帕森斯设计学院和公众参与学院共同提供ESL加设计证书计划。该预注册课程面向计划在美国就读艺术或设计学院但需要提高其英语作为外语考试（TOEFL）或希望提高其英语技能的国际学生。在开始艺术和设计研究之前适应美国的大学生活。ESL加设计学习课程是一组结构化的强化英语（ESL）课程，外加一个设计工作室，简短的补充研讨会以及对美国生活的了解。那些成功完成该计划的人可以获得一份结业证书，确认他们已经达到一定的英语口语，阅读和写作水平以及在艺术和设计方面的基本技能。
Parsons School of Design and the Schools of Public Engagement together offer the ESL plus Design Certificate program. This pre-enrollment program is for international students who plan to attend an art or design college in the United States but need to improve their scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or who wish to refresh their English language skills and adjust to university life in the United States before beginning art and design studies. The ESL plus Design program of study is a structured set of intensive English language (ESL) courses plus a design studio, short supplemental workshops, and an orientation to life in the United States. Those who successfully complete the program can obtain a certificate of completion confirming they have attained a specified level of proficiency in English speaking, reading, and writing and foundational skills in art and design.