When students fill out and return their application for admission, they will receive
instructions to take the MTELP (Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency). The
MTELP is given on each campus in the Academic Support Center by appointment. The score on this test places students in the appropriate level of
ESL courses.
For more information visit Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency (MTELP).
What students are saying about OCC English as a Second Language
"I recommend OCC to all ESL students who want a great academic English experience
and do not want to waste their time. OCC-ESL has very much helped me in reaching my
goals."
- Enise Kizilaslan
ENGLISH TESTS
After you apply, you will take the MTELP test (Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency). This test will determine which ESL
class you need to take.
You do not need to take the TOEFL test (Test of English as a Foreign Language) to enroll in ESL at Oakland Community College.
However, if you already have a TOEFL score of 550+ on the paper test and TWE 5.5;
or 213 on the computer-based test and TWE 5.5; or 79-80 on the iBT with a minimum
of 24 in writing, then you do not need to take ESL classes.
What students are saying about OCC English as a Second Language
"ESL at OCC is so organized and well-developed – if you want to be successful in your
career, you’ve got to come to OCC!"
- Anna Ryu
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