Welcome to Credit English as a Second Language
Fall 2024 In-Person Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Closed Fridays
SBCC Cliff Drive Campus
Humanities Building, room H-328
(805) 730-4120
esl@sbcc.edu
ESL Peer Mentors available Monday-Wednesday 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
(805) 770-1470
Thank you for your interest in enrolling in credit English as a Second Language (ESL) courses in Santa Barbara City College! SBCC ESL welcomes all English language learners from beginning to advanced. We are excited to help you to become a Santa Barbara City College student where you can:
- Improve English skills for work
- Gain confidence in your ability to communicate in English
- Find new pathways for careers and education
- Participate in our community
Explore the ESL Program
We offer classes in the day, evening and online. Students study grammar, speaking, listening, reading, vocabulary and writing. SBCC ESL teachers, office staff, peer advisors and tutors are all here to help you! In addition, credit ESL students use the many resources available through the beautiful SBCC Cliff Campus.
Take Credit ESL Classes
The ESL Office helps all ESL students apply to the college and enroll in classes. Call Raquel Hernandez-Alvarado at 805-730-4120 and email: alvarado@sbcc.edu
We look forward to talking with you!
Financial Aid
Learning English to meet your goals is an opportunity and a challenge. We will help you every step of the way! Call the ESL Office: Raquel Hernandez-Alvarado at 805-730-4120 or email: alvarado@sbcc.edu
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