English Language Learning (ELL)
Welcome!
Shoreline’s ELL (formerly ESL) Program offers English classes for English Language Learners living in Washington state. You can take ELL classes with the Transitional Studies program, even if you have not lived in Washington state for one year.
We offer 7 levels of ELL classes to help students reach their English language goals for work, life, and academics. We have classes for beginner speakers, as well as high-level academic English classes that prepare students to enter Shoreline's degree programs and professional-technical programs.
If you have or are applying for non-immigrant status, such as an F-1 or J-1, please see International Education for program options and details.
Do you want to take ELL (formerly ESL) classes?
Start your application by clicking 'Apply Now'. Apply as soon as possible. Space in our ELL program fills quickly.
Submit an application online.
We are excited to receive your application! To get started, you will need to attend orientation sessions, which happens about a month before classes begin. Space is limited, so we recommend applying as soon as possible. If the upcoming sessions are already full by the time you apply, don't worry—we will place you on a waitlist for the next quarter's orientations as space allows.
Costs
Classes cost $25 per quarter. (Students can apply to take classes for free).
Useful Shoreline Student Information ·
Activating ctcLink Account: https://ior.ad/86Fx
English Language Practice Websites ·
Randall’s Cyber Listening Lab: https://www.esl-lab.com/
English Page: https://www.englishpage.com/
Free English Video Lessons: https://www.engvid.com/
English Listening Lesson Library Online: https://www.elllo.org/
Voice of America News: https://www.voanews.com/
More! https://www.nypl.org/blog/2012/11/28/11-great-free-websites-practice-english
Do you want ELL classes in person?
- What is your Shoreline ELL Level? (New students take placement test at Orientation)
Levels 1-3
Class times offered:
- Mornings: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30am-12:20pm
- Evening: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6-8:20 PM
- Classes include online coursework
Levels 4 and 5
Class times offered:
- Mornings: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30am-12:20pm
- Evening: Tuesday and Thursday 6-8:20 PM
- Classes include online coursework
Levels 6 and 7
Class times offered:
- Mornings: Tuesday and Thursday 9:30am-12:20pm
- LEVEL 6 ONLY Evening: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-8:20 PM
- Classes include online coursework.
Do you want ELL classes online?
- Will you continue to take online classes every quarter?
- Please note: the online pathway is a 10-credit program. Online classes follow a different curriculum to in-person classes.
- You may need to test into the Online program
- No
- We recommend taking in-person classes
- Yes
- Do you have a computer or tablet AND internet AND computer skills?
- You need a computer or tablet, internet service, and basic computer skills to be successful in online class.
- No
- Contact the Transitional Studies team for help accessing a computer/tablet or the internet.
- For computer skills, ask about Computer Literacy classes.
- Consider taking in-person classes.
- Yes
- What is your Shoreline ELL level?
- New students take placement tests at Orientation
- You may need to test into the Online program
- Levels 3-5: Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced
- Required Zoom classes
- Two days a week based on level
- 7:00pm-8:20pm
- Online assignments throughout the week
- Levels 6-7: English Academic Pathway (EAP)
- Required Zoom classes
- Two days a week based on level
- 7:00pm-8:20pm
- Online assignments throughout the week
- Questions? Need Help?
- Contact our team at: tstudies@shoreline.edu
- (206) 705-8725
- Office: FOSS 5328
- Ask about additional classes available for ELL students: Computer Literacy, Preparation for College and Career, High School Completion, I-BEST, and more!
- Fall 2025. Schedule options may change without notice.
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Transitional Studies