Academic Support
Tutoring
Pierce’s Center for Academic Success (CAS) provides extensive online services including live tutoring, drop in or by appointment, online student success workshops and a Writing Lab that provides help with term papers, essays and more.
The Center offers free and low-cost options for English as a Second Language (ESL) students who want to practice or improve their English skills.
Library
Pierce’s Library is now available 24/7 with online access to the library catalog, e-texts, periodicals, and even on-demand live reference assistance. Students can use the Live Chat option or make an appointment to meet with a Reference Librarian who can assist with library research, searching various academic databases and ensuring that students are using the correct format for their essays and papers. Visit the Pierce Library to learn more!
Academic Counseling
Online Academic Counseling is available for admitted international students who need guidance with program and/or course selection, an education plan or researching university transfer options. Email intlstu@piercecollege.edu for more information or call (818) 719-6417.
English as a Second Language Classes
International student applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency as part of the application process. View our English Proficiency Requirements to learn more.
International students are eligible to enroll in credit level English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. These courses count for unit credit and prepare students for academic reading and writing. Some of the advanced level ESL courses are transferable at the university level.
Enrolling in credit level ESL classes requires some basic English proficiency. We encourage applicants to take one of our accepted English proficiency exams to determine admissions eligibility. International students who need to take ESL classes may take them along with their academic program courses.
Once you have been admitted to Pierce College, you may take the ESL Guided Self-Placement Survey which will help you choose an ESL course.
Bookstore
Textbooks are available 2 - 3 weeks prior to each semester. Just click the Bookstore link above and specify the course and section number of your class to easily purchase your books online and arrange for shipping.
- Required and Recommended Textbooks
- Study Materials
- Los Angeles Pierce College Apparel
- Graduation Regalia