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Why Study at Gonzaga

We strive to provide an exemplary teaching and learning experience for Gonzaga students and serve as a resource to the larger Gonzaga community. Students from around the world come to Spokane to improve their English language skills and learn more about American culture and life. In 40 years, our ESL program has served more than 8,500 students from more than 70 different countries.

English as a Second Language Program

Gonzaga Global Pathways Program

A chance to improve your English proficiency while earning undergraduate/graduate credits toward your degree.

Accreditation

CEA

CEA is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for English language programs and institutions in the U.S.

UCIEP

University and College Intensive English Programs advance professional standards and quality instruction in intensive English programs at universities and colleges in the United States.

English USA

English USA supports the professional development of intensive English programs leaders and staff, uphold professional standards for IEPs, and increase the visibility of IEPs in the United States.

Memberships

AAAL

American Association for Applied Linguistics is a specialized accrediting agency that focuses on post-secondary intensive English language programs and institutions.

TESOL

Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages is the largest professional organization for teachers of English as a second or foreign language.

WAESOL

Washington Association For the Education of Speakers of Other Languages is the Washington state affiliate of Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages.

Contact the English Language Center