Program Overview

STEM Education - Mathematics and Statistics

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in STEM Education degree program has three areas of concentration: Mathematics and Statistics Education, Science Education, and Engineering and Technology Education. Each of these concentrations has one shared core course, and the curriculum for each concentration totals 30 credit hours. The M.Ed. in STEM Education - Mathematics and Statistics is designed to support advancement in education careers for teachers specializing in math and/or statistics.

Delivery Format

The program is delivered online, with courses including lecture videos, activities, and other media accessed from NC State’s WolfWare website. Students interact extensively with both the instructor and their peers using online communication tools.

Entrance Exam

No entrance exam is required for admission.

College of Education

The program is part of the College of Education at North Carolina State University.

Eligibility

Required for admission:

• Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA
• Three references
• Narrative written personal statement
• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or mathematics education

Applicants select their subspecialty/concentration on their application and are routed to their subspecialty for review.

Plan of Study

This master’s program can usually be completed within two years by full-time students and within three to four years by part-time students. Key components of the program include:

• Meeting the requirements for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction for advanced licensure for master’s degree
• A curriculum that supports mathematics teachers applying for National Board Certification
• Scholarship opportunities

Career Prospects

The M.Ed. in STEM Education - Mathematics and Statistics is intended for pre-college K-12 teachers (Grades 6-12), community college instructors, and subject specialists who work in areas of mathematics education. The curriculum supports teachers in developing skills for applying for National Board Certification. Math and Statistics teachers remain in demand, and the program provides the foundation math teachers need to succeed in today’s job market.

Accreditation

North Carolina State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees.