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    THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTER


  • Spring 2021 registration is open!

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  • All classes at The English Language Center are remote. There is no in-person learning at this moment.

    Online/virtual classes will be scheduled live on a video conferencing platform (Zoom). You can join class sessions using your electronic device with internet connection. You will meet with your teacher online for the duration of the class.



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    • Spring 2021

    • Summer 2021

    Summer 2020 / Day Classes

    We are still registering for summer! Programs begin July 6. Register and pay right now to join our summer online.

    ** We are authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students in our intensive classes. April 20, 2020 is the last date to submit I-20 applications from abroad.

    FULL-TIME DAY CLASSES

    MORNING INTENSIVE PROGRAM **

    Duration: July 6 - August 27
    Days: Monday - Thursday
    Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Sessions/Hours: 32 sessions / 144 hours
    Tuition: $1475.00 USD
    TEEN ENGLISH ACADEMY

    Duration: July 13 - August 13
    Days: Monday – Thursday
    Time: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Sessions/Hours: 20 sessions / 80 hours
    Tuition: $875.00 USD

    Summer 2020 / Evening Classes

    We are still registering for summer! Programs begin July 6. Register and pay right now to join our summer online.

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: July 6 - August 27
    Days: Monday to Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 32 sessions / 80 hours
    Tuition: $675 USD
    LISTENING & SPEAKING

    Duration: July 6 - August 26
    Days: Monday & Wednesday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $360 USD
    READING & WRITING

    Duration: July 7 - August 27
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $360 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *

    Duration: July 7 - August 27
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $360 USD


    Summer 2020 / Saturday Classes

    We are still registering for summer! Programs begin July 6. Register and pay right now to join our summer online.

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: July 11 - August 29
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $360 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *

    Duration: July 11 - August 29
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $360 USD


    Summer 2020 / Test Prep Classes

    We are still registering for summer! Programs begin July 6. Register and pay right now to join our summer online.

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *
    Duration: July 7 - August 27
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $360 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *
    Duration: July 11 - August 29
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $360 USD




    Fall 2020 / Day Classes

    Registration for Morning Intensive Program for Fall 2020 is closed.

    ** We are authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students in our intensive classes. July 6, 2020 is the last date to submit I-20 applications from abroad.

    FULL-TIME DAY CLASSES

    INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM **

    Duration: September 23 - December 7
    Days: Monday - Friday
    Time: 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
    Sessions/Hours: 49 sessions / 168 hours
    Tuition: $1735.00 USD
    AFTERNOON INTENSIVE PROGRAM **

    We will not offer the Afternoon Intensive Program in Fall 2020.





    Fall 2020 / Evening Classes

    REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN! REGISTER NOW!

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.

    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: October 7 - December 14
    Days: Monday to Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 36 sessions / 90 hours
    Tuition: $745 USD
    LISTENING & SPEAKING

    Duration: October 7 - December 14
    Days: Monday & Wednesday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 18 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD
    READING & WRITING

    Duration: October 8 - December 10
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 18 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *

    Duration: October 8 - December 10
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 18 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD

    Fall 2020 / Saturday Classes

    REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN! REGISTER NOW!

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.

    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: October 10 - December 12
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 9 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *

    Duration: October 10 - December 12
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 9 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD

    Fall 2020 / Test Prep Classes


    REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN! REGISTER NOW!

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *
    Duration: October 8 - December 10
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 18 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *
    Duration: October 10 - December 12
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 9 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD


    Winter 2021 / Day Classes

    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JANUARY 5

    ** We are authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students in our intensive classes. October 3, 2020 is the last date to submit I-20 applications from abroad.

    FULL-TIME DAY CLASSES

    INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM **

    Duration: January 13 – March 19
    Days: Monday - Friday
    Time: 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
    Sessions/Hours: 45 sessions / 154 hours
    Tuition: $1605.00 USD




    Winter 2021 / Evening Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JANUARY 11

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: January 20 – March 17
    Days: Monday to Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 32 sessions / 80 hours
    Tuition: $685 USD
    LISTENING & SPEAKING

    Duration: January 20 – March 17
    Days: Monday & Wednesday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD
    READING & WRITING

    Duration: January 21 – March 16
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *

    Duration: January 21 – March 16
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD

    Winter 2021 / Saturday Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JANUARY 14

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: January 23 – March 13
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *

    Duration: January 23 – March 13
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD

    Winter 2021 / Test Prep Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JANUARY 11 | Evening Classes

    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JANUARY 14 | Saturday Classes

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *
    Duration: January 21 – March 16
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *
    Duration: January 23 – March 13
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD



    Spring 2021 / Day Classes

    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: MARCH 25

    ** We are authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students in our intensive classes. January 15, 2021 is the last date to submit I-20 applications from abroad.

    FULL-TIME DAY CLASSES

    INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM **

    Duration: April 5 - June 14
    Days: Monday - Friday
    Time: 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
    Sessions/Hours: 49 sessions / 168 hours
    Tuition: $1735.00 USD



    Spring 2021 / Evening Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: MARCH 29

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: April 7 – June 10
    Days: Monday to Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 36 sessions / 90 hours
    Tuition: $745 USD
    LISTENING & SPEAKING

    Duration: April 7 – June 9
    Days: Monday & Wednesday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 18 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD
    READING & WRITING

    Duration: April 8 – June 10
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 18 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *

    Duration: April 8 – June 10
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 18 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD

    Spring 2021 / Saturday Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: APRIL 8

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: April 17 – June 12
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 9 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *

    Duration: April 17 – June 12
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 9 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD

    Spring 2021 / Test Prep Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: MARCH 29 | Evening Classes

    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: APRIL 8 | Saturday Classes

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *
    Duration: April 8 – June 10
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 18 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *
    Duration: April 17 – June 12
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 9 sessions / 45 hours
    Tuition: $395 USD



    Summer 2021 / Day Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JUNE 22

    ** We are authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students in our intensive classes. April 14, 2021 is the last date to submit I-20 applications from abroad.

    FULL-TIME DAY CLASSES

    INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM **

    Duration: June 30 - August 26
    Days: Monday - Thursday
    Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Sessions/Hours: 32 sessions / 144 hours
    Tuition: $1495.00 USD
    TEEN ENGLISH ACADEMY

    Duration: July 12 - August 12
    Days & time: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00am to 2:30pm
    Thursday 10:00am to 4:00pm
    Sessions/Hours: 20 sessions / 80 hours
    Tuition: $895.00 USD

    Summer 2021 / Evening Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JUNE 25

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: July 6 – August 31
    Days: Monday to Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 32 sessions / 80 hours
    Tuition: $685 USD
    LISTENING & SPEAKING

    Duration: July 7 – August 30
    Days: Monday & Wednesday
    Time: 6:50pm - 920pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD
    READING & WRITING

    Duration: July 6 – August 31
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *

    Duration: July 6 – August 31
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD

    Summer 2021 / Saturday Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JUNE 30

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING & WRITING

    Duration: July 10 – August 28
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *

    Duration: July 10 – August 28
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD

    Summer 2021 / Test Prep Classes


    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JUNE 25 | Evening Classes

    REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DEADLINE: JUNE 30 | Saturday Classes

    * These classes require a placement test before registration.
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON LISTENING & SPEAKING *
    Duration: July 6 – August 31
    Days: Tuesday & Thursday
    Time: 6:50pm - 9:20pm
    Sessions/Hours: 16 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD
    TOEFL PREPARATION: FOCUS ON READING & WRITING *
    Duration: July 10 – August 28
    Days: Saturday
    Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
    Sessions/Hours: 8 sessions / 40 hours
    Tuition: $365 USD



  • SERVICES

    Prepare for college, graduate school or a better job by learning English at LaGuardia. The English Language Center (TELC) at LaGuardia Community College is the largest English language program in New York City. Since 1971, we have served more than 275,000 students from over 80 countries.

    Why TELC?

    • Professional teachers
    • International reputation
    • Low cost and convenient location
    • Technology-supported instruction
    • Academic and immigration advisement
    • Authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students

    More information about our program can be found in our student handbook

    TELC - Services


  • How to Apply

    HOW TO APPLY

    To register at TELC, create a profile and choose a course. You will be able to pay when you register. If you are a new student, you will receive information about a placement test after you register and pay.

    Most students will not need any documents. However, students who have an I-20 must provide additional documents. For more information, see International Students section below, or contact the office.

    Register



  • INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

    Welcome to The English Language Center. Our two intensive programs (Morning and Afternoon Intensive) can help you prepare for academic study in the U.S.

    FORM I-20 Application

    View and print our complete application packet , which includes all of the information you need to prepare to apply.

    At TELC, we use eShip Global (UEMS) to mail I-20 documents to students.

    Please follow the instructions on their web page to create an account and pre-pay for shipping.

    We will print out the shipping label and mail your documents.

    If you choose to, you can also mail application documents to TELC using your eShip Global (UEMS) account.

    TRANSFER STUDENTS:

    If you are already in F-1 status studying in the U.S., view and print our transfer application packet.


    INTENSIVE CLASSES

    See the schedules, fees, and application deadlines for the Intensive English Program. More information can be found in our student handbook.

    LIFE IN NEW YORK CITY

    New York City is your classroom. TELC is one subway stop from Manhattan, where you can see Broadway, the Empire State Building, Fifth Avenue, Times Square, and so much more.

    TELC is a part of LaGuardia Community College. As a LaGuardia student, you will have access to many campus resources.

    LaGuardia does not have on-campus housing, so refer to this list for housing options in New York City.

    Life in NY

  • TOEFL PREPARATION

    Prepare for the TOEFL exam. Improve your language skills and learn test taking strategies to obtain a higher score on this college entry exam.

    See our class schedule for specific dates and times for each quarter.

    Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday 6:50pm-9:20pm or Saturday 9:00am-2:30pm

    Hours and Fees:

    • Fall and Spring – 45 hours; $395
    • Winter and Summer – 40 hours; $365


    Different skills are emphasized each quarter, so you can take this class more than once.

    Students must demonstrate high-intermediate to advanced language proficiency to take these classes.

  • TEEN ENGLISH ACADEMY

    Learn English while exploring New York City. The Teen English Academy is LaGuardia Community College combines fun and interactive ESL classes with field trips that allow students to practice their English in the real world.


    Former students say...
    "The classes were so much fun that they didn't feel like classes, which helped me learn more." -- Student from 2016

    “It was awesome! I met people from all over the world and everyone was really nice.” –- Student from 2017

    “I liked how dynamic the teachers were, and I liked the social aspect of the class.” –- Student from 2018

    “I got to meet really nice people, and the field trips were great.” –- Student from 2018

    Watch a clip from Teen English Academy 2016!


    Teen Academy



  • CONTACT US

    Phone:
    (718) 482-5360

    Email:
    english@lagcc.cuny.edu


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