ESL Degree

Professionals who elect to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) is a field of study focused on teaching the English language to individuals with a different native language. The priority order in the name ESL is only intended to address the chronological order in which the languages were acquired not the importance of either language. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer esl degrees.

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette

3050 Martin Luther King Dr, Shreveport, LA

University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a public institution located in Lafayette, LA and provides a large number of degree programs for students. UL has an annual student enrollment of over 17,000.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Engineering Technology

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to UL score in-between 20 to 24 on the ACT exam. Roughly 70% of all students that applied were admitted at University of Louisiana at Lafayette, with 50% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at University of Louisiana at Lafayette varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $5,400 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $15,000 annually. University of Louisiana at Lafayette may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The UL "Ragin' Cajuns" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)

Students can visit the University of Louisiana at Lafayette website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Career Options for Graduates

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to kindergarten students. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification.

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Description

Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).