Experience summer in the heart of Manhattan at Pace University. Based in New York City’s Financial District, this city campus puts students within easy reach of the Brooklyn Bridge, Wall Street and the landmarks of Lower Manhattan. The residence, dining hall and classrooms are all a short walk from one another, combining university life with the energy of the city.
Students learn English in modern classrooms and put their language skills into practice during cultural visits, excursions and social activities across New York.
Programme delivered by our sister brand Jo Study.
Key Facts:
Programme prices:
Signature
Excellence
Location: Pace University, Manhattan, New York City
Dates: 1 July – 11 August
Ages: 14 to 19 years old
Accommodation: Twin/triple bedrooms with private bathrooms at 33 Beekman Street
Sample Excursions in New York: MoMA admission; Liberty Island, Ellis Island & the Statue of Liberty; SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.
Meals are served in the university dining hall at 15 Beekman Street. The all-you-can-eat buffet offers a variety of dishes to suit different tastes.
Modern classrooms at 162 William Street feature Smart Boards and flexible furniture layouts. Wi-Fi is available in the classrooms and residence. A university merchandise shop is available on campus.
Pace is a city campus: the programme centres on accommodation, learning and dining facilities, with cultural activities and excursions taking students out into New York. Traditional sports facilities and large green campus spaces are not part of this city-campus experience.
English lessons are delivered by Pace University’s academic team under JoStudy’s supervision, giving students an authentic American university learning experience.
Students are welcomed by the team, guided through check-in and introduced to the residence, campus facilities and programme. An induction covers daily routines, centre rules and the activities planned during the stay.
Signature and Excellence combine English learning with opportunities to explore New York. The social programme may include quizzes, karaoke, film nights, creative activities and team games.
Cultural visits introduce students to areas such as the Financial District, Midtown, Times Square, Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge and Dumbo. Scheduled activities use the subway to explore the city with staff and Group Leaders.
Visits, entrance tickets and activities depend on the selected programme, duration and final itinerary.
Students combine English lessons with cultural visits, excursions and evening activities. Lessons may take place in the morning or afternoon.
| Time of day | Example activities |
|---|---|
| Morning | English lessons or a cultural visit in New York |
| Afternoon | English lessons, a Manhattan visit or group activities |
| Evening | Supervised city exploration, quizzes, karaoke, creative activities or film nights |
| Excursion days | Full-day visits across New York City |
This sample is for illustrative purposes only. The final timetable, visits and activities depend on the selected programme and duration and may change.
Students are supported by the JoStudy team throughout their stay, with staff available 24 hours a day. An induction introduces campus routines, safety procedures and centre rules.
The programme emergency contact details are provided in the pre-departure information pack.
Residence:
33 Beekman Street
New York, NY 10038
Dining hall:
15 Beekman Street
New York, NY 10038
Classrooms:
162 William Street
New York, NY 10038
The residence, dining hall and classrooms are within a short walk of one another in Lower Manhattan’s Financial District.
The guide recommends arrival at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The journey to the centre typically takes around 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic. Detailed arrival and transfer arrangements are provided before departure.
Fulton Street and City Hall subway stations connect the area with the rest of Manhattan and beyond.
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