Master of Science in Education / Teaching English as a Second Language
Southwest Minnesota State University

Program Details

SMSU offers an MS in Education / Teaching English as a Second Language. This online ESL curriculum prepares graduates to teach K-12.

The high-quality education from SMSU relies on a dedicated faculty. Furthermore, each student directs their education as an active participant in their learning.

Students in this ESL concentration learn through lab courses as well as foundational courses. Topics of study include:

  • Understanding second language acquisition
  • Second language literacy and linguistics
  • TESL methods

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Southwest Minnesota State University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV