English as a Second Language
Program Level:
Pre-Majors/Transfer, Continuing Education
Program Type:
Face-to-Face
Department:
Human Development and Public Service
Institute:
Creative & Communication Arts
College:
SAC
What is the ESL program?
The Center for English Language Learning (CELL) at San Antonio College helps international students, immigrants, professionals, and others learn to speak, listen, write, and read English. This program prepares non-native English speakers for college or to pursue personal or professional goals.
What will I learn?
You will learn to speak and understand Standard American English in order to communicate at school, work, home, and in the community. In addition, you will learn to read written English with fluency and understanding and develop writing skills for personal, academic, and professional communications. Finally, you will learn to use grammar structures to communicate accurately in speaking and writing.
What can I do with this course of study?
This course of study prepares you to transition to and succeed in college-level classes and develop the communication skills to succeed in English-speaking workplaces and communities.
What is special about the program?
The Center for English Language Learning at SAC has earned national accreditation from the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation. As an ESL student, you’ll have free access to campus computer laboratories and other labs on campus. You’ll also have access to workshops and other campus resources including the Advocacy Center, Wellness 360 healthcare, and more.
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Accreditation
The English as a Second Language Program at San Antonio College is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation.
The program accreditation was most recently renewed in 2021.
The English as a Second Language Program at San Antonio College located in San Antonio, Texas are accredited by the:
Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
1001 North Fairfax Street, Suite 630
Alexandria, VA 22314 USA
(703) 665-3400
San Antonio College Accreditation
San Antonio College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associates and Baccalaureate Degrees. Questions about the accreditation of San Antonio College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Normal inquiries about the institution, such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to the college and not to the Commission's office; the Commission is to be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support an institution's significant non-compliance with a requirement or standard.
San Antonio College was established in 1925 and that year boasted 232 students and 46 instructors. In January of 1951, the college moved to its present location at 1300 San Pedro Avenue, just north of downtown.
Students who wish to view the school’s accreditation and licensing bodies documentation, may inquire at the reserve desk of the Learning Resource Center in the Moody Learning Center.