• Founded in 1985, New York Language Center (NYLC) is an English language school with four locations in one of the most dynamic cities in the world - in Upper West Side Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan, Jackson Heights in Queens, and The Bronx.

• NYLC has established itself as one of the largest and most respected English language schools in the New York area. We provide unparalleled English language instruction to students from around the world of all levels - beginner, intermediate & advanced.

• We offer intensive English, TOEFL exam preparation and Business English classes designed to fit your individual needs. We have classes on weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings & weekends, depending on the location.

• F1 visa / I-20 students are accepted at New York Language Center in any Intensive Language Program of English.

• NYLC - Midtown, Upper West Side & Jackson Heights are accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA).

• Whether you live in New York or are visiting from abroad, our affordable and convenient courses make NYLC the ideal choice for your language education. Our teachers are all dedicated ESL teaching professionals.

Student Review:
"Definitely, I couldn’t have chosen any better option than NYLC for my English studies. It's not just for the fun time you can have there. It's for the people you meet there. NYLC combine a great study methods with a patient and committed team of teachers who become your friends."
- Samuel, Venezuela

English Classes in NYC
For beginner to advanced level. Courses vary by location.

• Intensive English Program (ILP)
• Semi-intensive ESL program
• TOEFL preparation
• Private English lessons
• Weekend English course on Saturdays
• Part-time ESL programs (day & evening classes)
• Everyday English program
• Business English classes
• Explore New York City - An ESL writing course
• ESL programs for small groups of 10-15 juniors / teenagers from educational tour agents.
• ESL programs for individual juniors / teenagers accompanied by a guardian in NY.

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2. Kaplan International USA

Courses / Programs

• From city centers to college campuses, New York to Los Angeles, choose from 18 first-class English schools across the U.S. with Kaplan International.

• Whatever your current English language skills, we can provide you with the right course in the right location to meet your needs.

• Join the many thousands of students who have already benefited from our experience in international education and commitment to quality, and begin you journey to personal, academic and career success with Kaplan International.

• Our English language schools offer a comprehensive range of English courses, exam preparation courses, practical business English and accommodation options for students of all language levels to boost their professional and academic careers.

• With more than 40 language schools in eight countries, Kaplan International, world leader in English education, has been teaching English as a foreign language to students and professionals since 1967.

• Our language schools in the USA are accredited by ACCET and are members of TESOL and NAFSA.

School locations include:
• New York, Los Angeles, San Diego, Berkeley, San Francisco, Miami (Florida), Boston, Chicago (Illinois), Seattle, Portland (Oregon), Washington DC, Philadelphia PA, and more

Student Review:
”I have a lot of new friends. They have different traditions and cultures, it’s really interesting. I feel more confident, I felt happy here at Kaplan.”
- Julia

Quality English Language Courses:
• Vacation English courses
• General English (including Academic Year/Semester options)
• Intensive English (including Academic Year/Semester options)
• 'Best of America' Academic Year program
• TOEFL and Academic English
• Business English for professionals
• Summer English camps for teens & juniors (San Diego)

College / Graduate Exam Preparation Programs:
• Cambridge exam preparation (FCE, CAE, CPE)
• GMAT test preparation
• GRE exam preparation

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3. Kaplan International New York - Empire State

Courses / Programs

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• Study English in one of the world’s most widely recognized buildings - the Empire State Building!

• Kaplan International's modern English school on the 63rd floor is a state-of-the-art language learning facility, offering a comprehensive range of English courses to help students of all English levels advance their academic and professional careers.

• With over 40 years of experience providing first-class English language education, Kaplan International offers you high standards of teaching and student care, along with quality English courses and accommodation at our English school in New York.

• With over 40 English schools in eight countries, Kaplan International, world leaders in English language education, has been teaching English as a foreign language to students and professionals since 1967.

• Our English language schools in New York are accredited by ACCET, and citizens of 82 countries studied at our Empire State Manhattan ESL school last year.

Student Reviews:
"Kaplan has been one of the most amazing experiences in my life where I met a lot of friends from around the world and also discovered NYC very well."
- Ahmad

”I never got bored at school, every teacher is interactive with the students. There are lots of things to do here. The night life in New York is awesome, this city never sleeps!”
- Elvira

Beginner to Advanced Level English Language Courses:

• General English classes
• General English Academic Year/Semester options
• Intensive English courses
• Intensive English Academic Year/Semester options
• 'Best of America' Academic Year program
• Vacation English lessons
• Business English for professionals / executives
• TOEFL and Academic English

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4. Kaplan International New York - SoHo, Lower Manhattan

Courses / Programs

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• Join Kaplan International's English school located just a block north of New York's hip SoHo district in Lower Manhattan, and study English while experiencing life in a New York neighbourhood famous for its art, music and fashion.

• Our wide range of courses includes intensive language courses, semester options, TOEFL English, exam preparation, and more.

• Gain the English language skills and academic approach needed to succeed while making friends from around the world with Kaplan International, world leaders in English language education.

• Each of our English courses in New York has a special focus, allowing you to direct your studies to suit your particular language needs. Short term to long term, vacation to intensive English, you will find a range of English courses in New York with Kaplan International.

• Ideal for students of all levels, you will improve your English quickly and effectively with our English courses.

• Enrol with Kaplan International in the friendly and vibrant atmosphere of SoHo and begin your journey to personal, academic and career success.

• Citizens of 83 countries attended our SoHo NYC ESL school last year.

Student Review:
“Kaplan teachers are very good and they make the lessons interactive. The classes are very interesting so you always want to be a part of it. I like that the school is very modern and you feel like at home, everybody knows each other here."
- Geisha, Venezuela

Quality English Language Courses:
• General English classes
• General English Academic Year/Semester options
• Intensive English courses
• Intensive English Academic Year/Semester options
• Business English
• Intensive Business English
• TOEFL and Academic English
• Vacation English lessons

Exam Preparation Programs:
• Cambridge Exam prep (CAE, FCE)
• GRE Test preparation
• GMAT Exam preparation

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5. ABC Languages, Manhattan - Private English lessons in NY & Online

Courses / Programs

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• Private English tutoring in English since 1997: ABC Languages, a premiere language institute in NYC, has provided the highest quality language training to individual students, schools, businesses and organizations throughout the city.

• Our popular language school is located at 146 West 29th Street in Chelsea, Manhattan West Side (between 6th and 7th Avenues, near Penn Station, NoMad, Flatiron, Koreatown and Midtown Manhattan), and close to the subways.

• We offer a professional, warm and friendly learning environment for our students who come during the day time, or in the evenings after work, or on weekends to learn English or another second language of their choice.

• We also offer private and semi-private onsite lessons at homes and offices in Manhattan, NJ, Westchester County NY & Fairfield County CT.

• Transportation: Most subways stop within very close walking distance to us including the 1, 2, 3, A, C, E, B, D, F, M, N, R, Q, PATH Train and more. We recommend any stop at 28th Street, Herald Square, 34th Street or Penn Station.

Student Reviews:
• "A lot of fun and I improved my pronunciation!"

• "The teacher was very good and the class seemed to suit my needs. I was very satisfied."

For Adults / Working Professionals / Business Executives / Diplomats / University Students / Children & High School Teens:

• General, one-on-one, private English lessons for adults & children / high school students
• Customized Professional English classes
• Customized Business / Management English classes
• Customized Academic English classes for college / university preparation

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6. Technology Career Services International, Manhattan

Courses / Programs

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Conveniently located on Broadway in Manhattan, Technology Career Services International offers English language programs to international students from beginner to advanced levels. In addition to our traditional ESL program, we also provide TOEFL Preparation courses and a Business Communications program. TCS International is an ideal place to study English in the greatest city in the world - New York City.

Our mission is to provide in demand quality language training that leads to successful careers while improving the communication skills of our international students. Through effective hands-on language skills training and career placement services, TCS ensure students are prepared for successful careers.

Study English with us and see why New York City and TCS International have so much to offer. We are authorized and licensed by the New York Department of Education, and we are authorized by USCIS to support F-1 Visa students.

Quality English Language Programs:

- English as a Second Language (ESL) Program
- Test Of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Preparation
- Business Communications Program

- Graphic / Web Design program also available

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7. New York English Academy

Courses / Programs

• Located just three blocks north of Wall Street in Lower Manhattan, New York English Academy (NYEA) provides quality full-time English language courses to students from around the world.

• Approved by the New York Board of Education and licensed by the NYS Education Department, we are authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant students.

• You will be awarded a Certificate of Completion at the end of your course.

• Established in 1998, our courses include Standard English, Business English, private English lessons, and TOEFL iBT preparation.

• Available year-round, our courses are suitable for students of all levels - beginner, intermediate & advanced.

• Upon arrival, we will give you an placement test to determine your level. We will then place you in the English class that best suits your needs.

We offer flexible schedules with morning and afternoon classes available.

• We welcome students from over 50 different countries and this creates a great international environment for learning, making new friends and learning different cultures.

• Our qualified and experienced English teachers create schedules that allow you to go beyond the classroom and experience English conversation first-hand.

• You will also have opportunities to learn more about American culture during your class sessions and on field trips.

Student Testimonial:
"Come to New York English Academy. It’s a very nice and cozy place! A very professional school, with nice and prepared teachers."
- Alessandro, Italy

English Language Courses for Adults:

• Full-time Standard English courses (18 / 20 hours per week)
• Part-time Standard English courses (14 hours per week)
• TOEFL iBT preparation (4-week/ 72-hour, or 8-week/ 144-hour course)
• Short-term Summer English courses
• Business English (4 week course)
• Conversation & Pronunciation (4 hours per week)
• Slang & Idioms (4 hours per week)
• Private English lessons
• TEFL / TESOL English teacher training

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8. US Accent Coach, NYC

Courses / Programs

Based on Manhattan's Upper East Side, US Accent Coach provides online and on-site accent reduction classes to students from around the world. We make it our job to help you improve your speaking, pronunciation and English language skills with our one-on-one accent reduction classes.

The purpose of our accent reduction courses are to improve our students pronunciation so that they can be more easily understood by native English speakers and feel more confident with their speech. After we discover all of the areas in which you need assistance, we develop a list of target goals made personally for you, and decide which kind of classes you need.

Your Accent Coach will work with you to learn what you need by speaking with you one on one over an internet platform, asking you about your concerns and assessing your problematic areas.

Accent reduction coaching sessions will teach you the appropriate speech modification techniques and the basic sounds and principles of the American English accent.

Online / On-Site Accent Reduction Classes:

Features include:
- Pronunciation
- Word production
- Stress and intonation
- Voice projection & enhancement

- Online classes (3 hours, weekly) taught via Adobe Connect

- On-site classes taught to those living in New York City and surrounding areas (on-site or at agreed location)

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9. AmLotus International Language Institute, NYC

Courses / Programs

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Located in the Chelsea area of Manhattan, AmLotus is an English language & College career preparation training school that provides a wide range of beginner to advanced level English language programs in addition to graduate school / SAT preparation courses to students from around the world. Interactive hands-on classes capture students' complete attention by using highly innovative technology and unique additional course materials.

AmLotus' professional college consulting teams provide unique college consulting services covering everything that students need to know to get accepted into their desired schools. At the end of our courses, students will develop various writing strategies and presentation skills, and present different angles/perspectives on U.S. society, all of which are required for college and
the workplace.

We also offer numerous up-to-date test topics and question types in official TOEFL & SAT tests. Also, AmLotus’ outstanding instructors from Ivy League and other prestigious universities analyze challenges in tests and offer students the best instruction to be well prepared for the exams.

Beginner to Advanced Level English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses:

- General ESL Courses (18 hours per week)
- Intensive ESL Courses (18 hours per week)
- Business English for Professionals(12 hours per week)
- TOEFL Courses (6 hours)
- Conversational English Courses

College/ Graduate School Preparation Courses:

- Public Speaking
- Academic Writing
- Placement Test Preparation
- SAT Intensive Courses
- Summer / Winter Youth Camps

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10. OPMI Business School, Lower Manhattan

Courses / Programs

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Situated Downtown in Lower Manhattan, just 3 blocks from Wall Street, OPMI Business School provides a range of English language (ESL) courses at beginner to advanced levels.

Not only do we offer courses on improving your English skills, but OPMI students also have an opportunity to widen their horizon to build up social relationships and make friends from around the world.

With our great location in the heart of Manhattan, New York City, studying in OPMI is your best choice to achieve your ESL academic and career goals efficiently.

OPMI Business School Inc. is a New York State Education Department Licensed Private Career School.

General / Intensive English Courses:

Students in the Intensive English Programs can take 8 consecutive levels in the course:

- Beginner Level English
- Level 1 English
- Level 2 English
- Level 3 English
- Level 4 English
- Level 5 English
- Lower Advanced English
- Upper Advanced English

English Elective Courses:
- American Culture Course
- Learning English for Academic Purposes
- TOEFL Exam Preparation