Jul 25, 2025  
2025-2026 Catalog SVC 
    
2025-2026 Catalog SVC

English Language Acquisition (ELA)


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Program Overview


Interested in learning or improving your English language skills? English Language Acquisition (ELA) provides English language instruction in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and college readiness. ELA prepares students for transition to High School Completion; College and Career Bridge; college certificate and degree programs; and employment. 

Cost of Program


ELA tuition is $25 per quarter. You may take more than one ELA class at no extra cost. A tuition waiver is available for those meet income eligibility.

Program Admissions


Any person with limited English skills who is age 19 or older OR any individual who has graduated from high school is eligible to enroll in ELA classes.  

Individuals age 16-18 who have not graduated from high school may enroll after providing a high school release form (obtainable from the high school were you currently live), or if homeschooled, a notarized statement of homeschooling. 

Individuals with a student or au pair (F1, M1, or J1) Visa 4 are not eligible and should contact International Programs for information on class options.

Register for Classes
  • Day and evening classes are available
  • Mount Vernon campus: Assistance in registering is available in Lewis Hall at the Admissions Desk or in room L-127
  • Oak Harbor campus: Assistance in registering is available in Oak Hall at the Admissions Desk.
Contact Us
  • Mount Vernon campus: 360.416.7640
  • Whidbey Island campus: 360.679.5339

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