Columbia University American Language Program [New York, NY] Full-Time Intensive English Course LOCATION 45 minutes from John F. Kennedy International Airport by car. HIGHLIGHTS Study at one of the oldest programs in English as a Second Language (ESL) in the United States Attend a prestigious Ivy League university, rich with tradition and educational excellence Enjoy living in New York City, the center of cultural diversity and world-class entertainment A Message from School David H. Quinn Chairman, American Language Program Greetings from New York City! Welcome to the American Language Program (ALP) at Columbia University. As Chairman of the ALP, I invite you to learn more about our program through our profile on ApplyESL.com.... >> Read Entire Message DATA Type : Private Establishment : 1911 Membership/Accreditation : UCIEP, AAIEP Enrollment : 350 - 450 Average Class Size : 18 Student Adviser : Yes Airport Pickup: No Internet Access : Yes Tuition : High Activities : Occasional Location : Urban Transportation : Subway, Bus, Taxi, Train CONTACT INFORMATION Columbia University American Language Program Lewisohn Hall, Room 504 Mail Code 4113 2970 Broadway New York, NY, 10027 ,  TEL: 212-854-3584 FAX: 212-932-7651 E-mail: alp@columbia.edu View Course & Apply Online Full-Time Intensive English Course The ALP provides two 12-week intensive courses per year, beginning in September and February. The ALP's 4-week Winter Institute is offered in January and the 4- and 7-week Summer Institute courses are offered in May and June. Students enrolled in the ALP intensive courses receive 20 hours of in-class instruction and language laboratory work per week, practicing all areas of the English language including grammatical accuracy, fluency and pronunciation, listening and reading comprehension, and writing ability. The ALP offers its students 10 levels of academically challenging English classes, from beginning to highly advanced. Upon students' arrival at the ALP, they are required to take the English Placement Test to help determine the level best-suited to their ability. Recognized as a distinguished leader in innovative curriculum design, ALP English instruction requires intensive class participation and active use of spoken and written English. Special elective courses are available to students in levels 6 to 8 in the fall or spring programs to study areas such as current events, American business or the American short story. Small, interactive classes are emphasized. Beginning classes are generally limited to 13 students; Intermediate and Advanced-level classes include no more than 18 students. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction. CLASS SIZE 13 - 18 students CLASS LEVELS 10 levels COURSE LENGTH 4, 7 & 12 weeks MINIMUM AGE 17 years old REQUIREMENT N/A VISA INFORMATION I-20 issued upon request HOUSING Dormitory or On-Campus Housing DATES  2008 1/07 - 2/01 (4W),2008 2/04 - 5/02 (12W),2008 5/27 - 6/20 (4W),2008 6/23 - 8/08 (7W),2008 7/14 - 8/08 (4W),2008 9/08 - 12/10 (12W),2008 APPLICATION FEE US $100 TUITION FEE 2008 4 WEEKS US $2,280 7 WEEKS US $4,560 12 WEEKS US $6,840 HOUSING PLACEMENT FEE N/A HOUSING FEE HOMESTAY DORMITORY/ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE 4 WEEKS N/A US $825-1,200 N/A 7 WEEKS N/A US $1,450-2,100 N/A 12 WEEKS N/A US $2,475-3,600 N/A OTHERS Airport Pickup Service N/A Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice. Application fee is non-refundable. Housing fee does not include meals.