Tuition-free English, adult basic education and high-school-equivalency preparation for eligible NYC residents age 21 or older who do not hold a U.S. high school diploma or equivalency. Foreign diplomas do not prevent participation. Contact Adult Education to confirm eligibility, assessment, location and enrollment.
Phone: 646-481-8227.
Location: Programs across all five boroughs; contact Adult Education for placement and registration.
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Sources reviewed October 25, 2026.