Bachelor of Science in Education with Core Subjects EC-6 and ESL Supplemental
Guide English Language Learners to Academic Success
The demand for English as a Second Language teachers in early elementary grades continues to rise as children who speak a language besides English in their homes increases annually. Students of all ages and linguistic backgrounds are in need of additional help to master the English language to ensure their academic success in school. Your Bachelor of Science in Education with Core Subjects EC-6 and ESL Supplemental from University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Education will equip you to meet this growing demand and support students as they gain the skills they need to succeed in U.S. schools and in their community.
Enter the Classroom with Confidence and Compassion
UHCL understands that teaching students a new language while also teaching them content in a language they do not fully understand requires special skills and training. Your coursework will guide you through the theory and techniques you'll need to be the most effective teacher possible for English language learners. The College of Education (COE) offers a wide choice of specialized graduate and undergraduate plans that allow you to tailor your course of study to your future teaching setting. This flexibility gives you a host of options when it comes to planning your career.
Admission Requirements
UHCL’s College of Education would love to have you join us. Find out today what it takes to apply.
Degree Requirements
Ready to learn about the classes you need to take to earn your degree from the College of Education at University of Houston-Clear Lake? Find out all you need to know about the required course work, complete with options for electives.
Bachelor of Science in Education with Core Subjects EC-6 and ESL Supplemental
Cost Information
UHCL’s College of Education would love to have you join us. Find out today what it takes to apply.
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Deadlines for Applying
- Freshman Deadlines
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Fall
Priority - July 15
Final - August 1 -
Spring
Priority - November 1
Final - December 1 -
Summer
Priority - March 1
Final (Summer Session I & II) - May 1
- Transfer Deadlines
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Spring 2023Priority - December 1
Final - January 9
Returning UHCL Students - January 11 -
Summer 2023Priority - May 1
Final (Summer Session I) - May 24
Final (Summer Session II) - June 30 -
Fall 2023Priority - August 1
Final - August 14
Returning UHCL Students - August 16
- International Deadlines
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Fall
Final Deadline - April 1
Document Deadline - April 15
Early Deadline - February 4 (Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science)
Document Deadline - February 15 -
Spring
Final Deadline - October 1
Document Deadline - October 15
Early Deadline - August 1 (Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science)
Document Deadline - August 15 -
Summer*
Final Deadline - March 1
Document Deadline - March 15
Early Deadline - February 4 (Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science)
Document Deadline - February 15
For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.
Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
UH-Clear Lake at Pearland
1200 Pearland Pkwy
Pearland, Texas 77581
Phone: 281-212-1700
Since 2010, University of Houston-Clear Lake at Pearland has proudly served as an upper-level institution serving juniors, seniors, and graduate students in fields like business and behavioral science.
Accreditations and Distinctions
The College of Education is accredited by the State Board for Educator Certification/Texas Education Agency.
We’ve earned national recognition for accomplishment and innovation, including the Christa McAuliffe Award for Excellence in Teacher Education.
Bachelor of Science in Education with Core Subjects EC-6 and ESL Supplemental Faculty

Suzanne Brown
Department Chair and Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3536
Email: browns@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1119

Kent Divoll
Doctoral Program Director and Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3634
Email: divoll@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1119

Leslie Gauna
Assistant Professor of Studies in Language and Culture,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3576
Email: gauna@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1325

Judith Márquez
Professor of Studies in Language and Culture,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3591
Email: marquez@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1325

Heather Pule
Assistant Professor of Literacy, Language Arts, and Literature,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3577
Email: pule@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1325
Roberta Raymond
Program Director and Associate Professor of Literacy, Language Arts, and Literature
Studies Program,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3593
Email: raymond@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1325

Debra Shulsky
Program Director and Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3607
Email: shulsky@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1119

Carol Waters
Assistant Professor, STEM,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3503
Email: WatersC@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou 1119

Laurie Weaver
Program Director and Professor of Studies in Language and Culture,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3584
Email: weaver@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou Suite 1325

Omah M. Williams-Duncan
Associate Professor of Teacher Education - STEM Emphasis,
Education
Contact number: 281-283-3547
Email: duncano@uhcl.edu
Office: B1119-4