Host:
Metropolitan College of New York
Contact:
David Hughes, Director Tel: 212-965-9940 Fax: 212-965-1268 431 Canal Street 12th Floor New York, NY 10013 USA
Established:
2001 
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Language Studies InternationalDescriptionLSI New York offers Standard and Intensive group courses, as well as Individual courses for business and professional purposes. TOEFL Preparation is also available. We have weekly start dates and viable course lengths. Students may use the computer labs of Metropolitan College of New York with free internet access. Student services include both accommodation and activity programs.
LocationLanguage Studies International New York is located in downtown Manhattan on the edge of SoHo near the Financial District.
Teaching QualificationsAs required by the New York State Education Department, all instructors must have a bachelor's degree plus one of the following: a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language or one year's full time ESL/EFL teaching experience.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:TOEFL Preparation Individual lessons Work Experience, both short term and long
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 14
Average Class Size: 10
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 2
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 2
Classes follow an integrated skills appoach focusing on all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Conversational Fluency is available as an afternoon option at all levels, and TOEFL Preparation is an afternoon option for students at the High Intermediate level or above.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 22
Maximum Hours Per Week: 30
Part Time Available: No
Session Length:
2 - 48 weeks with Starting Dates each Monday
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 0%
Asia: 40%
Europe: 40%
Latin America: 20%
Middle East: 0%
Average Enrollments:
February: 80
July: 200
October: 120
FacilitiesLanguage Studies International is located at the Manhattan campus of Metropolitan College of New York. Facilities include two computer labs with free internet access, a college library, and a student lounge with snack and beverage machines.
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:
Airport Transfer $120 each way from JFK, LGA, and EWR to a destination within the 5 boroughs of New York City. No fee for housing placement Work Experience: Short-term $800; Long-term $1900
Notes on Fees:
Discounts are built into tuition rates for long-term study of 12+ weeks. Special International School Year rates for 24, 30, 36 and 40 weeks are also available.
AccommodationsHomestay: $1260
The Homestay rate is for 4 weeks, single room with half board (breakfast and dinner) outside Manhattan. The rate for homestay with breakfast only outside Manhattan is $252 per week, or $1008 for 4 weeks. Also available are the West Side YMCA Residence and the Vanderbilt YMCA Residence at a cost of $427 per week, or $1708 for 4 weeks. Rooms are single with shared bath, no meals included. Student ServicesLSI New York offers a full program of teacher- and staff-run after-class activities as well as weekend excursions through American International Tours. A fulltime Student Services Coordinator is available to assist with students' daily needs, including banking, medical treatment, and immigration matters. Educational Service OpportunitiesLSI staff members are available to assist students wishing to take the official TOEFL Exam or to apply to American colleges and universities. TransportationLSI New York is easily accessed via Subway Lines 1 and 9 (the Red Line); A, C, and E (the Blue Line); and N and R (the Yellow Line): Canal Street Station. AffiliationsCertified by the New York State Education Department; authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students; accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training; member of NAFSA, TESOL, and AAIEP |
