Continuing Education
ENGLISH AS A NEW LANGUAGE
English-as-a-New-Language studies (ENL) are open to all students seeking to improve their English language proficiency. During the application process, a MACC-administered placement exam identifies the student’s language needs, and the program is structured according to students’ language proficiency.
Native Spanish-speakers may concurrently enroll in ENL coursework and major coursework in Spanish, advancing their English language attainment and ministry studies at the same time.
Note: If courses are designated “non-college-level-credit”, it simply means that the credit hours received for such courses are not applied toward a degree program.
| Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level 1 (non-college-level credit) | |
| ENL 0310 Grammar I | 3 |
| ENL 0313 Integrated English Skills I | 3 |
| ENL 0316 Reading and Writing I | 3 |
| ENL 0318 Listening and Speaking I | 3 |
| Level 2 (non-college-level credit) | |
| ENL 0320 Grammar II | 3 |
| ENL 0323 Integrated English Skills II | 3 |
| ENL 0326 Reading and Writing II | 3 |
| ENL 0328 Listening and Speaking II | 3 |
| Level 3 (non-college-level credit) | |
| ENL 0330 Grammar III | 3 |
| ENL 0333 Integrated English Skills III | 3 |
| ENL 0336 Reading and Writing III | 3 |
| ENL 0338 Listening and Speaking III | 3 |
| Level 4 (non-college-level credit) | |
| ENL 0340 Grammar IV | 3 |
| ENL 0343 Integrated English Skills IV | 3 |
| ENL 0346 Reading and Writing IV | 3 |
| ENL 0348 Listening and Speaking IV | 3 |
| Advanced ENL (college-level credit-earning) | |
| ENL 4370 Composition in an Acquired Language I | 3 |
| ENL 4371 Composition in an Acquired Language II | 3 |
| Program Total | 54 |
As students progress in the ENL Program, they gradually begin to make the transition to the regular undergraduate curriculum. All four levels of ENL instruction can incorporate 3-12 hours of ENL non-college-level credit instruction per week, according to students’ needs. Each ENL course includes an integrated Language Lab component, allowing access to our web-based Language Learning program. A flat technology fee is applied to tuition costs for each semester. Advanced ENL students who successfully complete the ENL 0343 Integrated English Skills IV course will register for the two advanced, college-level creditearning ENL Composition in an Acquired Language courses (ENL 4370 and ENL 4371), which serve as “bridge” courses between the ENL program and college-level courses. In addition, after completing the four levels of the ENL Program (or scoring the equivalent on the Placement Test) students will take an exit test to assess English Proficiency. If they achieve an appropriate score, students transition out of the ENL Program and can proceed to meet their regular English curriculum requirements.
Completion of the ENL Program
Once students have successfully completed the ENL program, and English Proficiency Exit Test, they are required to take an additional six (6) hours in the English language curriculum (ENGL). The requirement may be fulfilled with 6 hours of core composition in English (English 1301 and 1302).
To apply for admission to ENL studies, applicants complete and submit the Visiting Admission application and the supporting documentation to the Office of Degree Based Programs (unless otherwise specified). Electronic forms are automatically sent to the Registrar upon clicking the ‘submit’ button. Applicants may submit hardcopies by visiting or mailing us at:
Mexican American Catholic College
Office of Degree Based Programs
PO Box 28185 / 3115 West Ashby Place
San Antonio, TX 78228-5104
• Application for Visiting Admission
• Application fee – $20
• Contact the ENL Coordinator to schedule a placement exam at least 30 days before the session begins
• All official transcripts: Official copy of GED Certification or final HS transcript and official copies of all post-secondary transcripts
• Certified translation and official evaluation of foreign academic credentials
*Cost projections are calculated using the current Tuition and Fees Schedule.
**This calculation on is based on one 16-week semester.
Payment Policies
Payments and inquiries associated with payments should be submitted directly to the Finance Department as indicated below:
Mexican American Catholic College
Finance Department
3115 W. Ashby Place San Antonio, TX 78228-5104
210-732-2156, extension 7129
210-732-9072, fax
Payment Deadlines. All accounts are expected to be paid in full prior to the first class day of the semester or session or no later than the first scheduled class meeting. If alternate financial arrangements are needed, students must seek and finalize arrangements with the Director of Finance before registration or at the time of registration at the latest. When a payment agreement is applicable, absolutely no final payment deadlines are extended past the midterm, as identified within the associated academic calendar.
Payment Arrangements. Two alternative methods of meeting financial obligations are available to students, excluding auditors.
Option 1. During the Fall and Spring semesters, half (50%) of the total balance is to be paid at registration with the remaining balance due within 30 days. During the Summer semester, half (50%) of the total balance is due at registration with the remaining balance due within 10 days.
Option 2. Upon the approval of the Finance Director, half (50%) of the total balance is due at registration. The registrant must first propose a contract, scheduling the monthly payments of the remaining balance.
Auditors. Payment arrangements are not available to auditors. Full payment is due upon registration.
Additional Balance. When a change of balance occurs due to changes in the registration schedule, the additional balance is due immediately if arrangements are not made with the Finance Director.
Drop for Nonpayment. Students who do not adhere to MACC’s payment policy and/or the approved payment agreement may be institutionally withdrawn from class(es). A registration hold will be placed on the student’s education record prohibiting enrollment until his/her financial obligation is met.
Record Hold. In addition to the student being prohibited from enrollment, data pertaining to the education record (grade reports, transcripts, and diplomas) will not be released until the student clears his/her delinquent status.
Limited institutional aid is available. To apply for tuition assistance, click here. Students can apply each academic year.
| Term | Fall 2019 | Spring 2020 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credits* | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| Tuition | $7,680 | $7,680 | $15,360 |
| New Student Fee** | $110 | $0 | $110 |
| Student Services Fee*** | $420 | $0 | $0 |
| Room & Board** | $7,240 | $7,240 | $14,480 |
| Commuter TOTAL | $8,210 | $8,100 | $16,310 |
| On-Campus TOTAL | $15,450 | $15,340 | $30,790 |
HISPANIC MINISTRY IN THE 21ST CENTURY
This course (HM21) is an intense two-week introduction to Hispanic Ministry. It provides an orientation to the culture, history, and faith expressions of Mexican Americans while additionally providing a comprehensive framework for understanding other cultures. HM21 deepens the appreciation of the multicultural diversity in society and guides both Hispanics and non-Hispanics through a process of understanding the complexities of ministry in Hispanic communities today.
Click here to download the flyer and click here to register.
| 2024 Workshop Dates |
| January 7 – 18 |
Noncredit
Continuing Education courses are taken for personal or professional interest. Continuing Education students receive a certificate of completion at the end of a course. These courses do not offer college credit, but in some cases you may be able to earn some college credit depending on the program and course.
If you wish to enroll in a continuing education program, course or workshop, you should submit all application materials at least three weeks before it begins. Early registration helps prevent course cancellations due to insufficient enrollment.
Hispanic Ministry Application and Registration Form. The application form for Hispanic Ministry in the 21st Century can be found online. You may click here to conveniently register.
Letter of Recommendation. The letter of recommendation is an important part of the registration process. The letter should be from your pastor, religious superior, bishop, professor, or another person familiar with your character. Family members are not suitable referrers, and if you are a priest, your letter must be from your bishop and/or your provincial.
Travel & Housing Form. So that we can prepare your accommodations appropriately, you should complete this form. We suggest you schedule your departing flight to arrive in San Antonio between noon and 5:00 pm, the Sunday before your course begins.
Border Immersion: $670.00
Deposit for registration: $250.00
| Tuition | $2,310 |
|---|
INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCE FOR MINISTRY
This interactive workshop explores cultural differences in values, attitudes, perceptions, and communication dynamics. The workshop provides practical guidance for Chaplains, Professional Caregivers, and other Pastoral Ministers who work in today’s culturally diverse hospitals and community settings.
Click here to download the flyer and click here to register.
| 2024 Workshop Dates | |
| January 9-10, 2024 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm |
Noncredit
Continuing Education courses are taken for personal or professional interest. Continuing Education students receive a certificate of completion at the end of a course. These courses do not offer college credit, but in some cases you may be able to earn some college credit depending on the program and course.
If you wish to enroll in a continuing education program, course or workshop, you should submit all application materials at least three weeks before it begins. Early registration helps prevent course cancellations due to insufficient enrollment.
Continuing Education Application and Registration Form. The application form for Continuing Education courses includes an area to register for courses. You may click here to conveniently register online.
Letter of Recommendation. The letter of recommendation is an important part of the registration process. The letter should be from your pastor, religious superior, bishop, professor, or another person familiar with your character. Family members are not suitable referrers, and if you are a priest, your letter must be from your bishop and/or your provincial.
Travel & Housing Form. So that we can prepare your accommodations appropriately, you should complete this form. We suggest you schedule your departing flight to arrive in San Antonio between noon and 5:00 pm, the Sunday before your course begins.
Continuing Education. $215.00
Room & board: $90.00 per day (limited housing)
INTENSIVE PASTORAL SPANISH/ENGLISH
The Intensive Pastoral Spanish (IPS) courses are taught in four-week intervals. There are five levels (beginner, beginner plus, intermediate, intermediate plus, and advanced), where students engage in classroom conversation, phonetics training, grammar skills and pastoral vocabulary. Each level additionally emphasizes listening and speaking via the classroom experience and weekly presentations on cultural and pastoral topics. Our IPS students don’t just learn a new language, they participate in a transformative experience, where priests, seminarians, religious men and woman, and lay people meet to share their culture, hopes, dreams, and become a diverse community rooted in faith.
A variation of this program (IPS-PM) is typically offered in the evening during June and July. It accommodates students’ busy schedules. Although it is not an intensive program, it is still an enriching learning experience, rooted in MACC’s mission to serve the Hispanic community.
Click here to register. Download the fliers below.
IPS Winter 2024
IPE Summer 2024
IPS Summer 2024
| Winter 2024 | January 3 – 19 |
| Summer 2024 | June 3 – June 28 |
| July 1 – July 30 |
Noncredit
Continuing Education courses are taken for personal or professional interest. Continuing Education students receive a certificate of completion at the end of a course. These courses do not offer college credit, but in some cases you may be able to earn some college credit depending on the program and course.
Language Assessment
In order to be placed in a class that is most helpful, students must complete a Language Assessment, which measures proficiency and grammar in the Spanish language. Please know that this is simply a way of identifying strengths, which will be reinforced, and limitations, which are to be part of studies at MACC.
If you wish to enroll in a continuing education program, course or workshop, you should submit all application materials at least three weeks before it begins. Early registration helps prevent course cancellations due to insufficient enrollment.
Continuing Education Application and Registration Form. The application form for Continuing Education courses includes an area to register for courses. You may click here to conveniently register online.
Letter of Recommendation. The letter of recommendation is an important part of the registration process. The letter should be from your pastor, religious superior, bishop, professor, or another person familiar with your character. Family members are not suitable referrers, and if you are a priest, your letter must be from your bishop and/or your provincial.
Travel & Housing Form. So that we can prepare your accommodations appropriately, you should complete this form. We suggest you schedule your departing flight to arrive in San Antonio between noon and 5:00 pm, the Sunday before your course begins.
Deposit. Enrollment requires a $300 non-refundable deposit: $150 for tuition, and $150 for room & board
The tuition fees below are effective August 2020.
| Tuition | |
| 8 week session | $4,300 |
| 4 week session | $2,150 |
| 2 week session | $1,075 |
LEADERSHIP IN THE 21ST CENTURY
This course presents a broad theological framework to understand how the Holy Spirit guides the Church through different leadership structures and styles – ordained, religious, and lay. Specifically, students will better understand the ecclesial structures for leadership at the diocesan and parish levels; the development of Hispanic Ministry and its formal and informal leadership structures; and the personal spirituality, skills, and cultural competencies essential for effective pastoral ministry and evangelization with and to Hispanics. The course material will focus on recent documents of the USCCB and research on Latino cultural patterns.
Noncredit
Continuing Education courses are taken for personal or professional interest. Continuing Education students receive a certificate of completion at the end of a course. These courses do not offer college credit, but in some cases you may be able to earn some college credit depending on the program and course.
If you wish to enroll in a continuing education program, course or workshop, you should submit all application materials at least three weeks before it begins. Early registration helps prevent course cancellations due to insufficient enrollment.
Continuing Education Application and Registration Form. The application form for Continuing Education courses includes an area to register for courses. You may click here to conveniently register online.
Letter of Recommendation. The letter of recommendation is an important part of the registration process. The letter should be from your pastor, religious superior, bishop, professor, or another person familiar with your character. Family members are not suitable referrers, and if you are a priest, your letter must be from your bishop and/or your provincial.
Travel & Housing Form. So that we can prepare your accommodations appropriately, you should complete this form. We suggest you schedule your departing flight to arrive in San Antonio between noon and 5:00 pm, the Sunday before your course begins.
Continuing Education: $535.00
Room: $90.00 per day
Workshop cost includes lunch and resource materials
