Programs
Undergraduate Programs
The undergraduate programs offered by the School of Education are through the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum.
BS in Elementary Education (BSELED)
(requires a content major or two minors)
Integrated Science
Language Arts
Social Studies
BS with Secondary Certification
Integrated Science (includes minor)
Social Studies (includes minor)
Graduate Programs
The School of Education offers master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. A general description of each degree is provided below. Admission for any graduate degree offered in the School of Education is based on the total profile of the student and includes the analysis of admission documents as well as the professional judgment of the program faculty. Requirements for specific degrees offered in the three departments of the School of Education are described under the departmental headings.
MAT: Master of Arts in Teaching
The MAT program is an inter-departmental curriculum for teachers who desire a combination of professional preparation and subject matter specialization in their graduate study. A teaching certificate is required for graduation. Degrees are offered in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum.
MA: Master of Arts
The MA program is a one- or two-year program beyond the bachelor’s degree and is offered in all three departments of the School of Education.
MS: Master of Science
The MS program is a one- or two-year program beyond the baccalaureate degree for certified teachers who desire an endorsement in Special Education/Learning Disabilities. The degree is offered in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum.
EdS Educational Specialist
The EdS program builds upon the master’s degree in providing a more focused program of study, generally taking a minimum of one year beyond the master’s level.
EdD Doctor of Education and PhD Doctor of Philosophy
The doctorate consists of course work and a dissertation, usually taking a minimum of two years of work beyond the master’s level.