English school in New York USA 
“I love NY!” That’s how most students feel after their first week at our English School in New York. Meet our friendly, experienced team and we’re confident you’ll feel the same.
Why you’ll love Embassy New York
We’re close to Times Square and the Empire State Building on 7th Avenue (between 28th & 29th street).
With highly qualified teachers you’ll make fast progress and our busy social programme means no two weeks are ever the same – cheer at a Yankees baseball game one week and sing along to a Broadway musical the next.
Live in Manhattan without paying a fortune at our student residence, close to leafy Central Park and the world-famous Columbia University.
When in New York…
Enjoy a brunch in the trendy SoHo neighbourhood
Facilities and highlights
- WiFi-enabled
- IT suite
- Interactive whiteboards
- Student lounge
- University application counselling
- Manhattan residence
- Activities
Student Residence
Have fun sharing a residence with other international students
Distance from school
25 minutes by subwayMeals provided
Not included. Find affordable restaurants and grocery stores within walking distanceRooms
Single and shared rooms with shared bathrooms
Homestay (live with a host family)
Live with an English-speaking host and practise your English every day!
Distance from school
45-90 minutes by public transportMeals provided
14 per week (breakfast and evening meal)Rooms
Single
General English Course
Choose long-term, short-term, standard or intensive English tuition from elementary to advanced level.
Beginners English Course
Open the door to new opportunities – learn English in just a few weeks with motivating teachers.
Communication Skills
To improve all-round English skills and specifically develop your spoken English, book a General English course + Communication Skills
Business English course
General English + Business elective lessons – Improve all your English skills and specifically develop your Business English
English in Action
Combine a General English course with an unpaid placement in a US organisation.
TOEFL exam preparation course
Choose one of our award-winning schools in North America to get the skills, strategies and TOEFL score you need.
Cambridge CAE exam course
Get the best tips and advice on how to pass your Cambridge Advanced English (CAE).
Cambridge FCE exam course
Focus on skills you’ll need to pass the FCE level with our professional teachers and technology-rich classrooms.
Language Semester Abroad
Choose 1, 2 or 3 semesters or a whole language year abroad. Ideal for university, for your career or for the time of your life.
Vacation and Travel English Course
Learn English part-time and explore the USA. No Student Visa required!
One-to-one English lessons
Boost your progress and develop your fluency.
Local facilities
Bus stop: 2 minutes’ walk
Shopping centre: 7 minutes’ walk
Post office: 5 minutes’ walk
Park: 15 minutes’ walk
Café: 1 minute’s walk
Bank: 5 minutes’ walk
Mosque: 5 minutes’ walk
Church: 5 minutes’ walk
Newsagent: 1 minute’s walk
Supermarket: 5 minutes’ walk
Travelling around the city
By subway
The closest subway stop is right on the corner of the street. Simply take the #1 subway train from 28th Street station to reach Penn Station, Times Square, and many other New York attractions.
By train
Penn Station is also only a few blocks away, providing access to the Long Island Railroad and New Jersey Transit.
By taxi
Alternatively, taxi cabs are an affordable option in New York City.
Cost of Living
We currently advise that students should budget approximately US $300 per week. This will cover all basic transport, food and entertainment costs. (Last updated April 2013)
Sample prices (all in US $):
| Item | Price in US $ |
|---|---|
| A cup of coffee (in a chain like Starbucks) | 2.50 – 5.00 |
| Can of Coca Cola | 1.00 |
| Big Mac hamburger | 4.50 |
| Three course meal in a reasonably priced restaurant | 15.00 – 24.00 |
| Takeaway, e.g. from a noodle bar | 5.00 – 10.75 |
| Cinema ticket | 14.00 |
| Nightclub entrance | 10.00 – 25.00 upwards |
| Subway | 2.50 per ride; weekly 30.00; monthly 112.00 |
| Long Island Railroad | 18.00 return; weekly 72.00; monthly 230.00 |
| Taxi | 2.50 minimum, plus 2.50 per mile. More at night |
Popular trips from New York:
- Boston – home of Harvard University and MIT
- Philadelphia – home of the Liberty Bell
- Washington D.C. – marble monuments and museums celebrating the history of America
- Niagara Falls – wonder of the natural world
No two weeks are ever the same, but here’s an idea of what to expect:
- 5th Avenue shopping experience
- Statue of Liberty Ferry – views of Manhattan
- Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge
- View the city from the top of the Empire State Building
- NY Yankees baseball game
- NY Knicks basketball game
- Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
- Art galleries (mostly free), Cinema, Broadway Theatre, Clubs (aged over 21 only) and cycling through Central park
