M.Ed. in TESOL – K-12
Explore New Horizons Through an Online TESOL Program
You love teaching children but perhaps you have a passion for helping students from diverse cultures learn the English language. Here’s your chance to hone your skills and your interests too while filling the gap in this critical area. Regent’s Master of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) – K-12 is designed for individuals like you who desire to work with children who are learning English as a second or foreign language.
INCREASE YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL
Demand for qualified TESOL professionals is at record levels – high-demand equals higher salary opportunity.
ADDRESS GROWING NEED
Knowledgeable experts are needed for service delivery in this often overlooked area.
EXPAND YOUR CAREER PATH THROUGH AN ONLINE TESOL PROGRAM
Enjoy career opportunities in many professional areas – domestic and international settings.
ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE
Experience Regent ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report for three years (2019, 2020 and 2022). Its programs have also been recognized among the top 5 online graduate education programs in Virginia for 10 years in a row (2013-2022). Regent graduates are empowered to make a difference in lives, which has led to more than 850 alumni being recognized as Teachers of the Year in Hampton Roads since 2004.
Presented from a Christian worldview, this in-demand degree is recognized by PLEXUSS as the #1 Best TESOL Program in Virginia, 2020, 2021 and 2022, and is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the Master of Education – TESOL – K-12 degree, you can:
- Understand linguistics, intercultural/cross-cultural education, second language acquisition, teaching reading, and assessing student achievement.
- Use standards-based methods for assessing language proficiency and proven strategies that engage young learners.
- Apply skills and strategies in alignment with the WIDA (World-Class Instructional Design) and TESOL English language proficiency standards and best practices for instruction and assessment of ELLs.
Career Opportunities
- ESL/EFL Teacher
- ESL/EFL Administrator
- Teacher/Administrator in International Context
- Missionary
2022-23 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 12 | Monday, August 22 |
| Session M | Friday, September 9 | Monday, September 19 |
| Session B | Friday, October 14 | Monday, October 24 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 4 | Monday, January 9 |
| Session T | Friday, January 27 | Monday, February 6 |
| Session D | Friday, March 3 | Monday, March 13 |
| Session E | Friday, April 28 | Monday, May 8 |
| Session F | Friday, June 9 | Monday, June 19 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial College Transcripts
- Email your unofficial college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- Email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Switcher | $250 | 6 | $1,500 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
| Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
| Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Switcher | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
| Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 9 | $7,200 |
| Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Switcher | $250 | 6 | $1,500 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
| Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
| Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Switcher | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
| Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 9 | $7,200 |
| Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
