Modern and Classical Languages

English as a Second Language


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ESL Class

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The English as a Second Language program, which has been at Saint Louis University since 1966, offers an Intensive English Program, as well as university-credit courses. The Intensive Program includes classes at Intermediate and Advanced levels. Instruction focuses on developing academic reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. The program's objectives are to prepare students for study in undergraduate and graduate programs, and to introduce them to the U.S. culture. The paper-based institutional TOEFL is given at the end of each semester.

ESL courses include:

We also off an 8-week summer program, "Missouri: Hollywood and History", which offers intense language practice, field trips, and a focused look at our special, regional culture.

University-credit courses include:

For questions about the ESL Program, please contact the Director, Dr. Diana Pascoe, at (314) 977-3210 or pascoecd@slu.edu

  • For General Information:
    Fr. Anthony Daly, Chair
    314.977.2448
    dalyac@slu.edu
  • Spanish Graduate Program:
    Dr. Kara McBride
    Director of Spanish Graduate Program
    314.977.3673
    spangrad@slu.edu
  • French Graduate Program:
    Dr. Annie Smart
    Director of French Graduate Program
    314.977.2449
    smart@slu.edu
  • Mailing Address:
    Ritter Hall 318
    220 North Grand Blvd.
    St. Louis, MO 63103
    tel. (314) 977-2450
    fax (314) 977-1495