Northern Arizona University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MA in Teaching English as a Second Language

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Northern Arizona University's English department offers a 37-unit master of arts degree in the Teaching of English as a Second Language (MA-TESL). This degree combines a strong theoretical foundation in applied linguistics with practical training in the teaching of English to speakers of other languages. The principal goals of the program are to provide the linguistic theory necessary for ESL/EFL teachers, to equip teachers with the practical skills needed for effective language teaching, and to prepare students for further study in English language teaching, applied linguistics, and related fields. The MA-TESL program has three tracks: 1.) teaching track 2.) applied linguistics track 3.) practicing teacher track for current teachers. Over 90 percent of our MA-TESL graduates have obtained ESL/EFL teaching positions. Graduates have taught in many countries, including Argentina, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Mexico, Moldova, Namibia, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Turkmenistan, and United Arab Emirates. In addition, many graduates have taught ESL at community colleges and in university intensive English programs in the U.S. Our graduates have also gone on to non-teaching positions in administration, test development, and publishing. Several of our MA-TESL graduates have also gone on for further PhD level study in applied linguistics. See what you can do with our degree. The MA-TESL program should be considered a one-and-a-half to two-year course of study. Students with a teaching assistantship should plan on a two-year commitment.

Accreditation:

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

# of Credits Required:

37

International Student Requirements:

GRE scores are not required for the MA-TESL program. Non-native English speakers must also submit a current, official TOEFL score. A TOEFL score of 89 iBT (230 CBT, or 570 paper) or higher is required for regular admission. Applicants with lower scores can be conditionally admitted. In the first semester, non-native English speakers often take English 506: Introduction to American Language and Thought.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition In-State Full Time:

7398 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

18172 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above