Overview

Applied Second Language Acquisition is a flexible degree program from Missouri State University that combines training in topics pertinent to second language acquisition theory and practice, including linguistics, research and teaching methods, and materials and assessment design, with advanced discipline-specific coursework focused on the areas of TESOL, Spanish and French.

Key Features

MASLA graduates will be well qualified to teach languages in a variety of settings, both in the United States and abroad.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Linguistic Theory

Principles of Second Language Acquisition

Methods in TESOL

Advanced Research in the Discipline

Materials and Assessment in TESOL

Materials and Assessment in Foreign Language Teaching

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Language Studies Linguistics View 282 other Masters in Linguistics in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a bachelor's degree in English, French, or Spanish, or a bachelor's degree in another field and significant course work and/or experience relating to the focus areas of this program (linguistics, language teaching, foreign language proficiency, etc.);

Have a minimum overall GPA of 3.00 in all previous university-level course work;

Submit a completed Missouri State University Graduate Application;

Tuition Fee

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International

14628 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14628 USD per year during 12 months.
National

13704 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13704 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

7476 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7476 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Springfield

725 - 1020 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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Available Scholarships

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