Highlights

At Mississippi State University, we believe in getting personal. Known throughout our history as "The People's University," our university provides the academic, leadership, and social opportunities to help each person excel. Your successin whatever field of study or career goalis our success. We take that mission seriously. Here, faculty, staff and students share a common goal: to make the Mississippi State University experience a lifetime opportunity.

University Attributes

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Center at Mississippi State University provides credit and noncredit courses in English as a Second Language. ESL Center courses are designed to help students develop English proficiency for any desired purpose.

After completing our program, some students enjoy the benefits of their new English skills back in their home countries. Others choose to continue their education in American universities.

Students who have applied and received conditional admission to Mississippi State University's Graduate School earn Mississippi State University credit from ESL Center classes as they fulfill the requirements of their conditional admission.

Whatever your reason for learning English, we are confident we can serve you.

At least 20 hours of instruction are provided each week. Average class size is 12 students. Four certificate programs are available to the students: Foundations, Basic Mastery, General Mastery, and Professional Mastery.

The content of the core curriculum for each program is focused on literacy skills, vocabulary, reading, writing, and grammar. Listening and speaking skills are practiced in in each class. Additional attention to listening andspeaking skills is available through elective courses and the conversation partners program, both of which are included in the cost of the program.

To help students learn English as fast as possible, out-of-class homework is given regularly and use of our listening and computer labs is strongly encouraged.

Degrees Available

• Diploma/Certification

Subject Areas

• English As A Second Language

Experience Required

no

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

ESL Center - Mississippi State University's Mission Statement

The mission of the ESL Center is to provide high quality instruction in the English language and in American culture, enabling international students to achieve greater proficiency in and understanding of these areas.

Year Founded

1991