Welcome English language learners!

The population at SBVC reflects the diversity of your community.  If you are ready to increase your understanding and use of the English language for personal and/or academic purposes, SBVC is ready to help you to achieve your goals.

No matter how you define your professional and personal success, we are here to help you achieve it.  At San Bernardino Valley College, your educational journey starts here!

 

Requirements for New Student Admissions

  • Any individual, age 18 or older, who can reasonably benefit from instruction.

 

Advisement for English as a second language (ESL) learners:

If English is not your primary language, you may benefit from classes to strengthen your skills in the English language.  English as a second language courses benefit students if:         

  • English is not the language you feel most comfortable using on a daily basis.        
  • You have not completed high school in the United States.         
  • You have completed high school but believe you can benefit from further instruction in the English language.

Steps to Apply

 

  • To begin your application, visit opencccapply.net and create a new account.
  • Once you are signed in, select "San Bernardino Valley College" from the menu.
  • Complete all 7 steps of the college application, and submit!

Helpful Tips:

  • You should receive your student ID number within 24 hours.  Be sure to write down your 7-digit student ID number and your username!
  • If you need assistance with completing the college application, visit the Welcome Center located in AD/SS-102.
  • You can fill out the FAFSA (FREE Application for Federal Student Aid), which helps to determine your financial need and aid eligibility.
  • To receive the highest amount of financial aid, submit your FAFSA as soon as October 1, and before March 2.
  • Complete or renew your application using the federal school code #001272.
  • If you are not a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible non-citizen, fill out the CA Dream Act Application Instead.  To learn more, read this guide.
Note:  Noncredit classes do not qualify for financial aid.
New students are required to complete the orientation for college.  You can complete the Orientation in SelfService. 
  • Create your SelfService password (CLICK HERE) by using the user ID provided in your welcome email that was sent to your SBVC email account.
  • Complete your Online Orientation by logging into SelfService.
  • Upon completing your orientation, print the Orientation Certificate or take a good quality picture of the certificate.  You will need it when you make an appointment to take the ESL assessment.

Helpful Tip:  If you need assistance with completing the online orientation, contact us at (909) 384-4418. 

Recommendations for Classes:

  • Students who are interested in improving their speaking and listening skills in English are recommended to meet with an ESL counselor for more information.
  • Students who are interested in improving their writing skills in English are recommended to take the ESL assessment.  Please refer to the following steps to take the ESL assessment.
Meet with an ESL Counselor:
  • Schedule an appointment with an ESL counselor via our ESL webpage or call (909) 384-4418. 
  • Meet with a counselor to develop your Education Plan.  A counselor is a valuable resource to help you to reach your goals! 
  • Schedule an appointment with an ESL counselor via our ESL webpage or call 909-384-4418.
  • Note:  It is recommended that you bring your ESL assessment score to your counseling appointment.
  • Confirm your Priority Registration date in your SelfService account.
  • Pay your fees at time of registration.  Currently, students will not be dropped for non-payment of registration fees.
    • Not all registration fees are covered by the California Promise Grant Waiver, which covers the charge of $46 per unit.  Read about Enrollment Fees that are required and how to calculate them.
    • Note:  Noncredit courses do not have enrollment fees.