Accredited Online TESOL Programs
September 4, 2026 2026-10-23 20:40Accredited Online TESOL Programs
Online TESOL Programs
TESOL prepares educators to teach English in a wide range of educational and professional settings, from schools and language institutes to universities, companies, and online classrooms. Seven online programs provide entry points for different stages of experience, beginning with focused certificates and progressing through diploma, master’s, and doctoral study.
As students move through the higher levels, the emphasis expands from effective teaching practice to deeper study of language acquisition, program development, academic inquiry, and educational leadership. This progression allows new teachers to build a strong foundation while giving experienced educators a pathway toward advanced professional practice, research, and leadership in language education.
Explore Our TESOL Programs
Doctoral degree
Doctor of Education in TESOL
Advance your expertise in language education through doctoral study, research, leadership, and professional practice.
- Duration
- Under 4 years, in nine-week courses
- Tuition
- $49,275 · $2,000 per course
- Next start
- Every 10 weeks
- Format
- Weekly live webcam class, plus two four-day residential sessions
- Credits
- 76 units
- Structure
- 19 courses over 19 terms, including a 12-unit dissertation
Master’s degree
Master of Arts in TESOL
Deepen your knowledge of language teaching, learning, research, and professional TESOL practice.
- Duration
- About 2.5 years, in nine-week courses
- Tuition
- From $31,255 · $2,000 per course
- Next start
- Every 10 weeks
- Format
- Weekly 90-minute live webcam class
- Credits
- 44 units
- Structure
- 11 courses plus an eight-unit research portfolio or thesis
Graduate diploma
Graduate Diploma in TESOL
Build broader graduate-level knowledge of TESOL through advanced study in language teaching and methodology.
- Duration
- About 60 weeks, in nine-week courses
- Tuition
- $13,675 · $2,000 per course
- Next start
- Every 10 weeks
- Format
- Weekly 90-minute live webcam class
- Credits
- 24 units
- Structure
- Six courses chosen from nine
Graduate certificate
Graduate Certificate in TESOL
Develop focused graduate-level knowledge of English language teaching, methodology, and classroom practice.
- Duration
- About 20 weeks, in nine-week courses
- Tuition
- $4,675 · $2,000 per course
- Next start
- Every 10 weeks
- Format
- Weekly 90-minute live webcam class
- Credits
- 8 units
- Structure
- Two graduate courses
Undergraduate diploma
Undergraduate Diploma in TESOL
Build a broader foundation in TESOL principles, teaching methodology, assessment, and classroom practice.
- Duration
- About 60 weeks
- Tuition
- $4,660 · $1,050 per course
- Next start
- First Monday of every month
- Format
- Textbook and video lecture with an instructor-led discussion forum — no live classes
- Credits
- Non-credit
- Structure
- Four courses of 135 hours each
Undergraduate certificate
Certificate in TESOL
Develop foundational skills in English language teaching, lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment.
- Duration
- 15 weeks
- Tuition
- $1,280 · $1,050 per course
- Next start
- First Monday of every month
- Format
- Textbook and video lecture with an instructor-led discussion forum — no live classes
- Credits
- 3 credits
- Structure
- One 135-hour course
Undergraduate certificate
Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners
Learn practical approaches to teaching English to children through age-appropriate methods and materials.
- Duration
- 15 weeks
- Tuition
- $1,280 · $1,050 per course
- Next start
- First Monday of every month
- Format
- Textbook and video lecture with an instructor-led discussion forum — no live classes
- Credits
- Non-credit
- Structure
- One 135-hour course
Compare TESOL Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Credits | Entry requirement | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Education in TESOL | Doctoral | Under 4 years | 76 units | A master’s in TESOL, applied linguistics or a relevant area of education, a 3.0 GPA and four years’ TESOL experience | $49,275 |
| Master of Arts in TESOL | Master’s | About 2.5 years | 44 units | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a 3.0 GPA | $31,255 portfolio track $33,955 with a thesis |
| Graduate Diploma in TESOL | Graduate Diploma | About 60 weeks | 24 units | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a 3.0 GPA | $13,675 |
| Graduate Certificate in TESOL | Graduate Certificate | About 20 weeks | 8 units | A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and a 3.0 GPA | $4,675 |
| Undergraduate Diploma in TESOL | Undergraduate Diploma | About 60 weeks | Non-credit | — | $4,660 |
| Certificate in TESOL | Undergraduate Certificate | 15 weeks | 3 credits | 18 or over, or graduated high school | $1,280 |
| Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners | Undergraduate Certificate | 15 weeks | Non-credit | Open enrollment, no transcripts required; 18 or over, or graduated high school | $1,280 |
7
AU faculty and graduates elected TESOL President — three of them teach on these programs
99%
student satisfaction rate, 2025 program average
101
countries have been home to AU students
Accredited
by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and CHEA
Meet Our Faculty
Learn from experienced academics and professionals who bring subject expertise, research, and real-world perspective into the classroom.
Dr David Nunan
Past President, TESOL International Association. Designed Anaheim University’s undergraduate TESOL certificate and diploma.
Dr MaryAnn Christison
Past President, TESOL International Association.
Dr Andy Curtis
Past President, TESOL International Association.
Dr Rod Ellis
Second language acquisition researcher; his work was awarded the Duke of Edinburgh Prize.
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