Language StudiesNorth America

920 Master's degrees in Language Studies in North America

San Francisco State University3,9(7)

San Francisco, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

English Literatures

The English Literatures MA program offered at San Francisco State University prides itself on its intellectual rigor, diversity of subjects and approaches, and commitment to excellence in teaching. Students in the program have the flexibility to design and personalize their master’s program to meet their diverse interests and provide opportunities for professionalization in the field.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$9,870/yr

University of Nevada, Las Vegas4,1(21)

Las Vegas, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

English Language Learning

The M.Ed. in English Language Learning major delivered by University of Nevada, Las Vegas, is designed to provide comprehensive educator preparation for individuals with baccalaureate degrees interested in working with dual language learners (DLLs) or English language learners (ELLs) in various contexts.

M.Ed. Full-time On-campus

1 year$28,895/yr

University of South Carolina3,7(6)

Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Languages, Literatures and Cultures

The Languages, Literatures and Cultures program offered at University of South Carolina is well suited for students looking for a program that will strengthen their writing and research skills.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,160/yr

Brigham Young University4,6(37)

Provo, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Second Language Teaching

Second Language Teaching program of Brigham Young University uniquely prepares students with second language teaching skills that are based on sound teaching theories that build on and go beyond the scientific study of language.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,344/yr

Harvard University4,0(168)

Cambridge, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

English

Deepen your understanding of fiction, poetry, and drama while learning to analyze and interpret literary texts with this English degree at Harvard University. Hone your research and writing skills, and become a stronger reader and critical thinker.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$3,440/module

The City University of New York4,2(40)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

English Education

This MSEd in English Education from The City University of New York is designed for students seeking a master's degree in English Education, grades 7-12.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,650/yr

University of Nevada, Las Vegas4,1(21)

Las Vegas, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

English Language Acquisition and Development

The English Language Acquisition and Development major delivered by University of Nevada, Las Vegas prepares educators to work in PK-12 to advocate for the specific sociocultural, academic, cognitive, and linguistic needs of English language learners.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

$28,895/yr

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Teaching English, Grades 7–12, Professional Certification

This Teaching English, Grades 7–12, Professional Certification MA program from New York University is for educators who have already met the requirements for New York State initial certification in Teaching English and leads to eligibility for professional certification.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$55,254/yr

Northern Arizona University4,4(26)

Online Top 4% in Worldwide

English - Professional Writing

The English - Professional Writing MA at Northern Arizona University is a 33-credit postgraduate programme designed for aspiring communicators. Delivered through a flexible online study mode, this degree focuses on creating reader-driven content. Students develop high-level expertise in technical and professional documentation.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 year$11,970/yr

Colorado State University4,1(107)

Fort Collins, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

English - English Education

The English - English Education programme offered by Colorado State University is home to poets and linguists, literacy researchers and teacher educators, novelists and literary scholars, composition specialists and writers of creative nonfiction.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$31,566/yr

Missouri State University3,6(5)

Springfield, United States

Applied Second Language Acquisition

The Master of Applied Second Language Acquisition at Missouri State University is designed for anyone with an interest in teaching languages, including currently certified teachers.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$16,798/yr

Ohio University4,5(31)

Online Top 3% in Worldwide

Reading Education (Online)

The M.Ed. Reading Education (Online) at Ohio University is a 31-credit hour online program that can be completed in three semesters.

M.Ed. Part-time Online

1½ year$23,002/yr

Syracuse University3,9(14)

Syracuse, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Spanish Language, Literature and Culture

The M.A. in Spanish Language, Literature and Culture at Syracuse University allow students to develop expertise in critical reading, writing and thinking regarding a wide variety of areas.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$36,270/yr

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Slavic Cultures

Students with a cultural interest in Russia or Eastern Europe may apply for the MA program in Slavic Cultures, housed in the Department of Slavic Languages at Columbia University.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$73,456/yr

University of San Francisco3,9(27)

San Francisco, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages program from University of San Francisco, housed in the International and Multicultural Education Department, is dedicated to understanding formal and informal education within its sociocultural, linguistic, and political contexts around the world.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$22,500/yr

Old Dominion University4,3(12)

Norfolk, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Sociolinguistics (Applied Linguistics)

The Sociolinguistics (Applied Linguistics) MA program from Old Dominion University prepares students to pursue advanced graduate study, teach in colleges, adult education programs, businesses, private schools and institutions in the U.S. or abroad, work with private businesses, and the language acquisition needs of second language learners.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$40,050/yr

Delaware State University2,5(2)

Dover, United States

TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) - Bilingual Education

TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) - Bilingual Education of Delaware State University is designed to provide students with an advanced level of expertise and thorough training on the theory and practice of teaching English to non-native speakers of English (MA TESOL) and/or bilingual learners (Bilingual Education).

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$15,642/yr

California State University Stanislaus4,4(20)

Turlock, United States

English

English at California State University Stanislaus serves the personal and professional needs of various students: those currently teaching or intending to teach high school; those intending to teach at the community college level; those anticipating doctoral studies; and those simply interested in the personal growth that advanced studies in English provide.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$8,064/yr

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee3,8(14)

Milwaukee, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Curriculum and Instruction - English Education (Media, Cinema, and Digital Studies)

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee's Department of Teaching and Learning offers a graduate program of study in Curriculum and Instruction - English Education (Media, Cinema, and Digital Studies), including choices of concentration in three Focus Areas: Subject Area, Instructional Level Area and Cross-Curricular Area.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$27,090/yr

San Diego State University4,5(35)

San Diego, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences education program in speech-language pathology at San Diego State University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2½ years$11,548/yr