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Accelerated ESL Program
We incorporate LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING, AND WRITING to develop students’ English proficiency in work/life skills and academic skills, as well as strengthens basic computer literacy skills.
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How it works
We have a unique accelerated format that allows students to attend classes for 12 hours per week completing one level every 8 weeks. Students who complete the advanced level are then eligible to enroll in SAC’s academic ESL courses and continue working toward a Certificate, Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree
St. Augustine College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
St. Augustine College
ESL Program
Take An Entrance Exam
Students begin by taking a placement test (In-Person eCASAS Placement Test required) and are then placed into one of the program’s five levels:
Level 2: High Beginner
Level 3: Low Intermediate
Choose Time Of Day To Attend
Evening classes:
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Requirements
Internet Access, Computer or Laptop
High School or GED completion
Alderwoman, City of Chicago
Milly Santiago
Milly Santiago came to Chicago in 1976 and started working as a bilingual clerk for Chicago Public Schools in the Department of Bilingual Education. Santiago decided to join the U.S. Army Reserves. After the birth of her first daughter, Milly attended college full-time at St. Augustine College in 1981 and then moved on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications at Northeastern Illinois University.
Milly had a distinguished career in journalism, having worked for various publications and as a News Reporter for the Telemundo and Univision TV stations in Chicago. In 2008, she joined the press team for the Governor’s Office in 2008 and eventually became a Communications Manager for state agencies under the Central Management Services. In 2015 she was elected to the Chicago City Council, representing the 31st. Ward.
CONTACT US TODAY TO LEARN MORE
We incorporate LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING, AND WRITING to develop students’ English proficiency in work/life skills and academic skills, as well as strengthens basic computer literacy skills.
Accelerated ESL Program
We have a unique accelerated format that allows students to attend classes for 12 hours per week completing one level every 8 weeks. Students who complete the advanced level are then eligible to enroll in SAC’s academic ESL courses and continue working toward a Certificate, Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree
St. Augustine College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
St. Augustine College
ESL Program
Alderwoman, City of Chicago
Milly Santiago
Milly Santiago came to Chicago in 1976 and started working as a bilingual clerk for Chicago Public Schools in the Department of Bilingual Education. Santiago decided to join the U.S. Army Reserves. After the birth of her first daughter, Milly attended college full-time at St. Augustine College in 1981 and then moved on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications at Northeastern Illinois University.
Milly had a distinguished career in journalism, having worked for various publications and as a News Reporter for the Telemundo and Univision TV stations in Chicago. In 2008, she joined the press team for the Governor’s Office in 2008 and eventually became a Communications Manager for state agencies under the Central Management Services. In 2015 she was elected to the Chicago City Council, representing the 31st. Ward.
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Why St. Augustine is right for you
Diverse & Supportive
Community
We celebrate, promote, and advocate our differences and similarities equally at St. Augustine. We have created an open environment for all faculty, staff and students by offering a diverse college environment that can uniquely contribute to our communities and society.
Choose Time Of Day To Attend
Evening classes:
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Requirements
Internet Access, Computer or Laptop
High School or GED completion
© 2021 St. Augustine College 1345 W. Argyle St., Chicago, IL 60640
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