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English as a Second Language Online at Gonzaga

Our Academic ESL Program offers ESL online sessions year-round and includes students from a variety of countries and language backgrounds. The program offers 4 hours of intensive language instruction per week, on oral communication that prepares students for success at universities. Students benefit from 18 or less people per class.

What You Will Do

Studends Will

  • Practice listening + notetaking
  • Give dynamic presentations
  • Work on team projects
  • Lead and participate in active discussions
  • Join Global Conversation with American students

Guest Lectures

There will be guest lectures from Gonzaga professors and the Spokane community covering topics such as:

  • Community engagement
  • Intercultural communication
  • Diversity
  • Other areas of interest to students

Course Topics

  • American academic culture
  • American pop culture
  • American current events

For questions about this program, please contact:

Li Yang, Director of Partnerships & Collaborations

Theresa Howlett, International Admissions Counselor

     WeChat ID: theresahowlett

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About Gonzaga

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Gonzaga University is a private, Jesuit Catholic University located in Spokane, Washington. Established in 1887, the university has over 75 fields of study. Gonzaga is ranked as the No. 80 best univertsity in the U.S. and is known for its philosophy of educating the whole person- mind, body, and spirit.

 

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Accreditation

CEA

CEA is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for English language programs and institutions in the U.S.

UCIEP

University and College Intensive English Programs advance professional standards and quality instruction in intensive English programs at universities and colleges in the United States.

English USA

English USA supports the professional development of intensive English programs leaders and staff, uphold professional standards for IEPs, and increase the visibility of IEPs in the United States.

Contact the English Language Center

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502 E. Boone Ave
Spokane, WA 99258