IPSO offers the following information as a reference guide to Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿Ú's international community. Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿Ú does not endorse any of these programs.
International Link is offering FREE in-person ESL classes with trained local teachers from September-May. There are morning and evening options every Thursday, and it is open enrollment, so you can start anytime! They also offer many other kinds of language learning options. For more info and to register, visit: . If you have questions, please contact International Link through their website.
The Center for Writing Excellence (CWE) offers a variety of writing circles ranging from dissertation to publication. In addition, CWE hosts Speaking Circles via Zoom where English Language Learners can practice their English skills. For more details about CWE's services, visit the Writing/Speaking Groups and Retreats webpage.
Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿Ú offers developmental English courses designed for non-native English speakers that focus primarily on reading and writing. Students must meet the qualifying TOEFL scores. These courses are eligible for the Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿Ú Tuition Assistance Program. For more information please contact Dr. Jun Zhao in English & World Languages.
Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿Ú also offers online courses through Ed2Go, our online partner, such as Grammar for ESL, Writing for ESL, and various test prep options. The full list of online course offerings can be found on the Professional and Community Education webpage. For more information please email coned@augusta.edu.
Offers a free English as a Second Language Class through the Adult Education Program. They offer morning, afternoon and nighttime classes. For more information, contact the Adult Education Program at (706) 771-4131.
The Columbia County Library in Evans offers free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. You do not need a library card to participate. For more information about the program, email Marsha at 7022esl@gmail.com or call the library at 706-863-1946.
Offers class on Sunday evenings from 4 to 6:00 p.m. Classes meet from August to May. For further information, call the church at 706-860-1586.
The Test of English as a Foreign Languageâ„¢ (TOEFL) measures the ability of nonnative speakers of English to use and understand English as it is spoken, written, and heard in college and university settings.
The TOEFL Internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) tests all four language skills that are important for effective communication: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The test helps students demonstrate that they have the English skills needed for success. TOEFL iBT also emphasizes integrated skills and provides better information to institutions about students' ability to communicate in an academic setting and their readiness for academic coursework.
ETS, the organization that develops, administers and scores the TOEFL, offers from previous tests.
Advisors are available for Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿Ú faculty, staff, visiting scholars, enrolled students and their spouses for questions concerning immigration status as it pertains to enrollment, employment or scholar programs at Âé¶¹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿Ú.