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Spanish & TESOL Degree Program | Pre-K to 12 | Mercy

Combined Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science
  • 120 Credits
  • School of Education
  • Bronx
  • Manhattan
  • Online
  • Westchester
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Spanish & Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Pre-K - 12 Overview

Communication is an essential skill that students need to succeed throughout their lives. Teachers have the chance to prepare non-native speakers, helping students improve or master their English. 

With the combined Spanish & Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Pre-K - 12 students will be able to complete a bachelor's degree in Spanish and their education courses quickly. Students are able to start their graduate coursework while still completing their B.S. degree. Each education course includes 10-15 hours of fieldwork, culminating in student teaching. 

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Career Opportunities

TESOL graduates typically teach in K-12 grade public schools, in English language institutes, in private schools or for corporations around the world.

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The Mercy Advantage

  • Our programs are NCATE/CAEP accredited
  • TESOL portion of the program is available 100% online
  • Get a jump start on your graduate degree and start earning credits while still an undergrad

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Program Details & Curriculum

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish

General Liberal Arts and Science
General Liberal Arts and Science: 60 credits 

Spanish and TESOL
Undergraduate Courses: 30 credits
Open Electives: 15 credits
TESOL Graduate Courses: 15 credits

Total completed for B.A. Degree: 120 Credits 

Master of Science in TESOL, PreK-12

Coursework completed during B.A. degree: 15 credits
Course work completed during M.S. degree: 21 credits
Total: 36 credits

Total combined program: 141 credits 

For a full curriculum listing visit our catalog. 

Students must submit an Effective Educator Statement to complete their application. You can download requirements here. 

Please submit the completed statement to your application portal

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