ESL - English Language Program Overview

RRCC ESL

The Red Rocks Community College English as a Second Language Program is changing the ESL landscape by creating innovative solutions to English acquisition. We pride ourselves with top quality instruction, academic rigor and accountability, and easy access.

Resident Credit Intensive Program

  • 12 credit intensive daytime program- Meets three days a week-Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced levels
  • Financial Aid eligible
  • One of three CCCS ESL academic college prep programs
  • Access to ESL tutoring lab

International Student/ F1 visa Intensive Program

  • Integrated into our resident intensive program. F1 students require additional classroom time to meet Federal requirements.
  • We accept lower-level English learners. No TOFEL requirement.
  • Much lower cost compared to Colorado universities.
  • Holistic program includes programming to support all aspects of their lives while studying in USA. Students have opportunities to engage in activities on campus, and in the community.

J1 visa and Au Pair Students

Red Rocks is not offering any noncredit ESL classes in the Summer 24 or Fall 24 semester.