English as a Second Language (ESL)

Adult Education Program
Free Adult English for Speakers of Other Language (ESOL) Classes

The program helps non-native English speakers develop proficiency in grammar, reading, listening, speaking and writing skills as well as building students skills for success in college and the workplace. The program also provides ongoing advisory services to students. Classes are currently held online via Zoom. Students must have a computer or tablet with internet connection in order to participate. 

Prospective students can register in our waiting list. Due to high volume of applicants, space is limited.  When space is available, students are invited to an orientation session and to take a placement test. Students are placed in class based on their scores and program availability.

Students will be chosen for class on a first come first serve basis.

To register for the waitlist please visit the following link:

ESL WAITLIST

Program Requirements

Age requirement- 19 and older

Residency Requirement – Must be NYS Resident

Any student who is on a visa status can't participate in this program, Please visit the ELI Webpage: https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/cps/about-eli

Students residing in any other state can't participate in this program

Program Information

Class Levels

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Schedule

Morning Classes

Class Time    9:00am – 2:00pm

Intermediate - Tuesday/Friday

Advanced - Wednesday/Friday

Evening Classes

            Class Time    5:30pm – 9:00pm

Beginner - Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday

Intermediate - Monday/Wednesday/Thursday

Advanced - Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday

Semester Information

Fall Semester runs from September thru December

Spring Semester runs from January through June

Directions

259 Convent Avenue, Shepard Hall Room 2 New York, NY 10031

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