M.S. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) K-12

Master of Science

Core Course Work (12 credits)
Plus 21 credits in your professional concentration, which gives you 33 credits towards your Master’s Degree.

EDU 9001 Foundations of Bilingual, Multicultural and Second Language Education
EDU 9003 Literacy Development for First and Second Language Learners
EDU 9004 Content Area Instruction for Linguistically/Culturally Diverse Learners
EDU 9012 Methods of Language and Academic Assessment for ELLs and Exceptional Learners

Professional Concentration (21 credits)
EDU 9006 Human Development in Cross-Cultural Perspective
EDU 9007 Communication Arts in the Second Language Learner (Early Childhood/Childhood)
EDU 9010 Linguistics for Teachers of English Language (ELL) and Exceptional Learners
EDU 9013 Research in Language, Culture and Communication
EDU 9014 Practicum and Seminar in TESOL (3-6 credits)
EDU 9015 Structure of the English Language
EDU 9017 Literacy Development Methods for Dialect and Other English Speakers

Admission Requirements

  • Completed Application
  • Application fee of $40
  • Statement of goals
  • Official transcripts from EVERY institution attended, including conferral of degree
  • “B” or better average
  • One letter of recommendation signed by your superintendent or principal

More Information
Linda J. Faucetta, Director
Center for Graduate Studies
St. John’s University
Oakdale
(631) 218-7775
faucettl@stjohns.edu