SUNY Cobleskill offers two English as a second language courses, ESOL 120 and ESOL 130, for a total of 6 credits. ESOL 120, Intermediate ESL, is available as part of the Summer Intensive ESL program (see below). ESOL 130, Advanced ESL, is available during the academic year.
Summer Intensive English as a Second Language Program
SUNY Cobleskill offers an intensive summer English as a second language program that combines four weeks of classroom instruction with weekend excursions and a two-week home stay. The home stay occurs after the instruction period so students can practice their English language skills and become comfortable in an American cultural setting.
While studying on the college campus, students enroll in ESOL 120, Intermediate ESL, for 3 credits. This course includes instruction in listening, speaking, reading and writing to prepare for college level work. ESOL 120 is highly interactive; video and computer activities are provided in the classroom.
The Summer Intensive ESL program is available to incoming SUNY Cobleskill students and students preparing to enter college. This year, the program dates are Monday, July 10 to Friday, August 4, 2006. Classes run from 9 am to 12 pm, and then again from 1 pm to 3 pm (Monday - Friday).
The cost of the program is $2300.
Application
To apply for the summer program, please complete the Application for the ESL Program.
Academic Year
ESOL 130, Advanced ESL, is available in the fall and spring semesters. This 3-credit course is recommended for non-native speakers of English who are not quite ready for college composition. In ESOL 130, students are introduced to college-level reading and writing assignments and research techniques while attending classes with American students. Sharing classes with Americans helps students improve their English language skills.
Outside of class, writing tutors in the Center for Academic Excellence offer assistance in planning and revising assignments.
For more information on English as a Second Language, please e-mail the Office of Admissions.