English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes

We offer two types of ESL classes:

1. Academic ESL courses for registered students.
2. Free ESL classes for community members.

Academic ESL Classes are fifteen-week courses for current students at Cincinnati State. You must enroll as a student to take these courses.

• There are currently two academic ESL courses: ESL 051 and ESL 052.  These courses focus on intermediate level speaking, writing, listening and reading skills.
• ESL 051 and 052 are 15-week courses offered each semester.
• Visit the Important Dates page for semester start and end dates.

• Our free ESL classes are a service for community members who want to improve their English skills.
• These classes are less formal than our academic courses.

• Free Community Class – There is no registration for the free ESL classes. You can come to class when it’s convenient for you.
• Academic ESL courses – You must apply for admission to Cincinnati State before you can register for academic ESL courses.

• Students in academic ESL courses are responsible for paying tuition, and usually have to buy a textbook.
• Please see the Tuition and Fees page for info about tuition costs.
• Students in the free ESL classes do not have to pay tuition.

• The free ESL classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 – 7:30 PM during school semesters.
• Updates about the class location can be found on this webpage.
• Academic ESL course schedules change by the semester.

Classes take place at the Cincinnati State Clifton Campus. The address is 3520 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45223.

As of August 2024, we do not verify attendance or document student hours in the free ESL classes. If you need documentation for an au pair visa, you can take one of our academic ESL classes, and your credit will be recorded on a college transcript.