Overview

The Childhood Education and TESOL (PreK-12) Master of Science in Education at St. John's University offers a robust pathway for graduates from non-education backgrounds to enter the teaching profession. This dual-certification programme equips students with the pedagogical skills required to excel as multiculturalist professional educators in diverse 21st-century classrooms. By integrating general primary education with specialist training for English learners, the curriculum addresses the critical need for inclusive instructional practices.

Why Childhood Education and TESOL (PreK-12) at St. John's University?

Students benefit from a curriculum that reflects the latest research and theory, delivered by an experienced faculty with international prestige in education reform. The programme provides valuable field experiences and mentored student teaching within some of the best multilingual and multicultural schools in the New York region. Furthermore, the university offers a global approach to education, with opportunities to complete specific modules abroad at campuses in Rome, Paris, or other international sites during winter and summer breaks.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1640 per credit
National fee: USD 1640 per credit
Local fee: USD 1640 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum is divided into core childhood education, foundational TESOL, and professional core modules. Modules may include:

Digital Literacy and Learning
Current Trends, Research and Assessment in Social Studies
Current Trends, Research and Assessment in Science
Current Trends, Research and Assessment in Mathematics
Bilingual and Second Language Education
Educating and Accommodating the Needs of Individuals with Exceptionalities
Literacy Development for First and Second Language Learners
Content Area Instruction for Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Learners
Linguistics for Teachers of English Language and Exceptional Learners

Careers with Childhood Education and TESOL

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within public and private school systems, ranging from pre-school to the 12th grade. Common career paths include positions as general classroom teachers, TESOL specialists, and dual-language educators. The programme also provides the flexibility for graduates to work as curriculum developers, adult education instructors, or to teach English as a foreign language internationally. Many alumni have progressed into leadership roles, serving as school principals and administrators.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Digital Literacy and Learning

Current Trends, Research and Assessment

Teaching and Learning: Childhood

Childhood Associate Teaching

Bilingual and Second Language Education

Educating and Accommodating the Needs of Individuals with Exceptionalities, K-12

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Recommended deadlines. Graduate programs use rolling admission: qualified applications reviewed and accepted as space allows until semester start.

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 220 other Masters in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's Degree

Official transcripts showing a B (3.0 GPA) or better average

Proficiency in English: Students who have international academic credentials must demonstrate proficiency in English at the start of the program by passing oral language, and written reading and writing proficiency tests in English administered by the University's ESL Department. Students who do not demonstrate adequate English language proficiency will be required to take ESL course work to bring their English language proficiency up to the required level, as recommended by the ESL Director. Such coursework will not be used to meet a program prerequisite and will not count towards meeting the credits required for the TESOL degree.

Completed application

Application Fee

Essay/Statement of Goals

Two letters of recommendation

College Transcripts demonstrating an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

59040 USD / year

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Out-of-State

59040 USD / year

≈ 59040 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

59040 USD / year

≈ 59040 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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