Apply for the Online ESOL Endorsement

Program Description

ESOL Endorsement 
For licensed teachers seeking to add the endorsement in English to Speakers of Other Languages to their Oregon teaching license.  
 

Admissions Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
  • From an accredited college or university.
• Teaching License  
• GPA
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75, or 3.0 in at least eight semester hours of graduate study.
• Completed GradCAS Application: Your online application will also include transcripts, two references, a résumé, and a TSPC character questionnaire.

How to Apply

Step 1: Create a GradCAS Account  

Pacific University uses the GradCAS online system to process ESOL Endorsement applications. Be sure to select the correct application link based on your intended start.  

Summer 2026

Fall 2026

Step 2: Prepare and Upload the Following in GradCAS

• Transcripts
  • Official transcripts ordered and sent to GradCAS from all colleges/universities attended.
  • For international coursework, a course-by-course evaluation is required through WES or ECE.
  • Evaluations must be sent to GradCAS by the application deadline.
• Two References
  • Contact information for two people who can speak to your ability to work with PreK–12 students.  They will be emailed a form to fill out.
• Résumé, which should include:
  • Employment history
  • Licenses or certifications
  • Experience with school-age children or youth
  • Education background
• TSPC Character Questionnaire
  • Required for all applicants.
• English Language Proficiency
  • A satisfactory command of the English language is required. Applies to all non-native English speakers, including U.S. permanent residents and citizens.
• Application Fee: $38 (non-refundable)