English as a Second Language Instruction

Degree-seeking International students who do not speak English as their native language are invited to join Wilson’s English as a Second Language (ESL) program. ESL placement will be determined during international student orientation through portfolio analysis, a short placement exam, and TOEFL scores.

Three intermediate-advanced classes are offered each year for academic credit, along with a variety of noncredit evening classes. Classes focus on all areas of language skills, including reading, writing, listening, speaking and culture. Discussions, lectures, guest speakers and student projects are supplemented by area field trips.