Is Getting a Masters in TEFL Worth It?

From New Republic

Many people ask me if I think getting a Masters in TEFL or Applied Linguistics is worth it.
For me it has been. I have two masters, one in TEFL and one in Educational Administration. Without these I wouldn't have the job I have now. However, you have to choose what's right for you.

A Masters in TEFL may not be worth it if . . .

• You're only planning on teaching for a gap year or two.
• It wouldn't make sense financially.
• TEFL isn't your main job.
• You hate TEFLing and have a definite exit plan.

A Masters in TEFL may not be worth it if . . .

• You've decided to make a career out of TEFLing.
• It's becoming a requirement to get a good TEFL job.
• You've found an affordable programme.
• You enjoy TEFLing.

There are a number of masters that can be done online. Here is a list of hundreds of programmes around the world. You'll have to decide if TEFLing is right for you. If it is, I recommend getting a masters sooner rather than later.