For-credit, academic prep ESL program
For students whose first language isn't English and/or F-1 students, we provide a credit, academic preparatory ESL (English as a Second Language) program to help you succeed at Montco and beyond. Among other services, you'll receive an interview, tutoring, academic and cultural advising.
Our coursework includes:
- Three semi-intensive classes that introduce basic English vocabulary and pronunciation and practice in speaking, listening and writing;
- ESL Basic Writing I and II to prepare you for English Composition I;
- Vocabulary Development I and II;
- Oral/Aural Skills to help develop your listening and conversation skills.
View Course List
| Course | Description | Credits |
| 004 | Beginning: study basic verbs (be and have), present verb tenses, basic vocabulary and learn to write sentences | 6 |
| 005 | Low Intermediate: study past, present and future tenses as well as simple and compound sentences, write short paragraphs | 6 |
| 006 | Intermediate: study all verb tenses, modals, non-count nouns and articles. Also work on sentence structure and longer paragraphs | 6 |
| 009 | Oral skills: study academic skills such as note-taking, small group work and presentations. Also
work on pronunciation THIS IS NOT A REQUIRED CLASS but it is a prerequisite for some Communication Studies |
3 |
| 010 | Advanced level 1: study verb tenses, clauses and gerunds. Also work on advanced sentence structure
and longer paragraphs THIS CLASS IS TAKEN WITH REA 014. |
3 |
| 011 | Advanced level 2: study advanced clauses and sentence structure, passive voice and more. Also work
on citations and other academic writing skills to compose paragraphs, journals and
more THIS CLASS IS TAKEN WITH REA 017. |
3 |
Whether you plan to enroll as a part- or full-time student, you should:
- Submit an application to Montco;
- Interview with an advisor.
- Talk with an advisor to choose your courses and transition successfully to college.
Adult Continuing Education (non-credit) ESL
Perfect for non-native speakers who want to improve their English language skills but aren't pursuing a college degree or credits ...
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