This program is for educators who are, or will be, working with second-language learners. Students gain a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of second-language acquisition, as well as related educational theories and practices.
As a student in this program, you’ll learn how to address the linguistic, academic, social, and cultural needs of second-language learners and to advocate for bilingual/bicultural education programs.
The Bilingual-Bicultural Education program leads to a Master of Arts or a Master of Education degree with a State of Illinois endorsement in Bilingual Education, English as a Second Language (ESL), or both. Students with a concentration in Bilingual-Bicultural Education must show proficiency in a second language. Students with a concentration in ESL are not required to show proficiency in a second language.
Why is DePaul’s program special?
The Bilingual-Bicultural Education program will prepare you to understand and implement a wide-range of learning strategies and assessments that are both academically rigorous and culturally sensitive.
You’ll study the relationship of language, culture, and identity within social, educational, and political contexts. You’ll examine the sociopolitical implications of various approaches to language education and language policies. And, you’ll understand the processes involved in first- and second-language acquisition and language/literacy development.
Our program encourages collegiality and collaboration among educators and schools in support of activism and social change for under-served students, families, and communities.
Degree Requirements
Master of Arts (M.A.)
- with two endorsements: bilingual education and ESL = 13 courses (52 quarter hours) and completion of a Master's thesis
- with one endorsement: bilingual education or ESL (includes a thesis course) = 13 courses (52 quarter hours) and completion of Master's thesis
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
- with two endorsements: bilingual education and ESL = 13 courses (52 quarter hours) and completion of a Master's paper
- with one endorsement: bilingual education or ESL = 13 courses (52 quarter hours) and completion of a Master's paper
Master of Education or Master of Arts with State Teaching Certification
- with two endorsements: bilingual education and ESL = 17-21 courses (60-84 quarter hours) and completion of a Master's thesis or Master's paper
- with one endorsement: bilingual education or ESL = 17-20 courses (60-84 quarter hours) and completion of Master's thesis or Master's paper
Bilingual-Bicultural Education Program Handbook
An Endorsement Only program is also available.
Printable PDF of the program requirements
Admission requirements
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