Eligibility
- Transferable bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.*
- One year of college-level study in a single foreign language or
equivalent, preferably completed prior to beginning the program. Language
coursework may be taken concurrently with the program.
- Non-native speakers of English are required to have a TOEFL score
of 550 or higher, preferably met prior to beginning the program.
- 3.0 GPA preferred. A 3.0 GPA in TESOL coursework is necessary to
receive certification.
- Name and phone numbers (including area code) of two academic or
work references who can comment on your ability to work cooperatively
and professionally with diverse populations (attach to statement of
purpose).
*Undergraduate applicants must have junior year status, with a 3.0
GPA.
International students must have:
How to Apply
Currently admitted Western students need to fill out the
TESOL Program Application only. Applicants who are not currently
admitted to Western will need to fill out the TESOL Program Application
as well as apply to Western for admission. Please contact the TESOL
office for more information.
The application deadline for the Summer Option is
January 15th. The application deadline for the Annual Option is
April 1st. Applications received after the deadlines will be
considered on a space-available basis.
Please complete the contact information below and indicate if you would
like us to mail you a program application or you may select the button
to print out the application form electronically.
Contact us for the program application,
advising, or if you have any questions.
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Electronically download the TESOL
Program application
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