American Language Program

Study English at an Ivy League University

The ALP offers a unique educational experience:

• a world-class, expert faculty, with many years of teaching experience
• a rigorous academic program, with clear objectives to reach at each level
• one of the oldest English language programs in the U.S.

The ALP can help you achieve your English language goals:

14-week intensive English classes in Fall and Spring, and 4-week courses in Summer for those who want to:

• prepare to get a degree from a U.S. college or university
• achieve professional success in the U.S. or abroad
• fulfill a personal dream of studying in New York City

7-week intermediate to advanced level online semi-intensive courses.

Advanced level part-time English courses for the Columbia community:

• Academic Writing skills
• Listening & Speaking skills
• Pronunciation

A Summer Advanced Academic Preparation course for those about to begin degree programs in the U.S.

A three-week Summer English for Professional Purposes: Business course.

A Summer Advanced Academic English for Graduate Students course specifically for admitted Columbia University students beginning their Master's programs in Fall.

A two-week cultural Winter Institute in January.

ALP Activities and Columbia Events

It's so much more than English.

Whether online or in-person, community is very important at the ALP. We plan activities, events and workshops to help you make friends, practice English and get to know the city. As a Columbia student you also have full access to student clubs and University events. There's always something happening! 

Check out our Student Life page to find out more, including our Language Exchange Program.