California State University - Chico — School of Education

http://www.csuchico.edu/graduatestudies/prospective/peacecorps.shtml

Program Type:

Master's International

Department:

School of Education

Degrees Awarded:

Education (MA), Teaching International Languages-TESOL (MA)

Admissions Deadlines:

March 1

Admissions Cycle:

October 1-March 1

Program Start:

Typically fall

Program Founded:

August, 2010

Benefits

Education: Option in Curriculum and Instruction (MA): Students can earn up to 6 units (credit hours) for Peace Corps service.

Teaching International Languages-TESOL (MAT): Students can earn up to 6 units (credit hours) for Peace Corps service.

Out of state tuition fee waivers are available for students accepted to Peace Corps service

Description

Education: Option in Curriculum and Instruction (MA): The coursework consists of a minimum of 30 units (credit hours) and 3 semesters of resident academic study. Students complete 18 units or 1 year of study prior to Peace Corps service and 6 units of professional field experience and research while serving in the Peace Corps. Master?s candidates may opt for either a thesis/project or a comprehensive exam upon their return.

Teaching International Languages-TESOL (MA): The coursework consists of a minimum of 36 units (credit hours) and 3 semesters of resident academic study plus any additional semesters needed to complete prerequisites. Students complete 24 units or 1 year of study prior to Peace Corps Service and 6 units of professional field experience while serving in the Peace Corps. Upon satisfactory completion of coursework, students obtain a TESOL certificate. Master?s candidates may opt to finish a thesis/project or comprehensive examination upon their return.

Requirements

A bachelor?s degree from a 4-year accredited institution is required; The MA Option in Curriculum and Instruction requires a writing sample for admission.

For inquiries about Master's International, call 855.855.1961 x1812.