Masters of Arts in Education – Professional EducatorHenry Predolin School of Nursing, Business, Education, and Health Sciences

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The Masters of Arts in Education: Professional Educator degree at Edgewood College provides exceptional versatility for students interested in education who are not seeking a teaching or administrator license.

There are four Professional Educator specializations:

Generalist for students interested in non-licensure programs focusing on teaching and learning in PK-12 settings, or who are pursuing education-related professional goals in other areas such as non-profit organizations or community agencies
English as a Second Language (ESL)/Bilingual for students interested in non-licensure ESL and Bilingual educational exploration and expertise
PK-12 Educational Leadership for students interested in non-licensure administration of educational programs
Cross-Categorical Special Education for students interested in non-licensure development in special education programs children, youth, and young adults

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Locations
Madison, WI

Formats
Hybrid

Number of Credits
33

Courses are asynchronous or blended online with virtual class sessions offered evenings and weekends.
Begin in the fall, spring, or summer.
Students’ previous academic accomplishments are highly valued and often result in more timely completion of the program.
Courses are taught by academically and professionally qualified faculty.
Students have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with instructors and advisors to discuss individual goals, interests and special needs.
Our small class sizes promote a sense of community and facilitate individualized interactions.
Edgewood College has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best National University,” among “America’s Best Colleges” by Forbes, and a “Best in the Midwest College” by Princeton Review.

Students complete a minimum of 30 credits to receive the Master of Arts in Education: Professional Educator degree. Coursework for each specialization is divided into the following sections:

Specializations
Students choose elective courses in their chosen specializations configured to meet their professional goals.

Research Sequence
Students take the following research courses leading up to research capstone projects:

EDU 790 or AREDU 790, Introduction to Educational Research
EDU 792 or AREDU 792, Research Capstone Project (EDU 790/AREDU 790 prerequisite)

Social Justice Core

Students successfully complete any three of the following courses:

AREDU 600 Diversity in the Classroom (or EDU 600)
AREDU 603 Development & Disability in Children & Youth
AREDU 605 Diversity and Transitions
AREDU 675 Social Studies Methods and Diversity (or EDU 675)
AREDU 692 Foundations of Adolescent Development (or EDU 692)
EDU 600 Diversity in the Classroom
EDU 630 Paradigms of ESL/Bilingual Education
EDU 631 Second Language Acquisition
EDU 635 ESL Curriculum Design & Assessment
EDU 655 Equitable and Antiracist Reading Pedagogies
EDU 675 Social Studies Methods and Diversity
EDU 692 Foundations of Adolescent Development
EDU 772 Introduction to Educational Leadership
EDU 778 Inclusive School Law

Provide evidence of a baccalaureate or more advanced degree from a United States regionally accredited or equivalent post-secondary institution with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission status. The cumulative grade point average is computed on the highest degree held at the time of application to the Edgewood College graduate program.
Complete and submit graduate application. This application is for graduate students who want to pursue a Master’s degree, license or certificate, or take courses as a non-degree student.
Request that official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate academic credits received from each post-secondary institution you attended be sent directly to Edgewood College Graduate and Professional Studies.
International Students may have additional admission requirements. Learn more.

Transfer Credits
You may submit up to 12 semester hours of graduate credit for consideration of transfer to Edgewood College for application to a degree program. Approval of the respective department is required. To be considered for application to a degree program, a course must have been taken within the past five years. For more information about transfer credits, please contact your admissions counselor.

Attending graduate school is one of the best investments you will ever make in yourself and your future. Completing your Master’s degree demonstrates your commitment to life-long learning and your dedication to the profession. As a graduate student in the School of Education at Edgewood College you’ll join a unique community of learners and leaders. You’ll work with experienced faculty leaders who offer responsive and supportive advising and are dedicated to helping you meet your individual and professional goals.

Tuition and Financial Aid information for license and master’s programs.

Graduate students are eligible for financial aid in the form of Federal Stafford Loans. Learn more about Stafford Loans, including eligibility requirements and application instructions at Graduate Student Financial Aid.

Financial Aid Questions? Contact Edgewood Central at 608-663-4300 or ecentral@edgewood.edu.

Our admissions and financial aid counselors have worked with thousands of students who have questioned how they could afford to complete their graduate education. They will use their experience to suggest creative solutions for financing your education. We work with students and organizations to manage tuition reimbursement plans, extend tuition discounts to various corporate partners in the region, offer third party billing and monthly payment plans, and work with veterans to maximize their available aid.

Masters of Arts in Education – Professional EducatorHenry Predolin School of Nursing, Business, Education, and Health Sciences

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