Program Overview
The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages at Emporia State University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Kansas City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Linguistics for Language Teachers
- Introduction to Graduate Research
- Sociolinguistics
- Language Assessment and Evaluation
- Second Language Acquisition
- Cross Cultural Communication
- Special Topics in TESOL
- Teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language
- Practicum in Teaching as a Second/Foreign Language
- Individual Differences in Second Language Acquisition
- Structure of the English Language
- Computer Assisted Language Learning
- Thesis Hours
- Cultural Awareness for Educators
- Brain-Based Learning for Educators
- Seminar in Rhetoric
- Seminat in Language and Linguistics
- Teaching College Composition
- Reading Theory and Literacy Practices: Elementary
- Reading Theory and Literacy Practices: Secondary
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.74 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- a completed application to Graduate School
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\xc2\xa0 - adequate preparation in the proposed area of specialization\xc2\xa0
\xc2\xa0 - a grade point average of not less than 2.75 in the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate study
\xc2\xa0 - international students must submit a 550 TOEFL score or equivalent as part of the admissions criteria
\xc2\xa0 - submission of official transcripts from each institution attended
\xc2\xa0 - payment of a non-refundable application fee
\xc2\xa0 - three letters of recommendation written by persons with knowledge of the candidate\xc2\x92s potential for success in graduate school
\xc2\xa0 - a one-page essay career goal statement
\xc2\xa0 - a copy of an updated resume
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Emporia State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Emporia State University
Emporia State University
Emporia, United States
Emporia State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months