Columbia University American Language Program
Intensive Academic English Program
New York, NY
Columbia University American Language Program is one of 19 English-language programs we list in New York, independent or university-run, school-reported weekly class load 18.
- Location
- New York, NY
- School-reported weekly class load
- 18Unit length varies; confirm with the school
- Accreditation
- CEA site 294
- Can issue a Form I-20
- SEVP match: Columbia University in the City of New York, SEVP NYC214F00186000. Confirm this course’s I-20 eligibility with the school.
- Record date
The record date describes our overall review, not a new verification of every field. A source link alone does not confirm current terms.
- Tuition: Detail checked 2026-09-15View source
- Weekly class load: Detail checked 2026-09-15View source
- Start dates: Detail checked 2026-09-15View source
Columbia University American Language Program tuition and fees
| Option | Length | Class load/week | Tuition | Listed total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 intensive program | 18 | $11,064 | ||
| Spring 2027 intensive program | 18 | $11,064 | ||
| Summer 2027, 4 weeks | 4 weeks | 18 | $3,688 | |
| Summer 2027, 8 weeks | 8 weeks | 18 | $7,376 | |
| Summer 2027, 12 weeks | 12 weeks | 18 | $11,064 |
Application or registration charge: $150. Confirm the refund terms with the school.
Program details to confirm
The full-time program provides 18 instructional hours per week. Tuition is $11,064 for Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 and $3,688 per four-week summer session. Activity, instructional-support, student-services, technology, health-services and applicable insurance charges are separate, as are books and living expenses. The program requires at least CEFR A2 English and does not admit beginners. The application fee and $1,000 tuition deposit are separate; the deposit is applied to the tuition balance.
Do you need a visa for this program?
The school reports a weekly class load of 18; its unit may not equal 60 minutes. For this course at American Language Program, Columbia University, a weekly hour count does not by itself establish permission to study as a visitor. Language training generally uses the student route; the visitor exception is limited to a short recreational, non-credit course during a tourist visit. Confirm the actual course and your circumstances before booking.
Review visa questionsHow this compares
At $922 a week this is number 95 of the 96 programs whose tuition we have confirmed, cheaper than 1 of the others, against a median of $319. The nearest few:
- University of Dayton Intensive English Program$645
- WESLI Wisconsin ESL Institute$660
- American Language Program, Columbia University$922
- English Language Center, Rochester Institute of Technology$1638
Lower-tuition programs in New York
These programs have a lower calculated weekly tuition figure in the same state, based on information published by the schools. Course length, fees, class load, housing and admission terms may differ, so this is a tuition comparison, not a total-cost ranking.
- Global ESL Academy$119/week
- St. John's University ELI$347/week
Recorded start dates and timing
- Spring 2027: to 2027-04-30
- Summer A 2027: to 2027-06-17
- Summer B 2027: to 2027-07-16
- Summer C 2027: to 2027-08-13
Dates can change and may depend on placement or application deadlines. Check the school's dates page
Before you apply to American Language Program, Columbia University
Check the exact course and intake with the school before paying. Our listing does not submit an application or confirm an offer of admission.
- Ask about entry age, English-level placement and any course-specific requirements.
- Ask what housing is available, its total cost and the commute to your actual classroom.
- Read the cancellation and refund terms before making a payment.
- If you need F-1 status, ask whether this campus and this exact course can issue a Form I-20. A school-level SEVP match does not establish course eligibility.
Choosing within New York
We list 19 English-language programs in New York. Compare their courses, accreditation and transfer conditions directly. New York has 44 in total, view our state listings.
Of the others in New York, 1 publish a rate we have confirmed, running $119 to $119 a week.
- Global ESL Academy$119/wk
- American English Center (AEC)- New Yorkrate not confirmed
- Bluedata International Instituterate not confirmed
- CAMPUS Education Downtownrate not confirmed
- CAMPUS Education Manhattanrate not confirmed
- CAMPUS Education Midtownrate not confirmed
Accreditation
Accredited by the CEA, site 294, next reviewed August 2029. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. Accreditation and SEVP certification are separate checks; confirm the specific campus and course’s I-20 eligibility with the school. Checked against the Commission's own list, 8 September 2026.
Common questions
How much does American Language Program, Columbia University cost?
$922 a week, calculated from the $11,064 published for its 12-week "Summer 2027, 12 weeks". School source dated September 15, 2026; confirm current prices and conditions with the school.
Do you need an F-1 visa to study at American Language Program, Columbia University?
For a course at American Language Program, Columbia University, a weekly hour count does not by itself establish permission to study as a visitor. Language training generally uses the student route; the visitor exception is limited to a short recreational, non-credit course during a tourist visit. Confirm the actual course and your circumstances before booking.
Is American Language Program, Columbia University accredited?
Yes, accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation as site 294, next reviewed August 2029. CEA is recognized by the US Department of Education. SEVP certification and I-20 eligibility require a separate check.