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Intensive English as a Second Language (IESL) Program

We prepare international students for academic success in the college environment.  We believe that students learn best in a comfortable classroom environment where they actively participate in class.

Our program offers:

  • Small classes (less than 15 students) with highly trained and experienced faculty
  • On-campus placement exam (No TOEFL required)
  • Guaranteed admission into college-level classes after IESL completion
  • Academic College Bridge program 
  • College advising, free tutoring, writing and computer labs

Levels: 

Peninsula College offers 3 Levels of IESL which combine Listening/Speaking, Reading, Writing/Grammar and an Academic Bridge Program. 

Level 1:  Basic (space is limited; please inquire)
Level 2:  Intermediate
Level 3:  High-Intermediate

At each level, students learn important skills that prepare them for college-level classes: 

  • English skills (grammar, writing, reading, and oral communication) 
  • Academic study skills (class discussion, presentations, note-taking, research) 
  • American cultural awareness

Earn College Credit while in ESL (PC Academic Bridge)

Allows students with 3.5 or higher GPA to earn college degree credit while completing their language studies. This is an excellent opportunity for IESL students to get the support they need to be successful in degree-level classes. 

Level 1 & 2:  qualified IESL students may also take a college-level physical education course
Level 3:  qualified IESL students may also select from the following college-level options

  • Cross-cultural Communication
  • Math (level based on placement test)
  • Physical Education 

After Intensive English

IESL completion →
(at Peninsula College) 
Associates Degree (90 credits) →
(2 years at Peninsula College) 
Bachelor’s Degree
(2 years at transfer university) 

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