English Language, Career and Academic Prep
Welcome to Highline College!
We are so glad you are here!
Mission
The mission of the English Language, Career and Academic Prep (ELCAP) department at Highline College is to prepare our students to be college and career ready by fostering a pursuit of life-long learning, innovative thinking, problem-solving skills, cultural responsiveness, and contributions to the community.
What we do
We offer courses in English language skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, study skills, math, and technology.

What we offer
Contact Information
Email: elcapofficestaff@highline.edu Location: Building 19-109Questions about ESOL testing and orientations. Please call us at: 206-592-3297
Download Campus MapELCAP Break & Summer 2026 Office Hours
We’re excited to welcome you for the Summer 2026 term! Please see our office hours and important closure dates below.
📅 Break 2026 Dates
June 8, 2026– June 26, 2026
🕒 Regular Office Hours
- Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00p.m.
- Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
- Saturday: Closed
🚫 Break Office Closures
Please note the ELCAP office will be closed on the following dates:
- Friday, June 19, 2026 –Juneteenth: College Closed
Summer 2026 Term Dates
June 29, 2026– August 22, 2026
🕒 Regular Office Hours
- Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:30p.m.
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: 8:00a-12:00p
Summer 2026 Office Closures
Please note the ELCAP office will be closed on the following dates:
- Saturday, July 4, 2026-Independence Day
- Saturday, July 25, 2026-ELCAP Office Closed.
- Saturday, August 8, 2026-ELCAP Office Closed
- Saturday, August 15, 2026-ELCAP Office Closed
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office during regular operating hours.
We look forward to supporting you this summer!
Highline College
Des Moines, WA 98198-9800

