When applying to the World Language Teacher Graduate Certificate program, you will need to submit several documents for review.
- Online application
- Application fee of $50
- Successful completion of Georgia Assessment for the Certification of Educators (GACE) foreign language content exam or ACTFL OPI
- Resume (upload with the application)
- Goal statement (upload with application – statement should describe interest in teaching and background experiences in the target language use –study abroad, family connections, travel or favorite coursework)
- Two letters of recommendation (identify your recommenders on the application); (a) an academic professional letter, (b) a letter from someone who can evaluate the applicant’s personal qualifications, experience and background considering the potential to work successfully with students at the P-12 levels or (c) a letter from a current work supervisor (if applicable)
- Official transcript: minimum 2.5 undergraduate GPA required for admission
- submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended either electronically to [email protected] or by mailing directly to Georgia State University | Office of Graduate Admissions | P.O. Box 4018 Atlanta, GA 30302
- To meet certification requirements in Georgia, you will also need to complete the Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment prior to program admission. Visit the Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment or information and how to register for the assessment.
- Certification only
- Certification with master’s
- Masters without certification
