English As A Second Language
CREDIT HOURS
8 Credit Hours
ESTIMATED COST*
$3,136
CERTIFICATE ACHIEVED
Tuition is subject to change without notice. Additional fees may be required.
FULL DESCRIPTION
HOW TO APPLY
The ESL Program at Salt Lake Technical College offers six levels of ESL instruction leading to SLTC certificate programs or SLCC degree programs. A placement test is given to determine the level at which a student should begin. Placement tests are arranged at the time students seek to register for the program. ESL classes include intensive academic English practice in reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
The mission of the English as a Second Language (ESL) program at Salt Lake Community College is to improve students' English language skills which will help them successfully develop personally, professionally, and academically at Salt Lake Community College.
Basic Skills Courses: Hours vary depending on student needs.
- Apply to SLCC
Complete an online Application for Admission. - Complete Orientation
You can complete an orientation in person or online. - Take the CASAS assessment
Determine your academic skill level if you are starting a Salt Lake Technical College program or need to register for an ESL class. - Make an Appointment with an Academic Advisor
Meet with an advisor after completing the assessment. - Pay Tuition
Pay tuition at Cashier Services before registering for courses. - Register for Courses in MySLCC.
International Students
International students (students on a nonimmigrant visa) must complete the International Student Application for admission through the International Student Services before being able to enroll.
International Student Services
Taylorsville Redwood Campus
Student Center (STC) Room 101
801-957-4528
international.affairs@slcc.edu
SLCC F-1 international students will automatically be enrolled in the Ascension Health Insurance Plan when they register for classes. Please contact the office for international students for further details.
ESL LEVELS
Tuition and Fees
(subject to change without notice)
- Tuition: Based on $90 per technical credit hour
- Student Fees: $8 per technical credit hour
- Lab Fees: $0.00 for each language lab
- Books: $61.75 - $202.25 per level - ask instructor prior to purchasing books
- International Student Tuition and Fees is $784 (not including books and International Application fee) for a total of 8 credit hours per semester
For further details please see the Course Availability and Cost Estimate
Available Class Schedules
Taylorsville Redwood Campus
4600 South Redwood Rd, Salt Lake City, Utah 84130
Mon - Thu 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Mon - Thu 4:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m
South City Campus
1575 South State Street, Salt Lake City, Utah 84115
Mon - Thu 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
West Valley Center
3460 South 5600 West, West Valley City, UT 84128
Mon - Thu 4:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Herriman Campus
14551 South Sentinel Ridge Blvd, Herriman, Utah 84096
Mon - Thu 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
ESL Placement
The ESL Placement is used to determine your knowledge in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. It determines the appropriate level of courses based on your ability. The test is administered online at SLCC Testing Services.
Financial Aid
- ESL courses are not eligible for VA.
- ESL(TESL) courses qualify for some SLCC scholarships.
Additional Program Notes
Because all classes are now offered individually, there are no required minimum hours of enrollment (EXCEPT for International Visa students who must attend full-time).