English Language Learning Programs

Academic ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) is an advanced college-level program that has been specifically designed for students whose first language is not English and who need to develop their English proficiency to a level appropriate for college courses in an American college curriculum. These courses allow you to earn credit toward a degree at Massasoit.

• Registration requires an assessment
• Students may qualify for financial aid
• Courses receive college credit
• Course tuition based on Massasoit’s credit course tuition and fees
• Courses are offered in the day and evening at the Brockton Campus
• Program runs in the fall and spring semesters
• For more information contact humanitiesdiv@massasoit.mass.edu

The Adult Basic Education Program (ABE) at Massasoit Community College offers adult learners English as a Second Language (ESOL) classes to further support adult learners educational and careers goals at no cost to the students.

• Registration requires an assessment 
• Students are entered into a lottery for admission
• Courses are free
• Courses are offered in the evening at the Brockton and Canton Campuses
• Program runs in the fall and spring semesters

The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Non-Credit program is designed for students interested in learning the English language for career or academic purposes. Our courses are designed for adult students with varying levels of English speaking ability – from those that speak very little English to those that are conversational and want to master the language.

• Registration requires an assessment
• Courses require tuition
• No financial aid available
• Courses are offered in the evening at the Brockton campus
• Program runs in the fall, spring, and summer semester