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Learning English at the English Language Center

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Full-Time English Study for F1 International Students

You have a goal: to earn a degree in the U.S. that will be recognized worldwide, to advance in your profession, or to experience the growth that comes from learning a language while being immersed in a new culture. The English Institute (EI) is here to serve you. Taking English as a second language courses is the first step to achieving your goal.

HCC is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to issue the Form I-20 that is needed to apply for the F1 student visa or status to study English in the U.S.A.

How to Enroll

Please refer to our apply page for detailed instructions about how to apply for admission to the EI.
Contact Us
You can reach us at:
- WhatsApp: https://tinyurl.com/elcwhatsapp
- Call: 443-518-1681
- Email: ei@howardcc.edu
- Campus address: 5075 Campus Drive, Hickory Ridge Building (Room 200), Columbia, MD 21044. Click Here for directions.

Part-Time English Classes for U.S. Residents

The English Language Center (ELC) at Howard Community College is an award-winning English program. Since 1970, the ELC has helped thousands learn the English language. Our instructors hold advanced degrees and have extensive teaching experience both in the United States and abroad. We offer more than 100 sections of classes from pre-beginning to advanced levels. We can help you improve your English skills in reading, writing, speaking, pronunciation, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, and business English.

How to Register

Come to the Hickory Ridge Building (Room 200) at Howard Community College to take a placement test and speak with an advisor. See the upcoming registration schedule.
What to bring for registration
- Contact information (address and phone number). You do not need to bring any other documentation.
- Money to pay for the class. We accept cash, credit/debit cards, and checks)
Important Registration Information
- Students must be 16 or older to register.
- All students pay the listed prices. Fees are not eligible for waiver.
- Out-of-county fee is $10 and out-of-state fee is $20.
- Only ages 60+ are eligible for tuition waiver.
- No children are allowed in the testing rooms.
- All refund or transfer requests MUST BE made in person or emailed to elc@howardcc.edu.
- See our refund policy here.
Questions?
You can reach us at:
- WhatsApp: https://tinyurl.com/elcwhatsapp
- Call: 443-518-1680
- Email: elc@howardcc.edu
- Campus address: 5075 Campus Drive, Hickory Ridge Building (Room 200), Columbia, MD 21044. Or follow these directions.