English as a Second Language - ESL

Five Levels of English Courses

The Academic English Studies program, Lewis & Clark’s intensive English program, offers full-time (18-20 hours per week) instruction for low-intermediate through advanced English language students. Up to 24 undergraduate elective credits may be applied toward a Bachelor of Arts degree at Lewis & Clark.

English as a Second Language (ESL) courses closely approximate undergraduate courses in teaching style, content, and expectations. The curriculum is designed to assist students in the development of essential language skills, appropriate learning strategies, and the cross-cultural awareness and sensitivities considered necessary for successful completion of their undergraduate or graduate studies.

The AES program offers courses during both semesters of the academic year; an intensive summer session is also scheduled.

Academic English Studies is a member of AAIEP and UCIEP.

About Lewis & Clark

Lewis & Clark is a private nationally regarded liberal arts institution of higher education. It is known for its global outlook, close student-faculty relationship, and service to the community; it is proud of its distinguished teachers, performers, researchers and alumni.

The undergraduate program offers a four-year liberal arts and sciences education of the highest quality. The Graduate School of Education and Counseling and the Lewis & Clark Law School also offer the top programs in the country.

International students are a vital part of our community and add to Lewis & Clark’s distinctive international character. We welcome the diversity that students with international backgrounds bring to our campus.

Semester Dates 2012-2013

Summer I 2012:  May 14-August 2.  (Placement Testing and Orientation are required and begin on 5/14.  Classes begin on 5/15.)

Summer II 2012:  June 22-August 2.  (Placement Testing and Orientation are required and begin on 6/22.  Classes begin on 6/25.)

Fall 2012:   August 27th-December 12.  (Placement Testing and Orientation are required and begin on 8/28.  Classes begin on September 4.)

Spring 2013:  January 22-May 9 (Placement Testing and Orientation are required and begin on 1/22.  Classes begin on 1/23.)

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