Overview

Unlike the MS in Education, this Linguistics (Applied) program at The City University of New York focuses on adult learners and does not lead to New York State certification for K-12 teaching.

Quick Facts:

The program consists of 36 credits of seminar teaching, independent student research and classroom practicums, which students typically complete in 1-2 years. Both full-time and part-time study programs are available. The program is designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals with daytime jobs.

Maintenance Requirements

Minimum overall grade point average of B (3.0).
All students must file a Program of Study form with the Program Director.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Teaching English Sentence Structure
Language and Cross-cultural Communication
Bilingualism
Evaluation and Measurement in TESOL
Teaching English Sound Structure
Second Language Acquisition and Teaching

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
In your essay, please describe an experience you have had that has encouraged you to become a teacher of English as a Second language and explain how that influenced your decision.
An interview may be requested.
The credentials of each applicant will be examined by the Linguistics Graduate Admissions Committee. The number of applicants approved for matriculation is limited by available resources; therefore, applicants who otherwise meet minimum requirements for matriculation may not necessarily be admitted.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

30780 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 855 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

30780 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 855 USD per credit during 12 months.

New York State Resident: $5545 / semester.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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