Embassy EnglishNew York, USA
English courses at this language school can not be booked on our site. The information is provided in order to orient our visitors about the complete range of language course options available in New York.
Location: The school is situated in Manhattan, the financial, communications, and cultural capital of the United States. It holds the unique selling point of being the only school in New York that offers English in Action.
- The language school Embassy English was founded in New York, USA in 1980.
- Legal name / parent company: Center for English Studies LLC
- Tax registration ID: 20-1794267
English Courses
General Language
Standard (GE1) ![Popular English course]( "Popular English course")
Standard Course ![Popular English course]( "Popular English course")
Certificate 8 (Intensive)
Certificate 8 (Standard)
Embassy Smart Express
Intensive (GE2)
Intensive Course
Intensive Course Beginners
Language Semester Abroad
Standard Course Beginners
Standard Plus Course
Standard Plus Course Beginners
Travel and Culture Programme
Vacation and Travel English
Diploma of English - Academic Year
Diploma of English - Semester
Language Semester Abroad
Language Semester Abroad (24)
Junior
Junior Course New York North (12-16 years)
Junior Program - Quad Ensuite
Junior Program - Triple Standard Room
Private
One-to-One (PL5)
Business
Advanced Business Course
Certificate of Business English (GE2B)
Diploma of Business English - Academic Year
Diploma of Business English - Semester
Exam Preparation
TOEFL Exam Preparation (20)
TOEFL Exam Preparation (24)
TOEFL Exam Preparation (28)
TOEFL Exam Preparation - Core Version
TOEIC Exam Preparation - Elective Version
Cambridge First Exam Preparation - Core Version
Cambridge Advanced Exam Preparation - Core Version
Information for all courses offered by Embassy English
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
Embassy English
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Embassy English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Video game console
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 14Number of public PC workstations: 30Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Student Age / Nationality
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Newark Liberty International Airport:
195 US$ one way
390 US$ return (both ways)
390 US$ return (both ways)
John F. Kennedy International Airport:
195 US$ one way
390 US$ return (both ways)
390 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is JFK, La Guardia.
More information about airports around New York and how to get from the airport to New York on your own here on our New York page.
Visa Documents
Nationals from France can travel and study a language course up to 18 hours a week and for a maximum of 90 days without a full visa. It is just necessary to apply online for an ESTA card (Electronic System for Travel Authorization).
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
60 US$
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Baseball | | 5 km |
| Basketball | | 5 km |
| Dancing | | 2 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 5 km |
| Golf | | 20 km |
| Horse riding | | 20 km |
| Music | | 1 km |
| Skiing | | 75 km |
| Table Tennis | | 2 km |
| Tennis | | 1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Rooftop bar party
Central Park tour
Central Park tour
Adults - Paid activities
Empire State Building observation deck
United Nations Tour
United Nations Tour
Junior - Free activities
Central Park tour
Museum tours
* Brooklyn Bridge tour
Museum tours
* Brooklyn Bridge tour
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)![]()
Student opinions about Embassy English, New York
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Nora
“Everybody is very open minded, they help you whenever you're in troubles referring your home stay or your classes or...”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss take part in the freetime activities!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
3.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay Executive
2.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 2 weeks
27. Feb. 2006
Simone
30 years“The teaching method and the teachers'availability and sympathy”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss beauty of the city, teaching quality, overall reasonable prices.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments I would recommend it to all the guys of my age, beyond the language classes it's an opportunity to meet and interact with people from all over the world and different cultures. I consider it a useful and beautiful life experience.
Course: Standard (GE1) - 2 weeks
1. Jun. 2010
Paola
25 years“My teacher was very funny and made me talk a lot in English.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss You can improve your speaking but less your grammar.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay Executive
4.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 4 weeks
17. Sep. 2007
Clément
17 years“The relationship between students and teacher”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Residence in Manhattan
5.0
Course: Standard (GE1) - 2 weeks
13. Jan. 2010
César
24 years“The best of the school were the teachers.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Raquel
22 years“People are so nice and friendly”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
3.0
Social activities
4.0
Andrés
26 years“The lessons were very funny !”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
3.0
Social activities
2.0
Course: Standard (GE1) - 3 weeks
5. Oct. 2009
Riccardo
“The location and the teachers”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay Executive
5.0
Course: Intensive English (GE 2) - 3 weeks
19. Dec. 2005
Muntsa
24 years“The school was well located.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Intensive English (GE 2) - 8 weeks
27. Dec. 2007
Lyra
26 years“Meeting a lot of people”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: TOEFL Exam Preparation - Core Version - 4 weeks
9. Jul. 2008
Anonymous
30 years“Easy going teachers”
“class rooms”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
1.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Super Intensive (+35h)
3. Sep. 2002
Filippo
22 years“Meet other friends”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss don't make pictures at the U.N
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay Executive
3.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 3 weeks
10. Oct. 2007
Sara
32 years“Extra activities”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Other comments New york is very incredible, it can't be boring!
Course: Standard (GE1) - 2 weeks
16. Sep. 2008
Patricia
22 years“The location.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Standard (GE1) - 3 weeks
13. Nov. 2008
Daniele
27 years“Schoolmates.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss manhattan is great! don't go to the neighborhood like brooklin or queens if you want to go out at night
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
2.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Homestay Executive
5.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 4 weeks
13. Feb. 2007
Michela
23 years“Everything”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay Executive
4.0
Course: Standard (GE1) (GE2) - 9 weeks
15. Nov. 2008
Anna
46 years“The place”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss That courses may be in the afternoon
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay Executive
5.0
Other comments I liked that lessons was been in the morning ,that where less persons in the lift because sometime I came late in class for waiting the lift.I loved to play in english in class and speak english with other students and see english film with the class.
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 2 weeks
25. Oct. 2007
Fernando
26 years“Ambience”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 3 weeks
24. Oct. 2007
Raul
22 years“Teachers”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 3 weeks
5. Sep. 2007
Manuel Angel
25 years“Location”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 3 weeks
23. Aug. 2007
Iris Noemi
20 years“People”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Maria Teresa
22 years“People”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss open your mind
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Residence in Manhattan
4.0
Course: Standard (GE1) - 3 weeks
14. Nov. 2008
Other language schools in New York offering English courses:
- Access to Language Studies
- American English Center, Manhattan
- Anglo, Bronx
- Ardmore Language Schools, Bronx
- EC English, Manhattan
- EC English 30+
- EF International Language Center, Tarrytown
- ELS
- Embassy Junior Centre, Brooklyn
- English Outdoors, Brooklyn
- Influent
- InTuition
- Kaplan International Languages
- Kaplan International Languages 30+
- Kaplan International Languages Online English
- Kings, The Bronx
- LSI - Language Studies International, Manhattan
- Manhattan Language
- New York Language Centre - Manhattan, Upper West Side Manhattan
- New York Language Centre - Queens, Jackson Heights (Queens)
- NYC Global Center, Chelsea
- English school in New York: OHC English
- Oxford International Education
- Oxford International Education Junior Centre, Union
- PLUS Junior Centre, New Rochelle
- PLUS Junior Centre St Johns, Queens
- Rennert International, Manhattan
- Sol Camps
- Stafford House International Junior Centre
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- Tamwood Junior Summer Camp
FAQ about Embassy English, New York
- Is airport pickup offered by Embassy English?Yes. The school offers pickup from Newark Liberty International Airport (195 US$), John F. Kennedy International Airport (195 US$)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Embassy English?100% of teachers at Embassy English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Embassy English from?The highest Nationality percentage at Embassy English comes from Brazil with a 17% representation, followed by students from Japan (12%) and Korea (12%).
- Embassy English offers courses for which ages?Embassy English offers courses from years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.
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