Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction at Sam Houston State University

    Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction at Sam Houston State University

    Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction at Sam Houston State University

    Sam Houston State University offers the Graduate Certificate of Second Language Instruction as a full-time degree delivered online at its main campus in Huntsville , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for second language instruction and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.

    About Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction

    The Second Language Instruction certificate is designed for national and international in-service teachers and educators in general who work with students learning English as a second or foreign language in elementary, secondary, university, or adult education programs. It includes training in theoretical and applied linguistics, second language teaching methodology, and the cultural aspects of language learning, teaching, and assessment.

    This Graduate Certificate is eligible to receive Title IV funding – Direct Unsubsidized Loans and Graduate PLUS loans by request. To be considered for aid, students need to submit a FAFSA.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction at Sam Houston State University

    Entry Requirements

    Transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction at Sam Houston State University

    Application Fee 90

    How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction at Sam Houston State University

    1. Complete an online application and pay the $90 non-refundable application fee.

    2. Create your SHSU Self Service Center account and upload additional application materials.
      See your program of study for specific submission deadlines.

    3. Provide a transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.

      This evaluation must be provided by a NACES accredited evaluator. SHSU only requires a summary report showing your degree converted into U.S. equivalents to verify that hours attended, and overall GPA meet admission standards.

      NACES accredited evaluators include SDR in Houston and WES. Additional NACES evaluators can be found at www.naces.org/members.

    4. Submit an English proficiency test score
      • Students who completed undergraduate or previous degree coursework at a university where English was the language of instruction, and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, may be eligible for a english proficiency waiver.
    Graduate Certificate in Second Language Instruction at Sam Houston State University
    Sam Houston State University
    Sam Houston State University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Huntsville

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