Laurel Ridge Community College prepares students to reach their personal, academic, and professional goals in the ESL programs Students can improve their English proficiency and cultural competence in a safe and supportive learning environment.
ESL Programs include Fundamental ESL, Academic ESL Pathway, Workplace English, and ESP (English for Specific Purpose).
Academic ESL Pathway
The ESL/EAL classes teach English skills to students who pursue academic or career paths. Students can transition to a degree, certificate, or credential program at Laurel Ridge and transfer to a four-year college.
- Level placement: Accuplacer ESL and writing test
- In-Person and Online Live Classes
- Flexible class schedule with day and evening hours
- Pathways to Laurel Ridge academic and career programs
- Affordable tuition and financial assistance
- Global Friend & Family conversation program
- Experienced ESL faculty
- Friendly staff and community events
- Academic information and dates
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I am a:
Permanent Resident
- Complete the FREE Application for Admission
- Documents necessary: current and previous Green Cards
Au pair
- Complete the FREE Application for Admission
- Documents necessary: letter from employment agency and from host family to verify status, VISA/passport
DACA Students
- Complete the FREE Application for Admission
- Documents necessary: current and all previous DACA cards and/or I-797s
ESL/EAL Resources
Placement and Proficiency Level
- English Placement Tests
- ESL Lounge Student
- Cambridge Assessment English
- English Language Level Test
- English Level Test
Study Skills
Writing
- Purdue’s On-Line Writing Lab
- TV411 Writing Strategies
- English Writing Online
- Capital Community College Guide to Grammar and Writing
Reading
- TV411 Reading Strategies
- The Study Zone
- Interlink
- Really Learn English Practice
- English Test Store Reading Skills and Practice (timed)
Listening and Speaking
Levels and Courses
Level 20 – High Beginner: ESL 21, ESL 22, ESL 24
Level 30 – Intermediate: ESL 31, ESL 32, ESL 33, ESL 35
Level 40 – High intermediate: ESL 41, ESL 42, ESL 43, ESL 45
Advanced: ESL 95
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