Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (MA)
Master of Arts in Education
Preparing you to assist others in their abilities to use English — whether in K–12 classrooms or in community, business, professional or artistic and cultural settings
- Next cohort begins August 2023
- Applications accepted through July 15
- Scholarships available
Features
Entirely Online | 33 Credits | 2 Years
- Designed for those who wish to teach overseas, at community colleges and intensive English programs, and for K-12 teachers wishing to upgrade their skills and employability
- Provides you with a direct opportunity for multicultural and international experiences, as well as service to the community
- Courses are designed using the Quality Matters set of professional standards based upon research, best practices and national standards for course design
- Ranked in the top 15% of online master's in education programs in 2023 by U.S. News and World Report
Here to Help
As an Online & Distance Education student, you’ll have a dedicated Enrollment Contact and Program Coordinator to assist you with registering for classes, navigating the course sequence and billing process, preparing for graduation and much more.
 | Aliza Fones Program Coordinator Assistant Professor, Languages & Literatures 319-273-6911 |
 | Carolina Wilson Enrollment Contact carolina.wilson@uni.edu |
Admission Requirements
Along with the application, students should submit:
- official transcripts, sent directly to the Office of Admissions
- two letters of recommendation
- an applicant statement
Delivered Entirely Online
Courses are offered online using the Blackboard learning management system and Zoom video conferencing sessions, allowing you to enhance your learning experience with face-to-face interaction, while building a sense of community with classmates. Courses meeting in the fall and spring semesters are taught in eight-week modules on Thursday evenings.
View the Fall 2020 Course Sequence
View the Fall 2023 Course Sequence
Recent graduate of the program have found success as:
- Teachers of English in more than 25 countries in the Middle East, Latin America, Europe and Asia
- K-12 teachers in the U.S. (licensure required)
- English teachers in community colleges and in Intensive English programs in the U.S. and abroad
- Professionals in government agencies and on grant-funded projects developing curricula and evaluating English teaching programs
Note: The TESOL MA does not confer teacher licensure.
Individualized Support Services
Throughout every step of your program, you'll have a dedicated team of support staff ready to assist you. You'll also have access to UNI services such as:
- Personalized academic advising
- Support from Financial Aid, Career Services and Rod Library staff
- Academic support and tutoring opportunities from the Learning Center
- Access to student accessibility services and staff
- Technical support assistance
Project UNITED Scholarships
10 scholarships of $11,000 (20 credits) will be awarded to students pursuing an ESL Endorsement or Master of Arts in TESOL. Priority will be given to students who plan to teach in high needs areas in Iowa, including schools with high influx of refugee or immigrant youth and rural areas.
Panther Alumni Continuing Education (PACE) Scholarships
Online & Distance Education offers $2,000 scholarships to UNI teaching alumni who enroll in a degree-seeking graduate program at a distance. Apply for the PACE scholarship here.
Next Steps
Express Interest
Complete our online information request form. We'll send program updates, important information and application deadlines directly to your inbox!
Apply Now
Along with the application, students should submit:
- official transcripts, sent directly to the Office of Admissions
- two letters of recommendation
- an applicant statement
Contact us
Questions about the program or next step? Contact us by email at online@uni.edu or by calling 319-273-7206.
Delivery of this program is contingent on a sufficient number of students being accepted into the program.