The school

The Embassy CES New York school is located in the heart Manhattan on the 5th and 6th floors of the 330 Seventh Avenue Building. It is just minutes away from Times Square, the Broadway theatre district, Greenwich Village and the Empire State Building. With a Subway connection on the corner and Penn Station a few blocks away, getting around is no problem.

The majority of the classrooms have large windows which frame the skyline of this incredible city. When full, our New York school has a capacity of 600 students. The minimum age is 16.

Our New York school is accredited by ACCET, guaranteeing you quality English language tuition.

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Facilities

As well as our classrooms, students can learn in one of two multimedia computer laboratories.

There is also a chance for self-access study with videos, TV, and tape players.

Between lessons students can meet and chat in the comfortable student lounges, or access the internet and e-mail (Japanese/Korean/Chinese available). It's easy to keep in touch with family and friends.

Also, all Embassy CES schools have wireless internet access: why not bring your laptop with you?

All rooms and facilities are fitted for wheelchair users.

Embassy CES New York is a TOEIC testing centre, so you can take your TOEIC exam in this school.

Courses offered at this school

• Embassy Certificate of English (Standard or intensive)
• Certificate 8
• Embassy Diploma of English
• Certificate of Business English
• Diploma of Business English
• Examination preparation (FCE, CAE, TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS )
• Embassy Diploma for University Entrance
• Pre-Masters
• English Plus ( +Dance )
• Internship
• University Counselling
• One-to-one
• Summer Schools 

Activities

There is so much to see and do in and around New York. Between lessons you'll want to see all the famous sights and experience the true flavour of the city that never sleeps.

Our activities organisers arrange a full programme of evening and weekend activities to make sure you don't miss a thing.

We also arrange optional weekend trips to many popular nearby cities, including Washington D.C, Boston, and Niagara Falls.

Accommodation

Accommodation options for students in New York are:

• HomeStay: Live as part of an English-speaking household
• Residences: Single and shared rooms
• Guest rooms: Bed & breakfast in private homes throughout New York City

A number of residences are available in New York, including the Manhattan School of Music residence, which offers stunning views across the city.

If you prefer slightly more upscale accommodation, you may prefer the Guest Room option.

Contact us for full details, including prices and photos.

Read more about accommodation options, and meet a host household on our Accommodation pages. See prices on our Fees page.

You can find a selection of accommodation websites on our Accommodation Links page for USA.

The city

A city of 8 million residents, New York is the cultural capital of the United States. Here you'll find the best in museums, music, theatre, film, restaurants, nightlife, shopping and more.

A 24 hour public transport system means it's cheap and easy to get around. New York is perfect for students who enjoy an active, multi-cultural, exhilarating city.

You may also wish to venture to some of the beautiful beaches and state parks located just an hour away. Long Island, upstate New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Connecticut surround the city. Outdoor lovers can hike, canoe, ski, and enjoy the countryside.

What's life like in New York?

Visit Student Club for:

• Pre-arrival advice: everything you need to know before you come to New York
• The New York photobook: see New York life for yourself
• Coming soon 360° panoramic photos of our school and the city of New York

Or

• Visit our Student Life pages to see an average day in the life of a student in New York
• What's the cost of living in New York?

Attractions

Where does one begin to list the attractions of New York city? Many of them are so famous that you will have seen them in films and on television a hundred times. It's still thrilling to stand in front of the Empire State Building or the Statue of Liberty for the first time. The sounds, smells and incomparable sights of this city surround you.

Central Park, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown, Little Italy, and Yankee Stadium are all close to the Embassy CES centre. And as you would expect, there is a huge selection of restaurants, cafes, music venues and theatres to choose from.

Shoppers will not want to miss a visit to Macy's and the many other famous New York stores. For more unusual items, try the independent boutiques of SoHo or the many markets in the city.