TESOL Awards and Grants

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for an award or grant online?

No. Most awards allow documents to be sent via e-mail, but there is not an online application form for any award.

Do I need to include the sealed letters of recommendation with my application?
Can the letters of recommendation be sent separately?

Supporting letters of reference must be sealed by the writer and signed across the sealed flap. These letters must accompany the application. Applications that require such support may not be e-mailed or faxed.

When are the application and nomination deadlines?

All applications and nominations must be received on or before November 1, except the James E. Alatis Award for Service to TESOL, which is due September 15.

When are the awards and grants distributed to the selected recipients?

All TESOL awards and grants are recognized and allocated in an awards presentation at TESOL's annual convention. However, several awards provide travel arrangements and convention registrations and are coordinated by the TESOL Awards liaison, the recipient, and TESOL's travel agency 2 months prior to the convention. Further details on each award are provided in the award acceptance letter.

Where should the application and/or nomination be mailed?

Applications and nominations should be sent to:

TESOL
attn: Awards Committee
1925 Ballenger Avenue, Suite 550
Alexandria, VA 22314-6820 USA

If you have further questions regarding the TESOL Awards and Grants Program, please contact TESOL via e-mail at awards@tesol.org.