It is possible for international students who have graduated from the Masters in TESOL/Bilingual Education to stay in the United States for an extra year to work and get practical experience.   The two paths that a student can take are to apply for Curricular Practical Training (CPT)  or  Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Curricular Practical Training
      Work experience that is directly related to ESL teaching may be considered for CPT.  This includes internships or practicum programs organized through the TESOL/Bilingual department.

Optional Practical Training
        Under the OPT option, a student may be able to work in a job directly related to the TESOL/Bilingual area of study.  The maximum time for such work is one year.  The OPT option can be pursued either during or after completion of a student's academic coursework.