At Germanna, we're committed to providing ESL (English as a Second Language) resources to English learners and supporting international students throughout their academic journey.
Improve your English language skills
In Germanna's ESL classes and services, we warmly welcome students of all backgrounds, regardless of their immigration status. Our goal is to provide a variety of experiential learning opportunities to build and improve English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Germanna ESL Courses
ESL 31: Composition I
Develops writing fluency and grammar skills through guided practice in the writing process.
ESL 32: Reading I
Builds reading comprehension and vocabulary to support success in ESL 42 and college-level courses.
ESL 33: Oral Communication I
Improves listening and speaking skills for functioning successfully in academic, professional, and personal settings.
ESL 41: Composition II
Advances writing skills with a focus on structure, grammar, and writing strategies.
ESL 42: Reading II
Enhances reading skills for academic success in ESL and college coursework.
For more information, visit the College Catalog.
How to get started
- Apply online or in person by visiting a Germanna campus.
- Meet with an Admissions Coach. Your coach will help review your application and, if needed, refer you to the Testing Center for the free Accuplacer test. Your Accuplacer test results will help Germanna place you in the right class.
- Meet with a counselor or advisor to assess your English level and discuss your college plan.
- Register for classes.
- Pay for classes. Review tuition deadlines and have a plan to pay for your courses on time. Your counselor or advisor can schedule a meeting for you to meet with a Financial Aid staff member, if needed.
- Prepare for the first day of classes. Review your course schedule for times, dates, and locations, and confirm that you have all course materials needed for class.
Enroll as an international student
At Germanna, we welcome students from around the world. With affordable and quality academic programs, Germanna offers flexible course scheduling and personalized support. Our accredited courses and programs are transferrable to colleges and universities throughout the U.S.
How to get started
International Students Residing Outside the U.S.
Application Requirements · Online with College Everywhere
- Germanna Application for Admission or Workforce program enrollment
- Qualifying exam score
- New Student Orientation
- Meeting with an International Advisor for initial counseling
This option is not available to international students residing in the US.
International Students Residing in the U.S.
Application Requirements · On Campus at Germanna
- Germanna Application for Admission or Workforce program enrollment
- I-20 Application
- Sponsor's Affidavit of Support
- Qualifying exam score
- New Student Orientation (online or in-person)
- Meeting with an International Advisor for initial counseling
- Document indicating completion of the equivalent of an American high school diploma. If the document is not in English, include an official English translation and equivalency review and course-by-course evaluation.
- Copy of the identification page of your valid passport
- Additional materials. F-1 Transfer and Change of Status Students must also supply the following (if applicable):
- Current copy of I-20 form
- F-1 visa, most recent I-94
- Copy of I-539 approval notice (if you have been approved for a change of status to F-1)
- Academic transcripts from your current school
Deadlines & Requirements
Applicants outside the US
- February 1 to June 1 (for Fall admission)
- August 1 to October 1 (for Spring admission)
F-1 transfer students already in the US
Email International Student Services for transfer admission deadlines.
Change of Status applicants
- Visitors in B1/B2 status are advised to wait at least 60 days after your arrival in the United Status before submitting admission documents to Germanna.
- Applicants in B1/B2 status may not enroll in a course of study until F-1 status is acquired.
- F-2 dependents may enroll only in a part‐time course of study (no more than 6 credit hours). F-1 status is required to enroll in 12 or more credit hours.
Qualifying Exam Scores
IELTS
Duolingo English Test
SAT
ACT
6.5
110
400
15
If your primary language of high school instruction was English, add this distinction to your NACES evaluated transcript. This can be used as a substitute for the exam options listed above.
Submit all application materials to:
International Admissions
Germanna Community College
PO Box 1430
Locust Grove, VA 22508
Or via email at internationaladmissions@germanna.edu
International Student Fees
F-1 applicants are required to demonstrate financial support for one academic year through one or more sponsors. If you are self-funding or planning to bring dependents, please note that the required amount will be higher.
Cost of Attendance - Academic Year (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026)
| Budget Item | Out-of-state, living w/family | Out-of-state, not living w/family |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & fees * | $11,919 | $11,919 |
| Books & supplies | $1,470 | $1,470 |
| Living expenses | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Personal | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Transportation | $2,000 | $2,000 |
* 15 credit semester. Excludes the $35.25 per credit All Access Fee.
Cost of attendance is the total amount it will cost you to go to school, as well as indirect expenses for equipment, transportation, personal/miscellaneous expenses, living expenses (housing and food), loan fees for those borrowing federal student loans, and the cost of obtaining your first professional licensure as required by your program.
Questions? Get in touch.
Talk to us online
- International admissions coach is available for online audio and video appointments
- Completely online degrees with no F-1 visa requirements
Meet us in person
- International admissions coach to facilitate your enrollment
- Four convenient locations in Virginia