Learn how to communicate in English
Our non-credit ESL program is perfect for non-native speakers who want to improve their English language skills but aren't pursuing college degrees or credits. Non-credit ESL enables you to improve your speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing in English, without the stress of exams.
Ready to register?
Before you can sign-up for courses, contact ESL Coordinator, Marjorie Labe at 215-619-7396 or [email protected].
81-Hour General English Courses
Improve your speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing in a stress-free environment.Tuition is $530 plus the cost of the textbook for the entire class or two payments of $265. To enroll, you must first have an interview with the ESL Advisor.
- Adults and mature teens welcome
- Small classes with individualized attention
- Certificate awarded upon successful completion of each level
Dates, Times and Cost
| COURSE ID | TITLE | Date & TIME | COST |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLSI 2508 | ESL General English Level I (Beginner) |
9/14 - 12/21/26 |
$530 + textbook |
| LLSI 2509 | ESL General English Level II (Advanced Beginner) |
9/10 - 12/17/26 9/14 -12/16/26 |
$530 + textbook |
| LLSI 2510 | ESL General English Level III (Pre-Intermediate) | 9/10 - 12/17/26 Tues & Thurs 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR 9/15 - 12/17/26 Tues & Thurs 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
$530 + textbook |
| LLSI 2511 | ESL General English Level IV (Intermediate) | 9/21 - 12/23/26 Mon & Wed 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR 9/17 - 12/22/26 Tues & Thurs 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
$530 + textbook |
| LLSI 2515 | ESL General English Level V (Upper-Intermediate) | 9/17 - 12/22/26 Tues & Thurs 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR 9/14 - 12/16/26 Mon & Wed 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
$530 + textbook |
| LLSI 2563 | ESL General English Level VI (Advanced) | The schedule for this course will be based on student demand. | N/A |
General English Beginner Level I
Get started learning to speak, read and write in English! The Beginner I class will introduce beginners to English grammar, vocabulary and conversation. Participate in pair work, group work and class activities in English to give you the confidence and ability to take part in community, school and work-related situations.
Dates, Times & Cost
| COURSE ID | TITLE | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LLSI 2569 | 9/12 - 12/19/26 Saturdays (14 total) 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon |
$295 + textbook |
42 hours total
Saturday English Advanced Beginner I
Get ahead by improving your speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, reading and
writing skills.
Prerequisite: General English Beginner 2 or General English Level 1 or an interview with the ESL
Advisor
Dates, Times & Cost
| COURSE ID | TITLE | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LLSI 2571 | 9/12 - 12/19/26 Saturdays (14 total) 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon |
$295 + textbook |
42 hours total
Saturday English Pre-Intermediate II
This course continues practicing the skills taught in Pre-Intermediate I.
Prerequisite: General English Pre-Intermediate I or an interview with the ESL Advisor.
Dates, Times & Cost
| COURSE ID | TITLE | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LLSI 2592 | 9/26/26 - 1/16/27 Saturdays (14 total) 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon |
$295 + textbook |
42 hours total
General English Intermediate I
Prerequisite: General English Pre-Intermediate II or General English Level 3 or an interview with the ESL Advisor.
Dates, Times & Cost
| COURSE ID | TITLE | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LLSI 2593 | 9/26/26 - 1/16/27 Saturdays (14 total) 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon |
$295 + textbook |
42 hours total
The Complete Oral Communications Course: Fluency, Listening & Accent Reduction
This course is designed for post-intermediate ESL students (and higher) who wish to
increase their confidence and improve overall oral communications skills. This active
class includes conversations, discussions and oral presentations to increase both
the fluency and clarity of speech. In addition, a variety of natural listening activities
will help students better understand spoken English in social, academic and business
situations.
Prerequisite: Completion of ESL Level IV or higher and an interview with the ESL Advisor.
Dates, Times and Cost
| COURSE ID | TITLE | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LLSI 2562 | 9/17 - 12/15/26 Tues & Thurs 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR 9/16 - 12/9/26 Mon & Wed 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
$490 + textbook |
72 hours total
| COURSE ID | TITLE | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LLSI 2573 | 9/19 - 12/12/26 Sat 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
$245 + textbook |
ESL Preparation for English Language Proficiency Exams
Bring Your Own Device
Practice and improve your academic speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary, reading
and writing abilities in English. By using material from several of the most entrusted
international exams, such as the TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, TEAS, and EIKEN exams, this
course will give you the opportunity to hone your language skills, so that you will
feel prepared to perform well on the English language test of your choice.
Prerequisite: A 20-minute reading test and an interview with
the ESL Advisor.
Course Offerings & Cost
| COURSE ID | TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| LLSI 2005 | 9/17 - 12/10/26 Tues & Thurs 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
$500+ textbook |
72 hours total
NOTE: Additional class levels, days and times may be available.
Please ask the ESL Advisor about the class you are looking for. Required textbooks
can be ordered on the Cambridge University Press website.This information will be
sent by email at the time of registration.All required materials can be shipped to
your home.
Academic Prep (For-Credit) ESL
If you want to attend college in the U.S. but haven't mastered English, Montco's for-credit ESL program is the one for you.
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