Program Description

The Master of Arts degree in Multicultural and Multilingual Education in Secondary Schools is developed in response to demographic shifts in California public schools toward multicultural and multilingual student populations. This program is for secondary and other educators who work with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

The Master of Arts degree in Multicultural and Multilingual Education in Secondary Schools is designed to:

• Broaden students’ knowledge of ESL, bilingual and multicultural education.
• Develop leadership skills in ESL, bilingual and multicultural education.
• Develop research skills in ESL, bilingual and multicultural education.
• Develop skills and knowledge in effectively working with students and families of diverse cultural backgrounds.

Admission Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
2. Employment as an instructor or as a developer or a user of educational technology.
3. Submission of a completed department application.
4. Submission of a completed application to CSUN via Cal State Apply.
5. Cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6.5

Remarks:

Score reporting required.