Intensive English Programs (ESL)

Come to California and join our intensive English as a Second Language (ESL) program. Beginning and intermediate-level students attend 21 hours of class per week and take classes that focus on reading & writing, oral communication, integrated skills, cultural topics, and TOEFL iBT preparation.

If you plan to attend an American university or college, we offer specialized courses suited to your needs. Our English for Academic Purposes curriculum prepares international students for the American university classroom. Topics include listening and reading strategies, vocabulary development, discussion & presentation skills, and writing for specific purposes. For those students pursuing English for business or professional reasons, advanced-level electives focus on the language skills and strategies that will help you succeed in your career.

Program Highlights

• Sessions begin five times a year in January, March, June, August, and October
• Beginning to advanced levels
• Professional teachers & small class sizes
• Quiet, safe community
• Emphasis on English for communication, business, and academic study
• Access to campus library, computing centers, and student services
• Immigration and transfer assistance available
• Frequent TOEFL iBT testing dates

Specialized Group & Summer Programs

The Monterey Institute also provides specialized programs tailored to students’ needs. Our Custom Language Services (CLS) design small group and one-one-one language instruction for diplomats, executives, and international travelers. We also offer study abroad programs for groups of 20 or more.

Living in Monterey

Monterey is located on the Pacific Coast of California. Students here enjoy the quiet, safe town and friendly people. Homestay with local families is available, but many students share apartments within walking distance of our campus. Monterey features beautiful scenery and mild weather. The campus is close to Fisherman’s Wharf, beaches, and bicycle and hiking paths. Monterey is conveniently located only 125 miles (201 km) south of San Francisco, 65 miles (104 km) south of San Jose and Silicon Valley, and 345 miles (555 km) north of Los Angeles.

The Monterey Institute of International Studies

The Monterey Institute of International Studies is at the forefront of international professional education, preparing students for global careers in the private, public, nonprofit and educational sectors. A private graduate institution located in Monterey, California and affiliated with Middlebury College, the Institute offers degree programs in international business, translation and interpretation, international policy studies and language teaching. The Institute’s approximately 800 students come from more than 50 countries.