ESL Transition for International Students

The Path to your University Degree

The English Transition Program offers a fast, academically focused route to undergraduate and graduate degrees at Pacific Lutheran University.

The course combines ESL (English as a Second Language) training, with study skills and academic credits. Contact a Student Advisor for details.

Who is the course for?

International students who want to attend Pacific Lutheran University (PLU), but do not have adequate English language proficiency for entry to a degree.

Which degrees can I transition to?

An MBA or an undergraduate (Bachelor's) degrees in majors including: Art, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Engineering, Communication, Computer Science, Economics, Geo-Sciences, Music, Physics, Pre-Medical, Psychology, Legal Studies, Social Work, Political Science, Mathematics, and Environmental Science. See a full list of undergraduate majors.

When does it start?

Spring or Fall semester - February or September - each year.


Benefits of being an ESL Transition student:

  • Full integration into University campus life
  • The best and easiest route to a PLU degree
  • Highest levels of personal academic monitoring and support
  • Exciting mix of learning activities
  • Small class sizes
  • ESL books and materials provided at no additional cost

Read more about the ESL Transition Program


    
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Student Testimonial

ESL Transition Student, Caracalla Ng, says:

 

“My purpose is to get a nursing degree in the US, but my problem is I am not that good at English to have classes in an American university. Right now, I think the ESL Transition Program helps me to improve my English so that I can take degree courses at Pacific Lutheran University.”


Student Blog

See what other ESL Transition students are saying about Pacific Lutheran University in the USA. Read the student blog.

Pacific Lutheran University International Study Center, Telephone: +1-415-345-2953