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Bachelor of Teaching English as Second Language at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) offers the Bachelor of Teaching English as Second Language as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for teaching english as second language and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 23, 2027.

About Bachelor of Teaching English as Second Language

Demand for ESL Educators

The Southeastern region of the United States has experienced very rapid growth in the past two decades. Immigrants and their families are coming to this area and adding to our communities and schools. However, there is a shortage of teachers that are prepared to work with immigrant children and the children of immigrants. North Carolina, in particular has a great need for more ESL teachers.

Small class sizes offering personal attention and guidance

Dedicated faculty with expertise in teaching English language learners

Applied learning opportunities in area classrooms

Increased marketability with this additional certification

Program can be completed in as little as one year

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Teaching English as Second Language at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Entry Requirements

Completed online application.
- Fall Deadline: April 1
- Spring Deadline: October 15
Non-refundable $80 application fee (check or money order in U.S. dollars and drawn on a U.S. bank, payable to UNCW).
Official high school (secondary school) transcript, translated into English (translation must be certified).
Translated transcripts from institutions attended beyond secondary school.
- If the applicant wishes to receive academic credit, these transcripts (unless from a U.S. institution) must be evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation service. The applicant must choose a company that belongs to the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES).
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, or Pearson Test of English score unless:
- English is applicant's native language.
- Applicant has completed 2 college-level courses in English composition at a U.S. college or university with a grade of B or higher.
- A student successfully completes Level 4 in UNCW's ESL program.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Teaching English as Second Language at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Application Fee 80

How to Apply for Bachelor of Teaching English as Second Language at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Common Application: Application option 1 for future first-year students.

UNCW Application: Application option 3 for future first-year students and students enrolling in an online accelerated program such as RN to BSN or RRT to BSRT.

Bachelor of Teaching English as Second Language at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen