Program Overview

Economics and Entrepreneurship for Educators: M.A.

About this program

The master of arts program in economics and entrepreneurship for educators is designed to provide secondary and primary school teachers with both a foundation in economic theory and a set of strategies and methods for teaching economics in secondary and elementary schools. The program is designed to train teachers who have been identified as exceptional teachers in their region. Graduates of the program are expected to provide economic education leadership in their state and region.

Application Deadlines

• Summer: February 1, every other year in odd-number years

Tuition

Delaware Residents and Delaware Teachers Residing in Other States

• First Summer: Tuition $1,250
• Second Summer: Tuition $1,250
• Intervening School Years: Tuition $0
  • Net tuition rate for Delaware residents and Delaware teachers after the application of the Lerner College in-state scholarship and MAEEE program scholarships.

Non-residents

• First Summer: Tuition $5,000
• Second Summer: Tuition $5,000
• Intervening School Years: Tuition $0

Program Details

• The program aims to equip educators with a comprehensive understanding of economics and entrepreneurship, enabling them to effectively teach these subjects in their classrooms.
• It is tailored for secondary and primary school teachers who have demonstrated exceptional teaching skills in their region.
• Upon completion, graduates are anticipated to assume leadership roles in economic education within their states and regions.