Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) is designed to affordably and flexibly meet the needs of working adults who are not generally served by traditional methods. This unique program is taught by professors who are best suited to help you develop the skills necessary to excel in your career field and this program is offered completely online and available 24/7.

Admission Requirements

No specific admission requirements are listed for the MPS-TESL program. However, general graduate admissions requirements may apply.

Degree Requirements and Requisites

Degree Requirements

• Required Core Courses: 12 hours
• Required Concentration Courses: 15 hours
• Advisor Guided Elective: 3 hours
• Total Degree Requirement: 30 hours

Graduate Certificates

Students seeking a Graduate Certificate will go through the graduate application process as if they were seeking an MPS degree, meeting all admissions requirements as set forth in the degree program. Once admitted, students are considered MPS degree-seeking students and will be working towards completing the pre-defined coursework (15 hours) as listed in this catalog. Upon completion of the 15 hours defined in the program, the student will receive a Graduate Certificate in the appropriate field of study. After completion of the 15-hour Graduate Certificate, the student may continue to fulfill the requirements of the MPS degree. Students are required to meet all graduate student requirements including maintaining their GPA at the 3.0 level.

Program Details

Program Long Title

Professional Studies, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Concentration, M.P.S.

College/School

Interdisciplinary Studies

Department(s)

Professional Studies

Catalog Full Description

The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) - This graduate professional studies degree consists of 30 hours of interdisciplinary coursework. This degree is available in several concentration areas and offers students the chance to complete a graduate certificate within each of the concentration areas.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) prepares you to meet an ongoing demand for both initial preparation and continuing education for individuals who plan to teach or are currently teaching English as a second/foreign language in various educational settings.