ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE

The College of Staten Island/City University of New York
Center for International Service
2800 Victory Blvd.
North Admin. Bldg., 2A-207

Staten Island, NY 10314 USA

TEL: (718) 982-2090
FAX: (718) 982-2108
E-MAIL: erickson@postbox.csi.cuny.edu
WEB: http://www.csi.cuny.edu

CONTACT: Mira N. Erickson, Director

  DESCRIPTION:

The Institute offers Intensive English and Cultural Orientation programs for international students, visitors, and professional and business people. During two 14-week semesters and three 9-week terms, students, from beginner to advanced levels, take 20 hours of instruction per week. Special workshops, field trips, and visits to the unique cultural institutions of New York City, provide an orientation to American culture.

  ESTIMATED COSTS:

14/9 weeks

Tuition (14/9 weeks)                    $2580/1840
Housing and meals                        2340/1500
Other
    Health Insurance                       160/120
Total                                   $5280/3460

 CLASS SIZE:

Average: 10
Maximum: 15

 AVERAGE ENROLLMENT PER TERM:

65

 HOUSING OPTIONS:

apartments, rooms, and houses in the vicinity of the campus

 HOUSING COSTS:

$400-500 per month

 LOCATION:

The College's attractive new campus is set on 204 acres of park-like land in Staten Island. A quiet, mostly residential borough of New York City, Staten Island is only 20 minutes by ferry from Manhattan.

 APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Fourteen-week semesters start in September and February. Nine-week terms start in mid-October, beginning of April, and mid-June. Applications are accepted year-round.

 EDUCATIONAL SERVICES/OPPORTUNITIES:

Academic and personal counseling, assistance with banking, introduction to the local community, and cultural and educational events are available to all students. The Office of Foreign Student and Scholar Services assists students in college application and admission process after they complete the English program.

 STUDENT SERVICES:

The Magazine Club, which produces a student publication each term, the Film Club, and the TOEFL Preparation Workshop are open to all. Students are encouraged to attend lectures, screenings, and other events offered by the college. On their field trips, students explore New York City's exciting cultural and historic landmarks.

 TRANSPORTATION:

The College of Staten Island is easily accessible by public transportation.

 OTHER PROGRAMS

DESCRIPTION:

Institutional TOEFL is administered 3 times a year. Upper-level qualified students are permitted to take 1 regular college course while studying at the English Language Institute.

 PRIVATE CLASSES AVAILABLE:

yes