Yakima Valley College is now enrolling students for winter quarter 2025 English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes. ELA, also known as ESL, is the study of English by non- or limited English-speaking adults who want to learn English. Classes combine listening, speaking, reading and writing, with an emphasis on listening and speaking skills.
“In the beginning [I came to YVC] for English [Language] Acquisition,” said Horacio Hernandez. “However, in the process of learning [English], I found a great opportunity for accomplishing my goal in life, which is to get my bachelor’s degree.”
Contact the YVC location you wish to attend to get the current entrance assessment schedule. You do not need an appointment, availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Winter quarter begins January 6, 2025. Day and night classes provide flexibility for busy, working students. Tuition is only $25 per quarter.
ELA classes are offered at four locations throughout the Yakima Valley. Call for site specific schedules. Assistance is available in both English and Spanish.
- Yakima Campus: S. 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902 574.6850
- Grandview Campus: 500 West Main Street, Grandview, WA 98930 882.7000
- Ellensburg Learning Center: 401 E. Mountainview, Ellensburg, WA 98926 201.1269
- Toppenish Learning Center: 720 West Third Avenue, Toppenish, WA 98948 834.4550