Host:
EF International Campus
Contact:
Ms. Rachel Damiani, Director Tel: 914-332-1072 Fax: 914-332-5878 100 Marymount Avenue Rita Hall Tarrytown, NY 10591-3796 USA
Established:
1991 
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EF International School of EnglishDescriptionYear-round Intensive English Programs (20, 24 or 30 lessons per week) with flexible duration from 2 to 52 weeks; arrivals every 2 weeks; special interest classes and flexible add-on packages are available during the year The Academic Year Abroad program offers a fixed 37-week program and a variety of special interest and content courses, as well as a professional internship. LocationEF ILS New York is located on the beautiful campus of Fordham University in the quaint town/village of Tarrytown, New York. Students will live here like a typical American college student as they study English. The school is on a 25-acre wooded campus and offers great on-site amenities such as access to a fitness center, gym, swimming pool, campus bookstore, cafeteria, and café. It is only a 5 minute walk to the downtown area of Tarrytown where there are quaint shops and cafes. A train trip to New York City is only a 45 minutes ride where students enjoy shopping, eating, visiting museums, the Empire State Building, Central Park and a fun nightlife.Teaching QualificationsEF teachers hold a BA with a MA in TESOL or related field preferred. They have experience in English language instruction with a focus on communicative teaching methods. Teachers register with the NY State Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision. Teachers must have completed at least a qualified training program (CELTA) or have one year of teaching experience. Master’s degree is preferred.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: No
Other Programs:Examination Preparation Course; TOEFL preparation; Academic Year Abroad
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 17
Average Class Size: 15
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 2
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 2
8 group levels available
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 36
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
Short-term program 2 week minimum duration of study, with maximum of 52 weeks. Courses start every other Monday. Academic Year Program - 9 months September - May January - August April - December Semester Program - 6 months September - March January - June April - August Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 5%
Asia: 55%
Europe: 20%
Latin America: 15%
Middle East: 5%
Average Enrollments:
February: 0
July: 0
October: 0
FacilitiesLocated on Fordham University Campus our students have full access to the university facilities.FeesFees based on a session length of 4 weeks. Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information. Included means that this service is provided at no extra charge.
Optional Fees:
Fees depend on what type of language program students would like to attend and room and board accommodations
Notes on Fees:
Fees based on a session length of 4 weeks. Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information. Educational Service OpportunitiesAcademic library, computers and on-line service; EF University Placement Service available for a fee; possibility of internships within the local community; Marymount courses open to qualified students for a fee; language lab; TOEFL exam preparation TransportationTransfer from arrival airport to course center is included in the tuition fee for LY students (available for a fee for other students). Tarrytown has a local bus service and is located on the Metro-North train line into Manhattan. |
