General Information

The Four Week Intensive (12 Credits) is designed for individuals who are able to study full-time for one month.

S-TESL offers the Four Week Intensive eleven times per year. Intensive yearly schedule.

Classes meet from 9:00am-3:00pm, Monday-Friday for four weeks.

Four classes are included in the Intensive: EPDES 930, 931, 932, and 933. All four weeks must be taken as a unit.

Upon completion, with a 3.0 GPA, students may apply for the Seattle University Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in TESOL.

Under certain guidelines, credits earned may be applied to the ELL Endorsement and/or protected for graduate status.

Is Intensive Right for Me?

When considering an Intensive format, thinking about the following statements may help you determine if this format suits you:

• I am in good mental and physical health.
• I like a fast-paced environment.
• I will not be working during the time I intend to study in an intensive class.
• I have good organizational skills (including time management).
• I can remain calm under pressure and handle stressful situations in a professional manner.
• I have reliable access to a computer and printer, and have basic computer skills.
• I have the support of my family and/or friends.
• I am able to attend evening observations as required.
• I am able to commit to the full four-week schedule, which requires being in class from 9:00 until 3:00 daily.
• I understand that there are from three to six hours of required homework each day (including weekends).

Should you wish to discuss the intensive format in more detail, please email the School of TESL Director, Bernice Ege-Zavala at bezavala@seattleu.edu

Intensive Schedule

The Four Week Intensive is offered eleven times per year. Please see the yearly schedule for start dates.

Register for the Four Week Intensive

Registration procedures can be found in our admissions section.