Check ESL course dates and locations below

ESL Schedule

The schedule was updated on 6/26/2026. New students are welcome to join these courses. There is no prerequisite for ESL courses. Please note the location. Classes listed as Via Zoom are online and can be taken from virtually anywhere.

*The schedule might change without notice. Please check with the ESL program office.

The Following Courses are Scheduled to Begin Soon!

ESL 1101: Beginning ESL
This is a basic conversational English course targeting listening, reading, speaking, and some writing in English. Topics include social situations such as greetings, body language, cultural differences, and asking questions both formally and informally.

ESL 1301: TOEFL® Prep*
• Gain a broad understanding of the four sections of the TOEFL® test: Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing
• Acquire helpful tips to prepare you for the TOEFL® test
• Register and take the TOEFL® with UMGC

ESL 2201: ESL Listening, Speaking & University Communications 1
In this course, we will learn new techniques that facilitate the development of listening skills and begin to apply these techniques to better understand academic and real-world listening (and videos). You will regularly discuss a variety of academic topics related to listening texts and independently present to the class. In addition, we will regularly practice independent listening and note-taking skills.

ESL 2202: ESL Listening, Speaking & University Communications 2
In this course, we will review new techniques that facilitate the development of listening skills and apply these techniques to better understand academic and real-world listening (and videos). You will regularly participate in academic and non-academic discussions on a variety of topics and present as a part of a group to the class. In addition, we will regularly practice independent listening and note-taking skills.

ESL 2201: ESL Listening, Speaking & University Communications 1
DatesDaysTimesLocationCostDeadline
August 13–September 8Thursday
Tuesday
18:00–20:00Camp Foster on-site, Zoom elsewhere in Asia$150Enroll by 8/10
ESL 1301: TOEFL Prep Course
DatesDaysTimesLocationCostDeadline
August 15–September 19Saturday9:00–12:00via Zoom$150Enroll by 8/11
ESL 1101: Beginning ESL
DatesDaysTimesLocationCostDeadline
September 4–October 9Friday17:00–19:30Kadena on-site, Zoom elsewhere in Asia$150Enroll by 9/01
ESL 2202: ESL Listening, Speaking & University Communications 2
DatesDaysTimesLocationCostDeadline
September 17–October 13Thursday
Tuesday
18:00–20:00Camp Foster on-site, Zoom elsewhere in Asia$150Enroll by 9/14

*The schedule might change without notice. Please check with the ESL program office.

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