This two-week program allows non-native speakers to sharpen their English skills in preparation for academic coursework. A basic vocabulary and understanding of English language structure is helpful but not necessary. Activities and techniques will focus on language production. Students will receive 2.5 hours of classroom instruction in the morning and 1.5 hours of tutoring and discussion group each evening. On the last Friday, students will visit nearby areas of interest. This is a non-credit course.

All students must provide sufficient funds to cover all expenses of the ESL program and their continued attendance at WNCC (if they wish to continue). Each student will provide a bank statement from their personal bank account (or their sponsor's bank account) showing sufficient funds for this purpose.

Students must show documentation upon arrival at WNCC that they have received an F-1 visa. Tourist (B-1) visas will not allow the student to attend classes at WNCC.

Students younger than 18 years old

Students who are under the age of 18 should have a guardian in the United States. In the event of personal emergency, accident, illness, etc., the signature of a guardian must be provided before assistance can be offered.

Cost of Attending

All balances are due upon arrival at WNCC.

ESL Summer Institute

Tuition and fees: $275

Room and board: $360

Total: $635 (per student)

Fall and Spring Semester

Tuition and fees: $2730

Living expenses: $7000

Books & supplies: $1080

Health insurance: $ 477 ($53 per month)

Total: $11,287 (per student)

Steps to Apply for the ESL Summer Institute

Our admission requirements conform to the regulations of the U.S. Government for issuing F-1 student visa documents. If you have questions, please contact the Registrar.

You must be able to provide evidence that you are able to cover the cost of the Institute.

1. Submit an admission and housing application online here.

2. Attendees will be contacted by e-mail to acknowledge acceptance to the Institute. Additional information about the necessary documents required for admission and travel will be provided at that time. After you have been notified of acceptance, you will want to make your travel arrangements with plans to arrive before the start date.

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ESL Courses
ESL Summer Institute