American Collegiate English

American Collegiate English (ACE)

Grossmont College's academic-focused English language school

in San Diego County, California, since 1992

ACE is more than a language school.

Experience U.S. college life.
Feel confident to start college.
Learn from college ESL professors.

Apply to ACE
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Apply directly to Grossmont College
Do you have English proficiency and are ready for college? Enroll directly in college courses.

ACE and Grossmont College, the Affordable Way to Earn a U.S. Certificate or Degree with an Option to Work (OPT)

Start at ACE to prep your English skills for college. Next, get started on your certificate or degree at Grossmont community college, at 1/4 - 1/3 less than the average cost at a 4-year university. Gain work experience via OPT. Transfer your credits -- perhaps to SDSU, UCSD, or USD -- to complete your bachelor's degree.

Or you may enroll in ACE to study English for your personal enrichment only (no transfer).