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Welcome to the English Education Program
When you embark upon an English Education graduate program at Teachers College, you are joining a vibrant community of educators, scholars, and activists building upon our rich history as the nation's founding graduate school of education working to shape the future of English Education across the globe. You'll join a diverse body of empowered and unique voices committed to building collaboration while embracing the individual in the inimitable urban setting of New York City. You will work to shape the way that English Education sustains and nurtures student identities across traditional and emerging forms of writing and reading. Teacher's College prepares students to think, act, and educate as inclusive and progressive leaders building the future of education.
Choose Your Degree
- I’m Interested in becoming a NYS Certified Teacher (Initial or Professional)
- I’m Interested in getting a M.A. or Ed.M Degree (Non-certification)
- I’m Interested in Doctoral Study
These tracks lead students to both a Master of Arts degree, and Initial N.Y. State Teaching Certification
Initial Certification Track:
This track is for prospective English teachers and includes coursework and fieldwork (student teaching)
Professional Certification Track:
This track is for current English teachers looking to upgrade their Initial to Professional Certification
Combined Certification Tracks:
This track leads to combined Initial Certification in English and TESOL.
Peace Corps Fellows Program leading to Transitional B Certification (35 Credits)
- For more information, go here: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/pcfellows/
TR@TC – TESOL and M.A. in the Teaching of English (46 Credits)
- For more information: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/arts-and-humanities/applied-linguistics-tesol/degrees--requirements/tesolteaching-of-english-ma-trtc-dual/
For more information: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/teachingresidents/
These tracks lead students to either a Master of Arts or an Master of Education degree, but do not include teaching certification.
M.A. in Teaching of English (34 credits)
This is a coursework-based Master’s program which allows students to gain a deeper understanding of critical issues in the field of English Education.
INSTEP M.A. in Teaching of English (34 credits)
This online program is geared toward in-service teachers who wish to further their teaching, research, and leadership skills while remaining full time teachers in their communities.
Ed.M in English Education (60 credits)
This is a research-based Master’s program well suited for current teachers who wish to delve into deeper study of English education and/or are considering doctoral work.
These tracks lead students to doctoral degrees within the field of English Education.
Ph.D. in English Education (75 credits)
This program is a research and coursework-based PhD designed to prepare students for scholarly work in the field of English Education.
Ed.D. in the Teaching of English (75 credits)
This program combines coursework and research to prepare students for a variety of academic and administrative career paths.
Ed. D.C.T. in the College Teaching of English (75 credits)
This program is targeted toward students who have been or plan to teach entry-level college English courses upon graduation (e.g. composition courses).
For admissions, please contact admission@tc.columbia.edu
English Ed in the News
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Dr. Marcelle Mentor contributed to an article titled, “When People Say They Don’t See Race, I Ask Them If They Don’t See Me” through EdWeek. The piece is part of a six-part series featured on EdWeek, which covers contributions from faculty at universities as well as other educators in New York City and the USA. This sixth post explores, “Why colorblindness continues to be perpetuated in the field of education and the cost of not addressing it."
"Before deeply investigating the disparities in their suspension data, school districts must first acknowledge and affirm the humanity of black girls. They must understand how their practice of disproportionately suspending them is an infringement on their humanity. Black girls deserve to be seen for their complexity and should not have certain aspects of their behavior stereotyped as defiant and deviant. Stereotypes flatten their experiences."
Admissions Information
Application Requirements
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Master of Arts
- Teaching of English Non-Certification
- Teaching of English Initial Cert: English 7-12
- Teaching of English Professional Cert: English 7-12
- Teaching of English (INSTEP) Non-Certification
- Teaching of English (Peace Corps Fellows) Transitional B Cert: English 7-12
- TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages/Teaching of English Dual Cert: TESOL (Pre K-12) and Teaching of English (7-12)
- TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages/Teaching of English (Teaching Residents) Dual Cert: TESOL (Pre K-12) and Teaching of English (7-12) (TR@TC) [Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle.]
- Master of Education
- Doctor of Education
- Doctor of Education in College Teaching
Fund Your Degree
English Education
Doctor of Philosophy
- Major Code: ENGD
- Points/Credits: 75
- Entry Terms: Fall Only
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): December 1
- Summer/Fall (Final): January 15
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation, one (1) of which must be academic
- Academic Writing Sample
- Three to five (3-5) years full-time teaching experience is expected
Teaching of English
Master of Arts
- Major Code: ENGL
- Points/Credits: 34
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
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- Non-Certification Track
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* For details about rolling deadlines, visit our admission deadlines page.
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
Teaching of English
Master of Arts
- Major Code: ENGL-INIT
- Points/Credits: 38
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
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- NY State Initial: English Language Arts 7-12
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* For details about rolling deadlines, visit our admission deadlines page.
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Video Essay (included in online application)
Teaching of English
Master of Arts
- Major Code: ENGL-PROF
- Points/Credits: 34
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer/Fall
Certification
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- NY State Professional: English Language Arts 7-12
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* For details about rolling deadlines, visit our admission deadlines page.
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Must hold Initial Certification
Teaching of English
Master of Education
- Major Code: ENGL
- Points/Credits: 60
- Entry Terms: Fall Only
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): January 15
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation, one (1) of which must be academic
- Academic Writing Sample
Teaching of English
Doctor of Education
- Major Code: ENGL
- Points/Credits: 75
- Entry Terms: Fall Only
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): December 1
- Summer/Fall (Final): January 15
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation, one (1) of which must be academic
- Academic Writing Sample
- Three to five (3-5) years full-time teaching experience is expected
Teaching of English
Doctor of Education in College Teaching
- Major Code: ENGL
- Points/Credits: 75
- Entry Terms: Fall Only
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): December 1
- Summer/Fall (Final): January 15
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation, one (1) of which must be academic
- Academic Writing Sample
- Evidence in college teaching experience is expected, but not required
Teaching of English (INSTEP)
Master of Arts
- Major Code: ENGL
- Points/Credits: 34
- Entry Terms: Summer Only
Certification
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- Non-Certification Track
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): April 1
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Program does not lead toward certification, applicants should already be certified or not seeking certification
Teaching of English (Peace Corps Fellows)
Master of Arts
- Major Code: ENGL-TRAN
- Points/Credits: 35
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer
Certification
View Public Disclosure Notification
- NY State Transitional B: English Language Arts 7-12
Application Deadlines
- Spring: November 15
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): January 15
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Supplemental application required (included in online application)
TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages/Teaching of English
Master of Arts
- Major Code: TSEN
- Points/Credits: 46
- Entry Terms: Summer/Fall
Certification
View Public Disclosure Notification
- Dual Certification NY State Initial: English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Pre-K-12
- and NY State Initial: Teaching of English (7-12)
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): January 15
- Summer/Fall (Final): Rolling
* For details about rolling deadlines, visit our admission deadlines page.
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam required for all Non-native English Speakers (see program website for acceptable exams and score minimums)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Application Supplement (included in online application)
- Video Essay (included in online application)
- English Proficiency exam required for all Non-native English Speakers
- See program website for acceptable exams and score minimums
TESOL: Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages/Teaching of English (Teaching Residents)
Master of Arts
- Major Code: TSEN
- Points/Credits: 46
- Entry Terms: Spring/Summer
Certification
View Public Disclosure Notification
- Dual Certification NY State Initial: English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Pre-K-12
- and NY State Initial: Teaching of English (7-12)
Application Deadlines
- Spring: N/A
- Summer/Fall (Priority): N/A
- Summer/Fall (Final): N/A
* *Program is not accepting applications for the 2024 cycle*
Supplemental Application Requirements/Comments *
- Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume
- Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed
- Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam required for all Non-native English Speakers (see program website for acceptable exams and score minimums)
- $75 Application Fee
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
- Application Supplement (included in online application)
- Video Essay (included in online application)
- English Proficiency exam required for all Non-native English Speakers
- See program website for acceptable exams and score minimums