Education B.S. with Core Subjects 4-8 and ESL Supplemental
The demand for English as a Second Language teachers in schools continues to rise as more English language learners enroll in US schools each year. Your Bachelor of Science in Education with Core Subjects 4-8 from University of Houston-Clear Lake will prepare you to educate children in grades 4-8, but you'll be equipped to do so much more with your ESL supplemental certification. Students of all ages and linguistic backgrounds are in need of additional support to master the English language to ensure their academic success in school. Your degree will give you the knowledge, skills and dispositions to effectively teach this student population.
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
We provide various services to students and alumni including:
- Career Exploration and Career Counseling
- Resume and Cover Letter Assistance
- Mock Interviews
- Career Networking Events, Job Fairs and Workshops
- On-Campus Interviews
- Clothing for interviews and other job-related events via the Career Closet
- Jobs4Hawks Resources
Career Services Can Partner with Faculty and Staff
Faculty members can request a classroom presentation from one of our career counselors. Topics include writing effective cover letters and resumes, interviewing skills, and career assessments such as StrengthFinder test, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and the Strong Interest Inventory.
Career Services can also coordinate with alumni and industry professionals in order to facilitate a classroom visit. These visits can range from employer-led lectures to discussions on current industry trends and professional development tips.
PSW Opportunity
3 Years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
If you were born or educated in a country where English is not the native language, you must demonstrate English proficiency prior to admission. You can meet this requirement by taking the paper or internet TOEFL exam, Intensive English Language Test (IELTS) exam, Pearson Test of English (PTE) or by successfully completing the ELS Intensive English Language program.
Your minimum scores must be:
550 on the paper-based TOEFL exam;
79 on the TOEFL (iBT) exam;
6.0 on the IELTS exam, 53 on the PTE exam; or,
You can successfully complete level 112 in the ELS Intensive English Language program.
SAT/ACT Scores
Your official SAT or ACT scores should be sent to the Office of International Admissions & Programs directly from the testing agency. UHCL’s SAT code is 6916. UHCL’s ACT code is 4171.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
144008 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 75 USD
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