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TESOL: How to Apply
Your path into TRU's TESOL program.
How much will it cost? Undergraduate costs apply for both domestic and international students.
Speakers whose primary language is not English or who studied post-secondary outside of Canada may need to provide proof of language competency. Refer to Admission Requirements for more information.
The online application process is easy and if you need any assistance, please let us know — we're happy to help.
After TESOL has received your application, you will be contacted to complete a short informational interview. We encourage you to apply early to ensure class space is available, particularly for the practicum.
Domestic Students
Current Degree Holder
Before applying, please contact the program coordinator at tesolcoordinator@tru.ca.
Then, apply online through Education Planner BC.
Once you create a profile and select Thompson Rivers University, under "Program Selection", choose the following fields:
Request permission from the TESOL coordinator to take TESL courses. Email tesolcoordinator@tru.ca
Without formal approval, you will be not be able to register for TESL courses while in a non-TESOL program.
Degree in Progress - not a TRU student
If you have a degree in progress from any Canadian University, you can take TESOL Courses.
Apply for individual courses through Education Planner BC.
Once you create a profile and select Thompson Rivers University, under "Program Selection", choose the following fields:
Category: Undergraduate – Bachelor, Post-Baccalaureate...
Campus: Kamloops
Semester: Pick the semester in which you intend to take courses
Credential Type: Unclassified Program
Program: Undergraduate Unclassified
Disclaimer:
- These are for on-campus, face-to-face courses ONLY.
- To receive the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Certificate, you must apply and be admitted to the TESOL program upon degree completion and have completed all the required TESOL courses.
International Students
Current Degree Holder
Contact the TESOL Coordinator for questions on how to apply to program, tesolcoordinator@tru.ca
Note: An IBT (Internet Based TOEFL) score of 88 with minimum score of 20 in each area or IELTS academic 6.5+ with a minimum score of 6.5 in each area is needed.
Degree in Progress
Contact the TESOL Coordinator for questions on how to take individual classes at tesolcoordinator@tru.ca
Note: An IBT (Internet Based TOEFL) score of 88 with minimum score of 20 in each area or IELTS academic 6.5+ with a minimum score of 6.5 in each area is needed.
Questions?
Hilda Freimuth
TESOL Coordinator
tesolcoordinator@tru.ca
250-371-5682
