English as a Second Language

Your Journey to Learning English Starts Here!

At Alamo Colleges, we believe language opens doors — to new opportunities, connections, and confidence. Our English as a Second Language (ESL) program is designed specifically for adults who want to improve their English skills in a supportive, engaging, and dynamic environment. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, we’re here to help you succeed - at NO COST to eligible learners.

Our program focuses on conversational English with a personalized approach to learning based on your abilities, interests and needs. We are dedicated to helping you build your confidence and strengthen your skills in four key areas: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

 

Ready to start your journey?

Am I Eligible For Free Classes?

Eligibility Requirements

  • 18 years or older when applying for the program
  • Bring one of the required documents unexpired (e.g., U.S. Real ID, U.S. Birth Certificate, or list of approved documents
  • Have not earned an associate degree or higher
  • Willing to take assessments related to barriers, academics, skills aptitude, and workplace readiness
  • Committed to completing the program

Eligibility 

I'm Ready, What's Next?

I'm Ready, What's Next?

Submit an interest form – GET STARTED.

Complete a CE Admissions form, and we will follow up with you on your next steps and additional information that will assist you in making decisions to pursue your GED and other academic/career goals.

 

Success Coaches for Adult Education

Priscilla De Los Santos  (WETC) 

HSE/HS Diploma/ESL  
Alamo Colleges - Adult  Education

210-485-0244 (Direct)
pdelossantos7@alamo.edu

 

Manuel Olivares

HSE/HS Diploma
New Braunfels Area
Alamo Colleges - Adult  Education

210-486-7422 (Direct)
moilvares79@alamo.edu 

 

Michelle Moreno

Career Training
Alamo Colleges - Adult  Education

210-486-7405 (Direct)
mmoreno181@alamo.edu

 

Patricia Ahrens

Career Trainings 
Alamo Colleges - Adult  Education

210-485-0925 (Direct)
pahrens@alamo.edu

 

 Sabrina Salazar (SAC)

HSE/HS Diploma/ESL
Alamo Colleges - Adult  Education

210-486-0463 (Direct)
ssalazar135@alamo.edu

Zaeva Mercado (SPC)

HSE/HS Diploma/ESL
Alamo Colleges - Adult Education

210-486-2638 (Direct)
zmercado5@alamo.edu

Prisilla Lares (SETC)

HSE/HS Diploma/ESL
Alamo Colleges - Adult  Education

210-485-0281 (Direct)
plares5@alamo.edu 

Leticia Aranda (PAC)

HSE/HS Diploma/ESL
Alamo Colleges - Adult Education

210-485-0449 (Direct)
lgarcia32@alamo.edu

Genaro Valadez (EETC)

HSE/HS Diploma/ESL
Alamo Colleges - Adult  Education

210-485-0770 (Direct)
gvaladez1@alamo.edu