Program Overview

Master of Education in Secondary and Middle Grades Education

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Secondary and Middle Grades Education is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become evidence-based instructional leaders, reflective scholar-practitioners, and responsive change agents.

Program Overview

The program is entirely online and can be completed in 18 months to two years. Students are eligible to apply if they are teacher-certified in middle (4-8) or secondary (6-12) English/language arts, history/social studies, mathematics, or the sciences.

Concentrations

Students can choose from the following concentration areas:

• Concentrations – Secondary Education
  • English
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Science
• Concentrations – Middle Grades Education
  • Language Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies

Program Format

• Program Format: Online
• Number of Credit Hours: 30 Total Hours
• Entry Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer
• Time to Complete: Two-year Program

Admissions Requirements

• Online Graduate Application: A non-refundable $60 application fee applies.
• Transcripts: Official transcripts from each college and/or university attended.
• Bachelor's degree: A minimum GPA of 2.75 from a regionally accredited college or university.

Additional Program Requirements

• Valid clear, renewable teaching certificate in the teaching field and grade level for which the applicant is applying.
• Two online recommendations addressing the applicant's success in teaching, ability for success in graduate study, and commitment to adolescent learners.
• Resume or professional vitae documenting education, teaching experience, service accomplishments, and record of leadership.

Program Benefits

• Approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
• 100% online, providing flexibility for a balanced work-learn life.
• M.Ed. transferability: Up to 6 credit hours from the M.Ed. can be applied to the Ed.S.

Career Opportunities

A Master of Education degree in Secondary and Middle Grades Education can lead to various professional jobs, including:

• Academic Adviser
• Curriculum Consultant
• Education Consultant
• Education Policy Analyst
• High School Teacher
• Museum Educator
• Researcher
• Special Education Teacher
• Textbook Author
• Training and Development Specialist

Related Degrees & Programs

• Educational Leadership, M.Ed.
• Educational Leadership, Ed.S.
• Teacher Leadership, M.Ed.