Admission and Application

A bachelor's degree is required for entry to the MA TESOL program, though exceptions can be made in extraordinary circumstances. Teaching experience (typically 1-2 years) and or/completion of a TESL Certificate similar to that offered by TWU is also highly recommended. If necessary, students lacking sufficient background may be allowed to take supplementary courses during their first semesters of the masters program. Other factors which may enhance a candidate's application include: teaching experience, overseas experience, additional languages studied and a clear statement of purpose for entering the program.

Application Process

Applicants who wish to apply for financial aid should have their applications completed no later than March 1st prior to the July session. Initial admitting will be completed by March 15. Later applications will be considered if space is available. There is at this time only one entry point into the program, in July 9th (online) or September 4th (RMT). In special circumstances, part-time or special admission may be awarded at other times during the academic year.

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Transfer Credit

You must take at least 24 of the 36 required semester hours of course work at Trinity Western University. To be eligible for transfer credit, you must have completed courses at the graduate level at other accredited universities with a grade of at least B. The Director of the M.A. TESOL program may grant transfer credit upon entry if you have already completed equivalent courses elsewhere. 

Fee and Payment Information

To obtain current information regarding program fees, please visit the Enrolment Services website.

Scholarships

Two Dean's Award entry scholarships of $5,000 are available for both online and resident programs. Additional financial aid is also available. Submit your application by March 31st at the latest to be eligible for scholarships and financial aid. Preliminary decisions in the Residential program, however, will be made February 28.  Therefore it is recommended to submit before this date.

Information for Non-Native English Language Speakers

All applicants who do not have English as their native or primary language must submit a TOEFL score of 620 or equivalent. The M.A. TESOL program requires a high level of English language skill. Students who do not have requisite English skill may be required to enroll in a pre-academic English program prior to being accepted into the regular program. (For information on qualifying contact the MATESOL Program Coordinator, Cynthia Caswell.)