Orange County, California

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Academic English Program

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SESSION 3, 2023!

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In Step One of IEC’s 1-2-3 Program, students attend English classes through IEC’s intensive English (often called the “English for Academic Purposes”) program. IEC’s Intensive English courses are specifically designed for students who plan to transfer to an American college or university; therefore, classes are focused on helping students master the academic and English skills necessary to succeed in the American university classroom. IEC’s English curriculum includes a specific focus on writing research papers, preparing and giving presentations, and understanding lectures.  After completing IEC’s courses, students enter Step Two of the IEC’s 1-2-3 Program by beginning an academic program at Orange Coast College. They may also transfer to Diablo Valley College or other colleges.

 

 

Intensive English Program Details

  • IEC’s Intensive English Program is organized into six levels: students are placed in a level after orientation and complete one level every two months.
  • All IEC teachers are fully qualified and experienced language teachers who are dedicated to helping their students learn English.
  • Classes are held year-round.
  • Please note: Unfortunately IEC does not offer courses for true beginners of English language learning. Prospective IEC students should have basic spelling skills, be able to write sentences, and be able to read and understand simple paragraphs. While students without these skills can still attend IEC, they should be prepared to hire a personal tutor and repeat the foundation-level class until these skills are mastered.
  • Click here to apply. 

 

Conditional Admission

Students who do not have proof of English proficiency may receive conditional admission to OCC degree or certificate programs.  GEC admissions will review both the IEC@OCC Application and the OCC International Student Application.  If the applicant is a high school graduate or 18 years of age and meets the academic requirements for admission to OCC degree or certificate programs, a "Letter of Conditional Admission" will be issued.   

The student will be fully admitted to the OCC degree or certificate program once the English language proficiency requirement has been met.  This condition may be met by completing Advanced B, the highest level of English at IEC.  In this case, the Advanced B level will be accepted in lieu of other acceptable methods of English proficiency demonstration. A student who is not eligible for conditional admission will be notified and have the option to attend IEC@OCC without conditional admission to OCC degree or certificate programs. Click here to learn more about applying to OCC. 

2023 IEC@OCC English Program Dates

Session Class Dates Orientation Dates
1 January 10 - February 23 January 9
2 February 27 - April 13 February 23
3 April 24 - June 14 April 20
4 June 26 - August 10 June 22
5 August 28 - October 18 August 24
6 October 23 - December 14 October 19

 

2023 IEC@OCC English Program Tuition & Fees

  • One session tuition fee: $3,400
  • Activity (required fee): $80 per session
  • IEC@OCC application fee (non-refundable): $100
Fees to be paid based on number of sessions selected
Number of Sessions Activity fee Tuition TOTAL Your Savings!
1 session $80 $3400 $3480*  
2 sessions $160 $6420 $6580* (save $380)
3 sessions $240 $9460 $9700*  (save $740)
4 sessions $320 $12,140 $12,460* (save $1460)

 

2023 HOLIDAYS & CLASS BREAKS

  • January 16, Monday, Martin Luther King Jr. (no classes)
  • January 17, Friday, Lincoln’s Day Observed
  • February 20, Monday, Washington’s Day Holiday (no classes)
  • April 14 - April 23, Spring Break
  • May 29, Memorial Day Holiday (no classes)
  • June 15 - June 25, Early Summer Break
  • July 4 Holiday, Tuesday (no classes)
  • August 11 - August 27,  Late Summer Break
  • September 4, Monday, Labor Day Holiday (no classes)
  • November 10, Veterans Day Observed
  • November 22 - 24, Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes)
  • Dec 15, 2023 - Jan 8, 2024, Winter Break (current students)

*Fees may vary for each session. Visit the medical insurance page for details.
**Mandatory for all applications mailed to an international address