English as a Second Language

St. John’s offers an intensive English program, The Language Connection (TLC) for international students who are academically qualified but have lower TOEFL scores than the University requires. The admission is conditional based on the completion of the TLC program.

After successful completion of TLC, international students may begin the degree program of their choice. The Language Connection is also open to any student for full-time, part-time (day or evening), and private ESL classes.

Click here to download the TLC brochure in Chinese!

St. John's also offers English as a Second Language classes. These courses are offered in conjunction with degree programs for students requiring additional English-language support.

Prior to enrolling at St. John's, admitted international students must take an English placement test, offered by the University, to assess their English language skills.

 To see the language requirements for admission click here.

More Information
For more information about The Language Connection at St. John's University, contact the Queens Campus at (718) 990-6845, or email Ms. Adams at adamst@stjohns.edu.

If you are interested in studying with The Language Connection at the Manhattan Campus contact Ms. Cantarella at (212) 277-5180, or email cantarey@stjohns.edu.

For information on the English as a Second Language program please contact (718) 990-5262 or Ms. Padro at padrob@stjohns.edu.

You also may contact the Office of International Admission at (718) 990-2000, or email intlhelp@stjohns.edu.