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Where purpose meets possibility. Discover hands-on learning, flexible programs, and a college experience built for your life.

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GRADUATE SPOTLIGHTS

Discover inspiring graduate success stories from Indian River State College that highlight perseverance, innovation, and the pursuit of meaningful careers. From space exploration to healthcare and nursing, these spotlights showcase how River students are overcoming challenges, achieving their goals, and ready to make an impact in their communities.

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Program Type: Adult Education

  • English as a Second Language Program

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    ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE PROGRAM

    The English as a Second Language Program is for non-native English speakers to improve their English skills in order to successfully begin living and working in the United States

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    AVAILABLE PROGRAM

    • English as a Second Language Program

    English as a Second Language Program

    Adult Education

    Fall 2026: August 19th – December 9th

    Port St. Lucie, Ft. Pierce, Vero Beach, Stuart, Okeechobee

    $30 per semester

    Fall enrollment begins: Wednesday, July 8th, 2026
    Fall enrollment ends: Thursday, October 15th, 2026

    • New students will have to submit an application, which includes a one-time $20 application fee. A valid SSN or ITIN must be entered in the application.

    The English as a Second Language Program is for non-native English speakers to improve their English skills in order to successfully begin living and working in the United States. Students learn skills that can be applied to daily life and help students transition to higher education or the workforce. Our ESL Program has a variety of schedule options. We offer morning and evening classes at every location 2-4 days per week. We also offer online classes for students with a busier schedule.

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    Testimonial

    “I wanted to attend this class to improve my English. I have not been disappointed! It’s a very fun class, I have learned a lot of things, and my teacher is very involved. I love it.”

    Daika ’24

    English as a Second Language

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    PROGRAM LOCATIONS

    Prima Vista Center

    419 SW Irving St
    Port St Lucie, FL 34983

    772-343-9553

    Blackburn Education Building

    Room 119
    3002 Ave D
    Fort Pierce, FL 34947

    772-462-7487

    Mueller Campus

    Building A
    Room 130
    6155 College Ln
    Vero Beach, FL 32966

    772-226-2507

    Chastain Campus

    Building B
    Room 120
    2400 SE Salerno Rd
    Stuart, FL 34997

    772-419-5613

    Dixon Hendry Campus

    Building A
    Room 120
    2229 NW 9th Ave
    Okeechobee, FL 34972

    863-824-6017

    HOW TO APPLY

    Complete an Application

    Create an account and complete the Non-Credit Adult ESL Application. There is a one-time, $20 application fee for new students.  Make sure you submit the application upon processing the payment.

    Pay $30 Tuition

    The $30 tuition payment can be made online through your MyPioneerPortal or in person at your nearest campus cashier’s office. The River Portal access is granted within 3 days of the application. An email will be sent to the email listed in the application with the instructions for how to activate your account.

    Complete Online Intake Forms

    Once you have obtained your Student ID, please complete the online intake forms for the program. These forms consist of the Code of Conduct, Image/Video Release, and Attendance Agreements.

    Schedule Your Placement Exam

    New students must take the CASAS placement exam.  Please call or visit your nearest campus location listed to make the appointment.

    Apply
    Complete the Fall ’26 Forms
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    Flexible Schedule

    Our ESL Program offers flexible scheduling. Classes are offered in the mornings, evenings, and online.

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    Multilingual Office Staff

    Many of our staff members speak Spanish and Haitian Creole to help guide new students through the enrollment process.

    OTHER ADULT ED PROGRAMS

    GED Preparation

    • Fall 2026: August 19th – December 9th
    • Port St. Lucie, Ft. Pierce, Vero Beach, Stuart, Okeechobee
    • $30 per semester
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    GED PREPARATION

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    AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

    • GED Preparation

    GED Preparation

    Adult Education

    Fall 2026: August 19th – December 9th

    Port St. Lucie, Ft. Pierce, Vero Beach, Stuart, Okeechobee, Indiantown

    $30 per semester

    Fall enrollment begins: Wednesday, July 8th, 2026
    Fall enrollment ends: Thursday, October 15th, 2026

    • New students will have to submit an application, which includes a one-time $20 application fee. A valid SSN or ITIN must be entered in the application.

    The GED Preparation Program is for students looking to earn a high school diploma equivalency to enroll for secondary education or apply for certain careers. Students learn math and reading skills, as well as the necessary vocabulary and concepts for science and social studies, to pass the four GED tests. Our GED Preparation Program has a variety of schedule options. We offer morning and evening classes at every location 2 days per week. We also offer online classes for students with a busier schedule.

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    Testimonial

    “My husband and I completed the [GED Preparation] program together and earned our GED at the same time. The instructors were very supportive and the entire Adult Education team was positive, encouraging, and motivated us throughout the entire process. If we had to do it all over again, the only thing I would change is that we would have done it sooner.”

    Lidia Avalos ’23

    GED

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    PROGRAM LOCATIONS

    Pruitt Campus

    Building A
    Room 101
    500 NW California Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

    772-462-7401

    Blackburn Education Building

    Room 119
    3002 Ave D
    Fort Pierce, FL 34947

    772-462-7487

    Mueller Campus

    Building A
    Room 130
    6155 College Ln
    Vero Beach, FL 32966

    772-226-2507

    Chastain Campus

    Building B
    Room 120
    2400 SE Salerno Rd
    Stuart, FL 34997

    772-419-5613

    Dixon Hendry Campus

    Building A
    Room 120
    2229 NW 9th Ave
    Okeechobee, FL 34972

    863-824-6017

    HOW TO APPLY

    Complete an Application

    Create an account and complete the Non-Credit Adult ESL Application. There is a one-time, $20 application fee for new students. Make sure you submit the application upon processing the payment.

    Pay $30 Tuition

    The $30 tuition payment can be made online through your River Portal or in person at your nearest campus cashier’s office. The River Portal access is granted within 3 days of the application. An email will be sent to the email listed in the application with the instructions for how to activate your account.

    Complete Online Intake Forms

    Once you have obtained your Student ID, please complete the online intake forms for the program. These forms consist of the Code of Conduct, Image/Video Release, and Attendance Agreements.

    Schedule Your Placement Exam

    New students must take the CASAS placement exam. 
    Please call or visit your nearest campus location listed to make the appointment.

    Apply
    Complete the Fall ’26 Forms
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    Orlando Class of 2023

    Orlando is a double graduate. After completing our English as a Second Language Program, Orlando then went on to earn his GED!

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    Gianna Class of 2023

    Gianna earned her GED in Fall of 2023. She is now pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering.

    OTHER ADULT ED PROGRAMS

    English as a Second Language Program

    • Fall 2026: August 19th – December 9th
    • Port St. Lucie, Ft. Pierce, Vero Beach, Stuart, Okeechobee
    • $30 per semester
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