Welcome to the Heart of Diversity: New York City! 
This bustling metropolis isn't just America's largest city; it's a rich mosaic woven from the lives and cultures of people from across the globe. With nearly 40% of its residents coming from other countries, New York City serves as a hub of almost 800 languages and countless stories waiting to be discovered.

Why New York?
Have you ever wondered what attracts people from all over the world to this iconic city? Could their reasons connect with your own hopes for coming to America? This course provides answers to these questions, revealing how New York's diversity has influenced its personality and energy.

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What’s the class schedule?
February 22 - February 26, 2025 fully online course
- Saturday, February 22, 2025: Online class begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m.
- Sunday, February 23, 2025: Online class begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 25, 2025: Online class begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 10 p.m.
- Wednesday, February 26, 2025: Online class begins at 6:30 p.m. and ends at 9:30 p.m.
Please note: All times reflect Eastern Time

Important: Online (Zoom) classes take place live with your participation - and your camera on - as well as that of your teacher and fellow students.  Classes are not recorded for later playback.  Classes require each student to take an active role in group discussions, activities, projects, etc.  In other words, your full attention and participation are required.

Students will receive a pre-assignment as well as a post-assignment. The pre-assignment will be sent to students at least one week before the start of class.

How much is tuition?
The tuition price is $250 and includes all costs associated with the class (there are no additional material or activity fees!)

What are the online (Zoom) classes like?
The online (Zoom) classes take place live with your participation as well as that of your teacher and fellow students.  Classes are not recorded for later playback.  Classes require each student to take an active role in group discussions, activities, projects, etc.  In other words, your full attention and participation are required.

We appreciate the fact that English is not the native language for most of our students.  Consequently our classes are designed around their needs and abilities.

What is the attendance policy?
Since each Learning Across America course consists of a limited number of class sessions, Towson University requires you to attend – and actively participate in – each class from its start time to its end time.  If you fail to do so, you will not be eligible to receive a certificate of completion.  Towson University carefully monitors class attendance.

What else should I know about the course before I enroll?
Before you sign up for any course, double check class times as well as the time zone according to which the class will be taught.  Make certain that the class times do not conflict with your work commitment to your host family.  If the times conflict, this is not the course for you.

How many credit hours will I earn?
Once you successfully complete this course, you’ll earn 36 hours of credit.

If you have additional questions regarding credit hours, please contact your au pair organization.

How soon will I receive my educational certificate?
Students will be given 3 weeks to complete their post-assignment and turn it into their teacher. Once you submit your post-assignment, you will receive your certificate of completion directly from Towson University within 10 days, assuming you have satisfactorily completed all course work. Feel free to turn your assignment in as soon as you complete it, as this will allow us to get your certificate to you sooner.

What is the cancellation policy?
Students who must cancel their course will receive a 100% refund if they notify Learning Across America by email at least 5 days before the first class. Students who cancel less than 5 days before the start of the first class will forfeit $75 unless they transfer to another Learning Across America course. There will be no refunds or transfers permitted once the first class begins.