English as a Second Language

Your success in college is very important to everyone at Santa Rosa Junior College. Placement tests will help determine the right place for you to begin your college career. The ESL Placement Test is used to be sure that you begin at the appropriate level. You can then progress successfully through the course levels you need to reach your goal. ESL testing sessions are scheduled before the beginning of each semester and summer session.

For more information about English as a Second Language, as well as English, Math, Chemistry Placement Tests or the GED examination, click here: Placement Tests and GED Home Page

Students can apply for federal and state financial aid and SRJC scholarships. In addition to the general Doyle Scholarship, the following special ESL scholarships are available:

Sue Carlson Memorial ESL Scholarship
David Ferrell Scholarship
ESL Scholarship
Gant Family Culinary Scholarship
Gant Family ESL Scholarship
R. Elton Leith ESL Scholarships
Jeanne Simmons New Horizons ESL Scholarship
Maria Rifo ESL Scholarship

Student Health Services is open to all credit students. The Center provides physical and mental health services. Also, the Community Dental Health Clinic is available to everyone for a small fee.
Student Health Services Home Page

Santa Rosa Junior College has two libraries: The Doyle Library on the Santa Rosa campus and the Mahoney Library on the Petaluma campus.

The libraries are good places to study, research and write. A large number of computers are available for students to use. Books and CDs are available, along with a wide selection of magazines. Your instructor may recommend videos to practice listening in English.

A student ID card is needed if you want to check out any materials from the library.
Santa Rosa Junior College Libraries Home Page

The SRJC Bookstore operates at both the Santa Rosa and Petaluma campuses. Textbooks for credit classes are available here. Dictionaries and all types of school supplies are also offered and all students are welcome.

Click the link below for the location you prefer:
Santa Rosa Campus Bookstore

Petaluma Campus Bookstore

You may use the computer labs when they are open for drop-ins, that is, when classes are not meeting there. However, you must know how to use the computer. The staff in these labs can help with small problems, but they cannot teach you how to use a computer.

Remember to bring your student I.D. with you.

In the Bertolini Student Center, you will find many services for students.

At the CyBear Center (first floor), you will find printers and copiers. The prices for most CyBear Center services are here.

You can also get student a ID card at the CyBear Center. Bring a photo I.D. such as a driver’s license. Also bring your current SRJC schedule. The CyBear Center can help you get your schedule if you don’t know how.

Find out about jobs at the Student Employment Office (on the 3rd floor).

Find out about careers at the Career Center (also on the 3rd floor).

You can study for the GED (high school diploma) in the College Skills Department. These classes are offered in both English and Spanish.
College Skills Department Home Page