New York University (NYU)American Language Institute (ALI) [New York, NY]
HIGHLIGHTS
- Receive free after class tutoring and participate in the weekly Conversation Partner Program
- Enjoy NYU's unique campus with a modern sports center and one of the largest libraries in the United States
- Live in colorful Greenwich Village, one of the world's leading artistic and intellectual communities.
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 Intensive Course in American English |
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About the ESL Program
The American Language Institute (ALI) was established in 1945 as part of New York University's School of Continuing and Professional Studies. The main purpose of the ALI is to provide non-native English speakers with the academic abilities and language skills essential to succeed either at an American university or in a professional environment. The ALI curriculum provides their students with a comprehensive program of English language instruction, evaluation and advisement while concurrently orientating them to the United States’ multi-cultural environment. Outside of the classroom, students are encouraged to participate in the many field trips and activities organized by the ALI including attending theater, ballet or concert performances and visiting various points of interest in the New York City area. The ALI is a proud member of UCIEP, a U.S. consortium of University and College Intensive English Programs known for its high professional standards and quality English language instruction.
DATA
- Type : Private
- Airport Pickup : No
- Establishment : 1945
- Internet Access : Yes
- Membership/Accreditation : UCIEP, AAIEP
- Tuition : High
- Enrollment : 130 - 160
- Activities : Weekly
- Average Class Size : 15 -18
- Location : Urban
- Student Adviser : Yes
- Transportation : Subway, Bus, Taxi, Train
A Message from School
Take a moment… …and picture yourself living and studying in New York City.
Sweet, eh?
At New York University (NYU), the American Language Institute (ALI) provides students from around the world, people from all walks of life and at all levels of proficiency with an extraordinary English language learning opportunity in the heart of New York City.
With two ideal locations—the historic Woolworth Building in the Financial District, and our brand new facility on 12th Street between Union and Washington Squares—the ALI is perfectly positioned to help you take full advantage of the exciting “vibe” of downtown Manhattan.
Long a recognized leader in preparing individuals for the rigors of academic and professional success in the English speaking world, the ALI delivers creative programs of instruction with a personal touch. Our classes are fashioned to develop independent learners ready to take on the next challenges of their academic, professional, and personal lives.
As an integral part of the NYU’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS), the ALI helps students with limited English proficiency connect to other SCPS programs, to the vast cultural and academic resources of NYU and to the university’s growing Global Network.
At the ALI, you will refine your English language skills, learn the subtleties of American culture, and discover the thrill of embracing a multi-cultural world with a cosmopolitan, New York state of mind.
Come join us in New York.
Peter McCagg
Director, American Language Institute
Director, American Language Institute
CONTACT INFORMATION
New York University
School of Continuing and Professional Studies
American Language Institute
48 Cooper Square, Room 200
New York , NY , 10003-7154 , U.S.A.
TEL: 212-998-7040
FAX: 212-995-4135
E-mail: ali@nyu.edu
Website: http://www.scps.nyu.edu/areas-of-study/american-language-institute/
School of Continuing and Professional Studies
American Language Institute
48 Cooper Square, Room 200
New York , NY , 10003-7154 , U.S.A.
TEL: 212-998-7040
FAX: 212-995-4135
E-mail: ali@nyu.edu
Website: http://www.scps.nyu.edu/areas-of-study/american-language-institute/
Student Countries of Origin
The ALI hosts 4,000 students each year from over 75 countries. Recently, students have come to the ALI from Asia (54%), Central and South America/Caribbean (25%), Europe (17%), the Middle East (3%), and Africa (1%).
Faculty Qualifications
ALI instructors are all faculty members at New York University and hold at least a master's degree in English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Applied Linguistics or in a closely related field. The personal and academic qualities and years of teaching experience among ALI instructors make each uniquely qualified to offer meaningful language-learning opportunities to their students. All instructors have lived and traveled abroad, speak at least one foreign language and have extensive training and experience teaching ESL/EFL to students from around the world. ALI instructors are the authors of more than 50 recent texts in language education.
Housing
While attending the ALI, students can experience living on-campus in university dormitories. Students living on-campus will be close to classes, campus activities and other students – both American and international. Students are encouraged to arrange housing as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. Although the university housing is safe and conveniently located, many students prefer to rent or share off-campus apartments. The ALI may introduce private off-campus apartments, however it is the students’ responsibility to make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly.
Surrounding Area
The NYU campus is ideally located in the heart of historic Greenwich Village in downtown New York City. Recognized as one of the world’s leading artistic and intellectual communities, Greenwich Village is famous for its contributions to the fine arts, literature and theater, and its laid-back, European style of living. The focal point of the NYU campus, Washington Square, is within minutes of drama and dance theaters, bookstores and record stores, world-class museums and art galleries, coffeehouses, restaurants, nightclubs, funky shops and unique boutiques, and the eclectic neighborhoods of Little Italy and Chinatown. With countless intellectual, cultural and entertainment opportunities in a distinguished academic environment, students at NYU can easily enjoy the advantages of living and studying in New York City.
About the College/University
Founded in 1831, New York University (NYU) is the largest private university in the United States. The University's distinguished academic atmosphere attracts both highly-respected professors and top-notch students alike. NYU is comprised of 13 schools, colleges and divisions at five centers in Manhattan, in addition to research locations across the United States and various university programs in 20 different countries around the world. NYU is especially renowned for its School of Medicine, School of Law, Stern School of Business, Tisch School of the Arts and the Institute of Fine Arts. The University offers its undergraduate students more than 2,500 courses and bachelor's degrees in over 160 areas of specialization. The NYU campus is home to more than 50,000 students from all 50 American states and more than 150 countries around the world, and 3,507 faculty members. Ninety-nine percent of NYU faculty members hold doctoral degrees and are recognized as world-famous scholars, researchers, and artists, among them Nobel laureates and Pulitzer Prize winners. Students actively participate in traditional campus life with more than 250 student-run clubs and organizations, including 6 campus newspapers, 12 journals and magazines, and 2 radio stations. NYU's sports and recreation center is home to a full intramural sports program and 19 intercollegiate sports teams.
Conditional Admission / Credit Courses
Qualified students in Levels 4 and 5 can enroll in the English for Academic Purposes course and earn academic credit. No conditional admission to the university is available.
Courses
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Intensive Course in American English APPLYAbout This CourseThe Intensive Course in American English and Orientation offers two 14-week sessions in the fall and spring and two 6-week sessions during the summer season to students who wish to learn English effectively and accurately in the shortest possible time. Students enrolled in the Program receive 22 hours of in-class instruction per week and practice the fundamentals of speaking, listening, reading and writing.
The Program offers 6 levels of English classes, from beginning to advanced. There are nine ranks of instruction over the 6 levels: Level 1 (beginning, Rank 10), Level 2 (low intermediate, Ranks 20-30), Level 3 (intermediate to high intermediate, Ranks 40-60), Level 4 (low advanced, Rank 70), Level 5 (advanced, Rank 80) and Level 6 (advanced, Rank 90). At the beginning of each session, students take an English proficiency test to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. The test assesses students' grammar, vocabulary, listening comprehension, writing and speaking skills. Additionally, students have a personal interview with an ALI faculty member for counseling purposes and to select appropriate courses.
In addition to attending the Program's classes, students are also introduced to the United States' language, life and culture outside of the classroom by attending theater, ballet and concert performances, as well as visiting American families in the surrounding community. Several times during the semester, the ALI organizes field trips for its students to explore the New York City area including the United Nations, the New York Stock Exchange, the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, and New York's world-class museums.
Small, interactive classes are emphasized to ensure full student participation. Class sizes range from 13 to 17 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction.Course DataCLASS SIZE: 13 - 17 students CLASS LEVELS: 6 levels COURSE LENGTH: 6,12,14 weeks MINIMUM AGE: 18 years old REQUIREMENT: N/A VISA INFORMATION: I-20 issued upon request HOUSING: Dormitory or On-Campus Apartment Dates20126 WEEKS: 5/14 - 6/28 6/25 - 8/9 12 WEEKS: 5/14 - 8/9 14 WEEKS: 9/4 - 12/6 FeesAPPLICATION FEE US$ 150TUITION FEE (2012) 6 WEEKS US$ 2,510 12 WEEKS US$ 4,000 14 WEEKS US$ 4,820 HOUSING
PLACEMENT FEEN/AHOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 6 WEEKS N/A US$ 3,000 N/A 12-14 WEEKS N/A US$ 6,000 - 11,000 N/A Airport Pickup Service N/ARemarks / Other InformationDates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Application fee is non-refundable.
Housing fee does not include meals.
LOCATION
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Location
New York UniversitySchool of Continuing and Professional Studies American Language Institute 48 Cooper Square, Room 200 New York , NY , 10003-7154 , U.S.A. |
From John F. Kennedy International Airport:
It is the student's responsibility to arrange their own transportation from the airport to campus. Taxis are available at the airport. It will cost approximately US$45 and will arrive on campus in 1 hour. The campus is also accessible by a combination of bus and subway.
From LaGuardia Airport:
It is the student's responsibility to arrange their own transportation from the airport to campus. Taxis are available at the airport. It will cost approximately US$50 and will arrive on campus in 1 hour. The campus is also accessible by buses that run on a limited schedule.
It is the student's responsibility to arrange their own transportation from the airport to campus. Taxis are available at the airport. It will cost approximately US$45 and will arrive on campus in 1 hour. The campus is also accessible by a combination of bus and subway.
From LaGuardia Airport:
It is the student's responsibility to arrange their own transportation from the airport to campus. Taxis are available at the airport. It will cost approximately US$50 and will arrive on campus in 1 hour. The campus is also accessible by buses that run on a limited schedule.
Student Reviews
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By A Former Student [ tokyo, Japan ]
2009/3/6 -
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By Victoria [ Taichung, Taiwan, Age 30, Female ]
2009/3/6 3 of 4 people found the following review helpful.師資、學習環境良好 1 上課生動活潑、引發學習興趣。
2 課程規劃種類廣泛，選擇性多。
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By 學生 [ 台北, 台灣, Age 24, Female ]
2009/3/6 4 of 5 people found the following review helpful.會讓人想待下來的一所好學校！ 師資健全、語言中心系統完整，在這裡念書真的有非常受到照顧的感覺，老師經驗豐富，在這兩個學期以內，無論是聽說讀寫都有明顯地進步。加上學校資源豐富，除了學習英文外，還有許多體驗當地文化跟參與課外活動的機會，像是學校定期舉辦的電影欣賞、學校售票中心特地優惠學生的百老匯、籃球、棒球球票等。此外，學校坐落在downtown，生活機能方便，雖然學費較其他NYC的學校為高，但就C/P值而言，真的是非常划算的一所好學校！
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By 익명 [ 서울, 한국, Age 22, Female ]
2009/10/14 3 of 4 people found the following review helpful.NYU 수업커리큘럼은 좋아요.
오후수업은 선택해서 듣는데요.. 좋은거 많아요.
학교부설이다보니 학교시설이용하는것도 좋아요.
특히 도서관이 멋져요 병원시설도 이용해보고.
그런데 한국인이 좀 많이 있어요.
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By 익명 [ 서울, 대한민국, Age 29, Female ]
2009/3/6 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.NYU 언어연수 추천해요 2005년 가을학기와 2006년 봄학기를 수료했습니다.
레벨로 하면 중상이었는데, 수료후 바로 뉴욕소재 아트스쿨에
합격할 정도의 언어능력에 도움이 되었다고 봅니다.
수업내용도 알차고 오후 클래스에선 선택과목으로 야외활동(미식가들을 위한 식당공부, 뉴욕의 역사, 뉴욕타임즈 공부하기, 초등학교 학생들과 체육시간 참여 등)이 많아서 지루하지 않게 영어공부 잘했습니다.
다만 수업료가 다른 지역이나 다른 학교에 비해 높은 편이나
그만큼 수업의 질도 좋고 분위기도 재미있게 공부할 수 있어서
자발적인 참여를 이끌어 냅니다. 무엇보다 NYU 본교학생과
같은 학생증이 발급되어 도서관이나 부대시설 이용에 문제가 없고
학생들에게 주어지는 문화시설 이용시 할인혜택도 누릴 수 있죠.
요즘은 환율이 좀 세서 언어연수에 대해 주저하겠지만
영어공부나 인생공부엔 좋은듯해요.. 특히 뉴욕은 미술전공자에겐
천국같은곳. ㅁㅎㅎㅎ.. 다녀온 선배로 강력추천인거죠!!^^
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By Musiker [ New York, USA, Age 28, Male ]
2009/3/6 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.선생님들 선생님들 마다 좀 다르긴하지만 보편적으로 잘 가르칩니다. 특히나 중 상위 레벨로 올라갈수록 수업의 질은 더 좋아지는듯 하고요.
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By 元留学生 [ kumamoto, Japan, Age 28, Female ]
2010/12/12 5 of 6 people found the following review helpful.総合力が身に付く学校 名門NYUのsecond language courseだけあって、教師のレベルが非常に高く楽しみながら学べる環境が整っていた。特に、本気で英語力を伸ばしたい人やspeaking,listening,writhing,readingをまんべんなく学びたい人にお勧めの学校だと思う。
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By 元留学生 [ 東京都, 日本, Age 21, Male ]
2010/3/1 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful.New York University 私は2009年のFall Semesterを受講していました。授業の質•教師陣の質ともにGoodです。日本人の比率はNYどこに行こうと、日本人はいると考えて下さい。2009年のFall Semesterの場合は、レベルが上がるにつれて、日本人が増えていました。英語にある程度自信があり、更なる上達を望んでいる方であれば、満足出来ると思います。本校の規模が大きいのでALIの人は蚊帳の外といったスタッフの対応に悩まされる事は多々あり…。受講している生徒も上品な人が多いと思います。立地条件はEast VillegeのAstor place駅に近いので、日本人にとって過ごしやすい事は間違いないです‼ New York Lifeを是非満喫して下さい。
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By Keroppi [ 東京都, 日本, Age 30, Female ]
2009/3/15 12 of 12 people found the following review helpful.NYUのALIで本場の使える英語を習得！ ニューヨーク大学American Language Instituteは、英語に自信のない人から、仕事で英語を使っているけど海外滞在経験が短い人、大学・大学院に行く準備をしたい人まで、その人のレベルに合った英語力を高めるシステムが整っています。
まず最初に10～70まで７段階のレベルチェックテストを受け、自分のレベルに合ったクラスで１学期（３ヶ月）勉強します。カリキュラムも読む・聞く・話す・書くの４つをバランス良く伸ばすように組まれています。
宿題はさほど多くなくて、授業中も皆が発言できるよう、先生が気を配ってくれるので、３ヶ月しっかり勉強すれば、きっと英語力はアップするはず。
それにNYUは、ジャズハウスが多くて日本人街もあるVillageに近くて、立地条件は最高。週末はクラスメートと一緒に出かけたり、NY観光をしたりと、NYでの生活を満喫しながら、英語もしっかり勉強できます。
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By あり [ 広島県, 日本, Age 23, Male ]
2009/3/6 4 of 5 people found the following review helpful.グランドゼロのそばでの３か月 講師の皆さんが素晴らしかった。単に英語を教えるだけでなく、勉強法などをクラスでのディスカッションを通じて学んだりと独特で授業内容に飽きることがありませんでした。また生徒との対話をとても重視していて、何かを求めればそれがしっかりと返ってくるような環境だったように思います。
また午後のアクティビティの授業では毎週イーストビレッジの小学校を訪ねて子供たちと一緒に体育の授業に参加したり、イヤーブックを作るために先生方にインタビューしたり（アポイントなども自分たちでする）と日本の語学学校では学べないことだと思います。
中級クラスの校舎はグランドゼロとは目と鼻の先のウールワースビルディングの中。そういった場所で学ぶ機会もなかなか他ではないのではと思います。近くにはデリがいくつかあるので昼ご飯にも困りませんでした。
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By tel [ TOKYO, JAPAN, Age 58, Female ]
2009/3/6 21 of 21 people found the following review helpful.55歳からの留学 小学生からのあこがれのニューヨーク。自分の時間もお金も自由になったと思ったら、もうとっくに50を超えていました。子供の留学を考えながら見ていたApplyESL.comを自分のために見るようになり、先に試して来るからと4人の子どもと主人の了解を得ていざニューヨークへ。ニューヨーク大学に来てみるとそこには様々な国から様々な年代の人が来ていました。先生はプロフェッショナルで、団塊世代の私たちが受けた受験一本槍の英語授業とは違い、毎日が目からうろこの充実した授業でした。同じクラスになると年齢に関係なく友達になれるのがとってもいい。放課後はクラブに入ることもでき、大学所有のジムで泳ぎを習ったりしました。学生証の提示で映画も美術館もすべて学生料金。大学のチケット売り場ではヤンキースの試合もたったの3ドルでした。青春時代がまたやってきたようで元気いっぱいにニューヨークライフを楽しんできました。帰国したらすごく若くなったって言われたのもあって病みつきになりそう。子供たちに先駆けて留学したので親の立場からもいいアドバイスをしてあげることができました。主人や子供たちからもちょっと尊敬されていい気分でした。
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By 鈴木 吉昭 [ 東京都, 日本, Age 50, Male ]
2009/3/6 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.やっぱりNY NYという街に滞在したくてNYUに決めましたが
英語のプログラムの講師の質も高く
SCPS（School of Continuing and Professional Studies)
などの授業も選択でき 大変満足のいくものでした。
大昔にColumbia Universityの英語プログラムに参加したときには
Language Program主催の授業外のactivitiesがありましたが
NYUにはなかったようで それが残念です。
Libraryにも歩いてすぐのアパートを借り
久しぶりに学生に戻ることができ
とても楽しく過ごすことができました。
ありがとうございました。
申し込みの際は日本に比べると返答が遅く、直接何回か問い合わせしなければなりませんでした。日本でないから 仕方ないのかもしれませんが…
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By yuchin,lin [ taipei, taiwan, Age 26, Male ]
2009/3/7
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