Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Program Overview
Make a Difference Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) program
will prepare students to teach English as an additional language from preschool through
university, both in the United States and abroad, or to pursue doctoral studies. Graduates
of our MA in TESOL degree program will be prepared for a variety of career options
in the education and consultancy fields.
All MA in TESOL courses are aligned with the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and the Standards to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages programs.
Designed for both domestic and international students alike, our MA in TESOL is a full-time residency program that provides students with expertise in second language acquisition, and a deep understanding of the complex relationship between language and culture. Embracing the scholar-practitioner model of professional training, rigorous coursework is conjoined with clinical practicum placements, where students gain real-world experience teaching and collaborating in multicultural and multilingual environments. This one-year program culminates in a digital portfolio capstone experience in place of a thesis.
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Quick Facts
- $6,500Scholarships Available
- CAEPAligned
- MalibuCampus Location
- GRENot Required
Program Benefits
- Prestigious MA in TESOL program at the #46-ranked university in the US* committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values.
- Pepperdine's Graduate School of Education and Psychology generously offers $5,500,000 in scholarships every year, with the majority of students receiving some form of financial assistance.
- No GRE or any other standardized tests required. We offer an equitable admission process that considers your ability and commitment to succeed rather than test scores.
- Doctoral pathway courses within the program curriculum.
- Classes are held at the Calabasas and Malibu campuses. The Malibu campus sits on 830 acres and overlooks the Pacific Ocean with nearly every spot on campus featuring stunning views of the ocean. Pepperdine is consistently ranked as one of the most beautiful places to study.
- Access to graduate student housing and amenities at our scenic Malibu campus.
- Nationally-recognized faculty of scholar-practitioners with exemplary academic achievements, professional expertise, educational experience, and scholarly credentials.
- Small class sizes and a low faculty: student ratio provides a supportive learning environment, meaningful student-faculty interactions, and long-term professional and personal relationships.
- Cohort model designed to build upon leadership skills, peer support, and lifelong relationships with colleagues.
- Opportunities for continued participation in professional organizations and conferences.
- Extensive Pepperdine alumni network creates influential business connections with more than 110,000 professionals.
- Relevant and emerging field with strong projected employment growth and attractive earning potential.
- Career Services Center dedicated exclusively to the field of education to support professional advancement.
* U.S. News & Report, Best Colleges Rankings, National Universities
Tuition and Scholarships
Pepperdine GSEP generously offers $5,500,000 in scholarships every year, with the majority of students receiving some form of financial assistance. The average GSEP student is awarded $7,032 in Pepperdine scholarships.*
2020-2021 academic year tuition | $42,240 |
Average GSEP scholarship | -$7,032 |
Tuition after average scholarships | $35,208 |
*Average scholarship based on 2019-2020 academic year and only includes new incoming students who received aid from Pepperdine within GSEP programs. Does not include other external forms of financial aid.
Career Outcomes
A master's degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages provides professional value both inside and outside of the classroom. After earning your MA, you may pursue employment in a variety of teaching and administrative roles, including:
- Elementary, Secondary or Higher Education ESL Teacher
- English Language Instructor for Children or Adults
- International Teacher
- Curriculum Specialist
- Language Consultant
Employment Potential
- Nearly 1.9 million job openings for Preschool through Postsecondary School Teachers are projected between 2014 and 2024*
- The average annual wage for Elementary and Secondary School Teachers in California was over $77,000 in 2017*
- California had the highest employment level of Elementary School Teachers nationwide in 2017*
*U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2017
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Angie Hoang
Enrollment Officer
Recruitment and Admissions
Pepperdine University
Graduate School of Education and Psychology
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