Master of Education - Curriculum and Teaching

NU offers two track options for students interested in pursuing their master's in education and preparing for increased leadership responsibilities in K-12 or higher education. Options include a standard online MEd track with an array of education level specializations, or an accelerated track MEd that can help you complete your degree in just one year.

National University's online Master's in Education program prepares you to become a leader in the field by giving you the knowledge required to effectively analyze and address educational issues within your area of specialization. Youll apply education leadership principles to real-world problems through professionally relevant case studies all while gaining a wealth of experience from your mentoring professors.

Education professionals are in demand, and Emsi labor market analytics and economic data show plenty of opportunities exist for those who choose to enter the field. Whether you want to teach or prefer to work in an administrative role, earning your PhD can help you impact the industry.

Total Credit Hours: 30-36 Credit Hours

The field of curriculum and teaching is a growth industry in K-12, corporate and higher education settings. If you have a passion for teaching others through quality curricula and desire to advance your skills and increase teacher effectiveness inside and outside the classroom, then NU's master's degree in Curriculum and Teaching specialization is for you. With NU's unique one-to-one mentoring approach, you will enhance your skills in curriculum review, analysis, development, design, implementation and evaluation in diverse contexts. Under the guidance of your doctoral professors, you will also learn to analyze and implement best practices to ensure excellence in instructional delivery.

Applicants must hold a bachelors degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university where an overall grade point average of 2.5 or better was achieved or where a grade point average of 2.75 or higher was achieved in the last 90 quarter units.
Students with a grade point average of 2.0 to 2.49 may be admitted to the University if they have a satisfactory score on one of the following tests GMAT GRE Miller Analogies Test or an approved standardized program specific exam These tests are NOT required for those with a GPA over 2.5.
Students with an undergraduate grade point average of 2.0 to 2.49 may be accepted to National University on a probationary status instead of taking the above tests Students are ineligible for official admission and will not be processed for degree evaluation or financial aid until students have completed a minimum of 4.5 or a maximum of 1.35 quarter units of graduate study with a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Preliminary documentation of prior education must be presented at required interview with an admissions advisor Unofficial transcripts are acceptable
Complete an application for admission and enrollment agreement.