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TESOL 2027 Registration Information
We are so excited to see you at TESOL 2027 in Houston, Texas, a vibrant, global city and a great place to celebrate English language teaching from around the world!
Registration for TESOL 2027 is opening soon. In the meantime, please find important information on this page about registration prices and policies.
All prices listed below are in U.S. dollars and per registration.
Group registration rates will be available for groups of 5 or more registrations from the same institution. For group registrations of 11 or more, please contact conventions@tesol.org to learn about additional benefits.
Individual Registration Prices
Advance registration ends on 15 February 2027.
| Registration Type* | Advance Registration Price | Regular Registration Price |
|---|---|---|
| TESOL Member - Standard | $405 | $605 |
| TESOL Member - Reduced | $235 | $435 |
| Nonmember | $650 | $850 |
*The member rate is determined by the membership type. Early, Mid-, and Post-Career members in Tiers 1 and 2 pay the standard rate. Pre-Career members and members in Tiers 3 and 4 pay the reduced rate. TESOL's tiers are based on World Bank income groups. To find your tier, refer to this alphabetical list of countries.
Group Registration Prices
A group is five or more registrants from the same institution. Price is for each group member. You will need at least five registrants to start the group registration. You can add more registrants to your group throughout the registration period. Payment can be received in full for the group or individually for each group member. Advance registration ends on 15 February 2027.
| Registration Type* | Advance Registration Price | Regular Registration Price |
|---|---|---|
| TESOL Member - Standard | $365 | $565 |
| TESOL Member - Reduced | $205 | $405 |
| Nonmember | $565 | $765 |
*The member rate is determined by the membership type. Early, Mid-, and Post-Career members in Tiers 1 and 2 pay the standard rate. Pre-Career members and members in Tiers 3 and 4 pay the reduced rate. TESOL's tiers are based on World Bank income groups. To find your tier, refer to this alphabetical list of countries.
Payment Methods
Registration is opening soon!
TESOL offers registration online. Because of potential errors in credit card transcription, TESOL does not offer registration by phone. Registrants can select to pay by credit card, check, or purchase order to complete the online registration.
You should receive a confirmation via email immediately after you register online. Please add TESOL@showcare.com to your safe senders list to ensure that you get your confirmation and other convention emails.
If you do not receive confirmation, please contact Showcare Event Solutions:
- Phone: 514.380.9364 (International)
- +1 866.654.4049 (Toll free in U.S. & Canada)
- Email: TESOL@showcare.com
Checks are accepted as a form of online payment until 22 February 2027. Checks should be selected as a form of payment during the online registration process.
Checks should be payable and mailed to:
TESOL International Association
1925 Ballenger Avenue, Suite 550
Alexandria, VA 22314 USA
TESOL reserves the right to cancel registration if payment is not received/postmarked by 1 March 2027.
Purchase orders are accepted as a form of payment until 8 March 2027. Purchase orders must be submitted at the time of registration. They will be invoiced within 2 business days of receipt. Registrants registering with a purchase order should forward invoices to and follow up with their employer to ensure timely payment. Full payment must be received by 31 March 2027.
Purchase orders should be submitted during the online registration process and/or emailed to conventions@tesol.org. Purchase orders are not accepted as a form of payment for on-site registration.
To request TESOL's W-9, please email conventions@tesol.org.
TESOL reserves the right to cancel registration if the purchase order document is not received/submitted with registration. TESOL also reserves the right to deny a purchase order from an employer/institution that TESOL could not collect payment for the past events. Registrants will be contacted if their purchase order was denied by TESOL.
For wire transfer instructions, please email conventions@tesol.org.
Refunds & Other Policies
Please read all instructions and policies carefully before registering for the TESOL International Convention & Expo. By completing registration for the convention, you consent to abide by the policies outlined below. Any questions about policies should be addressed to conventions@tesol.org.
Refunds are not issued on site. You must request a refund in writing, and it must be received by 12 February 2027. A US$75 processing fee will be deducted from your refund. No refund will be granted after the deadline.
Fees for the following are nonrefundable:
- Preconvention Institutes (PCIs)
- ELT Leadership Management Certificate Program
- TESOL membership dues
Send refund requests via email to conventions@tesol.org.
Substitutions will be permitted only for individuals registered as part of a group whose registration was paid in full using a single form of payment (check, purchase order, or credit card). No refunds will be provided in cases where the substitute’s registration category carries a lower fee. If the substitute’s registration category carries a higher fee, the group will be responsible for paying the difference.
All substitution requests must be submitted to conventions@tesol.org no later than 1 March 2027.
TESOL reserves the right to cancel any events because of low registration or events beyond TESOL's control. In the unlikely event of cancellation, registrants will be notified and offered the option to switch to a different event or receive a full refund.
Accessibility & Accommodations
TESOL is committed to providing an enjoyable, engaging, and accessible experience for all TESOL 2027 attendees. It is TESOL's policy to hold events, meetings, programs, and conventions where attendees with disabilities feel welcome and are able to participate fully.
When registering for TESOL 2027, there will be a section during the registration process where attendees can request accommodations. If you would like to request additional accommodations or ask questions about the accessibility of the event, the convention center, or our hotel block, please email access@tesol.org.
TESOL does not require proof of disability or a doctor's note for accommodations and will not ask about personal medical information.
We will provide more details about convention center accessibility after registration opens.
Attendee Waiver
By registering to attend the TESOL 2027 International Convention & Expo, you expressly agree to adhere to TESOL’s code of conduct and any and all protocols implemented by TESOL International Association, any facilities or venues at which the convention is to be held, or any third-party organizations providing services, recreation, or entertainment at the convention. Agreement by you to comply with applicable protocols and code of conduct is a condition of your attendance at TESOL 2027.
If you have questions about this waiver, please contact TESOL Events at conventions@tesol.org.
As a TESOL 2027 attendee in Houston, Texas, USA, I acknowledge and agree to the following:
- I agree to participate in and abide by all safety protocols implemented on-site by TESOL International Association. I agree to comply with the Texas Department of Health and Human Services issued medical directives. For more information, visit their website: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/
- I agree NOT to attend the convention if I am experiencing or exhibiting any contagious symptoms as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath. For a list of symptoms, please visit the CDC website.
- I acknowledge the contagious and evolving nature of contagious diseases and voluntarily assume any and all risk as a result of my attendance at TESOL 2027. I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any expense, liability, illness, injury, disability or death during or after the convention. In consideration of my registration for and attendance at TESOL 2027, I hereby irrevocably and forever release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless TESOL International Association and each of its affiliated partners and sponsors, including without limitation, their respective directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from all claims arising out of or connected to my attendance at TESOL 2027. I understand and agree that this release of liability includes any claims against TESOL International Association, as well as conference personnel or representatives, whether an infection occurrence occurs before, during, or after attendance and participation at the convention.
- I agree NOT to attend the convention if I have become recently exposed to a person or animal with a positive and confirmed case of COVID-19, or if I have experienced any symptoms associated with COVID-19 within the past 14 days.
- TESOL reserves the right to cancel any events because of low registration or events beyond TESOL's control. In the unlikely event of cancellation, registrants will be notified and offered the option to switch to a different event or receive a full refund.
- Consent to Use of Recorded Images and Audio. By registering, attending, or participating in meetings and other activities sponsored by TESOL International Association, you agree to allow TESOL International Association to record, reproduce, and distribute your image or voice in photographs, videotapes, audiotapes, and any other methods of reproduction now and in the future.
Registration Opens Soon!
Registration for TESOL 2027 will be opening soon. Check your email inbox, follow TESOL on social media, or watch this page for announcements about registration opening.
See you in March! ❤️