English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
 
Savannah Technical College offers English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) as part of its developmental course offerings. The classes are designed to develop the English language skills of students whose native language is not English. Classes are offered at three levels: Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced. Each level contains four courses that are designed to be taken simultaneously: Listening and Speaking, Grammar Communication, Reading, and Composition.
 
ESOL curriculum
 
Class # of Credits Class Title
ESOL 0066 3 Beginning ESL Listening and Speaking
ESOL 0076 3 Beginning ESL Reading
ESOL 0086 3 Beginning ESL Grammar Communication
ESOL 0096 3 Beginning ESL Composition
ESOL 0067 3 Intermediate ESL Listening and Speaking
ESOL 0077 3 Intermediate ESL Reading
ESOL 0087 3 Intermediate ESL Grammar Communication
ESOL 0097 3 Intermediate ESL Composition
ESOL 0068 3 Advanced ESL Listening and Speaking
ESOL 0078 3 Advanced ESL Reading
ESOL 0088 3 Advanced ESL Grammar Communication
ESOL 0098 3 Advanced ESL Composition
 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

   

How long is the ESOL program?

 

Each student moves through the ESOL program at his/her own pace. Generally, most students complete the ESOL program in 18 months.

 

How much do the ESOL classes cost?

 

The tuition rate for the ESOL classes is the same as for regular college classes.   
 

Does Savannah Technical College recognize English proficiency tests such as TOEFL or IELTS?

 

Currently, Savannah Technical College does not use TOEFL or IELTS scores to determine your level of English proficiency. Instead, we use the COMPASS ESL, which is the placement test you will take as part of the admissions process. If you did well on TOEFL or IELTS, then you should do well on COMPASS ESL.

 

What can I do after I finish the ESOL program?

 

The ESOL program is designed to prepare you for study in an American college or university. So, you may enroll in any of Savannah Technical College’s programs. Certain program restrictions apply to international students with F1 non-immigrant status.

 

Will another college or university recognize the ESOL classes at Savannah Tech?

 

Because the ESOL classes are part of Savannah Tech’s developmental course offerings, another college or university will not recognize them. However, after you complete the ESOL program, you may take ENG 1101, Composition and Rhetoric, which is recognized by other colleges.
 
 
 
 
 
The classes in this program are not covered by state or federal financial aid.
 
 
This ESOL program is designed for international students who come to Savannah Tech with F1 and M1 visas. If you are a permanent resident or citizen of the United States, click here to read about our free Adult Education ESL program.
 
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