Application Process
TESOL

MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING
TESOL
Admissions Requirements:

• Complete the On-line Graduate Application.
  Please note: If you are applying for the spring semester, you MUST already have an ESOL endorsement on your clear, renewable teaching certificate in order to be considered.
  
  
  

• Obtain and submit official transcripts from EACH college attended. Official transcripts are those in a university sealed envelope. Your transcripts should reflect at least a Bachelor's degree with at least a 2.75 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
  
  
  

• Obtain and submit a paper copy of your GRE (General) or MAT score.
  Make sure your official results are sent to KSU upon completion
  (School Code: 5359). Although there is not a minimum score, your GRE or MAT scores will be considered in the competitive review process.
  For more information on the GRE, please refer to www.ets.org.
  For more information on the MAT, please refer to www.harcourtassessment.com
  
  
  
  
• Obtain and submit passing scores on GACE (Basic Skills Assessment) (Reading, Writing, and Mathematics) required in Georgia.
  Test results should be sent directly to KSU (School Code: 420).  Additionally, please send a copy of your score report in your packet.
  
  Exams: Students may exempt GACE Basic Skills Testing if they meet any of the following minimum scores:
  1. ACT: at least 43 (English & Math)
  2. GRE: at least 1030 (Verbal & Quantitative)
  3. SAT: at least 1000 (Verbal & Quantitative)
  
  
  
• Obtain and submit TWO Letters of Recommendation that address
  your success in teaching and ability for success in graduate degree studies.
  These recommendations should be on school or business letterhead.
  
  
  
• Obtain and submit a Professional Statement (directions provided in form)
  documenting education, teaching experience, record of leadership, and
  service to the professional community.
  
  
  
• Obtain and submit a Professional Resume.
  
  
  
• Obtain and submit a Criminal Background Check Form. Each applicant must submit a signed Criminal History Consent Form so that a background check can be conducted by Kennesaw State University (downloadable form provided above).
  
  
  
• Interviews may be a part of the admissions review process. Candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted by the Admission Review Committee.
  
  
  
• It is advisable for candidates to be employed, at least part time, in a P-12 setting that includes English Language Learners.
  
  
  
• International Applicants Only
  Please link to this page for additional admission requirements.
  

When you have obtained all additional materials above,
please submit all materials in ONE package to:

Kennesaw State University
Office of Graduate Admissions
Box 9109
1000 Chastain Road
Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591

Only completed application packets
will be considered for admissions

For more information you may contact
the Office of Graduate Studies in Education at
770-423-6043 or send us an email.
We are located in Kennesaw Hall Room 3026.