Dual Language Education (Z149)

Graduate Certificate Program
College of Education

ABSTRACT

The Dual Language Education graduate certificate will prepare educators to teach and lead in dual language pK-12 schools (which include bilingual and immersion language programs). Coursework is designed following the National Dual Language Education Teacher Preparation Standards to meet teaching and learning goals in the following areas: (1) bilingualism and biliteracy, (2) academic achievement, and (3) critical sociocultural competence. 

CONTACT

Kay Moon
Coordinator for Graduate Admissions and Student Services
Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy, and Leadership
2311A Benjamin Building
3942 Campus Drive
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.3118
Fax: 301.314.9055
Email: tlpl-admissions@umd.edu

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

  • Letter of Recommendation (1)
  • CV/Resume 
Type of Applicant Fall Deadline Spring Deadline
Domestic Applicants
US Citizens and Permanent Residents August 1, 2025 N/A
International Applicants
F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants N/A N/A