ESL Supplemental Certificate
Become One of Your School’s Most Valuable Assets
As society continues to globalize, teachers encounter an increasing number of non-English speaking students in schools. With a supplemental ESL certificate from University of Houston-Clear Lake, you’re able to help foreign students grasp English more quickly, keep up with their classes, and integrate into your school’s culture. This supplemental certificate will give you the foundation to augment your skills and increase your value in your school as an ESL educator.
Expand Your Career Options
UHCL leads Texas in teacher preparation. With the supplement, you have even more options to achieve professional success. As a UHCL graduate, you’ll have the benefit of our partnerships with area school districts and all the skills you need to excel in your profession.
Admission Requirements
UHCL’s College of Education would love to have you join us. Find out today what it takes to apply.
Cost Information
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Deadlines for Applying
- Graduate Deadlines
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FallNew Degree-Seeking Students - August 1
Returning UHCL Students - August 15 -
SpringNew Degree-Seeking Students - January 5
Returning UHCL Students - January 15 -
SummerNew Degree-Seeking Students - May 1
Returning UHCL Students - May 25
Please note, some graduate programs have special deadlines and requirements. For more information, go to How to Apply as a Graduate Student. The online application is scheduled to close for Graduate students after the Formal UHCL Student deadline of each semester.
Applying After the Priority Deadline
New, non-degree seeking, and returning UHCL students applying after the deadlines above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information. A $50.00 Late Registration Fee or $50.00 Late Payment may apply.
Review the UHCL Academic Calendar for registration and payment dates and deadlines.
- International Deadlines
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Fall
Priority Deadline - May 1
Extended Deadline - June 1 -
Spring
Deadline - October 1
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Summer*
Deadline - April 1
For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.
Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
Accreditations and Distinctions
The College of Education is accredited by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC).
We've earned national recognition for accomplishment and innovation, including the Christa McAuliffe Award for Excellence in Teacher Education.
ESL Supplemental Certificate Faculty
Leslie Gauna
Assistant Professor of Studies in Language and Culture,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3576
Email: gauna@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1325
Judith Márquez
Professor of Studies in Language and Culture,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3591
Email: marquez@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1325
Laurie Weaver
Program Director and Professor of Studies in Language and Culture,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3584
Email: weaver@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1325