About the course

The program with a concentration in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL, without licensure) prepares scholars, practitioners and leaders in understanding bilingualism/multilingualism within the context of schools, families, communities and society. The Southwest Borderlands situate participants uniquely such that they might critically examine issues confronting Spanish-speaking and heritage language populations. A key dimension of the program is the advancement of issues related to equity and social justice by encouraging participants to serve as advocates for bilingual children, their families and communities. International contexts are considered part of the borderland and the TESOL International focus supports the preparation of teaching TESL across global settings.

　　Students choose either the PreK-12 elective coursework for 33 credit hours OR the International elective coursework for 36 credits

　　The necessary coursework required for the TESOL endorsement is embedded within this program of study. Should you require additional information regarding the endorsement, you should contact the New Mexico Public Education Department (https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/adding-endorsements/)

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Las Cruces
Fall (August), 2024	Las Cruces
Spring (January), 2025	Las Cruces
Fall (August), 2025	Las Cruces

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for New Mexico State University

A graduate international student must hold at minimum a four year bachelor?s degree or its equivalent and is able to demonstrate English proficiency, both written and oral by submitting an official TOEFL or IELTS score report.

　　English Proficiency for Admission

　　TOEFL 79 IBT, 550 PBT

　　IELTS 6.5

　　GPA- 3.00

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 68.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at New Mexico State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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