Baruch College Division of Continuing and Professional Studies

School Introduction

Baruch College, a division of the City University of New York, is a nationally recognized college with a an ethnically diverse populatin from 140 nations. The Division of Continuing and Professional Studies at Baruch College has educated more than 12, 000 students in English as a Second Language. More than 2, 000 language teachers from all over the United States have studied at Baruch College.

You will live and study in the middle of the dynamic and stimulating environment of New York City. No place else in the world can match New York City as a hub of industry, business, and finance - as a capital of entertainment, art, and culture, and opportunity. Becasue Baruch College is centrally located in Manhattan, it is easy to explore all that New York has to offer by subway, bus or cab ride.

ESL Program Introduction

Core ESL is the "heart" of the program. Classes focus on the basic language skills: writing, reading, conversation, and grammar. The teaching methods ensure that English language skills will improve quixkly through interactive classroom activities. Instructors use creative and dynamic techniqies to encourage language use in all situations.

Courses include: Conversation, Reading and Grammar; Writing, Reading and Grammar; Conversation and Grammar, Saturday Intensive ESL. Advanced courses include: TOEFL Preparation, Voice and Diction, Accent Reduction, Basic Business English, Art, Film, and Design

Background Data

• Number of ESL Students: 500-600
• Average Class Size: 15
• Hours per Week: 18
• Minimum Age: 18
• Issue I-20: Yes
• Housing Options: Dormitory  Apartment
• School Setting:  Urban 

Schedule & Fees

Start Dates:
Feb 17, April 17, June 1, July 19, Setp 7, October 4, December 1 plus Summer intensive

Tuition:
Core ESL: $2, 160 full time, $750 per class - part-time, $15 registration fee, plus books, activity fee, health fee

Special Courses & Features

• English for Business
• Accent Reduction Courses
• Conversation Partner Program
• GMAT/GRE Preparation Courses
• Pre-MBA Courses or Program
• Internships or Work Experience
• TOEFL Preparation Courses
• Teacher Training Courses

Contact Info

International Center for Language and Cross-Cultural Communications
Baruch College Division of Continuing and Professional Studies
One Bernard Baruch Way
Box B1-116
New York, NY 10010

Tel 646 312-5000
Fax 646 312-5101
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