Private English classes at ELI
The English Language Institute (ELI) at the College of Staten Island/CUNY offers private English classes for those who already live in New York City and cannot take a full-time program.
These tutoring sessions are ideal for students who have limited time for language learning, no time to go to daily group classes, need to learn faster, or want to improve a specific language skill.
What is tutoring about?
Tutoring is a private session where students learn English focused on their specific language needs. Tutoring can be one-to-one (one student and one teacher) or in small groups (two or three students). Students decide which skill they want to practice. Tutoring can be focused on speaking, pronunciation, fluency, writing, listening, vocabulary, Business English vocabulary, or any other skill the student wants to improve.
What's the schedule?
- Students decide which days and times they want to have the tutoring sessions.
- Tutoring is usually offered between Monday and Friday, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
- Tutoring in the evening or Saturdays can be arranged based on teacher's availability and room space.
- Tutoring can start and finish any day of the year. Tutoring is not available on holidays and special occasions when the college is closed.
- Students are free to reschedule classes if arranged with the teacher ahead of time.
How many days or hours do I need?
Our tutoring sessions require you register for at least 24 hours of classes, which you can distribute in different days and weeks. We suggest you take at least two hours per day, three times a week, for an effective learning process.
Do I need to know English already?
No, you can have any level: beginner, intermediate, or advanced. Our teachers will start at your own level.
I speak English at an intermediate or advanced level. I just want to practice pronunciation. Can I do that in tutoring?
Yes, you can have tutoring classes with the skills you want to practice or improve.
I don't speak English at all, can you teach the basics in tutoring?
Yes, you can take tutoring classes and start from zero.
Do I need books?
No, the teacher will bring books, handouts, games, and other materials to class.
Do I need a student visa for tutoring?
No.
How much is tutoring?
Tutoring is US$75 per hour per student. You are required to take at least 24 hours of tutoring. No application fee is needed.
Where are the classes?
Tutoring takes place at the College of Staten Island campus, at the Center for Global Engagement (CSI's international office) where the English Language Institute is, in a private conference room, study room, or small classroom on campus. The address is 2800 Victory Boulevard, Building 2A, Office 206, Staten Island, NY 10314.
How can I register?
You can register visiting our office, by email: elistudy@csi.cuny.edu, or by phone: 718.982.2100
More information:
https://www.csi.cuny.edu/campus-life/student-services/center-global-engagement/english-language-institute/programs
