Come to the English Skills Academy to improve your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

Thank you for your interest in the English Skills Academy. Spring semester classes are full and closed. Please fill out the inquiry form to get on the waiting list for the next semester. ESA classes are $300 per semester. ESA classes meet for two hours a day, Monday through Thursday, for a total of eight hours a week. If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please email the ESA at [email protected].

Come to the English Skills Academy to improve your reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

The English Skills Academy (ESA) is not taking applications at this time. However, we appreciate your interest in our program. We hope to resume classes this fall semester. To express your interest in ESA and receive updates regarding future application availability, please complete our inquiry form below. We will keep you informed of any developments and notify you as soon as the application process resumes. Thank you for your understanding.

ESL Levels Available (Suffern – Main Campus):

  • Beginner
    • Reading and Writing
    • Listening and Speaking
  • Intermediate
    • Reading and Writing
    • Listening and Speaking

Accepted English Skills Academy Students

You will receive a Rockland Community College student ID number and email address. This information will be sent to you on the email address you provided in your English Skills Academy application.

You are required to complete an online Placement Test. This helps us determine which class to place you in.

Payment Options

  • Pay online through Touchnet (see how to make an online payment)
  • Pay by cash or check in person at Student Accounts Window in the Technology Center, Room 8100 (Lobby)
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 am – 5 pm
    Thursday: 9 am – 7 pm