Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programs prepare students to teach English learners in diverse U.S. and international contexts, including K-12 and higher education. Graduates are trained to address the unique needs of English learners, helping them achieve language proficiency and succeed academically.
Careers in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Our program trains students to teach English learners in a variety of contexts, including higher education, K-12, and abroad. The program also prepares students for careers in non-teaching areas, such as language program administration, curriculum and assessment development, and support services.- ESL Teacher
- K-12 ESL Specialist
- Translator/Interpreter
- Education Consultant
- Instructional Designer
- Foreign Service Officer
Potential Salary
Median Salary $60,560
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Degrees at MSU
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages K-12 ESL Licensure Preparation, Minor
The TESOL minor prepares undergraduate students to teach English Learners in K-12 schools. Students pursuing this licensure must also be admitted into professional education. For admission requirements and required courses, see the Teaching Programs section of the catalog. To be licensed in Minnesota, students must meet a language requirement, such as one year of college-level or two years of high school foreign language study, or an equivalent experience. This track equips students to teach K-12 ESL effectively.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages: Non-licensure Preparation, Minor
The minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares undergraduate students to teach English learners in a variety of U.S. and international contexts.
Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Certificate
The Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate prepares students to teach English to English learners in international contexts.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Master of Arts
The Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares graduate students for employment in second and foreign language teaching, program administration, and curriculum and assessment development in the U.S. and abroad, as well as for doctoral study in Applied Linguistics and related disciplines.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Graduate Certificate
The graduate certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares graduate students to teach English learners in a variety of U.S. and international contexts, including K-12 and higher education.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages K-12 ESL Licensure Preparation, Minor
The TESOL minor prepares undergraduate students to teach English Learners in K-12 schools. Students pursuing this licensure must also be admitted into professional education. For admission requirements and required courses, see the Teaching Programs section of the catalog. To be licensed in Minnesota, students must meet a language requirement, such as one year of college-level or two years of high school foreign language study, or an equivalent experience. This track equips students to teach K-12 ESL effectively.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages: Non-licensure Preparation, Minor
The minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares undergraduate students to teach English learners in a variety of U.S. and international contexts.
Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Certificate
The Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate prepares students to teach English to English learners in international contexts.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Master of Arts
The Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares graduate students for employment in second and foreign language teaching, program administration, and curriculum and assessment development in the U.S. and abroad, as well as for doctoral study in Applied Linguistics and related disciplines.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Graduate Certificate
The graduate certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares graduate students to teach English learners in a variety of U.S. and international contexts, including K-12 and higher education.
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Sigma Tau Delta, English Honor Society
Sigma Tau Delta's primary purpose is to honor students excelling in English language and literature across undergraduate, graduate and professional studies.
Graduate Scholars of English Association
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Graduate Scholars of English Association (GSEA) is a Registered Student Organization (RSO) that aims to unify graduate English students across all programs. As an organization for and by graduate students, GSEA’s primary goals are to represent the diverse array of online and in-person English graduate students and to cultivate an inclusive and engaged graduate student culture within the department.
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