Onondaga Community College’s English Language Institute provides multiple levels of free language instruction and support to help English language learners achieve their career and academic goals. Our non-credit bearing programs are recognized throughout the region and can improve access to employment opportunities.

ELI Registration Day!

Event: ELI Registration Day

Date: Wednesday, May 28th, 2025

Time: 9am - 3pm

Location: Learning Center, Gordon Building, G202

Details: Free English courses are available. On ELI Registration Day, students will take a placement exam and will

be placed in classes based on their proficiency level and 

availability. Please bring a pen or pencil. The exam will test writing and speaking skills.

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, so it's best to show up early. Classes will begin on Monday, June 2nd. 

 If you cannot attend on May 28th, there will be limited appointments available on Thursday morning, May 29th. For more information, contact the ELI office at eli@sunyocc.edu or 315-498-2884 

 

Language Development Classes

Summer Semester:

June 2nd, 2025 – August 12th, 2025

The summer semester is 10 weeks. Each course meets two times per week for 10 weeks.


Beginner English (LI-1)
Take this class if you are new to learning the 
English language.

Beginner Courses (June 2 - Aug 12):

A)  9:15am-11:15am Monday and Wednesday

B)  9:15am-11:15am Tuesday and Thursday

C) 11:30am-1:30pm Monday and Wednesday

D) 11:30am-1:30pm Tuesday and Thursday

 
Location: OCC Main Campus, The Learning Center, G202-K
 
 

Intermediate English (LI-2)

Take the intermediate class if you have already completed the Beginner 
 English (LI-1) class (or have 
 intermediate level proficiency as assessed by ELI instructors). 
 

Intermediate Courses (June 2 - Aug 12):

A)  9:15am-11:15am Monday and Wednesday

B)  9:15am-11:15am Tuesday and Thursday

C)  11:30am-1:30pm Monday and Wednesday

D)  11:30am-1:30pm Tuesday and Thursday

 

Location: OCC Main Campus, The Learning Center, G202-J