Online Master’s in TESOL

Earn Your Online Master’s in TESOL From Wilson College Online

Across the nation, students whose dominant language isn’t English face particular challenges in learning comprehension. Without caring teachers who know how to meet these learners’ needs, there’s a chance they’ll be left behind. At Wilson College Online, we’ll help you become a more inclusive educator so that you can cultivate classroom environments that uplift all students.

Our flexible online Master in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) program is designed for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree. No active teaching license is required. If you already have your teaching license, this program will help you get your English as a second language (ESL) certification. ESL certification is for Pennsylvania teacher certification only. If you are not a Pennsylvania-certified teacher, you will need to check with your state Department of Education concerning certification in your state.

Throughout your time in the program, you’ll explore the fundamental aspects of teaching and learning language skills through speaking, listening, reading, and writing—empowering you to become a well-rounded educator who transforms lives.

What Can I Do With a TESOL Degree?

Our practical, research-based curriculum provides a comprehensive understanding of how young learners adapt to the English language, both in the classroom and beyond. During your time in the program, you’ll learn to:

Teach nonnative English speakers to adopt the language through speaking, listening, reading, writing, and culture
Use key teaching frameworks and multiple language acquisition tools to drive student progress
Make a meaningful human connection with students through a hands-on approach to teaching

Master’s in TESOL Careers

Earning your master’s degree in TESOL from Wilson College Online can help you advance both personally and professionally. Whether you’re looking for a salary increase, qualification to teach abroad, or new ways to foster inclusivity in your current classroom, we’ll help you get there.

Online Master’s in TESOL Salary

According to June 2023 Payscale data, individuals who hold a master’s degree in TESOL have a median annual salary of about $60,000. Our graduates take on roles such as:

ESL instructor (in the U.S. and abroad)
Instructional designer
Assistant professor
English language director
Adult education instructor
Associate dean of adult education

Tuition and Financial Aid

Fall ’25: $545 per credit hour

6-14 credits per semester

Financial assistance and payment plans available

Wilson College Online is committed to making your education as affordable as possible. We’re proud to offer online courses for under per credit hour as a private college. Plus, our dedicated financial services team will help you along the way.

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Personal Learning Environment

Our 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures every student gets the individualized attention they deserve, and our devoted faculty truly care about your success, both in the classroom and beyond.

Flexible Coursework

Asynchronous coursework allows you to work at your own pace with no set class times—enabling you to earn a degree when and where it makes sense for you.

Expert Faculty

The majority of Master in TESOL faculty are ESL certified and are current or past ESL teachers — some faculty are even ESL themselves.

Regional Recognition

Wilson College Online provides the opportunity for transformative education, which is why U.S. News & World Report included the institution on its Top Performers on Social Mobility in the North list.

Ethical Education

Our liberal arts emphasis creates agents of justice who fuel meaningful positive change in society. You’ll learn to put your education degree toward social good.

Sense of Belonging

Our online programs honor Wilson’s rich history of providing accessible and inclusive education. No matter your background, you belong at Wilson.

What You Need for Admission

Please submit the following materials:

Application
Resume
Official transcripts from your degree-granting college or university—must be sent directly to Graduate Admissions
Copy of teaching certificate

Graduate Education Entrance Requirements

Certified pre-K-12 teachers will meet the entrance requirements as delineated below. Admission is competitive, and space is limited. Interested students should apply early. Degree program admission is based on the following criteria:

Completion of a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
A minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Provisional admission can be offered to certain students based on an internal application review by program directors.
Submission of required application credentials (see application procedures above).
A current permanent U.S. address (students cannot complete the program while living internationally)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do with a master's in TESOL degree?

With an online master’s in TESOL, you can take on an advanced teaching position in English as a second language (ESL), work in curriculum development, train other teachers, or even manage educational programs for a school or a global language institution.

What is the average salary for graduates of a Master in TESOL program?

The average salary for individuals who hold a master’s degree in TESOL is around $60,000 per year, with individual salaries depending on the person’s job, location, and type of employer, according to June 2023 Payscale data.

Is the master’s in TESOL degree program accredited?

Yes, the TESOL program is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

How long is the online master’s in TESOL degree program?

The online master’s in TESOL degree program at Wilson College Online can be completed in about one to three years, depending on your desired pace of learning.

About Wilson College

Initially founded as an all-women’s college in 1869, Wilson College’s mission is to empower students to be confident critical thinkers, creative visionaries, effective communicators, and agents of justice in their communities. Across all programs and fields of study, the College is fiercely committed to and passionate about providing student-centric education and individualized attention, ensuring all students succeed.

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