Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MAT-TESOL)

Language educators are needed around the world—and their impact goes far beyond the classroom. Prepare to become a dynamic educator who connects cultures, sparks curiosity, and empowers learners through thoughtful, engaging instruction.

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Fall Term Application Opens: August 1, 2026

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Modalities On Campus
Length 17 Months | 24 units
Scholarships Up to $20,000 in Merit-Based Scholarship
Start Date The program will reopen August, 1 2026 for an August 2027 start.

Empower Multilingual Learners in Classrooms Around the World

The Master of Arts in Teaching — Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MAT-TESOL) program will equip you to provide systematic and effective language instruction. The MAT-TESOL program develops equity-minded language educators who embody a dedication to closing opportunity gaps and addressing injustices related to languages and language learners around the world.

Through this program, you will:

Earn a degree from a prestigious school with a strong reputation for quality education.
Study in one of the most exciting cities in the world, where more than 150 languages are spoken.
Hone your teaching skills by practicing at a school site.

Clinical Practice

Build your teaching skills through hands-on experience across diverse learning environments.

In your first semester, you’ll begin tutoring a language learner while applying course concepts and reflecting on your practice. In the second semester, you’ll complete supervised clinical practice at a school site, working with an experienced mentor for approximately four hours per week.

You’ll record and review your teaching to receive feedback from faculty and peers—helping you refine your approach, experiment with new strategies, and grow in a supportive environment.

Student Engagement Co-Curriculum

The MAT-TESOL Student Engagement Co-Curriculum gets you ready for your career through professional development opportunities and community support.

Connect through events like cultural celebrations and faculty spotlights.
Explore research opportunities through workshops and conference support.
Prepare for your career with guest speakers and résumé-building sessions designed for diverse job pathways.

As an applicant, you will be automatically considered for limited, merit-based scholarships ranging from $15,000 to $20,000. There is no need to submit a separate application for these scholarships. The admission committee selects recipients based on academic achievement, demonstrated dedication to the USC Rossier mission and other distinguishing characteristics. Priority consideration is given to those who apply by the Rossier Scholarship Deadline. All USC Rossier scholarships are awarded at the time of admission.

View USC Rossier’s scholarship finder to identify other scholarships and funding opportunities. You do not have to be admitted to apply to these scholarships. Carefully note the scholarship application deadlines, which may occur before the final program application deadline.

90^% of MAT-TESOL alums said their USC Rossier education prepared them to be more effective in their career.

100^% of applicants are automatically considered for scholarships of up to $20,000