International Education

Riverland’s International Education programs do two things: help you build college-level English, and help you understand how the world fits together. Both lead somewhere. Credits from these programs count toward an Associate of Arts degree and transfer to a four-year university.

These credits count toward a degree

ESLA students can earn up to 16 credits toward an A.A. degree, and at the advanced level you take three college courses alongside your English courses. The Global Studies Certificate pairs with an A.A. degree or adds to another program. The Global Studies Emphasis is the A.A. itself.

English language

Build the English you need for college and work: writing, grammar, reading, vocabulary, listening, and speaking. Small classes, a language lab, and free tutoring. Your course plan depends on your placement results.

Non-degree 15 to 27 credits Austin

Global studies

One semester looking at how cultures, economies, and political systems shape each other. Pairs with an A.A. degree or strengthens another program you are already in.

Certificate 16 credits 1 semester

A full A.A. degree focused on global systems, cultures, and history. Transfers toward bachelor’s work in international relations, political science, or business, including an agreement with Winona State University.

A.A. Degree 60 credits Transfers

International students welcome

Riverland enrolls students from around the world. We will walk you through admissions, and there are housing options close to campus.

If you are not sure where to start, ask us. That is what we are here for.

Program Faculty

Barbara Judd

Barbara Judd

Spanish Instructor

Marie Lechelt

Marie Lechelt

English as a Second Language (ESLA) Instructor

Melissa Siebke

Melissa Siebke

English, Spanish, and French Instructor