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Diploma of Intensive English

Kings New York
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Course description

This long-term course is the best value way to achieve real fluency. You can gain specific subject knowledge and specialist English skills through Special Interest Groups.

The Diploma of Intensive English gives you all this as part of your course:

Kings Learning Guarantee. If you don't achieve the result we've agreed with you in advance, you can study for free until you do.
Walk to class guarantee. When studying 24+ weeks, you will be offered accommodation within reasonable walking distance (up to 30 minutes walk) of the school.
Up to 4 hours of free guided/facilitated self-study sessions per week.
Personalised study plan.
Free grammar book
One-to-one interview with a senior teacher every 6 weeks.
Regular benchmarking assessment every 6 weeks
One exam fee waived (TOEFL or Cambridge).
Regular written progress reports.
Access to Classmate, the Kings online learning platform
Optional weekly lecture programme
At least two free social activities per week
End of Course Certificate
End of Course Report
Course structure: 20 lessons General English + 8 lessons Special Interest Groups per week

The General English lessons will be dynamic, interesting and rigorous and will take place in the mornings, so sometimes in afternoons during summer.

The Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are designed to develop students’ specialist skills in English, or to give them experience of additional subjects which interest them. They will be able to apply English to a range of practical situations for study, work, or cultural interest. Students can choose from a wide range of SIGs, which will vary according to location and required language level, and are always subject to availability. All SIGs are included in the price of the course.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
24-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Start dates for beginners
Every first Monday of the month
Classes per week
28 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
23 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

Kings New York does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in New York City.

Class size

Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Kings New York offers a range of English programs at a dedicated learning center based on the campus of The College of Mount St Vincent. Kings New York is an English language teaching center, one of seven fantastic Kings English locations across the US and the UK, which also include Boston and Los Angeles. Also available are university preparation and pathway programs.

jKings New York at The College of Mount St Vincent is the perfect option for students who want to experience living and learning in the USA. The attractive, peaceful and safe campus is an excellent place to live and study, experiencing American campus life, while the bright lights of central New York are just a 30-minute train ride away.

This is a beautiful college Campus on the banks of the Hudson river. Facilities include well-equipped spacious classrooms, well stocked library with computers, student activities center, outdoor athletic field with view of the Hudson River, performance and auxiliary gym, dance studios, black box theater and auditorium, on campus dining hall and coffee shop, free WiFi internet, Medical centre.

Year opened
2016
Number of classrooms
12

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in USA. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Canisius College
Concordia College, Bronxville
Marymount California University
Pine Manor College
Rider University
Valparaiso University

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Kings New York varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

Turkey
24%
Colombia
23%
Japan
17%
France
10%
South Korea
7%
Russia
5%
Brazil
3%
China
2%
Taiwan
2%
Other
7%

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
23 Dec 2024 - 05 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026

School location

There are few cities in the world as exciting and famous as New York. Whether you want culture, entertainment or history, it's a place that has it all.

Kings New York is based on the campus of College of Mount Saint Vincent so you have access to a huge range of fantastic facilities right on campus a fantastic location in which to live and study. We’re located in Riverdale, a safe and affluent area of Bronx County, New York City.

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"Really enjoyable"

Esteve Ferrer Collell, student from Spain

Everything was perfect. Pamela and Suzi are great teachers.

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Duration of study
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Date of study
15 Jul 2019 - 26 Jul 2019
Would you recommend this school?
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Kings New York, Center Director at Kings New York responded to this review.
18 November 2019

Thanks for your feedback! We're glad you had such a good time and hope to welcome you back to Kings one day in the future!

housing

Housing

Kings New York offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single - Half Board

NZ$ 970
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of New York City
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 60 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 970
Homestay with Kings
A home away from home
Living with a local host family is the perfect way to experience family life in your new country first-hand, and gain a deeper understanding of British or American culture. You will also have the opportunity to practice your English with your new host family outside of class.

Our homestays are all carefully selected and regularly inspected by our experienced Accommodation Officers. We have strong, long-term relationships with many local hosts including working families, couples, single people and retired people. All our hosts offer a warm welcome and comfortable accommodation.

Included in the price:
- Comfortable, welcoming accommodation
- Single rooms year-round
- Fully furnished room
- Bed linen provided
- Internet usage
- One clothes wash per week
- Breakfast and dinner every day

Please note:
- Bedding is provided but you should bring your own towels.
- Average distance from school 35 - 55 minutes
student-residence

Year round on campus residence - Twin - Self catering

NZ$ 880
weekly
Age range: 16 - 60 years old
Address: 6301 Riverdale Ave, Bronx, New York 10471, United States of America
Location: Outside the city center of New York City
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, heating, and common room
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 880
Comfortable residential accommodation on picturesque college campus

Kings’ students will stay in dorm-style residences on the beautiful riverside campus of the College of Mount Saint Vincent, with gorgeous views of the Hudson River.
Students will be accommodated in double rooms in one of the on-campus residences, 1–2 minutes’ walk from the College's main administration building, Founders Hall, where the Kings New York office and teaching center are located.
The residence halls have shared hallway bathrooms, and there are separate floors and sections for male and female students.
The updated residence halls offer lounges and kitchen with TVs and vending machines, as well as study areas on most floors. The first floor of the residence halls offers an open gathering space equipped with a TV, lounge furniture, and a ping-pong table.
The College’s state-of-the-art dining hall, Hudson Heights, is located less than a minute walk away. The modern dining space, which remains open all year-round, features a variety of culinary offerings for students and the Mount community.

Half-board (2 meals per day, pre-loaded payment cards provided for use on on-campus dining facilities)

Year round on-campus residence - Twin - Half Board

NZ$ 1,168
weekly
Age range: 16 - 60 years old
Address: 6301 Riverdale Ave, Bronx, New York 10471, United States of America
Location: Outside the city center of New York City
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and lunch (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, heating, and common room
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 1,168
Comfortable residential accommodation on picturesque college campus

Kings’ students will stay in dorm-style residences on the beautiful riverside campus of the College of Mount Saint Vincent, with gorgeous views of the Hudson River.
Students will be accommodated in double rooms in one of the on-campus residences, 1–2 minutes’ walk from the College's main administration building, Founders Hall, where the Kings New York office and teaching center are located.
The residence halls have shared hallway bathrooms, and there are separate floors and sections for male and female students.
The updated residence halls offer lounges and kitchen with TVs and vending machines, as well as study areas on most floors. The first floor of the residence halls offers an open gathering space equipped with a TV, lounge furniture, and a ping-pong table.
The College’s state-of-the-art dining hall, Hudson Heights, is located less than a minute walk away. The modern dining space, which remains open all year-round, features a variety of culinary offerings for students and the Mount community.
Meals

Half-board (2 meals per day, pre-loaded payment cards provided for use on on-campus dining facilities)
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $125 when you register.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Visit the US Department of State website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to New York City based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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