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Host:
Columbia University
Contact:
David Quinn, Chairman Tel: 212-854-3584 Fax: 212-932-7651 2970 Broadway 504 Lewisohn Hall, MC 4113 New York, NY 10027 USA
Established:
1911 |
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American Language ProgramDescriptionShort and semester-long courses in Academic English in the heart of New York City. Columbia University's American Language Program was founded in 1911. It is known as a leader in innovative curriculum design and offers courses on 10 levels of proficiency, from beginning to very advanced.
LocationThe Upper West Side of Manhattan, in New York City
Teaching QualificationsAll intstructors hold Masters or Doctoral degrees in the Teaching of English as a Second Language or a related field. All speak one or more foreign languages.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:Special Summer Courses: Advanced Academic Preparation(seven weeks) English for Business (three weeks) English for Law (three weeks) TESOL Certificate Program (eight weeks)
Private Classes: Yes
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 18
Average Class Size: 15
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 3
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 4
Courses are offered on ten levels of English proficiency, from beginner to very highly advanced.
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 18
Maximum Hours Per Week: 18
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
12 weeks starting in September or February. 7 weeks starting in late June. 4 weeks starting in January, late May and late June. 3 weeks starting in late July.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 1%
Asia: 90%
Europe: 3%
Latin America: 5%
Middle East: 1%
Average Enrollments:
February: 250
July: 400
October: 300
FacilitiesClasses are held in university buildings on the main campus of Columbia University. University housing is available. Students may use libraries, sports facilities and the university digital language laboratory.
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.
Notes on Fees:
Health Insurance and Health Service fees are charged only to students who stay for three months or longer.
AccommodationsDormitory: $999
Dormitory rates quoted are for more expensive summer housing; academic year rates are as low as $700 per month. Educational Service OpportunitiesAcademically qualified students who place into advanced level English classes may also take selected University courses. TransportationStudents should arrange their own transportation from the airport. Around New York City, movement is easy because of New York City's excellent public transportation system. |
