Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Advanced Study in Geographic Education provides teachers with the opportunity to obtain specialized experience in geographic pedagogy. This degree program is intended for K-12 teachers and is appropriate for both elementary and secondary school teachers.

Program Details

At a Glance

• College/School: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Location: Tempe or Online
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: No

Degree Requirements

• 30 credit hours and an applied project
• Required Core (3 credit hours): COE 501 Introduction to Research and Evaluation in Education (3)
• Geography Coursework (24 credit hours)
• Culminating Experience (3 credit hours): DCI 593 Applied Project (3) or SED 593 Applied Project (3)
• Additional Curriculum Information: Students should see the academic unit for an approved course list.
• Technical Requirements: Students are required to have access to a computer with an Internet connection and the capability to view video and animated files with sound, access to email, and access to a word processing program.

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
• Eligibility: Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's degree in education, geography, or a related area from a regionally accredited institution.
• GPA Requirements: Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
• Application Materials:
  • Graduate admission application and application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Proof of English proficiency
• Additional Application Information: An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency. Letters of recommendation must be from three people who can attest to the applicant's academic and professional achievements. One letter must be from a former instructor.

Tuition Information

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