Languages, Intensive English

Our Mission

The Continuing Education Intensive English Department at Houston City College features a staff of highly-qualified and culturally-sensitive staff and faculty ready to meet the needs of language learners by offering programs designed to improve oral and written communication skills for work, academic and community.

The goals of the CE Intensive English Program are the following:

• Prepare learners for academic success in the American College settings
• Develop communication skills in the global workplace environments
• Enhance intercultural understanding.

The CE Intensive English Program offers three of the 5 levels of the HCC Intensive English Program — Level Intro, Level 1 and Level 2. Upon completion of the CE Intensive English level 2, students transition to ESOL Level 3 without further testing. 

CE Intensive English Full-time Program

The CE Full-time Intensive English Program is for the student who can study 18 to 20 hours per week. Students with F1 Visas are required to enroll in the Full-time CE Intensive English if they place in the lower levels. (Note: F1 or International students will pay out-of-state tuition fees.)

Through the Full-time or Part-time Intensive English Program, you can:

• Learn the English Language
• Improve your communication skills in the English language
• Become fluent and proficient in the English language.
• Progress to the academic ESOL courses.
• Prepare for college coursework.