New York, NY ELS - N.Y., Riverdale



ELS Address: 6301 Riverdale Ave., Seton Hall Riverdale, NY 10471
Tel.: (718) 796-6325
On the Campus of: College of Mount Saint Vincent

Center Information

ELS/Riverdale is conveniently located on the beautiful and romantic campus of the College of Mount Saint Vincent (CMSV) in the prestigious Riverdale section of New York City. Overlooking the Hudson River, CMSV is in a safe, residential community with fast, easy and inexpensive access to Manhattan by express bus, train or subway.

Programs

Intensive English

Cost Per Session: $1,575.00
Start Dates 2010: March 01, March 29, April 26, May 24, June 21, July 19, August 16, September 13, October 11, November 08, December 06
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The ELS Intensive English Program, our most popular program of study, will help you significantly improve your English skills, achieve greater fluency, and fully prepare you for university study in the USA. More than 600 universities, colleges and career schools accept completion of an advanced ELS level as meeting the English language requirement for admission.

Semi-Intensive English

Cost Per Session: $1,210.00
Start Dates 2010: March 01, March 29, April 26, May 24, June 21, July 19, August 16, September 13, October 11, November 08, December 06
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The ELS Semi-Intensive Program is ideal for students who want to learn English while also having time to visit local cities and attractions. Students take classes in the morning and have afternoons free to explore and use their improving English.

American Explorer

Cost Per Session: $1,150.00
Start Dates 2010: March 01, March 29, April 26, May 24, June 21, July 19, August 16, September 13, October 11, November 08, December 06
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If you are planning a short vacation in the USA and would like to include some English classes, our American Explorer Program is perfect for you. Study English in the morning and enjoy the afternoons practicing your English while sightseeing and visiting local attractions.

English for Executives

Cost Per Session: $5,195.00
Start Dates 2010: March 01, March 29, April 26, May 24, June 21, July 19, August 16, September 13, October 11, November 08, December 06
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The English for Executives Program is designed for junior and mid-level professionals who want to combine general English practice along with career-specific communication training. The English for Executives Program consists of three 50-minutes interactive group lessons and three personalized, 50-minute one-to-one lessons each day in ELS group classes. The course length may be two or four weeks, beginning on any of the 26 year-round Intensive English Program start dates.

Super Intensive English (30 lessons)

Cost Per Session: $7,050.00
Starting Date: Every Monday
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The ELS Super Intensive English Program is the fastest way to improve English proficiency. This course combines highly concentrated, one-to-one instruction and a curriculum targeted specially to the participant’s needs. Courses are individually designed based upon level of English ability, desired language use and outcomes, and length of time available for study. This program can begin on any Monday and may last for one week to four weeks or more. The Super Intensive Program consists of either 20, 30 or 45 private, 50-minute lessons each week, taught on a Monday to Friday schedule. ELS will provide assistance with accommodation arrangements.

Super Intensive Plus

Cost Per Session: $5,125.00
Starting Date: Every Monday
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For maximum results in just one week’s time, the Super Intensive Plus Program is the best choice for a busy executive. This highly rigorous course consists of 70 lessons, 50 minutes each, of combined in-class instruction and out-of-class cultural activities, generally taught from Monday through Sunday. Super Intensive Plus is ideal in preparation for an important business presentation or meeting in the United States. Due to the intensity of this program, intermediate English proficiency is highly recommended. ELS will provide assistance with accommodation arrangements.

Additional Learning Opportunities

American Conversation Partnerships
Interested in after-class conversation and friendship with an American student? Inquire after your arrival and we can arrange time with a native speaker.

College Certificate Program(s) at the College of Mount St. Vincent
Students in ELS Intensive English Program Levels 107 (or 108 in some cases) and above may have the opportunity to earn one or more university or college certificates (taught by college professors) while they progress through the Intensive English Program. Certificate Program start dates vary. Available certificate courses are:
Global Communications and the Media
Study general, corporate and international communications including computer, film, video, TV and radio broadcasting, journalism, and multimedia. Open to Intensive program students in ELS level 108.

International Business
College students in International Business are acquiring the business knowledge and cross-cultural skills that are essential to compete for career opportunities in today’s global marketplace.

Contact America! Program
Through regularly organized activities you can practice English both in and out of the classroom with native guest speakers or American students discussing various topics.

College Class Visits and Auditing
ELS Intensive students (in key levels) can visit one or more college classes, depending on professor approval.

College Credit for ELS
Eligible ELS students can receive academic credit from the ELS host college/university for having completed key ELS level(s). This credit may be applied toward any degree eventually earned at that college, but is not transferable should the student transfer to another college or university.

Access to Campus Facilities/Services
ELS students may use many of the facilities at our host college/university for free (or low cost) during their studies. Available facilities may vary, but usually include a fitness center, swimming pool, campus library, tennis court, and more.

Volunteerism Experience
ELS Language Centers offers a unique opportunity for full-time students who wish to participate in volunteer experiences at public and private, national and local organizations that provide services to adults, youth, children, elderly, handicapped and needy, or services protecting and improving the environment. Students who complete this experience will receive a certificate, which recognizes their participation.

Concurrent Enrollment at Host College
ELS students who have received conditional acceptance from the host college/university may have the chance to attend one or more individual college courses (for credit) while still studying in the Intensive English Program or Fast Track Program.



On-campus Student Residence

Show Description
Minimum Age Requirement:
17
Shared typical on campus dorm room. Shared hallway bathrooms. Rooms include beds, dressers, desks, lamps and closets. Linens are also included.

Homestay

Show Description
Minimum Age Requirement:
14
All ELS Centers offer homestay accommodations with an English-speaking host family. ELS host families are carefully screened to ensure they provide a pleasant and safe “home away from home” for our students. Living with a host family can help you learn English faster while experiencing American customs and culture firsthand. Students often develop very close relationships with their hosts — friendships that can last a lifetime. Students have their own room and are responsible for their personal transportation.

No Accommodation Needed

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Minimum Age Requirement:
14
Students have the option to find their own housing. Stay at a local hotel or choose to live with nearby family and friends.


General Facilities

  • Aerobics & other fitness classes
  • Basketball court(s)
  • Billiards (pool)
  • Cafeteria
  • Computer center
  • Golf course nearby
  • Gymnasium
  • Health center
  • Horseback riding
  • Language Technology Center (LTC)
  • Library
  • Music practice room(s)
  • Ping pong
  • Raquetball/squash Courts
  • Recreational park
  • Snack bar
  • Soccer field
  • Tennis court(s)
  • Volleyball court(s)
  • Weight/fitness Room

  • New York City's many tourist and cultural attractions, restaurants, shopping and nightlife
  • Weekend trips possible to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Boston, Niagara Falls and Canada

Area

3 Square Miles.
7.77 Square Kilometers.

Population

45,000 People.

Distance to Key Locations (from ELS center)

Minutes Method
Bank 10 Car
Airport 45 Bus Car
Bus Stop/Subway 2 Car
Downtown Area 30 Bus Car
Post Office 10 Car
Restaurant(s) 10 Car
Shopping Mall/Outlet 10 Car
Supermarket 5 Car
Sports Stadium/Center 5 Car
On-Campus Residence 2 Car
Homestay 20 Bus

Car Bike Bus Walk Train/Subway

Electricity

110V 60KHz.
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Center Staff

Paul Jarrell
I have worked for ELS Language Centers as a Director for 25 years. I was the Director at ELS in Houston for 2 years, in Staten Island for 5 years and in New York/Riverdale for 18 years. My best accomplishment is opening the Riverdale Center for ELS. I am very proud of our beautiful school, our excellent academic program and our personal service to students. Our graduates have become very successful. Our most successful graduate is now a vice president for Microsoft-Japan in Tokyo!

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