Overview

This Teaching English as a Second Language program from Metropolitan State University is designed so that students can meet the requirements to obtain an initial K-12 ESL teaching license as part of a major and bachelor’s of science degree. This major can also be a program of interest for those who work with multilingual language users outside of the school setting.

Program Highlights

Designed to provide flexibility for working adult students
Create a flexible schedule to take classes at your pace given your other life and work responsibilities
Courses meet once per week, often in the evening
Courses are offered in-person, online with synchronous meetings and in hybrid formats
Participate in direct field experience in urban classrooms and courses focusing on urban education
The curriculum has a strong focus on cultural relevance and education equity throughout the program
Instructors integrate and build upon the rich, diverse cultural knowledge and professional experience of students in program courses
Learn with the most diverse student and faculty population of any teacher preparation unit in Minnesota; a majority of our students, faculty and staff in the School of Urban Education are from BIPOC communities
Learn in small, friendly classes that allow you to know instructors and fellow students well

Get a high-quality education at the most affordable cost of any university in Minnesota

Career Opportunities

This degree and licensure program opens up opportunities for both personal and professional growth. This program is most appropriate for individuals who are interested in working with students who are multilingual or are trying to become multilingual language users by learning English in addition to their home language. Make a difference in the lives of urban children by setting a strong education foundation that will last a lifetime. Empower yourself with the content knowledge, teaching skills, urban field experiences, and professional poise you need to give multilingual urban students a high-quality education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Multicultural Education
The Nature Of Language
Language And Culture
Information Technology For K-12 Education
Managing Learning In Diverse Urban Classrooms
Teaching And Assessing English Language Learners

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Saint Paul, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Colleges shall accept applicants who demonstrate completion of secondary education through one of the following:
a high school diploma,
a standard adult diploma, or
an equivalent high school diploma, such as a General Education Development (GED) certificate.
English Proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10354 USD / year

≈ 10354 USD / year
Out-of-State

10354 USD / year

≈ 10354 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10354 USD / year

≈ 10354 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Paul

United States

1040 - 1755 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Program Highlights

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Saint Paul

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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