Plymouth State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Education in K-12 Education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certification, K-12 TESOL Certification

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Plymouth State University's Master of Education in K-12 Education with certification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) will prepare you for a successful career as an ELL (English Language Learners) teacher in New Hampshire, across the United States, or abroad. Through this experiential and hands-on program, you'll gain a complete foundation in language teaching methodologies, language assessment, literacy, language acquisition, and linguistics.
Your curriculum will consist of three core courses required of every PSU Master of Education candidate; seven courses focusing directly on language, linguistics, and instruction; and a capstone component that comes at the culmination of your studies in which you'll put theory into practice with either a TESOL practicum or teacher education internship experience.
Within New Hampshire, the United States, and the world, the need for teachers trained in TESOL and individuals confident in working with students whose primary language is not English is growing. Through your studies at Plymouth State, you'll be able to contribute to this developing educational need.

Accreditation:

This program is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Eligibility Requirements:

Either the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) or the GRE is required for entrance into this program.

International Student Requirements:

International TESOL students must have proof of English level proficiency through either the TOEFL, IELTS, or ELS Level 112 scores. In addition, you must provide an I-134 Affidavit of Financial Support Form. Documents, including bank statements and other financial documents dated within the past 30 days, that confirm you have the financial resources to study for a year at Plymouth State must be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies. You must also include a copy of your valid passport with your application materials. Finally, you must also submit official, notarized transcripts, verifying that you've completed at least a baccalaureate degree, which must be translated into English and evaluated for institutional equivalency.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Remote Town

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999