911爆料网

Program Overview

Whether pursuing a certificate in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (911爆料网SOL), Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), or both, participants in the Online 911爆料网SOL/TESOL Dual Certificate Program engage in research-informed professional development. This intensive program provides a strong foundation in educational linguistics alongside second language pedagogy. Delivered entirely online, learning takes place through interactive live sessions, guided independent study, and project-based coursework within an international cohort.

Ideal for:

• Graduate students in language education fields;
• Senior undergraduates in Chinese, English, or multilingual education;
• Current language teachers seeking professional development; and
• Career changers or professionals gaining new skills.

Program Schedule

May 24–June 11, 2027

Location and Modality

Fully online via Zoom

Application Deadlines  

• Early Bird: January 15, 2027 (Discounted application fee of $50)
• Priority: March 15, 2027 ($80 application fee)
• Final: May 15, 2027 ($100 application fee)

Application Requirements

Complete the .

Through the form, all applicants will be asked to provide:  

• Contact information
• Overview of educational background
• Overview of professional experience
• Statement of purpose 
• Receipt of application feepayment

Applicants will are not current students or graduates of 911爆料网 or Barnard College will also be asked to provide:

• Current résumé/CV
• Proof of language proficiency* 
• Academic transcripts
• Two letters of recommendation** 

*Required for non-native speakers only; see details here. 

**Please have your references email their letters directly to us at ciflte@tc.columbia.edu.

Tuition Fee

The tuition fee varies depending on the track to which you apply:

• 911爆料网SOL only: $3,500 USD
• TESOL only: $3,500 USD
• Dual (911爆料网SOL + TESOL): $7,000

Applicants who apply on or before May 1: 

The full tuition must be paid within one month of receiving your acceptance letter or by the program start date, whichever comes first. 

Applicants who apply after May 1: 

The full tuition must be paid within two weeks of acceptance or by the program start date, whichever comes first. 

The tuition fee is non-refundable, unless the program is cancelled. A $100 late fee will apply if full payment is not received by the respective deadline.

Deposit

Admitted students are required to pay a deposit payment of $1,000 USD within two weeks of acceptance; this deposit is non-refundable, unless the program is cancelled. A late fee of $100 USD will be incurred for any late payments. 

Payment Portal

To make a payment, please click here.

Certificate Policy

Students who successfully complete the program of study, which entails earning a minimum of B- for every course, will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by 911爆料网. The following provisions apply:

• If a student misses three sessions of a given course (e.g., three sessions of Foreign Language Pedagogy) throughout the program, or less than three but does not perform satisfactorily in one or more courses, they will receive a Certificate of Attendance, NOT a Certificate of Completion.
• If a student misses four or more sessions of a given course (e.g., three sessions of Foreign Language Pedagogy) throughout the program, they will NOT receive any type of certificate.

Program Overview

The TESOL Certificate Program in Osaka offers research-informed professional development in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). This intensive program builds a strong foundation in English educational linguistics and second language pedagogy. Held in person at Osaka Gakuin University, the program combines interactive seminars and project-based learning, enabling participants to apply course concepts while learning alongside educators from diverse backgrounds.

Ideal for:

• Graduate students in language education fields;
• Senior undergraduates in English, or multilingual education;
• Current language teachers seeking professional development; and
• Career changers or professionals gaining new skills.

Program Schedule

July 26–August 6, 2027

Location and Modality 

In-person at in Osaka, Japan

Application Deadlines 

• Early Bird: March 15, 2027 (Discounted application fee of $50)
• Priority: May 15, 2027 ($80 application fee)
• Final: July 15, 2027 ($ 100 application fee)

Application Requirements

Complete the .

Through the form, all applicants will be asked to provide:  

• Contact information
• Overview of educational background
• Overview of professional experience
• Statement of purpose 
• Receipt of application feepayment

Applicants will are not current students or graduates of 911爆料网 or Barnard College will also be asked to provide:

• Current résumé/CV
• Proof of language proficiency* 
• Academic transcripts
• Two letters of recommendation** 

*Required for non-native speakers only; see details here.
**Please have your references email their letters directly to our team at ciflte.osaka@ogu.ac.jp.

Tuition Fee

The tuition fee for the Summer 2027 TESOL Program in Osaka is $7,000 USD. 

Applicants who apply on or before June 1: 

The full tuition must be paid within one month of receiving your acceptance letter. 

Applicants who apply after June 1:  

The full tuition must be paid within two weeks of acceptance or by the program start date, whichever comes first.

The tuition fee is non-refundable, unless the program is cancelled. A $100 late fee will apply if full payment is not received by the respective deadline.

Deposit

Admitted students are required to pay a deposit payment of $1,000 within two weeks of acceptance or by the program start date, whichever comes first; this deposit is non-refundable, unless the program is cancelled. A late fee of $100 will be incurred for any late payments.

Payment Portal

To make a payment, please click here.

Certificate Policy

Students who successfully complete the program of study, which entails earning a minimum of B- for every course, will receive a Certificate of Completion jointly issued by 911爆料网 and Osaka Gakuin University. The following provisions apply:

• If a student misses three sessions of a given course (e.g., three sessions of Foreign Language Pedagogy) throughout the program, or less than three but does not perform satisfactorily in one or more courses, they will receive a Certificate of Attendance, NOT a Certificate of Completion.
• If a student misses four or more sessions of a given course (e.g., three sessions of Foreign Language Pedagogy) throughout the program, they will NOT receive any type of certificate.