Paul D. Coverdell Fellows
Are you a returning Peace Corps Volunteer (RPCV)? First and foremost, thank you for your service.
The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) MA graduate program is proud to partner with the Peace Corps Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program to provide returning volunteers an opportunity to expand their education.
The Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages provides students a strong foundation in language acquisition, use, and pedagogy. Students take courses in Applied Linguistics, Grammar, Assessment, Second Language Acquisition, and Methods of TESOL. Our courses are designed to prepare students to immediately step into the world of teaching ESOL here in the United States or abroad.
We strongly encourage RPCVs to apply for fall admission by the Fall priority deadline of January 15.
Fellows are prioritized for Assistantships and Fellowships.
Please upload your Peace Corps Completion of Service letter with your admission application.
Criteria
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Applicants must be a returning Peace Corps Volunteer
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Applicants must apply to the MATESOL program
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To receive full benefits, applicants must apply by the Priority Deadline set by the University
Applications
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Applicants should indicate on their MATESOL application Background Questionnaire that they are a RPCV.
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Applicants should contact Ms. Susan Jefferson and Dr. Kerry Purmensky in advance to indicate their background and interest, particularly if they missed the Priority Deadline for their application
Deadline
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To receive full benefits, applicants must apply by the Priority Deadline set by the University
Contact
Ms. Susan Jefferson, Administrative Coordinator II
Modern Languages and Literatures
TESOL MA Liaison with Peace Corps Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program
Susan.Jefferson@ucf.edu
407-823-0087
Dr. Kerry Purmensky
Director, TESOL
Kerry.Purmensky@ucf.edu