Overview

Kent State University's Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) offers advanced training for individuals seeking to teach English to non-native speakers in a variety of settings.

The Teaching English as a Second Language degree from Kent State University blends in-depth study of linguistics, language acquisition theory, and practical teaching methods, equipping students with the skills to design effective curricula and foster language development.

With a focus on both classroom application and research, the M.A. in TESL prepares graduates for careers in education, language instruction, and international teaching, as well as for further academic pursuits in linguistics and language pedagogy.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Demonstrate understanding of different associated fields within teaching English as a second language, including linguistics, language acquisition, pedagogy and practice.

Demonstrate what knowledge of the field and disciplines making up teaching English as a second language.

Demonstrate skills in teaching.

Demonstrate understanding of different cultural norms and practices and the ability to accommodate teaching practices based on these differences.

Careers

Graduates of Kent State’s M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language are well-prepared for advanced careers in language education, curriculum development, and educational leadership.

The program’s comprehensive focus on linguistics, language acquisition, and ESL pedagogy equips students with the expertise to teach English to non-native speakers in a variety of settings.

Graduates often pursue roles as ESL instructors, program directors, and language specialists, contributing to academic institutions, international language programs, and multicultural learning environments.

Adult basic education, adult secondary education, and English as a Second Language instructors

Elementary school teachers, except special education

Kindergarten teachers, except special education

Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education

Preschool teachers, except special education

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

English language and literature teachers, postsecondary

Tutors and teachers and instructors, all other

English language and literature teachers, postsecondary

Academic advisor

Community college ESL instructor

Curriculum designer

Educational consultant

Educational materials writer/editor

Language assessment writer/editor

Language program director

Language school instructor (in the U.S. or abroad)

Teacher educator

Teacher of English as a foreign language

Teacher supervisor

University ESL instructor

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methodology Of Teaching English As A Second Language

Theories In Second Language Acquisition

Linguistics For The Language Professions

Descriptive Grammar Of English

Sociolinguistics

Heritage Languages And Second Language Learning

Sociocultural Theory And Foreign And Second Language Acquisition

Practicum In Teaching International Students

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

36 SCH

36-48

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcript(s)

Goal statement (1-2 pages)

Three letters of recommendation

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20332 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20332 USD / year

≈ 20332 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10706 USD / year

≈ 10706 USD / year

Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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