FLS International New York Adult School
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Just 30 short minutes from Manhattan, FLS International New York is located in Saint Peter’s University in Jersey City. Saint Peter’s provides a unique opportunity for students to combine rigorous academics with optional community service activities. Students can easily take the subway to all the great attractions of Manhattan, located just across the Hudson River!
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FLS INTERNATIONAL NEW YORK AT A GLANCE
- Year of foundation: 2015
- City: Jersey City (2 miles/3.2 km west of Manhattan)
- Position in the city: suburb
- Minimum age in adult school: 15
- Number of FLS students at Saint Peter’s University: 50
- Main type of public transport in Jersey City and New York: Subway, buses
- Approximate number of nationalities in school each year: 100
FLS International New York, 2641 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America
“I have been working with FLS International schools for about 10 years. It has been a real pleasure to work closely with the vice executive director of the company, Mike La Riccia, for so long in all the aspects of a student’s stay. FLS International schools are specialized in language programs that prepare for university studies in America, so they are particularly well-equipped to offer classes for the TOEFL (as well as the IELTS), SAT, GRE, or GMAT, exams which are required by Bachelor’s and Master’s Programs in the United States of America and by many schools and employers abroad. As Pathways programs providers, they are also specialized in helping students with American university applications, which can be very complicated. FLS schools have students from many nationalities, with no dominating part of the world. One of the aspects I like best about FLS International in Jersey City is the possibility for students to stay in a university residence during the summer time, which is near the school. It is not used by the other language schools in New York, and there are also American students on summer programs staying there, giving FLS students the opportunity to make friends with native speakers of a similar age. Meals are also included, a provision which is unusual in a student residence for adults. Students will also be able to appreciate the fact that the school’s host families are closer to the school than is the case with other New York schools, and that the prices for courses, accommodation and the cost of living in general is lower in this location than in Manhattan, yet the city is reachable in only half an hour by public transport. FLS New York is a small school, allowing students to experience an extraordinary level of care and personal attention. As a company in general, there has been almost no special request that FLS has not been willing to accommodate in many years of working with them, for my clients as students or me as agent. All of my students have been very happy in their schools (and received good exam scores if they were preparing for one), and have often returned or recommended their friends and relatives to them—I have never had to make any special effort to advertise them.”
FLS International New York
Why Study at this School?
There are many language schools in New York, a city which is America’s top destination for English language learning. FLS International New York distinguishes itself from the other schools in the following ways:
- FLS New York is located only ten miles from Manhattan, in the residential and less expensive Jersey City, but with quick, easy access to all the attractions of “The Big Apple.”
- FLS International offers proven programs, which prepare students well for transfer to college or use of English in any environment.
- FLS International’s experienced counselors assist students at every step, from their initial application all the way to their final lesson.
- FLS International was the first ever English as a Second Language School to seek accreditation by ACCET (The Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training), and is also CEA-accredited (The Commission on English Language Program Accreditation), assuring students of high program quality.
- FLS International’s unique “English Everywhere” program brings students English learning into their homestay, their activities and their understanding of music and movies.
- FLS offers eighteen levels of English study, many more than most language schools, ensuring all students will have a class in their appropriate level.
- FLS schools on the whole have a fantastic nationality mix, with students from over 100 different countries every year.
- FLS New York has a unique educational and accommodation arrangement with St. Peter’s University, allowing students to stay in a university dormitory with other American students during the summer. During the academic year, its host families are not far from the school.
- FLS International’s courses are competitively priced and offer good value for money. Most good quality language courses and accommodation options in Manhattan are far more expensive than these.
The facilities
THE FACILITIES AT A GLANCE
- Modern six-story student center with view of lower Manhattan
- Student cafeteria
- Large student lounge and game room
- Athletic center with Olympic size pool
- 3 gymnasiums
- Tennis courts
- Jogging track
- Free Wi-Fi
- Computer lab
- Self-access reference library and study facilities
MORE ABOUT THE FACILITIES AND SERVICES
English Plus Program
FLS develops partnerships with organizations, companies, hospitals and schools in the local area to develop ways for students to participate in the community, meet people, learn new skills and practice English in new settings.
Personal Guidance
FLS centers provide highly qualified staff with expertise and care who guide students through every step of their educational pathway. The Center Directors, Housing Coordinators, teachers and staff all share the same goal of making students experience at FLS memorable and educational.
Tutorials
One-to-one tutoring is available for students to design a personalized study plan and discuss progress and areas to work on with their teachers
Airport Pickup
FLS provides airport pickup service from JFK, La Guardia, and Newark international airports.
Safety
The school has staff available 24-hours a day by emergency phone. A variety of health services are available on site.
The courses
Key facts for all courses:
- Minimum age: 15
- Length of each lesson: 50 minutes
- Number of students in class: maximum 15, average 12
- Average age of students: 20 – 24 years old
English Everywhere Program with Weekly “Hot Sheets”
This is a unique part of the FLS International core program, which centers on the “Hot Sheets,” or quick references for all the material covered in the classrooms. The Hot Sheets are utilized by the entire FLS staff and homestay families to engage students in conversations throughout their entire stay. An example of a “Hot Sheet” can be viewed here.
GENERAL ENGLISH AND EXAMINATION COURSES
Vacation English, General English and Intensive English courses
The Vacation English course offers FLS International’s core class, complete instruction listening, speaking, reading and writing in a communicative style, while still allowing plenty of time for fun and exploration. The General English course combines the core class with a daily Academic Workshop such as pronunciation clinic, conversation club, American music workshop and more options. The Intensive English program offers 3 different classes each day, a core class plus a focused elective class covering a specific skill or topic and an Academic Workshop. Elective Classes include Slang, Business English, American Culture, Public Speaking, Grammar, Composition and many more options.
- Minimum English levels: All
- Course length: 1 – 32 + weeks
- Number of lessons per week: 18 lessons/15 hours (Vacation English, core lessons only); 24 lessons/20 hours (General English, 18 core lessons/15 hours + 6 academic workshop lessons/5 hours) or 30 lessons/25 hours (Intensive English, 18 core lessons/15 hours + 6 electives lessons/5 hours + 6 academic workshop lessons/5 hours)
- Timetable: 9:00 – 12:15 (Vacation English), 9:00 – 14:15 (General English), 9:00 – 15:15 (Intensive English)
- Start dates: Most Mondays
Academic English
The Academic English course has six hours per day of quality language instruction, including two electives and a daily Academic Workshop. Students may choose two Elective Classes devoted to a specific topic or skill, such as Slang, Business English, American Culture, Public Speaking, Grammar, and Composition or choose a premium Test Preparation class to prepare for the TOEFL exam. This course is the perfect option for students desiring to transfer to an American college or university or quickly attain English fluency.
- Minimum English levels: All
- Course length: 1 – 32+ weeks
- Number of lessons per week: 36 lessons/30 hours (18 core + 12 elective lessons + 6 academic workshop lessons)
- Timetable: 9:00 – 16:15
- Start dates: Most Mondays
TOEFL Preparation Course
The TOEFL preparation course covers all the skills necessary to succeed in the exam. The course includes a total of 36 teacher-led lessons per week: 18 lessons of integrated study to improve all English skills; 12 lessons devoted to TOEFL strategies and skills and 6 lessons of Academic Workshops for additional language practice and skill development.
- Minimum English level: B1
- Course length: 1 – 32+ weeks
- Number of lessons per week: 36 lessons/30 hours (18 core + 12 elective lessons + 6 academic workshop lessons)
- Timetable: 9:00 – 16:15
- Start dates: Most Mondays
ENGLISH FOR PROFESSIONALS
Executive Business Program
The Executive Business program is available to students of advanced level, and focuses on skills related to international business. In this course students will learn specialized language and skills of Business English in the following areas:
- Meetings and negotiations
- Presentation
- Advertisement
- International marketing
- American work ethics
- Business culture
- Leadership skills
Course facts:
- Minimum English levels: B1
- Course length: 1 – 8 weeks
- Number of lessons per week: 30 lessons/25 hours (18 core English lessons + 12 lessons of Business English)
- Timetable: 9:00 – 16:15
FLS International Pathways
FLS offers more than 100 pathway programs to America’s top universities. After completing a pathway preparation program, students follow the FLS Pathways Program to receive two years of university credit. Students may complete their last two years at any of the major universities listed as a UPP (Universal Placement Program) partner. There is no TOEFL test or any other requirement for acceptance to the FLS Pathways Programs. A student’s high marks in the FLS Pathways Program will allow him or her to attend the very best schools, but all students who complete the course will be placed into top-level universities.
HOST FAMILY
One of the best ways to practice conversational English and experience the American way of life is to choose homestay accommodation. All homestays are carefully selected and visited regularly to ensure consistently high standards. Homestays are in fact the accommodation of choice for the majority of students. The school and Marshall Language Services recommend this form of accommodation the most for language learning. Family life is informal and the people are welcoming, friendly and talkative, so students will have plenty of opportunities to practice their English with native speakers. By booking homestay accommodation, students will also not have to worry about shopping for food and preparing meals every day. Mealtimes are often the occasions in which families converse most with the students.
Additional homestay provisions and information:
- Minimum age is 15 years
- Single or twin rooms are available
- Breakfast and dinner are provided from Monday to Friday and 2 meals on Saturdays and Sundays
- Bed linens are provided
- Average distance from school: 15-20 minutes by public transportation
- Single or twin rooms are available
- Accommodation is from Sunday to Saturday. It is possible to book extra nights at an additional cost.
- Private bathrooms in host families cannot be guaranteed.
STUDENT RESIDENCES
Saint Peter’s University Residences (available in summer)
Saint Peter’s University’s safe and secure residence halls are housed in elegant townhouses with all the comforts of a home. Each residence provides housing for 2-4 students. Students enjoy access to amenities such as a TV lounge and game room.
Saint Peter’s University residence provisions and information:
- Minimum age is 18 years old
- Shared rooms
- 19 meals per week at the student cafeteria
- Minimum age is 18 years old
- All rooms have a desk, chair, and bed with linens for each student
- Common area
- Dining room
- Laundry facilities
- Common areas are cleaned
- Students are responsible for cleaning their own rooms
Insurance
Insurance covering medical and travel assistance, personal liability and trip cancellation is not included in the price of the program. Marshall Language Services has a policy available through Guard.Me that covers these elements, as well as an additional policy through CareMed that covers cancellation under a wider range of circumstances, including the need to repeat school exams. A summary of these policies may be downloaded below.
Dates and Fees
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