Ames,
IA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language in Ames United States | Iowa State University
Iowa State University
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Ames United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
15,511
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Graduate Certificate in TESL/TEFL requires two prerequisite courses and 12 graduate credit hours. This program offers foundational training for teaching English to non-native speakers across diverse educational environments. Participants can pursue the certificate independently or combine it with a master's or doctoral degree. Applicants may transfer up to 9 credits from previous ISU graduate coursework (with grades of B or higher) completed before formal admission to the certificate program. A minimum of 3 credits must be completed after program admission, either in the same semester or subsequent terms. We appreciate your interest in our program and Idaho State University for your advanced academic journey.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts are only required from applicants admitted to the Graduate College.
A baccalaureate degree, or equivalent from a suitably accredited college or university is required.
A statement of purpose for each major to which the applicant is applying.
A cumulative grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, or equivalent, in undergraduate work or in previous graduate work is expected.
Undergraduate degree with GPA greater than 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale)
Minimum scores for non-native English speakers: 95 IBT* (100 preferred), 587 PBT (600 preferred), 7.0 IELTS
Evidence of good oral and written English communication skills
A baccalaureate degree, or equivalent from a suitably accredited college or university is required.
A statement of purpose for each major to which the applicant is applying.
A cumulative grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, or equivalent, in undergraduate work or in previous graduate work is expected.
Undergraduate degree with GPA greater than 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale)
Minimum scores for non-native English speakers: 95 IBT* (100 preferred), 587 PBT (600 preferred), 7.0 IELTS
Evidence of good oral and written English communication skills
Tuition
USD
15,511