CHERRYPICKERDe Anza College
ESL 273
Introduction to the Essay · 4 units
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- De Anza catalogcourse record · 2025-2026
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
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About this course
This is an introduction to the principles and techniques of academic essay writing based on critical reading and thinking.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTCESL 273Introduction to the EssayOpen5 sections · 6 seats reported · 5 instructors
- CRN 02556 · 50Open · 6
- CRN 24612 · 02Waitlist · 0
- CRN 25661 · 01Full · 0
- CRN 26710 · 51Waitlist · 0
- CRN 27999 · 52Waitlist · 0
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
ESL 261Low Advanced Listening and Speaking- andESL D265. (or ESL D461. and ESL D465.) with a grade of C or better
- ora qualifying score on the English as a Second Language Placement Test
Catalog wording: “ESL D261. and ESL D265. (or ESL D461. and ESL D465.) with a grade of C or better; or a qualifying score on the English as a Second Language Placement Test”
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