American Collegiate English

American Collegiate English (ACE)

-- ACE Discontinuation --

Since 1992, Grossmont College has provided English instruction to over a thousand students through the ACE Program. ACE helped students meet language proficiency requirements and pursue an education at Grossmont College. We regret that ACE will close at the end of the current Spring Session (June 2025). Below are two options you might consider instead of ACE.

YOUR OPTIONS
1. If you meet the Grossmont College English proficiency requirement, you can apply directly to Grossmont College.
Grossmont College welcomes you!

You can receive English support and improve your English skills by taking Grossmont College ESL (English as a Second Language) classes from intermediate to advanced levels. A college ESL class is 6 units and is recommended for all ESL students.

Per F1 visa rules, college students will enroll full-time (minimum 12 units per semester). In addition to an ESL class, you will choose 6 more units (usually 2 or 3 classes). During orientation, an international counselor will assist you to choose your classes.

Students must pass an English proficiency test for Grossmont College admission:

Duolingo - The minimum score is 75. (Online English Test)
TOEFL - The minimum score is 45. (Institution code: 4334).
IELTS - The minimum score is 4.5 on the Academic Module.
PTE English Language Tests | Pearson PTE - The minimum score is 39.
EIKEN - The minimum score is 2A - 75% - 2級. (Only for Japanese native speakers)
Students in the U.S. may take the Grossmont College Institutional English Proficiency Assessment. This test must be taken in person at Grossmont College. Please call 619-644-7200 or email assessment@gcccd.edu to schedule.

Students whose primary language is English do not need to submit test results.

2. You may transfer from another U.S. English school to Grossmont College.
Several English schools in San Diego have transfer agreements with Grossmont College.
For a list of schools, visit Grossmont College International Admissions and click on English Proficiency.

For more information about the tests, other required documents, and the online international application to Grossmont College, contact Yumiko Hudson and Mika Miller at grossmont.international@gcccd.edu and visit www.grossmont.edu/future-international-students

International students at Grossmont College are highly valued. We appreciate your courage and commitment to your educational goals. We look forward to providing you an excellent study abroad experience.

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Grossmont College's academic-focused English language school

in San Diego County, California, since 1992

ACE is more than a language school.

Experience U.S. college life.
Feel confident to start college.
Learn from college ESL professors.

Apply directly to Grossmont College
Do you have English proficiency and are ready for college? Enroll directly in college courses.
On a B2 tourist visa and want part-time English enrichment? Please contact us.
On another visa? Part-time or full-time ACE may be right for you, too. Please contact us.

ACE and Grossmont College, the Affordable Way to Earn a U.S. Certificate or Degree with an Option to Work (OPT)

Start at ACE to prep your English skills for college. Receive a certificate upon completion of program. Next, get started on your certificate or degree at Grossmont community college, at 1/4 - 1/3 less than the average cost at a 4-year university. Gain work experience via OPT. Transfer your credits -- perhaps to SDSU, UCSD, or USD -- to complete your bachelor's degree.

Or you may enroll in ACE to study English for your personal enrichment only (no transfer).

ACE Information in Your Language

American Collegiate English - ACE