Lansing Community College

English as a Second Language classes, offered through the Department of Language Skills, are designed for students who grew up speaking a language other than English as their primary language. Classes prepare students for academic success at LCC or for a transfer program. Once you have results from the LOEP test and know your level of English, you can choose any of the following courses: ㆍ Integrated Skills courses focus on reading and vocabulary development. ㆍ Writing Skills courses place emphasis on your own writing from sentences and paragraphs to different kinds of essays. ㆍ Bridge to Academic Reading and Academic Reading Skills explore reading skills for academic purposes. ㆍ Applied Grammar for Writing is designed for students who need to improve the grammar of their writing. ㆍ Communication Skills and Focus on Pronunciation provide ample opportunities to practice listening and speaking. ㆍ Computer Literacy for ESL Students course is designed for students who have never used a computer. ㆍ Academic Listening/Notetaking will help you take advantage of lectures in English. * Note: GRAMMAR AND STUDY SKILLS ARE TAUGHT IN ALL CLASSES.

The surrounding area offers a variety of cultural and convenience facilities, including shopping malls, museums, galleries, theaters, restaurants, golf courses and parks. Regularly running city buses make getting around even more convenient for students. Lansing is 2 hours from Detroit and Canada, and 4 hours from Chicago (by car). In just 2 hours you can also enjoy beautiful Lake Michigan.