REACH NEW HEIGHTS
Earn an MA in an education program at the Pepperdine Graduate School of Education and Psychology
Every day, students at the Pepperdine Graduate School of Education and Psychology (GSEP) challenge themselves to diversify their perspectives and achieve academic excellence through a wide range of master’s and doctoral programs.
SOUND INTERESTING?
Then explore our programs offered at California campuses in Malibu, Calabasas, Irvine, and West Los Angeles and at our campus in Washington, DC. Programs are also offered fully online or in a hybrid format.
Whether you aspire to become a licensed therapist, board-certified analyst, teacher, or leader in local or global organizations, there is a place for you at Pepperdine GSEP.
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Master of Arts in Teaching
Prepares students to become exceptional K–12 teachers, earning a preliminary multiple- or single-subject teaching credential in addition to a master of arts in teaching.
Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Prepares students to teach English as an additional language from preschool through university in the US. and abroad. Graduates become culturally competent educational leaders with expertise in second language acquisition, and theory and practice, as well as curriculum development and assessment. Four specializations in leadership are offered. Six units will also transfer to an education doctoral pathway.
STUDENT PROFILE
Individuals wishing to gain skills and tools needed to become exemplary K–12 teachers of diverse learners across an array of schools in the state of California.
FORMAT/ LENGTH/ START TERMS
PROGRAM LOCATION(S)
• Hybrid format (60% in person / 40% online)
• 11 months
• Fall, Spring
• West Los Angeles (Fall/Spring)
• Calabasas (Fall)
• Irvine (Fall)
COST PER UNIT
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
• $1,510 per unit
• 30 units
• Application and application fee
• Official transcripts
• Letter of recommendation
• Statement of Purpose
• Signed Statement of Responsibility Form
• CBEST and CSET or equivalent
• Certificate of Clearance (COC)
• TB test
• TOEFL/IELTS if an international student
• Transcript evaluation needed for international students with a bachelor’s degree from a non-US school
• Social Security Number required
STUDENT LIFE
Students eligible for:
• On-campus student jobs
• University wellness services
• Writing support
• Global library resources
• New student scholarships
Individuals aspiring to teach English overseas or domestically in a variety of learning organizations, such as community colleges, language schools, or elementary and secondary educational settings.
• Daytime in-person format
• 11 months
• Fall
Required classes at
• Malibu and
• Calabasas
• $1,510 per unit
• 30 units
• Application and application fee
• Official transcripts
• Letter of recommendation
• Statement of Purpose
• TOEFL/IELTS if an international student
• Transcript evaluation needed for international students with a bachelor’s degree from a non-US school
Master of Arts in Social Entrepreneurship and Change
This blended format, bi-coastal program prepares students to generate solutions to pressing problems impacting individuals, communities, and nations to create a more just world. Six units will also transfer to an education doctoral pathway.
This program is meant for individuals who are driven to improve the lives of others, their communities, and the world at large by creating and leading lasting, marketbased solutions to the world’s most complex challenges.
• Hybrid format
• 20 months
• Fall
• Cohort learning model
Required virtual classes and classes at
• West Los Angeles and
• Washington, DC
• $1,510 per unit
• 34 units
• Application and application fee
• Official transcripts
• Letter of recommendation
• Statement of Purpose
• TOEFL/IELTS if an international student
• Transcript evaluation needed for international students with a bachelor’s degree from a non-US school
Students eligible for:
• On-campus student jobs
• University wellness services
• Writing support
• Global library resources
• New student scholarships
Students eligible for:
• On-campus student jobs
• University wellness services
• Writing support
• Global library resources
• New student scholarships
PROGRAM