
GEOS, New York, USA
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General Information on GEOS
The language school GEOS was founded in New York, USA in 1989. GEOS Language Institute has 2 campuses and they are located in the heart of Manhattan, right inside the world famous Empire State Building. The Midtown campus and the Chelsea campus are convenient to all public transportation. Within walking distance of the school, students can visit such famous places as the New York Public Library, Madison Square Garden, the Museum of Modern Art, etc. The school is also close to Broadway, Times Square and lots of places to eat and shop.
Click here for a detailed New York city guideFacilities
Computers, wireless Internet access for laptops, self study materials, audio-video equipment, kitchenette.
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Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is JFK New York. It takes 60 minutes by bus/taxi/subway to school.
2.1. Language School GEOS in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 400 Adult courses throughout the year: 250 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 7 throughout the year: 7 | |
| English teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 95 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | yes | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 24 years throughout the year: 24 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 2 % China 1 % Germany 3 % France 3 % | Italy 3 % Japan 15 % Korea 40 % Switzerland 1 % Spain 30 % |
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Show details of all courses | Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 300 | 580 | 870 | 1160 | 1375 | 1650 | 2200 | 2750 | 3180 | 265 |
| Classes start at 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 depending on level. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 275 | 510 | 765 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1960 | 2450 | 2760 | -- |
| Classes start at 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 depending on level. This course consists of 16 clock hours, therefore no visa is required under the visa waiver program. Maximum duration: 12 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 05.Jan.2010, 02.Feb.2010, 02.Mar.2010, 30.Mar.2010, 27.Apr.2010, 26.May.2010, 22.Jun.2010, 20.Jul.2010, 17.Aug.2010, 14.Sep.2010, 13.Oct.2010, 09.Nov.2010, 07.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | -- | 1160 | 1375 | 1650 | 2200 | 2750 | 3180 | 265 |
| Minimum duration: 4 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 8:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Advanced (C1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | -- | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1960 | 2450 | 2760 | -- |
| This course consists of 16 clock hours, therefore no visa is required for national under the visa waiver program. Minimum duration: 4 weeks. Maximum duration: 12 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 8:30 - 13:30 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Advanced (C1) | |||||||||
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| Note: All courses offered by GEOS, New York can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 60 minutes |
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School's administrative fee: | 100.00 US $ |
| Exams offered: | TOEFL |
| Average examination results: | 550 at TOEFL |
| School closed: | In 2010 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2010, 18.Jan.2010, 15.Feb.2010, 31.May.2010, 06.Sep.2010, 11.Oct.2010, 25.Nov.2010, 04.Jul.2010, 11.Nov.2010, 25.Dec.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 26.Nov.2010, 24.Dec.2010 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Cantonese, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, English |
| Comments about courses: | The beginner and intermediate courses take part at the Chelsea campus and the advanced courses at the Empire State Building campus. |
Show details of all accommodations | weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] ![]() | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in US $ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 250 | 180 |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Host Families live in safe, comfortable neighborhoods in Queens, Brooklyn, and Northern New Jersey. Distance from school: 65 minutes by public transport Includes: Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 36 US $ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Comment | The school suggests students to book one month of homestay and, upon arrival, school staff will assist with alternative housing. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | JFK, LaGuardia only: for 150 US $ (one way) JFK, LaGuardia only: for 200 US $ (return trip) |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing | 0 km | |||
| Diving | 20 km | |||
| Golf | 10 km | |||
| Horse riding | 10 km | |||
| Mountainbiking | 10 km | |||
| Music | 0 km | |||
| Sailing | 10 km | |||
| Skiing | 10 km | |||
| Squash | 0 km | |||
| Tennis | 0 km | |||
| Volleyball | 0 km | |||
| Windsurfing | 10 km | |||
| Other leisure options: | Live Music, Art, Nightlife | |||
| Examples of social activities organised by GEOS: | Soho Tour, Museum of Modern Art, Empire State Building visits, Pub Night, etc. | |||
| No. of reviews: | 62 |
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| Overall rating | 3.7/5.0 (Details) |
| City | 4.8/5.0 |
| Organisation | 3.6/5.0 |
| Facilities | 2.9/5.0 |
| Social activities | 3.2/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 3.8/5.0 |
| Value for money | 3.4/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | 4.0/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 3.9/5.0 |
| Other | 4.2/5.0 |
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