English as a Second Language (ESL)

Northampton Community College ESL includes:

• four levels of classes, from beginner to advanced
• classes in reading, writing and speaking English
• classes designed to prepare you for college level course work in English. You may take classes in your major while also taking ESL courses.

Northampton ESL students

• do NOT have to take the TOEFL test.
• come from many different backgrounds. Some are international students with F1 visas from 35 different countries, and some are US residents who immigrated to the country.
• have different levels of education. Some are college graduates and some are undergraduates.
• Can transfer credits from schools outside of the United States.

Whatever your reason for wanting to improve your English skills, we can help you. Click on the links below for more information about our ESL program.

ESL Center Staff and Contact Information
If you have any questions about Northampton's ESL Program, please contact:

Jana Fritzges
ESL Professional Assistant
jmfritzges@northampton.edu
(610) 861-5552

Carole Collins
ESL Program Coordinator
ccollins@northampton.edu
(610) 861-5347

ESL Center Location

ESL Center
Richardson Hall, Room 215
Northampton Community College
3835 Green Pond Road
Bethlehem, PA 18020