Master of Science - MS in Second Language Instruction - Non-Thesis Troy University

At TROY, we believe communication is the cornerstone for success. That’s why we prepare our students to effectively navigate and flourish in a rapidly changing and assimilating world. As partnerships are forged between countries in the name of commerce and progress, never has it been so important to understand one another. Through TROY’s Master of Science in Second Language Instruction (SLI)/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), you can use your baccalaureate degree in English, sociology, education, psychology, journalism, linguistics or any language-related discipline to help prepare yourself and/or others to teach and learn second or additional languages around the world. As the national and international demand for second language (L2), ESL or TESOL teachers continue to increase, the heart of our program is to expand your skills and knowledge in the fields of second language instruction, applied linguistics and foreign language research and teaching. The interdisciplinary coursework and theoretical and practical research of our program equip you to identify and analyze learners’ learning capacity, design second language teaching curricula and understand the variety of evidence-based teaching and assessment practices. The SLI program is offered both online and on campus (Troy Campus and Montgomery Campus); hence, you can choose the option that best fits your schedule. You will have the opportunity to write a thesis or complete supervised research, pass comprehensive exams or final project.

Troy University is a comprehensive public university located in Troy, Alabama, United States. It was founded in 1887 as Troy State Normal School and has since evolved into a prominent institution of higher learning in the state of Alabama. The university now operates four campuses in Alabama: the main campus in Troy, as well as satellite campuses in Dothan, Montgomery, and Phenix City. Troy University also offers a robust online learning program, making it accessible to students around the world.

Troy University is known for its diverse student body, with students from over 70 countries attending the institution. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including business, education, arts and sciences, health and human services, communication, and fine arts, among others. The school's athletic teams, known as the Trojans, compete in NCAA Division I as a member of the Sun Belt Conference.

Troy University is committed to providing a high-quality education to its students while promoting a culture of inclusiveness, innovation, and service.