Programs for Au Pairs
Language and culture classes to help you gain valuable knowledge and skills while earning credits towards the Au Pair J1 visa education requirement. Choose from weekday morning and afternoon classes in our Intensive English and Academic English programs, online TOEFL Preparation, Integrated English, and Advertising/Marketing classes, and our popular online Career Skills Development courses.
Benefits of Studying at Pace University
If you are an au pair on J1 visa, we can help you get the education credits you need. We offer a wide range of interesting courses, many different times for you to take classes, and special pricing just for you! Courses are offered at our New York City and/or Westchester locations, and online.
- Two convenient locations (and online)
- Multiple options for getting the credits you need (weekday morning or afternoon, self-paced)
- Discounted prices for au pairs on regular courses. Learn more about our Community Pricing!
- Interesting and helpful courses that you can use when you go back home
- Full use of university facilities and benefits, including:
- Gym (NYC and Pleasantville)
- Olympic-sized swimming pool (Pleasantville)
- Library (NYC and Pleasantville)
- Free parking (Pleasantville)
- Discounts at local eateries (all campuses) and Schimmel Theater (NYC) with Pace ID card
- Access to intramural sports (NYC and Pleasantville)
Class Schedules
Our English courses feature multiple levels of instruction. The results of your online placement exam and academic advisement meeting will determine the level you attend at our institute.
You can find your class schedule by clicking on these links:
- Summer 2025 New York City & Online Schedule (PDF)
- Fall 2025 New York City & Online Schedule (PDF)
- Fall 2025 Pleasantville & Online Schedule (PDF)
Current Semester
- Summer 1 2025: May 28–July 11 (6 weeks)
- Summer 2 2025: July 14–August 22 (6 weeks)
Next Semester
- Fall 1 2025: September 2–October 20 (7 weeks)
- Fall 2 2025: October 21–December 13 (7 weeks)
Programs for Au Pairs
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Spring, Summer, and Fall courses are available On-campus and Online (HyFlex)*
View our weekday morning or afternoon class schedules
An opportunity for au pairs to study English in our weekday Intensive English Program at a special discounted rate. Pre-Intermediate to Upper Intermediate levels. Courses include:
- Conversation & Listening (5 hours/week) - available on the New York City, Pleasantville campuses, and online
- Classes meet Tuesday & Thursday mornings
- Grammar & Writing (5 hours/week) - available on the New York City campus or online
- Classes meet Monday & Wednesday mornings
- Reading Comprehension & Vocabulary Expansion (4 hours/week) - available on the New York City campus or online
- Classes meet Tuesday & Thursday afternoons
- Social English in U.S. Academic Culture (4 hours/week) - available on the New York City campus or online
- Classes meet Monday & Wednesday afternoons
- Polishing Your English (4 hours/week) - available on the New York City campus or online
- Classes meet Monday & Wednesday afternoons
- Grammar & Pronunciation (4 hours/week) - available on the New York City campus or online
- Classes meet Monday & Wednesday afternoons
- American Culture & Media (4 hours/week) - available on the New York City campus or online
- Classes meet Monday & Wednesday afternoons
- Idioms & Word Building (4 hours/week) - available on the New York City campus or online
- Classes meet Monday & Wednesday afternoons
A limited number of seats are available for au pairs to join classes in our Intensive English Program at deeply discounted rates.
Earn 28-36 hours during Fall and Spring or 24-30 hours during Summer
- Conversation & Listening (5 hours/week) - available on the New York City, Pleasantville campuses, and online
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Spring, Summer, and Fall courses are available On-campus and Online (HyFlex)*
Courses are available on the New York City campus or online.
View our weekday morning or afternoon class schedules
An opportunity for au pairs to study English in our weekday Academic English Program at a special discounted rate. Advanced levels. Courses include:
- Academic Writing & Research Skills (5 hours/week)
- Classes meet Monday & Wednesday mornings
- Academic Communication Skills (5 hours/week)
- Classes meet Tuesday & Thursday mornings
- Academic Reading Skills (4 hours/week)
- Classes meet Tuesday & Thursday afternoons
A limited number of seats are available for au pairs to join classes in our Academic English Program at deeply discounted rates.
Earn 28-36 hours during Fall and Spring or 24-30 hours during Summer
- Academic Writing & Research Skills (5 hours/week)
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Courses are available Online (self-paced and asynchronous).
View our weekday morning or afternoon class schedules
An opportunity for au pairs to study English in our online Marketing and Advertising Communication Skills courses at a special discounted rate. Upper Intermediate-Advanced level courses. Courses include:
- Communication Skills in International Advertising (5 hours/ week) - offered in Spring 1, Summer 1, Fall 1
- Classes meet online and are self-paced
- Communication Skills in Ethical Marketing (5 hours/ week) - offered in Spring 2, Summer 2, Fall 2
- Classes meet online and are self-paced
A limited number of seats are available for au pairs to join these topical classes at deeply discounted rates.
Earn 36 hours during Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters
Learn More about Marketing and Advertising Communication Skills Courses
- Communication Skills in International Advertising (5 hours/ week) - offered in Spring 1, Summer 1, Fall 1
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Spring, Summer, and Fall courses are available online (self-paced and asynchronous).
- TOEFL Intensive (28 hours)
- TOEFL Preparation (18 hours)
Course prepares au pairs to reach their TOEFL iBT score goals by teaching every aspect of the tests including grammar, vocabulary, reading, speaking, listening and test-taking strategies.
Earn 18-28 hours during Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters
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Spring, Summer, and Fall courses are available online (self-paced and asynchronous).
View our weekday evening or Saturday morning class schedules
English classes that focus on all aspects of English are designed for non-native English speakers who want to improve their English skills for personal and professional reasons.
- Integrated English Skills (18 hours total)
- Classes are self-paced and asynchronous
- Intensive Integrated English Skills (36 hours total)
- Classes are self-paced and asynchronous
Earn 18-36 hours during the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters
- Integrated English Skills (18 hours total)
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Spring, Summer, and Fall courses are available online (self-paced and asynchronous).
Special theme-based courses help you in your career after your au pair experience.
- Classes meet online and are self-paced (asynchronous)
- Possible total of 40 hours (with Research Assignment)
Courses are eligible for digital badges!
Earn 20 hours for the course and another 20 hours for the optional research assignment for 40 hours
- Classes meet online and are self-paced (asynchronous)
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Online
4-hour or 6-hour research assignments allows you to practice your academic research skills and earn 4 hours or 6 hours toward your au pair education requirement.
Research assignments must be taken together with or following an in-person or online course.
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This course is for students who already have an Intermediate level of English (B1 level or higher). The course will help you improve important English skills such as reading, vocabulary, listening, grammar, and writing.
In this course, you will practice understanding and using English through real-world examples and useful exercises. This course can help you with English for your personal life, school, work, or social situations.
The course is fully online and self-paced. Each week has a unit with materials and assignments you can do any time that works for you.
Why take this course?
Take this course if you need a flexible, online learning option!
Course format
- Self-paced and flexible – You can study anytime, anywhere.
- Asynchronous – No live classes. You complete assignments each week when it is convenient for you.
What will you learn?
- Reading and Vocabulary
- Listening
- Grammar
- Writing
- Pronunciation
- Communication skills for school, work, and daily life
Who can join?
Students should have an English level of:
- CEFR B1, or
- TOEFL 55, or
- IELTS 5.5
Students will be sent a placement exam at the time of registration so that we can best determine your level. This course will help you start your English studies with confidence!
Summer 1 2025
Dates: May 28 – July 11, 2025 (all course assignments must be submitted by July 11, 2025)
Schedule: Self-paced with weekly assignment completion deadlines
Registration deadline: June 4, 2025
Hours: 6 hours per week (36 hours total)
Location: Online–fully self-paced
Price: $250Register for Summer 1 English Preparation Skills
Summer 2 2025
Dates: July 14 – August 22, 2025 (all course assignments must be submitted by August 22, 2025)
Schedule: Self-paced with weekly assignment completion deadlines
Registration deadline: July 21, 2025
Hours: 6 hours per week (36 hours total)
Location: Online–fully self-paced
Price: $250 -
40 or 80 hour Summer and Winter School courses held over 2 weeks in:
- International Relations (Model U.N.): New York City campus - 40 hours (available in Summer only)
- Leadership & Entrepreneurship: New York City campus - 40 hours (available in Summer and Winter)
- Bundled Summer Course International Relations (Model U.N.) + Leadership & Entrepreneurship: New York City campus - 80 hours (available in Summer only)
Classes meet Monday to Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and Fridays, 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Welcome to the ultimate Summer and Winter School experience in New York! Elevate your English language skills while delving into captivating content-based courses that offer immersive, experiential learning opportunities. Our 2-week programs are tailored to empower students with comprehensive English enhancement and specialized knowledge in International Relations (Model U.N.) and Leadership & Entrepreneurship.
Earn 40 or 80 hours towards your au pair education requirement.
How Can You Make the 6-Credit Requirement?
There are several ways for you to get 6 credits (60 hours or 72 hours) by taking courses in multiple sessions or combining programs. View all course combinations below by selecting the term you are interested in. Detailed course information is available below.
If you have questions about our au pair programs, please visit our FAQ page.
How to earn 60 or 72 hours in Winter, Spring, and Fall
We have many courses of different lengths to help you get the hours you need.
Click on the number of hours for course details:
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Option 1
Course: Career Skills Development Series course + Research Assignment
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Hours: 20-hour course + 20 hours/ week (research assignment)
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 40 hours
Fee: $420Learn more about weekend courses + research assignment
Option 2
Course: Leadership & Entrepreneurship Winter School
Campus: New York City
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Hours/ week: 16 hours/week + 8 hours pre-course task
Total weeks: 2 weeks (includes pre-course task)Total hours: 40 hours
Fee: $435Learn more about Summer School (Leadership & Entrepreneurship)
Option 3
Course: Intensive Integrated English Skills + 4-hour Research Assignment
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Hours: 6 weeks + 4 hours pre-assignment
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 40 hours
Fee: $310Learn more about Intensive Integrated English Skills
Option 4
Course: Communication Skills in International Advertising + 4-hour Research Assignment
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 6-7weeks
Total hours: 40 hours
Fee: $410Learn more about Communication Skills in International Advertising
Option 5
Course: Communication Skills in Ethical Marketing + 4-hour Research Assignment
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 6-7weeks
Total hours: 40 hours
Fee: $410 -
Option 1
Course: Grammar and Writing
Campus: In Person or Online
Levels: Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate and Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 5 hours/ week
Days: Monday and Wednesday
Time: Weekday mornings
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 36 hours (includes 1 hour diagnostic and instructor feedback)
Fee: $350* Subject to change.
Learn more about Grammar and Writing
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 2
Course: Conversation and Listening
Campus: In Person or Online
Levels: Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate and Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 5 hours/ week
Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Time: Weekday mornings
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 36 hours (includes 1 hour diagnostic and instructor feedback)
Fee: $350* Subject to change.
Learn more about Conversation and Listening
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 3
Course: Communication Skills in International Advertising | Communication Skills in Ethical Marketing
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Levels: Upper Intermediate-Advanced
Hours/ week: 5 hours/ week
Days: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Time: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 36 hours (includes 1 hour diagnostic and instructor feedback)
Fee: $250* Subject to change.
Learn more about Communication Skills in Marketing/ Advertising
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 4
Course: Intensive Integrated English Skills
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 6 hours/ week
Days: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Time: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 36 hours (includes 1 hour diagnostic and instructor feedback)
Fee: $250Learn more about Intensive Integrated English Skills
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 5
Course: English Preparation Skills
Campus: Online (Self-Paced, Asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 6 hours/ week
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 36 hours
Fee: $250Learn more about English Preparation Skills
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
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Option 1
Course: Reading Comprehension & Vocabulary Expansion
Campus: In Person or Online
Levels: Intermediate and Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 4 hours/ week
Days: Monday and Wednesday
Time: Weekday afternoons
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 28 hours
Fee: $275Learn more about Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary Expansion
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 2
Course: Social English in U.S. Academic Culture
Campus: In Person or Online
Levels: Intermediate - Advanced
Hours/ week: 4 hours/ week
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: Weekday afternoons
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 28 hours
Fee: $275* Classes with teacher are a mix of in-person and 'live' remote delivery.
Learn more about Social English in U.S. Academic Culture
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 3
Course: Intensive TOEFL Preparation
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Days: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Time: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 28 hours
Fee: $275Learn more about TOEFL Preparation
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 4
Course: American Culture & Media
Campus: In Person or Online
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 4 hours/ week
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: Weekday afternoons
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 28 hours
Fee: $275Learn more about American Culture & Media
Option 5
Course: Pronunciation & Grammar
Campus: In Person or Online
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 4 hours/ week
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: Weekday afternoons
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 28 hours
Fee: $275Learn more about Pronunciation & Grammar
Option 6
Course: Idioms & Vocabulary Building
Campus: In Person or Online
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 4 hours/ week
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: Weekday afternoons
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 28 hours
Fee: $275 -
Option 1
Course: Online Career Skills Development Series Courses
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Hours: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 20 hours
Fee: $260Learn more about Weekend Intensive courses
Option 2
Course: Research Assignment (add-on to Career Skills Development Series courses)*
Campus: Online
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Self-paced
Total weeks: 4 weeks
Total hours: 20 hours
Fee: $185Learn more about Research Assignment
*Must be taken with 2-Day Weekend Intensive courses
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Option 1
Course: Integrated English Skills
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 3
Days: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Time: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 18 hours
Fee: $215Learn more about Integrated English Skills
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 2
Course: TOEFL Preparation
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 3
Days: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Time: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 18 hours
Fee: $215Learn more about TOEFL Preparation
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
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Course: Research Assignment (5-6 pages)
Campus: Online
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Self-paced
Total hours: 6 hours
Fee: $95Learn more about Research Assignment
* Must be taken in conjunction with another in-person or online course
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Course: Research Assignment (3-4 pages)
Campus: Online
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Self-paced
Total hours: 4 hours
Fee: $70Learn more about research assignment
* Must be taken in conjunction with another in-person or online course
We have many courses of different lengths to help you get the hours you need.
Click on the number of hours for course details:
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Option 1
Course: Summer School Bundled Course (International Relations Model U.N. + Leadership & Entrepreneurship)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Hours/ week: 16 hours/week + 8 hours pre-course task
Total weeks: 4 weeks (includes pre-course tasks)
Fee: $810 -
Option 1
Course: Summer School (International Relations Model U.N.)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Hours/ week: 16 hours/week + 8 hours pre-course task
Total weeks: 2 weeks (includes pre-course task)
Fee: $435Learn more about Summer School (International Relations)
Option 2
Course: Summer School (Leadership & Entrepreneurship)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Hours/ week: 16 hours/week + 8 hours pre-course task
Total weeks: 2 weeks (includes pre-course task)
Fee: $435Learn more about Summer School (Leadership & Entrepreneurship)
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Option 1
Course: English Preparation Skills
Campus: Online (Self-Paced, Asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 6 hours/ week
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 36 hours
Fee: $250Learn more about English Preparation Skills
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 2
Course: Intensive Integrated English Skills
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: 6 hours/ week
Days: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Time: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 36 hours (includes 1 hour diagnostic and instructor feedback)
Fee: $250Learn more about Intensive Integrated English Skills
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 3
Course: Communication Skills in International Advertising | Communication Skills in Ethical Marketing
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Levels: Upper Intermediate-Advanced
Hours/ week: 6 hours/ week
Days: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Time: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 36 hours
Fee: $250* Subject to change.
Learn more about Communication Skills in Marketing/ Advertising
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
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Option 1
Course: Weekday Intensive - Conversation & Listening
Level: Intermediate-Upper Intermediate
Schedule: Weekday mornings
Hours/ week: 5 hours/ week
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 30 hours
Fee: $285
* Placement test requiredLearn more about Conversation and Listening
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 2
Course: Weekday Intensive - Grammar & Writing
Level: Intermediate-Upper Intermediate
Schedule: Weekday mornings
Hours/ week: 5 hours/ week
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 30 hours
Fee: $285
* Placement test requiredLearn more about Grammar and Writing
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
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Option 1
Course: Intensive TOEFL Preparation
Campus: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Level: Intermediate/ Upper Intermediate
Hours/ week: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Days: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Time: Online (self-paced and asynchronous)
Total weeks: 7 weeks
Total hours: 28 hours
Fee: $275Learn more about TOEFL Preparation
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
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Option 1
Course: Weekday Intensive - Reading Comprehension & Vocabulary Expansion
Level: Intermediate-Upper Intermediate
Schedule: Weekday afternoons
Hours/ week: 4 hours/ week
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 24 hours
Fee: $230
* Placement test requiredLearn more about Reading Comprehension & Vocabulary Expansion
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
Option 2
Course: Weekday Intensive - Polishing Your English
Level: Intermediate-Upper Intermediate
Schedule: Weekday afternoons
Hours/ week: 4 hours/ week
Total weeks: 6 weeks
Total hours: 24 hours
Fee: $230
* Placement test requiredLearn more about Polishing Your English
NOTE: An additional 4 hours or 6 hours is available by taking the optional research assignment add-on
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Option 1
Course: Research Assignment (5-6 pages)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Self-paced
Total hours: 6 hours
Fee: $85Learn more about Research Assignment
* Must be taken in conjunction with another in-person or online course
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Option 1
Course: Research Assignment (3-4 pages)
Level: Intermediate+
Schedule: Self-paced
Total hours: 4 hours
Fee: $60Learn more about research assignment
* Must be taken in conjunction with another in-person or online course