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MA Applied Linguistics and the Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

The 36-point M.A. in TESOL is a general-studies degree for teaching English to speakers of other languages in a variety of settings, other than New York State public schools. The general track does not prepare students for NYS PK-12 ESL certification. A separate 36-point M.A. in Applied Linguistics is aimed at students who want to research applied linguistics.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Applied Linguistics and TESOL (Arts and Humanities)  |  Intake: Fall only; full-time or part-time, campus-based  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Coursework, hands-on experience in an on-campus language school, and research projects.

Career pathways

Teaching English in a range of settings outside New York State public schools.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations for all undergraduate and graduate coursework; two letters of recommendation; accepted English proficiency exam results where applicable; $75 application fee. Video essay (part of the online application). Fall deadlines: priority Jan 15, final Apr 1.

Intake: Fall only; full-time or part-time, campus-based

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

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