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Welcome to Peninsula College’s Intensive English Language Studies Program!
Our primary goal is to prepare non-native English speakers for academic success in the college environment. We offer small classes and high-quality instruction in the peaceful and beautiful setting of Port Angeles, Washington. We believe that students learn best in a comfortable classroom environment when they actively participate in class using interesting and useful materials.
Program Highlights
- Integrated, content-based curriculum
- Small classes with highly trained faculty
- Safe, beautiful, and peaceful environment
- Academic College Bridge program
- College advising
- Free tutoring
- Full access to all campus resources
- No TOEFL required
- Supportive host families
- Activities on and off campus
- Close to Seattle and Victoria, B.C.
More about our Program
We offer three levels of instruction. At each level, students learn important skills that prepare them for academic study. Students who complete the Intensive English Language Studies Program with 2.0 or above in all Level 3 classes are able to enroll in college classes.
Students learn the following:
- English skills (grammar, writing, reading, and oral communication)
- Academic study skills (class discussion, presentations, research papers, note-taking)
- American culture (interaction with domestic and international students, analysis of American culture, and use of campus and community resources)
Most students who enroll in our Intensive English Program earn an Associate’s degree at Peninsula College and then transfer to a four-year university in the U.S. to complete their Bachelor’s degree. Our students have transferred to University of Washington, University of California, Los Angeles, University of Texas, Austin, Pennsylvania State University and many other excellent U.S. institutions.
Classes
We offer 3 classes at each level: Listening and Speaking class, Reading class, and Writing and Grammar class. Each class is 5 credit hours and meets Tuesday through Friday. On Mondays, students spend at least 3 additional hours working on individualized study plans either in our English language lab, the library, or in the comfort of their home.
Meet the IELS Faculty
Transcript Request Form for requesting a copy of your transcript from Peninsula College.
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