About the course

Applied Linguistics and ESL is an exciting and ever-growing field with post-graduate opportunities around the world. If you have an eye for adventure and interests in language and culture, this could be the field for you

　　The English as a Second Language masters program at UA prepares graduates to pursue a range of academic and professional careers. In recent years, our graduates have continued to doctoral programs in Linguistics, Rhetoric and Composition, and History and taught in schools, language institutes, and universities in the US and around the world. Through our comprehensive curriculum and varied tutoring and teaching experiences, we help students acquire the specialized knowledge, cultural understanding, and teaching skills necessary for a successful career. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$47,190

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Tuscaloosa
Fall (August), 2025	Tuscaloosa

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Alabama

A candidate for admission to the MA-Applied Linguistics/TESOL degree program must satisfy the minimum conditions for regular admission to the Graduate School (including a GPA of 3.0 overall and an acceptable score on the general test of the Graduate Record Examination). Each applicant must also submit a sample of his or her academic writing. In addition, those who are not native speakers of English must submit a TOEFL score of at least 100 (iBT), with a minimum score of 25 in both the speaking and writing sections.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　The next application deadline is 15 December 2024

Further information

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

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