The PLUS Center is located on the campus of St. John's University- Queens campus.The PLUS Center at St. John's University allows students the opportunity to experience life at a typical American college in a secured environment in the heart of Queens, a borough of New York City. Queens, which is the one of the largest boroughs in "The City that Never Sleeps," is a welcoming environment to people from all over the world; it's one of the most ethnically diverse places in the country, and it is the most linguistically diverse place in the world due to its variety of communities.
It is well-known in the United States as being a top destination for tourists due to its cultural and culinary diversity. With easy access via public transportation to Manhattan, the PLUS Center offers students the opportunity to live like a New Yorker from the comfort and safety of the St. John's University campus.
The canteen is just a few minutes' walk from the accommodations. The canteen is large and modern, and includes entrée, salad, and dessert stations.
When it comes to sports facilities, with a large quad area called the Great Lawn surrounded by architecturally beautiful buildings, it is picture perfect. Its many sports facilities are modern, with multiple stadiums, fields, and courts.
Campus Highlights
| Arrival dates | Weeks | Programmes | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17-06-2026 | 2/3 weeks | EXPERIENCE ; CLASSIC | |
| 01-07-2026 | 2/3 weeks | EXPERIENCE ; CLASSIC | |
| 08-07-2026 | 2 weeks | EXPERIENCE ; CLASSIC | |
| 15-07-2026 | 2/3 weeks | EXPERIENCE ; CLASSIC | |
| 22-07-2026 | 2 weeks | EXPERIENCE ; CLASSIC | |
| 29-07-2026 | 2 weeks | EXPERIENCE ; CLASSIC |
*If your group needs to arrive on a different date, please discuss this with our team to find a suitable alternative. Please note that arrivals and departures on long-distance excursion dates will result in missing the excursion, which cannot be rescheduled. Three-week programmes start on the days specified above only.
The center is advisable for young learners aged 13 to 20.
Residential Option
St. John's University offers in apartments with two/four single or twin bedrooms and one/two shared bathrooms per apartment. Bed to bathroom ratio: 4:1. There is a laundry room in each residence hall that has washers and dryers available free of charge.
Weekend Away Accommodation
Accommodation for weekend away stays is arranged in a comfortable, mid-range select-service hotel, such as Marriott, Hilton, Holiday Inn, or a similar branded property, located in or close to the city or destination being visited. Bedrooms typically include queen or full-size beds.
Student rooms: Twin rooms, with four students allocated per room.
Group Leader rooms: Group Leaders will share a room with another Group Leader of the same gender. This may be a Group Leader from their own group or a same-gender Group Leader from a different group.
A 14-Night Programme includes:
A 21-Night Programme includes all of the above, with the addition of:
All excursions include a Walking Tour and are escorted by PLUS staff, except for self-guided visits in 21-Night Programmes, which allow groups to explore independently. Transportation such as day tickets for local excursions and private coach services for long-distance trips is arranged by PLUS as needed.
A 14-Night Programme includes:
A 21-Night Programme includes all of the above, with the addition of:
All excursions include a Walking Tour and are escorted by PLUS staff, except for self-guided visits in 21-Night Programmes, which allow groups to explore independently. Transportation such as day tickets for local excursions and private coach services for long-distance trips is arranged by PLUS as needed.
Our PLUS USA staff organises various social and sports activities on campus throughout the program, which may include the following:
Click the PDF icon to view a sample menu. Please note that this is for reference only and will be updated nearer the summer. Our meal cycle starts with lunch on arrival day and finishes with breakfast on departure day. The first and last meals may be packed. Please always arrive on time at the canteen, as late arrivals may miss their meal once service has ended.
Say hello to our new travel insurance – a safety net for students, families, and our partner agencies. From the unexpected to the unpredictable, it’s got you covered:
Built for peace of mind, our travel insurance is designed to provide security for you and your students, so you never have to stress if plans change, luggage goes missing, or unforeseen circumstances arise.
To find out more, visit the Agency Area.