Orange County, California

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Academic English Program

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SESSION 1, 2024!

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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 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

2024 IEC@OCC English Program Dates

Session Class Dates Orientation Dates
1 January 8 - February 22 January 5
2 February 26 - April 11 February 22
3 April 22 - June 12 April 18
4 June 24 - August 8 June 20
5 August 26 - October 17 August 22 
6 October 21 - December 12 October 17

 

2024 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
  • Mandatory medical insurance per 8-week session (cost varies between $225 - $310) 
Fees to be paid based on the 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)

 *does not include application fee ($100) and mandatory medical insurance (cost varies between $225 - $310 per 8-week session) 

2024 HOLIDAYS & CLASS BREAKS

  • January 15, Monday, Martin Luther King Jr. (no classes)
  • February 19, Monday, Washington’s Day Holiday (no classes)
  • April 12 - April 21, Spring Break
  • May 27, Memorial Day Holiday (no classes)
  • June 13 - June 23, Early Summer Break
  • July 4 Holiday, Tuesday (no classes)
  • August 9 - August 25,  Late Summer Breaks 
  • September 2, Monday, Labor Day Holiday (no classes)
  • November 11, Veterans Day Observed
  • November 27, Thanksgiving Holiday (1/2 day)
  • November 28, Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes)
  • Dec 13, 2024 - Jan 6, 2025, 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