Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics at Iowa State University

    Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics at Iowa State University

    Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics at Iowa State University

    Iowa State University offers the Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Ames, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for teaching english as a second language/applied linguistics and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 22, 2027.

    About Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics

    The MA in TESL/Applied Linguistics prepares students for careers in teaching English to nonnative speakers of English, either in the U.S. or abroad. Students with MA degrees in TESL teach adults and younger learners in a wide variety of contexts, supervise language programs, work for testing organizations, and create language teaching materials. Students choose among optional specializations listed. The degree requires a minimum of 30 hours of graduate credits, including a final thesis or creative component (3 credits) and meeting a foreign language requirement that may be fulfilled in a number of ways.
  • Demonstrate independence, reflective practices and professionalism in teaching and assessment of English as a second language
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and confidence with the use of computer applications relevant to teaching English language teaching
  • Formulate important research questions to for guiding investigations that contribute to theory and practice in one or more areas of applied linguistics
  • Carry out research in one area of applied linguistics that will increase understanding of English language teaching
  • Evaluate research in the field to identify its contribution to theory, research and practice in applied linguistics
  • Communicate ideas, discoveries, and findings to others in a professional and creative manner
  • Collaborate with other professionals to create and investigate new knowledge, practices and products for English language teaching
  • Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics at Iowa State University

    Entry Requirements

    Baseline Academic Requirements

    Admission to the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering departmental graduate degree programs is contingent upon the following requirements, which will differ between degree programs:

    All Degree Programs

    • Undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale. Official documentation that meets the requirements of the Graduate College must be provided in the application. Students with a GPA below 3.0 may be admitted in some cases, with permission of the Graduate College.
    • International (non-English speaking) students need to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Minimum scores for admission are: TOEFL Paper (PBT) – 550; TOEFL Internet (iBT) – 79; IELTS – 6.5

    Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering M.S. and Ph.D. Degrees

    • The requirements listed for all degree programs above, plus:
    • Bachelors of Science degree in engineering, OR Bachelors of Science degree, non-engineering with:
      • Math through differential equations
      • College-level physics, chemistry, and biology
      • Documented competence in engineering sciences, for example: statics, mechanics of materials, dynamics, fluids, thermodynamics

    For applicants with a non-engineering BS degree, the ABE Graduate Programs Committee, in concert with the ABE Engineering Curriculum Committee, will review an applicant’s academic record and transcripts with respect to above requirements.

    Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering M.E. Degree

    • The requirements listed for all degree programs above, plus:
    • Bachelors of Science degree in engineering

    Industrial and Agricultural Technology M.S. and Ph.D. Degrees

    • The requirements listed for all degree programs above, plus:
    • Bachelors of Science degree in science, technology, or engineering

    The Graduate Programs Committee, which is responsible for making decisions to admit students, will examine the complete application package, including GRE scores and GPA, when evaluating applications.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 68
    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 95

    Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics at Iowa State University

    Application Fee 40

    How to Apply for Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics at Iowa State University

    1. Submit your application.

      You can apply through the University of Iowa application, the Common Application, or the Coalition Application. We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning in September based on college-specific admission requirements.

    2. Pay the application fee.

      The $40 application fee is non-refundable.

    3. Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.

      Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.
       

    Master of Teaching English as a Second Language/Applied Linguistics at Iowa State University
    Iowa State University
    Iowa State University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Ames

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