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Master of Teaching English as a Second Language at The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio

United States of America, Helotes

University Rank:#1001

Duration12 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 16,068 / Year

Apply DateMay 31, 2027

Next IntakeSeptember 15, 2026

Teaching English as a Second Language

The University of Texas at San Antonio offers the Master of Teaching English as a Second Language as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Helotes , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for teaching english as a second language and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on September 15, 2026.

About Teaching English as a Second Language

Overview Basic Degree Information/DescriptionThe The Teaching English as a Second Language program of The University of Texas at San Antonio is an interdisciplinary program that presents systematic instruction in applied linguistics, second language acquisition theory, and Teaching English as a Second Language program implementation. Students must take at least 24 semester credit hours of Teaching English as a Second Language courses and 9 hours of Bicultural-Bilingual studies courses. The Master's degree is offered under two options: thesis and non-thesis.Why pursue an M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language?MA-TESL degree is internationally recognized as the terminal degree in the field of Teaching English as a Second Language.MA-TESL faculty have extensive teaching experience in K-12 and adult education contexts in the United States, Latin America, Asia, and Europe; are creative and talented teachers who possess expertise in the courses they teach; and are internationally recognized scholars who maintain active research agendas in the field.MA-TESL students include current, former, and future K-12 teachers and adult educators from the United States and around the world.Career Options Available for an M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language graduate:Teaching English language learners in K-12 schools (MA-TESL can be combined with an accelerated teacher certification program)Career advancements for current K-12 teacherAdult ESL (community-based programs, college and university-based programs, U.S. military programs, private schools, etc.)ESL and ELL Program administrative positions in K-12 and adult educationInternational ESL/EFL programs (K-12, adult, public and private schools, colleges, and universities)Private Tutoring and Consulting I want to find another Master Course

The Teaching English as a Second Language program of The University of Texas at San Antonio is designed for students interested in teaching English as a Second Language to children or adults in schools and programs in the United States or in international settings.

Disciplines

TeachingLanguage StudiesAdult Education

Requirements

Academic Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 85

Other Requirements

1Bachelor's degreeA completed a Graduate School applicationOfficial transcripts from all institutions attended. All international transcripts must be recorded in English or officially translated to English along with an evaluation of the transcripts from Foreign Credentials Service of AmericaEnglish language proficiency test scoresApplicants who do not meet University-wide requirements for unconditional admission may be admitted conditionally if scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), letters of recommendation, and/or previous work in the field provide evidence of academic potential

Fee Information

Teaching English as a Second Language

The University of Texas at San Antonio

United States of America, Helotes