For international students, the Intensive English as a Second Language (iESL) Program offers six levels of 8-week sessions each year. Most students continue in the program for several sessions, developing their communicative and linguistic abilities as they continue. The program is designed to help beginning to beginner to intermediate level students improve their English for communication. Students take skills classes in reading and writing, oral communication, and grammar. In addition, students take afternoon elective courses in TOEFL preparation and topics in American culture.

All of the instructors in the program hold advanced degrees in the teaching of a second language and are committed, energetic professionals.

The Intensive English as a Second Language (iESL) program will allow students to:

• Use English to communicate effectively in a social setting;
• Use English to achieve academic standards in all content areas; and
• Use English socially and in culturally appropriate ways.

• Student must complete the prescribed level. One semester unit is equivalent to 15 contact hours or the equivalent in accelerated or distance learning terms.
• Satisfactory completion of all required course work with a cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Students must apply for graduation and meet all academic and financial requirements.