Binghamton University
MA TESOL
Format: In-person, campus
Length: Three semesters
Credit hours: 33 credits
Binghamton University’s MA TESOL program offers a 33-credit curriculum in three semesters including fieldwork, practicum, and a capstone project. The program provides an international practicum experience through the EPIK Plus program in Korea. Binghamton University, New York’s top-ranked public university, offers diverse education and renowned research opportunities.
www.binghamton.edu/tlel/academics/masters-degrees/non-certification/tesol.html
Biola University
MA in TESOL, certificate in TESOL, MA in P–12 Multilingual, Multicultural Education
Format: The TESOL MA and certificate are offered both online and in person at the La Mirada, California, campus. The MA in M&M education is fully online.
Length: MA TESOL, 1½ years; TESOL certificate, one year; MA M&M education, 1½ years
Credit hours: MA TESOL, 36 credit units (students with extensive equivalent undergraduate coursework in TESOL may qualify for an accelerated master’s); certificate in TESOL, 21 credit units; MA M&M education, 30 credit units
The MA TESOL uniquely incorporates required courses both in teaching English grammar and vocabulary and in ethics, values, and intercultural communication. Specializations include elementary ESL/EFL and teaching young learners. The MA in M&M education may be completed in conjunction with any California teaching credential and/or Spanish Bilingual Authorization.
www.biola.edu/degrees/g/tesol-ma
Brock University
MA Applied Linguistics/TESL
Format: Campus
Length: Thesis (TESL and general): 24 months; major research paper (MRP): twelve months; course-based: twelve months
Credit hours: Thesis: 2 credits min. (4 courses) + thesis; MRP: 4 credits (8 courses) + MRP; course-based: 5 credits (10 courses)
Prepare for work as a TESL/TESOL/TEFL instructor in North America or abroad, or to continue on to a PhD. Research and course-based options. Topical, interactive courses. English language supports. Strong links with professional associations. Faculty with extensive international teaching experience, and active research programs. Join them in beautiful Niagara, Canada.
https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-linguistics/graduate-program
Eastern Michigan University
MA TESOL (Stand-Alone), Pre-K–12 Graduate Certificate in TESOL (Stand-Alone), MA and Pre-K–12 Graduate Certificate in TESOL (Combined)
Format: Fully online option and hybrid (campus and online) option
Length: 16+ months, four to five semesters
Credit hours: Graduate certificate 21 credit hours, MA TESOL (with or without the graduate certificate) 30 credit hours
EMU’s accredited TESOL programs prepare educators to become teachers, coaches, and supervisors of English learner children and adults in diverse settings. Their renowned faculty, bringing multilingual perspectives and international experience, focus on balancing theory with practice, evidence-based pedagogy and high-leverage practices, study abroad options, and mentorship and support of students and alumni.
www.emich.edu/worldlanguages/language-programs/tesol/index.php
George Mason University
ESOL/TESOL Concentrations at George Mason University
Format: 100% online
Length: One to three years
Credit hours: 15–36 (dependent on concentration)
Specializations: Master’s and certificate concentrations in ESOL/TESOL education at George Mason University for both aspiring teachers and practicing educators. Learn from faculty experts and engage in research-based practices and pedagogies. Programs that focus on both pre-K–12 education and adult learners. Prepare for Virginia licensure or an add-on endorsement. Join them today.
https://education.gmu.edu/esol
Hamline University
Master of Arts in TESOL
Format: Online
Length: Just under two years
Credit hours: 36
This MATESOL prepares teachers to work in the US and in global contexts. The program prepares you to:
Understand the relationship between language and culture;
Gain foundational knowledge in language systems and how they relate to instruction;
Develop skills in teaching and assessment;
Develop the expertise to motivate English language learners.
www.hamline.edu/academics/graduate/teaching-english-speakers-other-languages-masters
San Diego State University
Master of Arts in Linguistics, Specializing in General Linguistics or in TESOL/Applied Linguistics
Format: In person on campus
Length: Two years (if 3 courses—9 units—are taken per semester)
Credit hours: 31 units (11 courses) plus 3 units of MA exam or thesis
This program provides broad educational opportunities through two specializations. In both programs, specialized courses build on a foundation of core courses in language use and acquisition.
While pursuing the MA program, students can complete certificates, e.g., the advanced TESL/TEFL certificate or basic certificates in computational linguistics and text analytics.
https://linguistics.sdsu.edu/graduate
Saint Michael’s College
Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Format: Campus
Length: Two years
Credit hours: 36
Saint Michael’s College offers several TESOL programs, including a master’s degree, a certificate program, multilingual learner endorsements, and teacher licensure options. The programs prepare graduates to teach English anywhere in the world using TESOL theory and applied learning, combined with a global network of alumni and connections.
Sam Houston State University
MEd and EdD in TESOL Programs
Format: Online
Length: Master’s Program takes about 2 years to complete. Doctoral program’s coursework is completed in a cohort model and will take an average of 2.5 years to complete. The dissertation is self-paced.
Credit hours: MEd TESOL 30 Hours. EdD 60 Hours
SHSU’s MEd and EdD in TESOL online programs prepare candidates for teaching and leadership positions in language education around the world. The programs offer students a comprehensive curriculum, scholarship opportunities, a flexible and self-paced program, experienced faculty, technology integration, specialization options, and a supportive environment with an excellent student-to-faculty ratio.
MEd TESOL https://www.shsu.edu/programs/graduate/teaching-english-to-speakers-of-other-languages/
EdD Program:
https://www.shsu.edu/programs/doctorate/curriculum-and-instruction/
Spring Arbor University
MA TESOL
Format: Online
Length: Two years or less
Credit hours: 30 credit hours
Our K–12 track, designed for certified teachers, enhances skills to serve ESL students effectively or become an ESL specialist. It fulfills ESL endorsement requirements.
The adolescent and adult education track, open to bachelor’s degree holders, enables teaching in various settings and opportunities for international English teaching at diverse educational levels.
St. Andrews University
MSc TESOL at the University of St. Andrews
Format: Online and campus options available
Length: Campus format—one year full time. Online format—part time study taking between two and five years
Credit hours: 180 credits (120 for PGDip and 60 for PGCert)
Both online and campus formats available, with optional specialisms—assessment and evaluation, English for academic purposes, English-medium instruction, teaching young learners, technology for teaching. PGDip and PGCert options also available.
www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/tesol
University of Colorado–Colorado Springs
Master of Arts in TESOL
Format: Online/campus/hybrid
Length: 16 months
Credit hours: 30 credit hours
This program prepares teachers to better support their students who are learning English as an additional language. Courses focus on understanding language, linguistics, and literacy development, as well as on methods and materials of instruction and assessment. Also highlighted is a course on parent, family, and community engagement.
https://coe.uccs.edu/academics/teaching-learning/TESOL-ma
UCLA Extension
TESOL Certificate
Format: Fully online
Length: Nine to twelve months
Credit hours: 22
Prepare to teach English to speakers of other languages or update your methods and learn online strategies for teaching English. Explore techniques for teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills to speakers of English as a second language. Gain practical experience and learn from industry experts.
