Minor in English, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

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• Why Choose English, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages?
• Careers
• Real-World Experience
• Academics and Curriculum

Why Choose English, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages?

An undergraduate minor in English can boost your employability by complementing your professional training with excellent writing, reasoning, and speaking skills and giving you the cultural capital to engage with people from all walks of life. Humanities study will enrich your personal life as well. If you enjoy reading and writing or encountering other cultures, speak to your advisor or contact the Department of English Language and Literatures to learn about our minor and certificate programs.

Careers

View the English program profile for sample occupations, average salary, and employment projections. 

Real-World Experience

An internship is required for the minor. Most students are placed in area ESL programs. Internship supervisors must have a Master of Arts degree in TESOL.

Academics and Curriculum

View the Minor in English, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages program information and requirements in the Academic Catalog.