What we like about the school
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation
- Excellent rating of student apartments
- New York is one of the top destinations our students liked most
Rennert International
The language school Rennert International was founded in New York, USA in 1973. The school is conveniently located in the center of Manhattan, near everything that makes New York a world-class city - the lights of Times Square, the art of the Lincoln Center, the theaters of Broadway, Central Park and the popular sub-culture of the Downtown area.
The school address is: 211 East 43rd Street, NY 10017 - New York, USA (see on map)
Accreditations and Quality seals
IALCSchool Size:
Facilities
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
22Number of public PC workstations:
22Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Disabled toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Prices include
- Organized activities
- Internet access and use of school computers
- Welcome dinner
- Wireless LAN zone at school
- Free certificate of course attendance
- Language level placement test at first day of classes
- For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by qualified consultant
Course material:
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 69 US$ per course.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 550
- Adult courses throughout the year: 250
- Junior courses in summer: 100
Average age of students
- in summer: 23 years
- throughout the year: 27 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 10
- Adult courses throughout the year: 10
- Junior courses in summer: 6
- Junior courses throughout the year: 6
Minimum age of students
- 17 years
- 13 years for specific Junior courses
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):
17
1
8
6
6
5
1
10
16
13
5
3
1
2
Optional airport transfer
Best arrival airport is John F. Kennedy International (JFK).
Newark Liberty International Airport:250 US$ pick up
500 US$ return (both ways)
John F Kennedy International Airport:
205 US$ pick up
410 US$ return (both ways)
La Guardia Airport:
205 US$ pick up
410 US$ return (both ways)
Days without class
In 2018 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2018, 19.Feb.2018, 28.May.2018, 04.Jul.2018, 03.Sep.2018, 22.Nov.2018, 23.Nov.2018, 24.Dec.2018 - 28.Dec.2018.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are classes recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
English Courses
Lessons per week: 16
| Max. group size: 12
361 US$ per week
Less
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 1900 1805 | 2280 2166 | 2506 2381 | 2864 2721 | 3222 3061 | 3580 3401 | 3938 3742 |
Classes from Monday to Thursday, with the possibility of attending also on Fridays (free of charge).
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
3-4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:10
Afternoon: 13:40 - 17:20
Morning: 9:30 - 13:10
Afternoon: 13:40 - 17:20
Lessons per week: 16
| Max. group size: 12
931 US$ per week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 980 931 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This program consists of 4 weeks of Vacation 'N'Learn, followed by 20 to 40 hours of volunteer experience.
The price listed is only the internship placement fee, so the price for English lessons need to be added.
Internship offered in various fields: Marketing, Fashion, Arts, Design, Architecture, etc.
For students with tourist visa or waiver.
The price listed is only the internship placement fee, so the price for English lessons need to be added.
Internship offered in various fields: Marketing, Fashion, Arts, Design, Architecture, etc.
For students with tourist visa or waiver.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2100 1995 | 2400 2280 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 | 1080 1026 |
Course A (Tuesdays): American Business Writing, Communication & Culture.
Course B (Wedensdays): Presentation and Public Speaking.
Course C (Thursdays): Pronunciation and Accent Reduction.
Course D: Business Writing (available in private lessons or small group). Different fees apply.
Duration: 8 or 16 weeks.
You can take 1, 2, 3 or 4 courses.
Price listed is for 1 course only.
Materials not included.
Course B (Wedensdays): Presentation and Public Speaking.
Course C (Thursdays): Pronunciation and Accent Reduction.
Course D: Business Writing (available in private lessons or small group). Different fees apply.
Duration: 8 or 16 weeks.
You can take 1, 2, 3 or 4 courses.
Price listed is for 1 course only.
Materials not included.
Starting dates
2018: 19.Mar.2018, 21.May.2018, 23.Jul.2018, 24.Sep.2018.
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 18:25 - 20:30
Afternoon: 18:25 - 20:30
Lessons per week: 15
| Max. group size: 5
711 US$ per week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 748 711 | 1496 1422 | 2244 2132 | 2992 2843 | 3740 3553 | 4008 3808 | 4676 4443 | 5344 5077 | 6012 5712 | 6680 6346 | 8016 7616 |
Students must participate in a phone interview and fill out a questionnaire before being accepted into the program.
Class can take place during the afternoons during busy periods.
Class can take place during the afternoons during busy periods.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:30
Morning: 9:30 - 12:30
Lessons per week: 15
| Max. group size: 1
1539 US$ per week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 1620 1539 | 3240 3078 | 4860 4617 | 6480 6156 | 8100 7695 | 8700 8265 | 10150 9643 | 11600 11020 | 13050 12398 | 14500 13775 | 17400 16530 |
Students must participate in a phone interview and fill out a questionnaire before being accepted into the program.
Flexible timetable.
Flexible timetable.
Starting dates
Every Monday .
Note: All courses offered by Rennert International, New York can be reserved 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: 50 minutes
Comments about courses:- All Language Plus courses require an additional registration fee of USD 125
- If you move from one level to the next, you will need to purchase new books.
- Absolute beginners must take an additional 5-lessons tutorial (cost USD 315 per week).
- If you move from one level to the next, you will need to purchase new books.
- Absolute beginners must take an additional 5-lessons tutorial (cost USD 315 per week).
Accommodation
In high demand!
Single room, No meals
565 US$ per week
Less
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 565 | 1130 | 1695 | 2260 | -- | 3390 | 3955 | 4520 | 5085 | 5650 | 6215 | 6780 | -- | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Location is safe and convenient to all forms of transportation. Includes use of gym, library, swimming pool. Maximum stay is 90 days.
Price extra night:
95 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Distance from school:
4 minutes walking (average reported by our former students)
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
High season dates 01.Jul.2018 - 22.Sep.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$ Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast
| Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 1400 US$ per month
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | -- | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3150 | 3500 | 3850 | 4200 | -- | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Located in safe residential areas. Laundry and cleaning is not included for personal clothing; information about laundromat or washing facilities provided by host. Students may receive telephone calls from abroad. Access to kitchen with permission of the host.
Additional meals available:
5 Dinners/week = USD 425 per week
7 Dinners/week = USD 455 per week.
Additional meals available:
5 Dinners/week = USD 425 per week
7 Dinners/week = USD 455 per week.
Price extra night:
95 US$
(Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
High season dates 22.Dec.2018, 30.Dec.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 US$ Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Double room, Breakfast
| Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 980 US$ per month
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 490 | 735 | 980 | -- | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2205 | 2450 | 2695 | 2940 | -- | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Located in safe residential areas. Laundry and cleaning is not included for personal clothing; information about laundromat or washing facilities provided by host. Students may receive telephone calls from abroad. Access to kitchen with permission of the host.
Price extra night:
85 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Double room.
Includes:
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
High season dates 22.Dec.2018 - 30.Dec.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 US$ Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
Single room, Breakfast
| Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 2160 US$ per month
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 1080 | 1620 | 2160 | -- | 3240 | 3780 | 4320 | 4860 | 5400 | 5940 | 6480 | -- | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Located in safe residential areas. Laundry and cleaning is not included for personal clothing; information about laundromat or washing facilities will be provided by host. Students may receive telephone calls from abroad. Access to kitchen with permission of the host. Optional dinner 5 days per week: USD 105 per week.
Price extra night:
95 US$
(Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Breakfast, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
High season dates 22.Dec.2018 - 30.Dec.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 US$ Only limited places left for the summer months!
Double room, No meals
515 US$ per week
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 515 | 1030 | 1545 | 2060 | -- | 3090 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Newly-built, modern residence located on the Upper East Side equipped with a game room and gym for student use.
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Double room.
Distance from school:
25 minutes by public transport
Includes:
TV, Phone, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
Fully booked on: 12.Aug.2018 - 31.Dec.2018
Single room, No meals
| Minimum stay in weeks: 4
525 US$ per week
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 525 | 1050 | 1575 | 2100 | -- | 3150 | 3675 | 4200 | 4725 | 5250 | 5775 | 6300 | -- | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Includes use of gym, library, and swimming pool.
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Distance from school:
25 minutes by public transport
Includes:
TV, Phone, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
High season dates 01.Jul.2018 - 22.Sep.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 US$
Double room, No meals
435 US$ per week
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 435 | 870 | 1305 | 1740 | -- | 2610 | 3045 | 3480 | 3915 | 4350 | 4785 | 5220 | -- | 300 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
A bed in a double bedroom in a shared apartment with closet for storage, dresser, desk and chair, flat-screen Smart TV. The apartment has a large dining room, microwave, coffee maker, full stove/oven and a balcony. Shared with other Rennert students of mixed gender.
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Double room.
Distance from school:
25 minutes by public transport
Includes:
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Dates
High season dates 01.Jul.2018 - 22.Sep.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
Single room, No meals
535 US$ per week
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | Deposit (refundable)* | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 535 | 1070 | 1605 | 2140 | -- | 3210 | 3745 | 4280 | 4815 | 5350 | 5885 | 6420 | -- | 300 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
A single bedroom in a shared apartment with closet for storage, dresser, desk and chair, flat-screen Smart TV. The apartment has a large dining room, microwave, coffee maker, full stove/oven and a balcony. Shared with other Rennert students of mixed gender.
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Distance from school:
25 minutes by public transport
Includes:
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
Dates
High season dates 01.Jul.2018 - 22.Sep.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
415 US$ per week
More
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 415 | 830 | 1245 | 1660 | -- | 2490 | 2905 | 3320 | 3735 | 4150 | 4565 | 4980 | -- | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Location is safe and convenient to all forms of transportation. Includes use of gym, library, swimming pool. Maximum stay is 90 days. Doubles are for two students arriving together, except in summer season.
Price extra night:
85 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together).
Distance from school:
5 minutes walking
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 17
Dates
High season dates 01.Jul.2018 - 22.Sep.2018
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 US$ Students may add meal plans to their stay. Meal tickets can be used Monday to Friday at local eateries close to all Rennert locations. Tickets are non-refundable.
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | |
| Baseball | | |
| Basketball | | |
| Cooking | | |
| Dancing | | |
| Football (soccer) | | |
| Golf | | |
| Music | | |
| Rugby | | |
| Sailing | | |
| Skiing | | |
| Squash | | |
| Swimming | | |
| Table Tennis | | |
| Tennis | | |
| Volleyball | | |
| Yoga | |
Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
Reviews
4.0/5.0
Overall Rating
176 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usCity
4.8/5.0
Organisation
4.0/5.0
Facilities
3.5/5.0
Social activities
3.8/5.0
Course quality / Progress in language
3.9/5.0
Value for money
3.6/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.8/5.0
Shared Flat
3.2/5.0
other
3.4/5.0
Students liked about Rennert International, New York
Helena20 years - Spain
“It has a good organization, and the teachers were very good and their lessons very interesting”
Overall Rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
other
4.0/5.0
Graziella56 years - Italy
“There are only ten students every class, organization, teachers and more”
Overall Rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
n/a
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Vanderbilt YMCA Residence Hall
1.0/5.0
Additional information
Other comments: I look forward to come back early and I hope to do so the next may
Nadine24 years - Germany
“The location of this school is great! It was lovely to meet students from all over the world! Great experience!”
Overall Rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
other
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Don't miss the Observation deck of the Empire State Building, the Bronx Zoo, Statue of Liferty etc.
Other comments: I was a little bit disappointed because a lot of the teachers of Rennert Bilingual have actually other occupations.
Chiara25 years - Italy
“The most important thing is to improve your english everyday.”
Overall Rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
3.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
3.0/5.0
Accommodation
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: study before the grammar.
Melania30 years - Italy
“The buildings of the school are in the city center very near to everything, the classrooms are small, the teachers and stuff are friendly, there are students from all over the world”
Overall Rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
3.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
other
1.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: the school has a lot of computers and internet is free (you can also use mns), go to the school events, you can meet a lot of new friends
Map of public transport system
Other English schools in New York offering English courses:
- Brooklyn School of Languages, Brooklyn
- College of Staten Island , Staten Island
- Embassy English, Mid-town Manhattan
- English Language School, Manhattan
- Kings
- LSI - Language Studies International, Manhattan
- New York Language Center - Midtown
- New York Language Learning Center
- English school in New York: OHC English
- St Giles International
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