access, library, multi-media center, student lounge, wifi
  • Environment : Town Center
  • Transportation : Bus, Metro
  • In proximity : Bars, Restaurants
  • Leisure activities : Cinema, Museums, Theater, Tourist sites

Accreditations

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Ideally situated, the school allows the opportunity to improve your English while discovering one of the most famous places in the world.

  • Course : Monday to Friday
  • National holidays : 7 September - 12 October - 11,26,27 November - 24December 2009 - 18 January - 15 February - 31 May - 5 July - 6 September - 11 October - 11,25,26 November 2010 - 23 December 2010 to 3 January 2011

 Price in € - Lesson Length : 45 min. - Number of lessons per week : 304 weekDates du début des cours August 2010
Included in the price: course books and educational materials, activities and workshops proposed by the school, welcome dinner and internet access.

The main purpose of this lesson is to help you reach an English level that is sufficent to take the TOEFL examination.

The school is not a test center
If you want to take the exam, you have to register directly online at the official website www.ets.org and take the exam at a test center.
Examination fees are not included in the course price

The lessons are very structured and teachers prepare lessons according to your progress and current events.


Options
I-20 express mail 56 € 
  1. Choose a type of accomodation

You have3 type(s) of possible living accomodations : Homestay, Superior Homestay, New Yorker residence.

Choose a type of accomodation
  1. the duration of your living accomodations must be equal or less than the duration of your course
  2. Certian accomodations are not availavle for a minimum number of weeks:

Homestay 1

Homestay

Language Travels living accomodation united-states new-york-broadway
Double rooms are reserved only for people travelling together. Bed linens and towels provided. The families are located in the neighborhoods of Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Bronx, Long Island, Westchester and New Jersey. High season fees 34 € per week. from 19 June 2010 to 18 September 2010 .
>> Stay from Saturday to Saturday
>> Approximative time to school : 50 min. by transportation
Accommodation options (prices in €)1 week (2+)
twin room (2 beds) - Bed & breakfast - Shared bathroom183
single room - Bed & breakfast - Shared bathroom243
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Homestay 2

Superior Homestay

Language Travels living accomodation united-states new-york-broadway
The families are located in the neighborhoods of Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Bronx, Long Island, Westchester and New Jersey. High season fees 34 € per week. from 19 June 2010 to 18 September 2010 .
>> Stay from Saturday to Saturday
>> Approximative time to school : 50 min. by transportation
Accommodation options (prices in €)1 week (2+)
single room - Bed & breakfast - Private bathroom298
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Residence 1

New Yorker residence

Language Travels living accomodation united-states new-york-broadway
The residence is located in the center of Manhattan, close to all of the facilities. Linens will be provided but students should bring their own towels. Students are responsible for maintaining their own rooms. The building staff cleans the common areas (hallways, lounges, kitchens) daily. There is no safe in the rooms. A refundable deposit of $150 will be collected by EC upon arrival.
>> Stay from Saturday to Saturday
>> Approximative time to school : 10 min. on foot
Language travel living accomodation - Air-conditioningLanguage travel living accomodation - BarbecueLanguage travel living accomodation - Internet accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Kitchen accessLanguage travel living accomodation - Laundry facilitiesLanguage travel living accomodation - MicrowaveLanguage travel living accomodation - RefrigeratorLanguage travel living accomodation - Swimming poolLanguage travel living accomodation - TelephoneLanguage travel living accomodation - TVLanguage travel living accomodation - Wifi
Accommodation options (prices in €)1 week
twin room (2 beds) - Without meals - Private bathroom357
single room - Without meals - Private bathroom459
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  1. Optional : Transportation upon arrival

This option is available only if you request an accommodation
New York airports : One way airport - 111 €New York airports : Roundtrip airport/airport - 221 €

Your language travel price

TOEFL Preparation Course

Study abroadtuition 4 week(s)1411 €
Study abroadRegistration fees80 €
Study abroadBooking fee128 €
Study abroadI-20 express mail 0 €

accomodation

Study abroadAccomodation 0 week(s)0 €
Study abroad0 extra night(s)0 €
Study abroadPlacement fee0 €

Transportation

Study language around the world - Activa LanguagesNew York airports 0 €
 
Total booking price1619 €
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ALTO
ALTO is a global non-profit organization and sector association of the World Youth Student & Educational (WYSE) Travel Confederation.
ALTO membership is a symbol of quality. Members are vetted by the larger membership community, examined for financial health, and referred by other ALTO members. In addition, ALTO members adhere to the ALTO Charter, Members’ Guarantees of Quality, and other guidelines issued by the association.
Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.
New York City is the most densely populated city in North America, as well as the most populous city in the United States. Its nickname is the “Big Apple” and is frequently called “the city that never…
ACCET
ACCET was founded in 1974, for the purpose of improving continuing education and training, and has been officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Education since 1978 as a “reliable authority” on the quality of education and training provided by the institutions we accredit. In 1998, ACCET became the only recognized accrediting agency to be certified as an ISO 9001-Quality Management System, under the international standards established by the International Organization for Standardization, and continues to hold that unique status.
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Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
British Council
The British Council is a state organization that controls and attests to the quality of language schools.
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Courses taking place during the bank holidays indicated below will be neither made up nor paid off.
WYSE
The World Youth and Student Educational Travel Confederation is a non-profit association that comprises more than 550 members who represent the travel community for young people, students, and educational endeavors. WYSE’s mission is to promote international understanding by encouraging travel and educational opportunities for young people.
Choose a small group course to focus intensively on your own needs.
A mini group course is ideal for highly motivated people who have only a short period of time to study. You will improve your speaking and listening skills, and correct and develop what you have already learned.
This training guarantees a maximum amount of progress in a short amount of time. Courses are organized in a seminar style with a maximum of 6 students.
The course will help you develop your general English skills in several key areas, including conversation, listening, reading and grammar.
This program is recommended for those who wish to learn a language and also be able to do other activities. Improve your communication skills through application in a variety of everyday situations. This course enables you to improve your grammatical knowledge, your vocabulary and your pronunciation.
The standard general language course is suitable for those who want to learn or improve a language, while having the opportunity to practice it everyday in the country where it is spoken.
English UK
Formed in 2004 from two previous associations (ARELS and BASELT), English UK has 340 centers in private schools, educational trusts and charities, further education colleges and universities.
All their members are accredited by the British Council under the Accreditation UK Scheme, which we run in partnership with the British Council.
Their key roles are to promote quality and to represent their members' interests.
For students, enrolling at an English UK center is the best way to ensure that they have a positive experience in the UK, and that they get the most out of their English language course.
Both the standard and intensive language course increase your general knowledge of the language, and allow you to acquire everyday communication skills. The intensive language course is great for those who prefer a more focused and intensive environment in which to learn a language.
AAIEP
Through its support for ethical and professional standards for intensive English programs, the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP) promotes the well-being and educational success of its English language students.
Through its advocacy efforts with both governmental and nongovernmental actors, AAIEP communicates the value of English study in the U.S. and make studying the language more accessible.
The Intensive TOEFL Preparation Course is designed to help students acquire the skills and confidence necessary to get a high TOEFL score.
TOEFL is recognized throughout the world by universities and businesses as a measure of English proficiency. A high TOEFL score is required of international students by most U.S. colleges and universities for admission.
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