To complete an application for ESL classes, watch the step-by-step video or contact ESL Registration.

Not to register for ESL classes.  You need a Student ID card in order to use the Language Learning Center, ESL Library, ESL Computer Lab, and other on-campus resources.  Visit the Sac Book Rac for hours available to get your Mt. SAC ID card.

There are no fees for noncredit ESL classes.  However, students may need to purchase textbooks for class and a parking pass for on campus classes.

Yes.  You need to take the ESL Placement Test so we can match your English level to our program's level of classes.  You may contact ESL Registration for more information or you may visit our Department landing page to Get Started.

Accessing your Mt. SAC email is important.  This is how ESL Registration will be notifying you that you have been registered for a class.  Watch this instructional video

Your Mt. SAC email account is how you will receive important program information.

When classes are full, students are placed on a waiting list.  Students are then contacted as spaces become available.  You may contact  ESL Registration for more information or status.

The average waiting time to get into filled classes depends on the number of students regularly attending classes and the length of the waiting list.  You may contact ESL Registration for more information.

Please visit the ESL website for the class schedule.

To view your class schedule, follow the link in the email you receive from ESL registration. You may also click on the link to watch a step-by-step video on how to understand your schedule View Your Mt. SAC Class Schedule and Learn How to Access Canvas.

ESL classes are taught in-person and online.  Online classes will be done using a computer.  You will need to access CANVAS.  Watch the step-by-step video to help you access and use Canvas.

Login into Canvas and click on the name of the class you want to attend.  Your instructor should have information posted on how to attend.

While you wait, you may view the videos to assist you complete additional steps needed to finalize your class registration.

• Steps to help you Register for ESL Classes
• Steps to Claim Your Mt. SAC Portal Account
• Steps to Change Your Mt. SAC Portal Password & Access Email
• Once you are registered, check out the LLC and Canvas modules in your Canvas shell.

The ESL department has classes available that are not level classes, which are part of the VESL: Career Paths Program.  If credit classes are desired, students may enroll in the credit American Language classes, or credit English classes.  Make an appointment with an ESL Counselor for your options.

The School of Continuing Education offers noncredit courses and does not offer I-20s.  Students who would like to acquire an I-20 are directed to Admissions in the Student Services Center (9B) or contact an ESL Counselor for additional details.  View Application Requirements

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