Teaching English as a Second or Other Language (MA)

The M.A. TESOL degree is designed to impart in students the skills necessary to teach English to non-native speakers in a variety of educational contexts, including, but not limited to, public and private schools in the United States and abroad, language schools, corporate training, and immigrant and refugee resettlement agencies. As the United States continues to experience an increase in language diversity, there are many opportunities for teaching English; additionally opportunities for teaching English in other countries are numerous and as English continues to be the preferred language for many professions and a requirement in many foreign school systems, beginning as early as primary school. A master's degree in teaching English as a second or other language (TESOL) is the degree of choice for overseas employment. Methodologies for all types of teaching situations are integrated into the curriculum, as well as strategies for teaching students of all ages. The program consists of 6 core courses for 18 credits, with students having the ability to pursue an additional 4 courses in a specialization track, and 4 elective courses for a total of 36 credits. The degree program is offered over three semesters and can be completed within 18 months (full-time).