MA TESOL/Bilingual Dual Language Immersion at University of Rhode Island

Programme overview

The M.A. in TESOL/Bilingual Dual Language Immersion is a primarily online, asynchronous program for candidates who are certified teachers, enrolled in a teacher certification program, or want to teach English abroad. It has tracks in public school ESOL, public school bilingual dual language immersion, and education outside US PreK-12 settings.

Faculty: Feinstein College of Education | Intake: Fall (July 15), Spring (November 15), Summer (April 1) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Kingston, RI, United States

What you will study

Language acquisition theory, culture and language learning, planning for multilevel classrooms, standards-based ESOL and dual language instruction, assessment of multilingual learners, sheltered instruction and advocacy.

Career pathways

Teaching English language or bilingual education in US or international settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 recommended; demonstrated teaching experience or concurrent enrollment in a teacher preparation program; undergraduate transcript; copy of teaching certification; resume; at least two recommendation letters including one from a supervisor; personal statement. GRE not required. International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency per Graduate School requirements. Deadlines: July 15 (Fall), November 15 (Spring), April 1 (Summer).

Domestic applicants: USD 17,116 a year (2026-27). Graduate full-time (9-15 credits) annual tuition, In state rate for 2026-27, as published for the level band; excludes registration, health services, technology and student services fees, accident/sickness insurance, and programme differential charges (en Source

International applicants: USD 33,328 a year (2026-27). Graduate full-time (9-15 credits) annual tuition, Out of state (non-resident) rate for 2026-27, as published for the level band; excludes registration, health services, technology and student services fees, accident/sickness insurance, and programme diffe Source

Graduate programmes have Fall, Spring and Summer start terms; availability varies by programme and academic calendar (14-week or accelerated online).

Graduate applications are submitted through the URI Graduate Application with per-programme Fall, Spring and Summer deadlines listed on the Graduate School application page; applications are not reviewed until all materials and the application fee are submitted.

Apply through the official page: https://web.uri.edu/graduate-school/admission/

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