PRE-ACADEMIC AND COMMUNITY ENGLISH (PACE)
OVERVIEW
The Pre-Academic and Community English (PACE) program is our academic English program that helps students improve their everyday English and develop skills to excel in their education, employment, and community. Students can take multiple classes at a time to focus on the language skills of their choice.
ELIGIBILITY
PACE classes are open to all English language learners, regardless of immigration status.
**Students in PACE classes are not eligible for a Student Visa.
COST
Tuition varies by class selection and ranges from $150.00 to $500.00* per class each 8-week term. Students may qualify for a scholarship although it is not guaranteed.
*Subject to change
QUESTIONS?
Email:Â Learnenglish@emilygriffith.edu
Call:Â 303-495-5319
Come in: 1860 Lincoln St.
Denver, CO 80203
6th floor Welcome Desk
Se habla español.
Location & Registration Information
LOCATION
Main Campus
1860 Lincoln St.
Denver, CO 80203
REGISTRATION TIMES
Monday & Tuesday from 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday & Thursday from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
The PACE Program has 5 eight-week terms per year. Students can apply at any time. Registration is available online or in-person during the 3 weeks prior to term start dates.Â
Registration Steps for New Students
New students can complete step 1 at any time. Registration steps 2-6 must be completed during the registration period. Returning students who have not studied at Emily Griffith in the last year will be required to complete steps 2 – 6. Registration updates and reminders will be sent via email after completing the application.Â
- Apply online TODAY!Â
- Complete placement test in person or online
- In-Person Testing at Emily Griffith Technical College – 1860 Lincoln Street, Denver, CO (Hours: Monday – Tuesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Wednesday – Thursday 9:00 am – 3:30 pm) Â
- Online test will be sent by email during open registration period
- Choose classes based on level determined by placement test
- Class selection available in person or online through Google Form
- Navigator will register you for class(es) and give you class details
- Pay tuition before your first day of class
- Students who need financial help can apply for a scholarship
- Start classes!
CLASS OPTIONS
About this class:Â
Students will improve and practice all skills in English: reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar and pronunciation. Â
These classes are meant to help students get a good base in English so they can continue studying or improve their English for work.
Level:
1, 2, 3, 4
Time of Day:
Morning
Format:
In-person
About this class:
Students will improve and practice all skills in English:Â reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar and pronunciation.
These classes are meant to help students get a good base in English so they can continue studying or improve their English for work.
Level:
1, 2, 3, 4
Time of Day:
Morning, Evening, and Saturday
Format:
In-person
About this class:
Students will learn how English sentences are made. They’ll practice using grammar in reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
Level:
1, 2, 3, 4
Time of Day:
Morning
Format:
In-person
About this class:
Students will improve their ability to speak and understand conversational English. Students will practice discussions, interviews, listening exercises, and related vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.
Level:
1, 2, 3, 4
Time of Day:
Afternoon and Evening
Format:
In-person
About this class:
Students will learn how to correctly say English words and sounds. Students will work on improving their accent to sound more natural when speaking English.
Level:
2, 3, 4, 5
Time of Day:
Afternoon and Evening
Format:
In-person and Online
About this class:
The Vocational Transitions class is for level 4 and 5 English students who want to study in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) college program at Emily Griffith Technical College. Students will learn reading and academic skills to help them be successful in the college program.
Level:
4, 5
Time of Day:
Morning and Evening
Format:
Online
OPEN REGISTRATION PERIODS
September 30 – October 10, 2024
December 9 – December 17, 2024
February 18 – February 27, 2025
May 5 – May 15, 2025
CLASS PERIODS
October 21 – December 19, 2024
January 8 – March 6, 2025
March 10 – May 15, 2025
May 27 – July 24, 2025
FAQs
Emily Griffith Technical College offers scholarships that cover 20 – 30% of the cost of your classes. Scholarships are awarded on a first come first serve basis, so register for classes early!
You can also set up a payment plan with Treasury. A payment plan will split the cost of your courses into two equal payments. The first payment must be made before your first day of class, and the second payment will be due the following month. You can request a payment plan online or contact the Treasury to set up a payment plan. View payment information.
Email:Â treasury@emilygriffith.edu
Phone:Â 720-473-4700
In-Person:Â 6th floor at 1860 Lincoln St. Denver, CO 80203; Monday -Tuesday 7:30 – 6:00 pm and Wednesday – Thursday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
You may qualify for WIOA funding to pay for classes. Please talk to one of our staff members for more information.