Designed to provide students with substantial content & pedagogical knowledge, the English Teacher Certification program offered at Western Illinois University prepares students for a lifelong career in teaching. Our goal is to help students develop habits of critical, reflective, and creative thinking.
Courses cover a variety of genres & historical periods, ethnicities and cultures.
Possible Careers
- English Teacher
- High School Language Arts Teacher
- Middle School Language Arts Teacher
Why Choose English Education at WIU?
WIU's program also gives students opportunities to become confident and skilled writers in traditional and non-traditional modes, and promotes a comprehensive language arts curriculum, which includes technology, visual arts, drama, and film.
WIU's progressive program also promotes the teaching and learning of 21st Century literacies.
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Requirements:
- Applicants should have completed an US high school equivalent
- Submit high school transcripts and diploma
- Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or equivalent
- Submitting SAT/ACT score is optional
- Submit English Language Proficiency test scores
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL: minimum 73 in ibt;
- IELTS: minimum 6.0
- Duolingo: minimum 105
- PTE: minimum 49
Scores Required
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