INTENSIVE  ENGLISH PROGRAM   New York Language Center-Jackson Heights, Broadway and the Bronx (Suitable for F-1 Visa holders)
The English as a Second Language (ESL) program at New York Language Center uses a communicative approach and is divided into levels 0-8, for students starting as beginners to those almost fluent.  The program integrates the four ESL skills: speaking, reading, listening and writing.  It is taught by experienced ESL faculty who are trained to help students progress.  All students are encouraged to practice their newly acquired skills both inside and outside of class.  Classes meet Mondays to Fridays.  Students are given both an oral and written placement test and may change courses within the first three days. TOEFL preparation is offered as a  core class..  All classes are conducted in English and are closely monitored by our academic team.  All levels may not be offered every session at each branch.  Levels are offered based on current student needs.

INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAMS, 20 hours per week

The Intensive Language Program (ILP) of 20 hours per week is divided into a core module of 80 hours of instruction per level  and 2 supplemental modules of 80 hours each as follows:

Core Module –8 weeks / 10 hours per week (each level is a module)

Levels 0 and I – Beginners                                 Levels II - High Beginner

Levels III and IV –  Low  Intermediate                 Levels Vand VI – Intermediate

Levels VII - Low Advanced                                Levels VIII – Advanced                         

Supplemental Modules – 16 weeks / 5 hours per week

Based on the student’s current level, students will move through a series of complementary courses that include pronunciation, grammar practice, idioms, writing, academic writing, phrasal verbs, American culture, business communications, reading and academic reading. 

SEMI-INTENSIVE MODULES -Students who test above level VIII may take these classes which include  ibt TOEFL Test Preparation and Advanced Listening and Speaking..   Classes are offered 3 hours daily, Monday through Friday for 8 weeks for a total of 120 hours. ILP International students must combine this program with a one hour module.

TOEFL Preparation

Students who are planning to attend college in the United States or need a TOEFL test score as a job requirements are encouraged to take our TOEFL Preparation Program.  Depending upon your level of English and prior preparation our program can help you achieve a good score on your TOEFL iBT test. New York Language Center students have in the past been accepted to NY University, Columbia University, Julliard School of Music, Fashion Institute of Technology, School of Visual Arts, New School, and the campuses of City University New York.  Individual results depend on you!
Students must be at a high intermediate level of English to begin the program.  An entrance test will be given to students joining the school for the first time.

DAYTIME PROGRAM

Proficiency Scale Level 0-III

Proficiency Scale Level IV-VII

Proficiency Scale Level VIII-XI

EVENING & WEEKEND PROGRAM

  Proficiency Scale Level 0-III

Proficiency Scale Level IV-VII

Proficiency Scale Level VII-XI

Schedules for Intensive and Semi-Intensive Programs at Jackson Heights, Broadway and the Bronx