Valencia College

Valencia College provides an Intensive English Program for students 15 years old and above. We accept students at all language levels from beginner to advanced. Students interested in a degree at Valencia who need to improve their English can start with the Intensive English Program and then transfer into a Valencia degree seeking program.

The program is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) which is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a national accrediting agency for English Language Programs and institutions in the U.S. Achieving accreditation through the CEA requires meeting certain standards. Accreditation is not an easy process, and CEA-accredited programs that are among the best, not only in the U.S. but worldwide.

Features & Benefits

• Small class sizes
• Experienced and well-trained instructors
• Students of all English proficiency levels are accepted
• A diverse student population from over 100 countries
• Courses cover speaking, reading, listening and writing
• Prime location in Central Florida with year-round warm temperatures
• Valencia College graduates with an A.A. degree are guaranteed acceptance into one of eleven state universities here in Florida

Bridge Transfer Agreement

Successful completion of at least 4 sessions at the Valencia College Intensive English Program (IEP) with a grade of “B” or better in level 6 or higher. Students who completed the required IEP coursework on or after May 2019 are eligible to benefit from the terms of the IEP to EAP Bridge Agreement. Starting in Fall 2019, IEP students who have completed the necessary IEP courses and meet the agreed-upon requirements will be eligible to start coursework in EAP per the Bridge Agreement.

At Valencia, you improve your English language skills quickly. There are nine-course levels, from beginner to advanced, with start dates every two weeks. Most international students will complete 16 weeks of IEP before transferring to the Associate degree program.

Associate Degree at Valencia (2 Years)

• Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree fulfills the first two years of a bachelor’s degree

• Associate in Science (A.S.) degree prepares you to enter directly into a specialized career field

Bachelor’s Degree at a University (2 Years)

• Guaranteed transfer to one of Florida’s 12 public universities

• Guaranteed transfer to the University of Central Florida in Orlando

• Or earn your Bachelor’s degree available from Valencia College with the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, the Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Computing Technology and Software Development, or the Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) in Business and Organizational Leadership

Valencia College Global Achievers Award

The Valencia College Global Achievers Award recognizes new, high-achieving, international students who are entering their freshman year. The award amount is $500-$2,500 and is based on merit achievement at the secondary level. A minimum 3.0 grade point average is required. We will evaluate your high school grade point average upon submission of your transcripts. The award is nonrenewable, applied to the first term tuition and fees, and is only open to applicants that have never attended university.

Valencia College Global Achievers Transfer Award

The Valencia College Global Achievers Transfer Award recognizes new, high-achieving, international college transfer students who are entering Valencia College. The award is $500-$1,000 and is based on merit achievement at the college level. A minimum 2.5 grade point average is required. You will have to submit your official college or university transcripts to Valencia College from all schools attended. College or university transcripts from non-U.S. schools will need to have a course-by-course evaluation completed by a professional evaluation company that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). The award is nonrenewable, applied to the first term tuition and fees, and is only open to applicants that have prior international college credits or transferring credits from a US college or university.

Valencia College Global Achievers Intensive English Transfer Award

The Valencia College Global Achievers Award recognizes new, high-achieving, international students who are transferring exclusively from Valencia College’s Intensive English program. The award is $500-$1,000. The award is nonrenewable, applied to the first term tuition and fees, and is only open to applicants that are transferring exclusively from the IEP program. The scholarship is competitive.