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Las Positas College

Credit or Noncredit?

Use the chart below for tips on how to choose between ESL credit courses or ESL Noncredit courses.

Credit (ESL)

  • These classes help you work towards a degree
  • Levels 1-6 qualify for financial aid
  • Require student fees, an application, registration, homework, buying books and exams

Noncredit (NESL)

  • Classes are free
  • Not eligible for financial aid
  • Require student fees, an application, registration, homework, buying books and exams