In each of the one-to-one partnerships, a member meets for a total of twelve hours with a trained volunteer tutor. The cost for each partnership is $150. In most cases, members can choose the day and time for these lessons. There are seven different partnerships available: You can also attend any of our wide variety of classes and workshops.

Conversation Partnership helps members who need extra practice in conversation, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. You can also find suggestions for questions and activities that will facilitate communication between individuals of different languages and cultures at our Conversation Topics page.

Advanced English Partnership helps members at the advanced level to learn college-level vocabulary, idioms and American values and culture. The textbook, American Ways, which you can purchase at the Information Desk, is $20. Homework will be assigned. 

Grammar Partnership helps members at the intermediate level to improve fluency and accuracy in spoken and written English. The textbook, Grammar in Use, which you can purchase at the Information Desk, is $20. Homework will be assigned. 

Writing Partnership matches a member at the intermediate level with a volunteer who is trained to assist with essays, letters, personal statements, the writing segment of the TOEFL exam, and creative writing. 

Pronunciation Partnership helps  members improve their speech clarity and listening comprehension in English. With the aid of a textbook, Pronunciation Pairs, volunteers work with members on sound pronunciation, stress, rhythm and intonation. Register at the Information Desk for a diagnostic test.

Career Skills Partnership helps members to improve their resumes, cover letters and interviewing skills. Volunteers share their experiences and offer professional advice to their partners. 

Citizenship Partnership matches a member with a volunteer to prepare for the U.S. Citizenship exam. Volunteers knowledgeable in American history help members study from citizenship textbooks, 100 test questions, and videotaped practice interviews. Members can also consult a volunteer lawyer for advice on their application for U.S. citizenship.