Overview
The demand for such skills is growing across the country. You won't need to demonstrate language proficiency in a second language. However, if you decide to earn either the bilingual endorsement or the ESL endorsement, you will need to fulfill the language proficiency and teacher certification requirements of these endorsements.
The ESL and Bilingual Education - ESL program of the Northern Arizona University has 2 emphasis:
- Bilingual emphasis
- English as a Second Language emphasis
Prepare for a career as a Bilingual or English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher with this master’s degree. There is a growing demand for individuals with this preparation. With this degree, you can become a:
- Bilingual or ESL classroom teacher
- Bilingual or ESL resource teacher
- Teacher responsible for providing bilingual or ESL support in classroom or special settings
Endorsements
Bilingual Emphasis
If you wish to meet the Arizona Bilingual Endorsement requirements, you may, through careful planning with your advisor, earn this endorsement within your master's degree program. You need to demonstrate language proficiency in a second language.
ESL Emphasis
You do not need to demonstrate language proficiency in a second language. However, if you decide to earn either the bilingual endorsement or the ESL endorsement, you will need to fulfill and verify the second language learning experience and teacher certification requirements of these endorsements.
Career
With further education, one of these paths is possible:
- English as a Second Language teacher
- Classroom teacher
- English as a Second Language director
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Foundations Of Bilingual And ESL Instruction
- Linguistics In Educational Contexts
- Structured English Immersion And Sheltered English Content Instruction
- Assessment Of Bilingual And Second Language Learners
- Cultural Component Of Bilingual And ESL Instruction
- Literacy And Bi-literacy Development
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Education Language Studies Teaching View 3578 other Masters in Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- All requirements for your specific academic plan(s). This may include a thesis.
- All graduate work with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0.
- All work toward the master’s degree must be completed within six consecutive years. The six years begins with the semester and year of admission to the program.
Tuition Fee
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International
26994 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26994 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
26994 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26994 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
11004 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11004 USD per year during 12 months.
- Online: $416 per credit
Living costs for Flagstaff
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.