Bilingual Education and English as a Second Language (ESL)
Program Description
The Bilingual Education and English as a Second Language (ESL) specializations of the Master's in Curriculum & Instruction are dedicated to preparing current and future educators and leaders who, through a rigorous academic and research-based program of instruction, offer second language learners access to an excellent education. Our graduate programs recognize, value, and integrate the importance of multilingual and multicultural pedagogies for all students. Furthermore, the program emphasizes that effective research-based instruction for second language learners will result in positive learning outcomes and dispositions, ensuring that our graduates become vital advocates for all members of a global society.
Degrees Offered
Masters (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Bilingual Education or ESL
Students holding current teacher certification in Texas, may elect to complete a supplemental Texas teacher certification in either Bilingual Education or English as a Second Language. Supplemental certifications are granted by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Students must meet TEA requirements for supplemental certification.
Offered: Online. We do not offer on-campus programs for these particular specializations
Application Materials
All programs require that you submit an online application through ApplyTexas.
College Transcripts – Send unofficial copies of all transcripts to the Texas Tech Graduate School at graduate.admissions@ttu.edu. The transcripts must be in PDF format and no larger than 2 MB. Multiple attachments per email will be accepted. Grade reports or unofficial transcripts from university web portals will not be accepted. Please redact the Social Security Number anywhere it appears on your transcript. If documents are written in a language other than English, a copy of a complete and official English translation must be provided with the original language records.
* Official transcripts will be required during your first semester if you are admitted to your desired program.
* International applicants will need to submit additional materials. Please review the Graduate School website for more information.
Required Supplemental Application Materials
Resume, Two Professional Recommendations, Applicant Statement. Download a comprehensive list of requirements.
Application Process
Please visit the Graduate Application Process for more information on how to apply.
Application deadline for the Fall semester is February 1st.
Semester in which the program can be started
Continuous enrollment, students may begin coursework during any semester.
Estimated Hours to Completion
The master's degree consists of 36 hours of coursework.
Allowable Transfer Hours
6 allowable transfer hours, at advisor's discretion.
Financial Aid
Masters students are eligible to apply for scholarships and financial aid. Please visit our Scholarships page for more information.
Tuition & Fees
Visit the Student Business Services website to estimate your costs.
Contacts
Brianna Sanchez
Academic Advisor
brianna.sanchez@ttu.edu
806-834-2353
Dr. Eva Midobuche
Professor
College of Education
eva.midobuche@ttu.edu
806-834-1194
Faculty
College of Education
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Address
Texas Tech University, College of Education, 3008 18th Street, Lubbock, TX 79409-1071 -
Phone
806.742.1997 -
Email
educ.webmaster@ttu.edu