Program Overview

Bilingual Education Master's Degree

The M.A. degree in Bicultural-Bilingual Education offers advanced study in the design and implementation of bilingual and dual language education programs, specifically in English- and Spanish-speaking K-12 settings.

Program Overview

This interdisciplinary degree advances understanding of urban education, applied linguistics in bilingual settings, and multicultural children's literature. Grounded in social justice, the program of study incorporates theory and research related to effective bilingual/dual language education.

Admission Requirements

• Required Degree: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or have proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution.
• Minimum GPA: 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale); departments may consider GPA of last 60 semester credit hours.
• Coursework: Completed adequate credit hours or foreign institution equivalent coursework as preparation for the program.
• Transcripts: Required from all institutions attended; international transcripts must be recorded/translated to English.
• Credential Evaluation: Required if you have earned university-level credit from foreign institutions; submit an evaluation of your transcripts from FCSA or any NACES-approved credential evaluation agency.
• English Language Proficiency: 550 TOEFL Paper / 79 TOEFL Internet / 6.5 IELTS / Duolingo 100.

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines for:

• Spring 2026: October 1 (International), December 1 (Domestic).
• Summer 2026: March 1 (International), May 1 (Domestic).
• Fall 2026: June 1 (International), August 1 (Domestic).
• Spring 2027: October 1 (International), December 1 (Domestic).
• Summer 2027: March 1 (International), May 1 (Domestic).

Funding Opportunities

Resources are available for students.

Career Options

UT San Antonio prepares students for future careers that are in demand. Possible careers are based on data from sources like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and online job postings.

Course Scheduling and Offerings

Courses for the degree include:

• BBL 5113: Theoretical Foundations and Legislative Policies in Bicultural-Bilingual Education.
• BBL 5033: Critical Pedagogies in Bilingual/Bicultural Content Instruction.
• BBL 5063: Biliteracy in Bilingual and ESL Programs.
• BBL 6043: Advanced Topics in Bilingual and Dual-Language Education.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• How long is the program?: The program is 30 semester credit hours (10 classes), designed to be completed in four semesters for full-time students and five semesters for part-time students.
• When are classes usually offered?: Classes are offered in the evenings from 6:00-8:45 pm, Monday through Thursday. Some courses are online or hybrid.
• How much will the program cost?: The cost of tuition varies by the number of semester credit hours registered each semester.
• Are students required to complete a thesis?: The UT system requires a comprehensive exam for each student to graduate. Students may select a written and oral exam, a thesis, or a special project for their comprehensive experience.

Graduate Advisor of Record

Jorge Solis, PhD.

Student Development Specialist

Trinity Brown.