If you're interested in taking a New York City French course to develop a deeper understanding of the language, Varsity Tutors can enroll you in one of the premier products on the market today. French is one of the world's most spoken languages, being spoken regularly in France, Canada, Monaco, Belgium, Switzerland, and a variety of former French colonies. It is also a recognized language at the United Nations and the second most-utilized language in the business world behind English. All told, there are nearly 300 million French speakers worldwide.
Considering how popular French is, there is no shortage of reasons to want to learn it. Maybe you're a high school student at a local school like Trinity School or Stuyvesant High School who just enrolled in your first foreign language course. Perhaps you're a college student at a local institution such as New York University or Columbia University who needs to take French to fulfill a general ed requirement. You might be planning a trip to France, or looking for improved access to French culture and history. Some students even start taking French classes to become bilingual and enhance their resume. Regardless of why you want to study French, we provide a New York City French class that suits your needs.
That said, many native English speakers find French challenging to learn. Many common verbs are irregular, meaning that they take forms different from those suggested by conjugating simple "er" verbs. Likewise, there are two distinct past tenses in past perfect and past conditional, adding another layer of intricacy for French students to shift through. There are even "false cognates," or words that sound like the same thing in both languages but actually have completely different meanings in each one. If all of this feels overwhelming to you, there is nothing wrong with seeking professional assistance to help you reach for your French-speaking potential.
What skills can I work on in a New York City French course?
One of the biggest problems with trying to study a foreign language on your own is not having anybody to practice with. Immersion is the best way to get comfortable speaking and listening to a new language, and there's really no way to do that on your own. Students in a New York City French class have a set time each week when they can practice their French skills with a knowledgeable instructor, helping to ensure that your skills stay sharp. You can also practice in a safe learning environment, so you don't have to worry about mispronouncing a word or asking a question while you're learning.
An instructor can also help you develop your written French skills. If you could more effectively express yourself in writing, composing an outline before you start trying to compose is a good tactic in any language. Your instructor can also show you set phrases that fit into a variety of contexts to make getting started easier. For instance, je veux (I want) can be used for anything from a casual conversation to listing your hopes and dreams. Many students find fleshing out a piece to be easier than getting started, so even a simple phrase can get you on the right track.
You can also go over the intricacies of French grammar. For example, many native English-speakers have a hard time understanding that nouns in French are classified as either masculine or feminine, each of which takes a different set of pronouns. Worse, plural nouns have their own set of pronouns regardless of whether they are otherwise masculine or feminine. Your instructor can teach you memorization tricks to help you remember which words are associated with which pronouns and improve your self-confidence with the language.
Depending on why you're studying French, you may also need to study French history and culture. These topics are best approached like a social studies class. For example, a timeline of events can help you understand the Napoleonic Era and how it made French an international standard even after the Emperor's defeat.
How does a New York City French course provided by Varsity Tutors work?
Every New York City French class we provide consists of a knowledgeable teacher and other students studying the language. Each instructor undergoes an extensive vetting process, so you can trust that you will be studying under a skilled communicator with fluency in French. You can also arrange private study sessions with your teacher if you feel as though you need some individualized attention to overcome a particular learning obstacle.
All class sessions take place on our live virtual platform, an online classroom that supports real-time communication with both your teacher and your peers. Since you're studying online, you don't have to worry about commuting anywhere in order to attend your sessions. We also offer two and four-week classes to make it easier to find something that works with your schedule. New classes start on a monthly basis, so you never need to wait too long to start studying French.
Working with other students may seem like an unwanted distraction at first, but it's actually quite beneficial. Everybody is likely to bring a different accent and dialect to the classroom, giving you experience hearing different types of spoken French. This provides a more realistic simulation of what it would be like to visit Francophone areas, as even native speakers often sound differently based on their home region. You can also explain concepts to each other and foster a collaborative learning environment that makes French more accessible to everyone. Splitting a classroom also allows you to split the cost, making formal French instruction more affordable than you might expect.
Can I enroll in a New York City French course today?
No matter why you want to take a New York City French class, Varsity Tutors can enroll you in a class that suits your academic and scheduling needs. Reach out to a knowledgeable Educational Consultant today for more information on how to get the process started. We look forward to hearing from you!

Nicholas: New York French course instructor
...grades in a course, or learning for travel - I will be more than able to help you reach them. Additionally, I tutor for LSAT preparation. On the October 2015 exam, I scored a 167 (94th percentile) and am confident that I can help you reach your test goals. A higher score leads to better schools and more scholarships, so every point counts! I have a lot of availability and am more than willing to...
Education & Certification
- University of Delaware - Bachelors, Spanish Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- IB Language B HL
- IB Language B SL
- +26 subjects

Eva : New York French course instructor
...language with intention yet flexibility. It loses its beauty and particularity the second discouragement spreads, the instant anxiety kicks in. I believe a good tutor must do more than teach content. She offers positive reinforcement and guidance, discerning aid every step of the way. Outside of academia, I act and sing in musicals and choirs, do improv comedy, visit art museums, and run around the city in pursuit of food. I like to eat. I...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, English/Comparative Literature, Pre-Medical Studies
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Test Prep
- Spanish 3
- +43 subjects

Dylan: New York French course instructor
...author's main argument and styles, they learn more than basic information to repeat in a test: they begin to master the information and use it to approach new material with greater preparedness. I always want the learner's outcome to be a compoundable skill. For students learning to read and write better, I believe it's all about structure. There are simple constructs of idea, speaker, and audience that must be conveyed in an essay. An author...
Education & Certification
- Fordham College at Lincoln Center - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre Performance in Romance Languages
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Elementary School Math
- Comparative Literature
- +56 subjects

Brandon: New York French course instructor
...case?"). Finally, I've found that the best way to facilitate learning is to highlight easily understandable parallels to the content being studied. For example, I would compare a historical event to an ongoing, contemporary controversy. Or I would encourage students to think of historical figures as actual characters with goals and motivations instead of just a name on a page. Likewise, when tutoring vocabulary, I would encourage students to make an educated guess about a...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Politics
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Advanced Placement
- Geography
- +33 subjects

Ashton: New York French course instructor
...degree in computer science and mathematics from the University of Rochester, and am currently pursuing a master's degree in cybersecurity at Rutgers University. I have experience tutoring math at the middle school and high school levels, particularly algebra and related topics. In tutoring I believe the most important thing is that the student understand *why* something is the case, rather than just *that* it is. This is crucial to forming a strong foundation on which...
Education & Certification
- University of Rochester - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
- ACCUPLACER
- Datamining
- +99 subjects

Hannah: New York French course instructor
...reading comprehension and writing skills, interested in growing your vocabulary and perfecting your grammar, or need some help with English class, literary analysis, or essay editing, I would love to help bring out the best in you as a reader and writer. If you're in the first few levels of French study and would like help improving your spoken, written, and reading skills, I can help with that, too. If you have a standardized test...
Education & Certification
- Michigan State University - Bachelors, Music
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACT Writing
- Languages
- Social Studies
- +31 subjects

Anna: New York French course instructor
I am a recent graduate of Columbia University with a degree in English literature. I have tutored a variety of subjects for the past six years, including English, French, Writing, college applications, and test prep. I think that with the right attitude, any subject can be interesting and enjoyable, and I hope to instill the same sense of passion for these subjects in my students.
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- French 3
- Languages
- Elementary School Writing
- +18 subjects

Chris: New York French course instructor
...draw from my own extensive experiences as an English Literature major, law student, and law firm associate. Whether the student need assistance with poetry, literature, technical writing, research, reading comprehension, persuasive writing, style, grammar, or anything else, I would be thrilled to offer my guidance. At the same time, I would also enjoy assisting students improve their Spanish, French, or public speaking abilities, as I am quite passionate about these subjects as well. I am...
Education & Certification
- Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, English Language and Literature minor in Spanish
- Rutgers School of Law - Newark - Juris Doctor, Law
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Spanish 4
- Writing
- +20 subjects

Jorge: New York French course instructor
I'm eager to help you in whatever way I can! I'm a graduate of Harvard (BA, Social Anthropology) and Columbia (MA, Human Rights) and have spent years tutoring students in a variety of subjects. I'm a firm believer that effective tutoring stems from developing a program that is tailored and highly customized to individual students. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
- Harvard University - Bachelors, Social Anthropology
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Masters, Human Rights
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Italian
- IB Global Politics HL
- +57 subjects

Jillian: New York French course instructor
...recipient of an award from the French Department at NYU. I first became passionate about tutoring in high school, when I would assist other students in mathematics. I also have experience working with elementary school students in a bilingual New York City public school. One of the aspects of tutoring that I always look forward to is when students are able to confidently join their peers. In order to succeed in math, I approach each...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Psychology
Subject Expertise
- French
- Geography
- AP Calculus AB
- SAT Mathematics
- +78 subjects

Mary: New York French course instructor
...a year on the Varsity Field Hockey Team. I also spent my time volunteering as a member of Delta Gamma for the Service for Sight Foundation. I was lucky enough to have spent a semester abroad in Paris, capitalizing on the availability of French pastries and museum access. After spending time as a Teaching Assistant for Biology and Organic Chemistry Lab in college, I discovered a passion for teaching. I am currently a full time...
Education & Certification
- University of Rochester - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- French
- ACT Science
- Biology
- IB Biology HL
- +22 subjects

Johann: New York French course instructor
...10th and 11th grade students at The Lycee Francais of New York, The Spence School, The Nightingale Bamford School, and LaGuardia High School. For the past 4 years, he has tutored hundreds of students one-on-one for the SSAT, ISEE, and SAT II Math Subject Tests (I and II). He also advises students applying to performing arts conservatories and coaches students on their college application essays. Johann is a proud graduate of Northwestern University, Choate Rosemary...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre/Music Theatre
Subject Expertise
- French
- Algebra
- Literature
- SAT Mathematics
- +57 subjects

Vincent: New York French course instructor
I graduated this past spring from Yale University with a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature (with a nonfiction writing concentration thesis on architecture and memory). I bring five years of tutoring experience as a Yale Writing Partner, assisting college students with their academic papers, grad school applications, and anything else that needs to be written clearly and effectively. I live in Brooklyn and work as a museum educator at The Frick Collection.... The first session is all about meeting the student -- learning what motivates him or her, and beginning to determine how he or she works best. We work through a variety of preliminary exercises in the subject, each one catered to a different learning style. The emphasis during this first, crucial meeting is to establish trust and cooperation with the student -- and to make the work enjoyable.
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- French
- Test Prep
- Summer
- ACT Writing
- +36 subjects

Katherine: New York French course instructor
I am currently a sophomore on the Varsity Tennis Team at Williams College majoring in Economics and Psychology. I have 3 years of experience tutoring/mentoring struggling students and those wishing to excel beyond their curriculum. I absolutely love to guide students towards their full potentials. In my experience, I have tutored all subjects from 5th-7th grade, and have the most fun working through Math and English.
Education & Certification
- Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- French
- AP Macroeconomics
- Psychology
- Middle School Math
- +48 subjects

Adam: New York French course instructor
I'm a current student at Columbia University studying sociology and business management. I'm passionate about helping others learn new material and reach new heights of academic excellence. In my free time, I'm usually visiting art museums, in a ballet class, or exploring the city. Feel free to reach out to me with any further questions!... All students can reach excellence when given the type of instruction that fits their unique learning style.... The first thing I do is create a connection with each student--being comfortable with each other is essential. Then, we can set some goals to be entirely clear about what we plan to accomplish during the session.
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Sociology and Business Management
Subject Expertise
- French
- Spanish
- Algebra
- Economics
- +64 subjects

Georgia: New York French course instructor
...studying environmental science, and Russian. Throughout high school I volunteered with various organizations to help teach students everything from French to Taekwondo. I am most interested in Russian and Math, but tutor a wider range of subjects. I genuinely love learning, and I try to help others understand why certain subjects appeal to me, with the hope that they find their own reasons to be interested in the subjects. In my free time I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Columbia College New York - Current Undergrad, Undecided
Subject Expertise
- French
- Russian
- Algebra 2
- ACT English
- +30 subjects

Laura: New York French course instructor
...can be on top of other studies, and I am really looking to work through these issues with potential students. I am available for sessions in biology, chemistry, physics, as well as a range of math levels. I am also available for SAT, PSAT, and ACT prep. I have ample experience with academic writing, so I can work with students through many different types of assessments. I know that the subjects I tutor can be...
Education & Certification
- Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Anthropology
Subject Expertise
- French
- Middle School Math
- Calculus
- Calculus 2
- +61 subjects

Alison: New York French course instructor
I graduated with a BA in Finance and Minor in Chemistry from Simmons College in Boston, MA. I have extensive work experience in client relationship management and have just received my 500-hour yoga teacher training certification. I am passionate about learning and love to help others excel.
Education & Certification
- Simmons College of Kentucky - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
Subject Expertise
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
- High School English
- Middle School Reading
- +34 subjects

James: New York French course instructor
...and Hunter College and Baruch College in New York City. I currently hold two masters degrees, one in Fine Art and one in Education. I have worked with younger people since my first volunteer work at a public school on the south side of the Chicago in the early 90s. I have been a teacher in public schools for the last 10 years, but was a teacher both in Japan and in New York City...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
- CUNY Hunter College - Masters, Education
Subject Expertise
- French
- Japanese
- SAT Mathematics
- Arithmetic
- +23 subjects