EF NEW YORK
School Presentation
EF Tarrytown is…
An easy train
ride to New
York City
Largest EF
school in size
and
population
All EF
campus
Safe and
tranquil
American
neighborhood
Multinational
culture
Shopping,
shopping
and more
shopping
EF TARRYTOWN, NEW YORK
• Our campus is located only 40-60 minutes from the
heart of Manhattan
• Largest EF School in the world in terms of size and
student population
• Around 40 different nationalities or more represented
year round
• Appropriate for all age groups ranges with special
programs for Juniors, Professionals, and everyone in
between
• Buzzing Rita Hall Student Center open 7 days per
week and various student lounges located
throughout the rest of campus
• Full fitness facility is free for all students and includes
cardio equipment, weight room, dance studio, and
half-Olympic sized swimming pool
• Additionally, we have tennis courts and an outdoor
soccer field on our campus
• Full activities calendar that includes on and off
campus events
THE CITY THAT NEVER
SLEEPS!
• EF Tarrytown is a train ride from New York City
• New York is famous for its buzzing nightlife, hence
the nickname: “the city that never sleeps”
• Explore the many famous landmarks of NY including
The Statue of Liberty, The Empire State Building,
Rockefeller Center, The Brooklyn Bridge
• Lots of amazing concert venues where you can see
your favorite American bands and pop stars
• Home to many sports teams including the Brooklyn
Nets and the New York Yankees
• New York is a culinary mecca where you can find a
restaurant to match any preference or mood
• Once back in our quaint town of Tarrytown, you can
enjoy one of the many bars and restaurants located
within walking distance of campus
LARGEST EF SCHOOL IN
SIZE AND POPULATION
• During the regular Academic Year, EF New York is
typically home to about 700-800 students, 95% live on
campus
• During the summer and winter peaks, we can
accommodate up to 1600 students on campus
• Students will enjoy a very active social life and will get to
meet friends from over 40 different countries
• Our 25 acre campus has 11 buildings, including a Sports
Facility
• Our beautiful campus has plenty of room for outdoor
recreational activities
EF CAMPUS INFORMATION
• The EF New York Campus is located in Tarrytown, New
York, a small town situated by the Hudson River
• Safe and tranquil typical American neighborhood
• 40-60 minutes by train from Manhattan
• Unique setting allows students to live, study, and enjoy
leisure time activities all in one central location
• 5-10 minute walk to local shops, restaurants, bars, cafes,
The Tarrytown Music Hall and more
• The Tea House is located conveniently on campus and is
home to Starbucks as well as a wine and beer bar
• Convenience store and the vending machines on campus
• About 1 hour from all major NYC airports – JFK, Newark
and LaGuardia
• Full Activities calendar for all ages
PLEASE DO A SCREENSHOOT OF THE MAP AS AND
PLACE IT IN HERE. USE THE STICKERS TO POINT THE
SCHOOL AND RESIDENCES ON TOP OF IT. TAKE THE
BERLIN PPT AS A REFERENCE
CULTURE
• New York City is home to over 100 museums, including
The MoMA, The Guggenheim, The Met, and The Intrepid
Sea, Air, and Space Museum
• Home to Broadway, where students can see shows
including The Lion King, Wicked, and so much more
• The City of New York is an important center for music, film,
theater, dance and visual arts
• Home of NYC Fashion Week, the Tribeca Film Festival, and
more
• Tarrytown is located in the historical Hudson Valley and is
near the town of Sleepy Hollow, the famous Rockefeller
Estates, and other historical sites
SHOPPING, SHOPPING AND
MORE SHOPPING!
• New York is one of the fashion capitals of the world
• Visit world famous streets like Madison Avenue, 5th
Avenue, Lexington Avenue and shop till you drop
• Our campus is located just 40 minutes south of The
Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets, 20 minutes
from The Palisades Mall, and is close to many other
shopping havens
• Be sure to visit Chinatown for steals and deals
SCHOOL FACILITIES
• Newly updated residences, classrooms, and
common areas
• Wi-Fi available throughout campus
• Student Lounges in each building
• Student kitchens available in most buildings
• Rita Hall Student Center includes Activities Center,
computers for student use, a small theater,
convenience store, 2 flat screen TVs
• Fully equipped Fitness Center on campus includes
dance studio and half Olympic sized pool
• Cable and TV available in lounges
• The Tea House by Crave kitchen includes a
Starbucks café and an after hours wine and beer
bar for students aged 21 and over
SCHOOL FACILITIES
CRAVE KITCHEN
The Rita Hall Student Cafeteria
• Open for full breakfast, lunch, and dinner on
weekdays and continental breakfast, brunch, and
dinner on weekends
• All you can eat for one price
• Theme nights, International station, grill, make your
own waffles, cooking classes, and more
The Tea House
• Seasonal menu available
• Open for all meals on weekdays
• Starbucks coffee available
• Wine and beer bar after school hours for students
aged 21+
ACADEMICS
• Large and accommodating academic team
• Range of Efekta materials
• Popular SPIN classes include Business English, NY
in film, Pronunciation
• University Preparation Abroad offered include UFY,
Pre Masters, and Pre MBA
• Advanced Diploma (9 months) and Advanced
Certificate Programs (6 months) include Fashion and
Design, International Communications, International
Affairs, Media and Arts
• Volunteership Program available
• Programs offered include:
• Semester, AY, and AYP General and
Intensive, Exam Prep, various AD programs,
Volunteership
• Professionals – AYP, UPP, and ILSP
• Junior program in winter and summer
months; groups and individuals accepted
VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
• Students may sign up for the Volunteership
Experience for assistance with resume building,
interviewing, placement
• Assistance for AD and CD students
• Other volunteer opportunities are available for
students who wish to be involved in community
events such as Earth Day clean-ups, reading to
senior citizens, toy drives, fundraisers, etc.
• We have worked with companies such as Honda,
The American Red Cross, The Elmsford Town Court,
and the Tarrytown School District, as well as many
other local hotels and small businesses
ACCOMMODATION
• With capacity for 1,600 students at peak, 95% of
our students live on campus
• Limited host family placements are available
• 6 dormitories on campus ensure that students are
grouped together according to age and program
• We offer limited singles, twins, and multi rooms with
3-4 students per room
• Combination of community and en-suite bathrooms
(note that students do not choose bathroom style as
it varies per dormitory)
• Newly renovated dorm rooms and new furniture
• Dorms have kitchen and laundry facilities for student
use
• Student lounges in each dorm
• Wi-Fi available throughout all buildings
ACCOMMODATION
GAINES HALL
BUTLER HALL
TEAHOUSE
by Crave Kitchen
ACTIVITIES
• Activities available on campus and off campus
• Free Activities on campus include EF’s Got Talent,
movie nights, Happy Hours for Professionals,
karaoke, taco Tuesdays, tie-dye events, table tennis
tournaments, and much more
• Off campus activities include excursions to famous
NYC attractions such as The Statue of Liberty,
Broadway shows, shopping trips, Six Flags Great
Adventure, and more
• City Tours include Niagara Falls, Boston,
Washington DC, Philadelphia, and more
• Fitness facility is FREE for all students
• Classes offered in our fitness facility include yoga
and Zumba
• Intramural sports offered daily
SAMPLE WEEKEND TRIPS
Washington DC
• Our Nation’s Capital
• 5 hours south of NYC
• Visit The White House, The Pentagon
• Famous for its historical museums
Boston, Massachusetts
• Where American History comes alive
• 4 hours north of NYC
• Whale Watching option available in summer
• Home to many Colleges and Universities including
Harvard
Niagara Falls
• Lies on the border of New York and Ontario,
Canada
• Options to visit either side; see VISA requirements
for Canada
• Ride the Maid of the Mist underneath the falls
ACTIVITIES
Sample calendar
ACTIVITIES
Sample calendar
ESSENTIAL INFO
Address:
100 Marymount Avenue
Tarrytown, NY 10591
Phone: +1-914-597-7100
Emergency: +1-914-564-5107 / +1 914-597-7193
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It takes 40-60 minutes to get to Manhattan
Most students travel via Metro North train from
Tarrytown to Grand Central Station
There are alternate ways to get to Manhattan that
are far less expensive but may take longer
95% of students live on campus and our Host
Family program is limited. Students are housed
according to age and program
Curfew for students under the age of 18 is:
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10PM 7 days a week for JUNIOR students
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11PM Sunday-Thursday and 12AM Friday
and Saturday for language students under
the age of 18
There is no charge to use the fitness facility on
campus. It includes a pool, cardio equipment,
weight room, gymnasium, and dance studio
• One-way train ticket to NYC: $20- $26
• Average cost for lunch in Tarrytown: $9-$15
WHAT DO OUR STUDENTS SAY?
Alexander Preis, Germany, 25
ILSP 4 Weeks
Systems Engineer and studying International Management
“I was thinking about going to EF San Francisco or EF NY
and decided to go to NY because I wouldn’t normally go on
Holiday in NY for 4 weeks, so I decided it would be best to
take the EF course in NY and see all of the sights that I could.
I’m here because I got a scholarship and the institution that I
received the scholarship from, supports EF courses. I want
to improve my English for me because I don’t really need it
for work. This is more of a personal journey.”
Lorenzo Burgalassi, Italy, 36
AYP 6 months
Architectural Engineer
“I came to EF because I, of course, want to improve my
English. I chose New York because of its architectural history
and its many large buildings. I am an engineer, so these
types of things fascinate me. I am also a Master of Martial
Arts and would like to open my own school one day. I know
that knowing English will help me to attract more clients. “
WHAT DO OUR STUDENTS SAY?
Tomoko Yoshino, Japan, 29
ILSP 3 months
Travel Tour Guide and Hotel Waitress
“I chose EF NY because I wanted to meet students from
different countries, not just American students. Also, New
York is known for its music and art and all kinds of culture
and I wanted to experience that. EF’s New York campus
is surrounded by nature, which is great for me because it
allows me the space to study my English efficiently.”
Ana Laura Morlet Damian, Mexico, 25
ILSP 24 Weeks
Bachelor Degree in Marketing, Worked for the Mexican
Government
“All my life I wanted to travel for a long term trip and didn’t
have the opportunity until last year. I decided that I
wanted to add some skills to my CV and for myself. I went
to a travel agency and they told me about EF. I also had 2
cousins who came to EF and had an amazing experience.
I decided at the last minute to come to NY and I’m so glad
I did. I met friends that I will have for a lifetime!”
WHAT DO OUR STUDENTS SAY?
Myoung-Chul Lee, South Korea, 28
UP student at EF New York
“My favorite subject was Application Workshop. I got the essential information about
the school application and Megan, the teacher, looked after all of my application
procedure, like writing, essays, applying to the school online, etc.
My favorite things about EF New York were the trips to Washington, D.C., Manhattan,
my friends, the Campus- safe and clean. Many staff, guards and advisors that take
care of the students. I visited US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Brooklyn Bridge, NY Mets
Stadium, had excellent pizza and hamburgers.
The most unforgettable thing I’ve done with my new friends from EF was the time I
prepared for the University and hung out with my friends. I could study hard thanks to
my friends’ encouragement and enjoy New York City with them. Almost every
weekend, I visited attractions like MoMA Museum, Central Park, Broadway shows and
Statue of Liberty. Even though some of my friends have left, we still keep in touch.
If you seek an opportunity to give a change on your youth, I’d like to recommend to go
with EF. It’s safe, stable and clean. And, all of the teachers are well-prepared and
passionate. You can improve your language skills from well-organized curriculum and
have a network of a variety of nations.
I’m going to State University of New York at Albany, NY for Educational Administration
and Policy Studies. In order to equip every factor for admission, EF assisted me to
prepare for the English proficiency exams and other fundamental documents, like
essays, recommendation letters, transcripts. In fact, it’s not easy to be accepted by
the US university but I could get admission from one of the excellent schools in New
York state thanks to EF’s assistance.”
EF NEW YORK LSP STUDENTS
PHILIP JOHNSON
Executive Director
RACHEL DAMIANI
School Director
Shaina Dymond
Director of Residence
Life
Keiko Padilla
Director of Student
Services
Danielle Furfaro
Residential Housing
Coordinator
Kate Forsythe
Residence Director
Payal Batra
Residence Director
Justin Britton
Academic Director
Michael Hauser
Academic Manager
Lisa Wilkerson
Volunteer Coordinator
Kristina Cirrincione
Curriculum Manager
Keyth Kroboth
Efekta Mentor / Cambridge
Coordinator
Elizabeth Haughton
Academic Coordinator
Megan Macedonia
University Pathways
Manager
Stephanie Kelley
Administrative Coordinator
Allison Carella
Administrative Coordinator
Mary Steele
Reception Coordinator
David Delgado
Activities Coordinator
Maria Phillips
ILSP Liaison/City Insider
Johanna Mignon
Activities Coordinator
Ted Kelsey
Student Experience
Manager
Jocelyn Chung Groups
Manager
Welcome to
EF New York!