NYC Public Schools Adult Education (ESOL)
New York, New York
The city's public adult education system runs English classes for New Yorkers 21+ at sites in all five boroughs, mornings, afternoons and evenings.
- Cost
- Free for NYC residents 21 and older; no Social Security number needed for ESOL.
- Format
- in-person
- Official page
- schools.nyc.gov
- Verified
- November 13, 2026
Source for cost and details: City of New York, accessed November 13, 2026. Schedules and eligibility change every term; confirm with the provider before you go.
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