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    Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education

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    Boston, USMATIn-person1 year
    $73,102.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    44
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University is a 44-credit, 1-year, in-person MAT program based in Boston, US. Tuition is $73,102.

    About the program

    Prepares students to become middle or high school English or language arts teachers with a focus on equity and social justice, covering lesson design, critical literacy, instructional delivery, and methods for teaching literature, reading, writing, and language, while supporting multilingual learners and students with disabilities. Leads to initial teacher licensure in English for grades 5–12.

    Focus: coursework
    35 (US News & World Report)
    Part-time option

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    12 months OPT (US)

    $27,274.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University is $73,102 across 44 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University is structured around 1 year and 44 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education at Boston University: 12 months OPT (US)