New York · QueensAges 12–20

St. John’s University

A spacious, green campus in Queens; around 50–60 minutes to Manhattan. Live, learn and discover the USA with YES USA.

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June 20–August 15, 2027Sundays and Mondays

Ages 12–20Junior summer program

Residence hallsSingle, double or triple

15 hours per weekGeneral English · A1–C1

24-hour supportThroughout your program

Accommodation photographs show examples. Room allocation and furnishings may vary.

Accommodation & meals

Your home on campus.

Single, double and triple rooms in shared suites, with one bathroom for every four students.

Rooms: Single, double or triple
Bathrooms: Suite bathroom · 1 per 4 students
Meals: Buffet breakfast and lunch on weekdays, with brunch on weekends. Dinners are in the city using YES USA meal cards; occasional deliveries are arranged for arrivals and campus activities.
Supervision: 24-hour support

Room features, services & group arrangements

Room features & services

Wi-Fi
Bed linen and towels provided
Full room cleaning on arrival
Common areas and 24/7 security
Air conditioning
Twin bed, desk, closet, and dresser
Weekly linen exchange and one mid-stay cleaning
Laundry facilities

Group arrangements

Tell us your group size, dates and group leader requirements. Our team will help you plan accommodation and travel arrangements.

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A typical day

Learning. Discovery. Life together.

An example of how learning, city visits and time together fit into your day. Classes may take place in the morning or afternoon, depending on your program.

Wake-up time
Start together
Breakfast with your group and time to get ready for the day.
Morning
Time to learn
Build your confidence in English through lessons matched to your level.
Midday
Pause & refuel
Take a break for lunch and catch up with your group.
Afternoon
Explore more
Enjoy excursions, campus activities or classes, depending on your program.
Evening
Share the day
Enjoy dinner and time together after the day’s discoveries.
Wind-down
Rest & recharge
Return to your residence and settle in, with program support close by.

Classes & levels

15 hours a week. Every level welcome.

Build confidence through discussions, role-play and collaborative projects. Students are grouped by English ability, from beginner to advanced.

A1A2B1B2C1

General English, course materials and an end-of-course certificate are included. From 15 with B2 or above, you can choose one of our specialist courses instead, subject to campus and session availability.

About General English

A teacher points to a world map on the screen as YES USA students follow along and one raises a hand, at St. John's University — A YES USA English class at St. John's University

Specialist courses · Ages 15–20

Go beyond General English.

Explore specialist courses for students aged 15–20 with upper-intermediate English (B2 or above).

B2 or above · Ages 15–20

Model United Nations

Research global issues, represent a country and practice public speaking in a Model UN simulation.

Course details

B2 or above · Ages 15–20

AI Unlocked

Learn to use AI creatively and responsibly, evaluate its answers and develop an original project.

Course details

B2 or above · Ages 15–20

Business Leaders

Develop a startup idea, research your market and present your business plan in a final pitch.

Course details

B2 or above · Ages 15–20

University Discovery

Explore US university life and admissions, research your options and build a simulated application, with college tours connecting learning to campus life.

Course details

Course availability varies by session. Confirm your preferred course and dates with our team.

Location

Queens, New York.

A spacious, green campus in Queens; around 50–60 minutes to Manhattan.

Campus: St. John’s University
Area: Queens
Getting around: A residential campus in Queens, around 50–60 minutes to Manhattan by public transportation.

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Campus life

Around campus.

Campus, residence and YES USA program photographs.

Green lawn and a large tree in front of an academic building at St. John's University

Entrance to the athletic centre at St. John's University

St. John's residence halls around a lawn at dusk

Residence room with two single beds, desks and a window at St. John's

Food station with counters and ovens in the St. John's dining hall

The main St. John's dining hall with red chairs under a glass atrium

Bright classroom with red mobile chairs and a screen at St. John's

The red "We Are St. John's" rock on campus at dusk

Autumn trees beside St. John’s University campus buildings

YES USA students eating lunch together in the St. John's dining hall

A cheerful group of YES USA students outside the dining hall at St. John's

Students chatting at a picnic table beside a St. John's residence hall

Students eating in the Red Storm Lounge at St. John's

Students relaxing in a lounge with big windows over Queens

Students playing lawn volleyball outside a residence hall at dusk

Excursions & activities

Discover more.

A taste of the destination itinerary. Activities and their order are confirmed for your chosen program.

Sample program

Week 1, day by day.

A real example from our 2027 program at St. John’s University. Activities and their order are confirmed for your chosen program.

Day 1MondayArrival
Day 2TuesdayMorning Classes
- High Line
- The Edge
- Hudson Yards
Day 3WednesdayMorning Classes
- Greenwich Village
- Little Island
- Chelsea Market
Day 4ThursdayMorning Classes
- Brooklyn Bridge
- DUMBO
Day 5FridayMorning Classes
- Pizza & Dance Night
Day 6SaturdayMorning Brunch
- Statue of Liberty
- 9/11 Memorial Plaza
- Wall Street
Day 7SundayMorning Brunch
- MoMA
- Rockefeller Center
- Times Square

Sample program, subject to change. The final schedule is issued one month before arrival; no excursions take place on arrival and departure days.

Explore the destination

Optional trips

Make room for one more discovery.

Add another destination or experience to your summer. Optional trips are separate from the scheduled excursions and combo programs.

Optional trip

Broadway show

Enjoy a live Broadway production and an evening in New York’s theater district.

Trip details

Optional trip

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt

Explore immersive art installations and panoramic views of Manhattan at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt.

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Optional trip

Niagara Falls

Feel the spray at Niagara Falls on an excursion from New York or Boston. Trip format and length depend on your dates.

Trip details

Optional trip

Washington, D.C.

Take a full-day trip from New York to discover the capital’s monuments, memorials and historic landmarks.

Trip details

Optional trip

Philadelphia

Explore Philadelphia on a full-day trip from New York, with landmarks such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.

Trip details

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Optional trips depend on your dates and availability. Ask our team about the arrangements for your stay.

Combo programs

More than one destination · One summer plan

Summer combinations

More cities. More discoveries.

Connect your campus stay with another destination. Plan the campus sequence, dates and duration with our team.

Ask about a combo All four summer routes

Routes depend on campus dates and availability. Your proposal confirms the city order and travel arrangements.

Dates & ages

Summer 2027.

Campus dates: June 20–August 15, 2027
Arrivals: Sundays and Mondays
Your stay: Duration and availability confirmed with our team

These dates show when the campus is open. Confirm your dates and availability before booking travel.

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Good questions

Before you say yes.

Our team can help you choose the right campus and explain the details.

Which courses can we take here?

General English is the core course, with classes from beginner to advanced (A1–C1). Specialist choices are Business Leaders, AI Unlocked, Model United Nations and University Discovery. Specialist courses are for ages 15–20 with upper-intermediate English (B2 or above), subject to session availability.

How are bathrooms shared?

Bathrooms are shared within the suite. Suites also have a living area and a kitchen-style area with a mini-fridge and microwave.

Can our group leaders stay close to the students?

Tell us your group leader requirements. We’ll explain the available arrangements and how they relate to student accommodation.

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