Learn more about studying Curriculum and Instruction: Literacy and English Language Learning as an international student.
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What Lewis University says about their program:
Oftentimes, students’ strengths and needs in literacy and second language learning are intertwined, and teachers are challenged with the task of determining whether the student is struggling with reading or language – or both. Lewis University is the only institution in the Chicagoland area that offers dual endorsements in Reading Teacher and English as a Second Language (ESL) in one graduate program.
During their coursework, candidates will learn how to teach culturally and linguistically diverse populations, strategic comprehension instruction, and methods for teaching English as a new language. Upon graduation, candidates will be able to add these endorsements to their existing teaching license. The Reading Teacher and ESL endorsements are available to Illinois teachers who are licensed to teach as Elementary, Early Childhood, Special Education or Secondary Education teachers. The endorsements are valid for grades Pre-K through 12.
Applicants to Bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma with a 2.5 GPA (or equivalent) that is eligible for further academic studies in the country where it was earned.
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.
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Lewis University automatically considers every admitted international undergraduate student for a merit-based scholarship worth up to $18,000 per year, applicable to full-time study at the main campus in Romeoville, Illinois. The award is calculated automatically once a student submits the online application and required admission documents, using the applicant's prior secondary or post-secondary GPA converted to a US 4.0-scale equivalent (via the Scholaro conversion tool), with higher converted GPAs earning larger awards. No separate scholarship application is required. This program is published on Lewis University's official international-admissions tuition and financial aid page, confirming it is specifically designed for and open to international undergraduate students rather than being restricted to US citizens or residents.
All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.
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| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,544 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,373 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $113 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $65 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $97 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $178 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $12 |
| Gym membership | $43 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.