TESOL/Spanish (MA) | Graduate College

DEVELOP A STRONG BACKGROUND IN TEACHING METHODOLOGY

In this dynamic combined MA program, students develop a strong background in Teaching Methodology for teaching both English and Spanish to speakers of other languages. Graduate students in the program have diverse language backgrounds, and include speakers of English, Spanish, and other languages from the U.S. and abroad. In addition to taking courses focused on second language teaching methodology, our students complete coursework in several specialized areas, such as Bilingualism, Computer Assisted Language Learning, Translation, Latino/a Culture and Literature, and various topics in Latin American and Iberian Literature.

CONTACT

Program Address

TESOL

1001 Bartlett Hall

Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0502

Dr. Jim O'Loughlin

Department Head

Phone: (319) 273-2821

E-mail: jim.oloughlin@uni.edu

Dr. Juan Carlos Castillo

Graduate Coordinator

Phone: (319) 273-6200

E-mail: Juan.Castillo@uni.edu

Kris Knebel

Graduate Secretary

Phone: (319) 273-5965

E-mail: kristi.knebel@uni.edu

Apply

Program Instruction Type

On-Campus Programs

Resources

Overview

GRE: No

Other:

a. Two letters of Recommendation

b. Personal Statement

c. Writing Sample

Note: U.S. and International students whose first language is not English must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores. View the International Admissions Graduate Page for more information.
Requirements:
The TESOL M.A. degree does not convey teacher licensure. Students who wish to pursue state licensure to teach should request information concerning licensure requirements from the Director of Teacher Education at the University of Northern Iowa or from the Department of Education in the state in which they plan to teach.

97%

Recent graduates found success within 6 months of graduating

90%

Of graduates are employed

7%

Of graduates are continuing their education