English Language Programs in Chicago

MCC Intermediate ESL students at the Chicago Downtown campus. Photo: MCC

Find the Right English Program for Your Goals

Midwestern Career College offers English language programs in downtown Chicago for students who want to build communication skills for academic study, professional environments, healthcare settings, and everyday English fluency.

Students can choose from ESL pathways designed for different goals, from foundational English development to advanced professional, academic, and career-focused communication.

Which English Program Is Right for You?

English as a Second Language

Build core English reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, and communication skills for academic, personal, and professional use.

Explore English as a Second Language

Professional English

Develop advanced workplace communication, presentation, business writing, collaboration, and professional English skills.

Explore Professional English

English for Academic Purposes

Strengthen the academic English skills needed for classroom participation, college-level writing, reading, discussion, and study in the United States.

Explore English for Academic Purposes

English for Healthcare

Learn English communication skills connected to healthcare settings, patient interaction, medical vocabulary, and allied health career preparation.

Explore English for Healthcare

Study English in Downtown Chicago

MCC’s English language programs are offered in downtown Chicago, giving students access to one of the largest business, healthcare, education, transportation, and cultural centers in the United States.

Students learn in a multicultural city where English communication is used across professional, academic, and everyday environments.

Explore ESL and F-1 Eligible Programs at MCC

English language study through MCC’s ESL programs can support students preparing for academic programs, professional communication, workplace interaction, healthcare communication, or future study in the United States.

International students seeking degree and career training pathways can also explore MCC’s F-1 eligible academic and career-focused programs in healthcare, business, technology, and related fields.

Explore all F-1 Eligible Programs or request information from MCC International Admissions to find out more about MCC’s F-1 eligible programs for international students.

International Students at MCC

Students from diverse countries and backgrounds study English and career-focused programs together at Midwestern Career College’s Chicago Downtown campus.

English Language Programs FAQ

What English language programs does MCC offer?

MCC offers English as a Second Language, Professional English, English for Academic Purposes, and English for Healthcare.

Which program should I choose if I want workplace English skills?

Students who want to strengthen workplace communication, business writing, presentations, interviews, and professional communication may be interested in Professional English.

Which program helps with college or university English?

English for Academic Purposes is designed for students who want to strengthen academic reading, writing, discussion, and study skills for U.S. classroom environments.

Does MCC offer English for healthcare careers?

Yes. English for Healthcare focuses on communication skills, vocabulary, and language use connected to healthcare and allied health settings.

Where are MCC’s English language programs offered?

MCC’s English language programs are offered at the Chicago Downtown campus, located at 100 S. Wacker Drive in the heart of downtown Chicago, Illinois.

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Admissions Contact Info

International Admissions

100 South Wacker Drive, LL 1-55
Chicago, IL 60606

312-236-9000 ext. 2
international@mccollege.edu

 

Hours:

Mon – Thu 9:00A.M. – 6:00P.M.

Fri 9:00A.M. – 4:00P.M.

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