By TED Staff
November 2021
An online master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction is the ideal graduate degree for the teacher who enjoys planning out students’ paths to success. Fortunately, pursuing just such a degree, while also teaching full time, has become more convenient than ever before.
Today, most universities offer graduate degrees which can be completed entirely online. In fact, nearly 100 schools offer fully online master’s degrees in Curriculum and Instruction, and we have researched all of them to determine the very best.
Ranking Methodology:
To come up with our ranking, we began by compiling a list of any and all universities offering an online master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. We then used the following points-based system to determine the best 42.
Estimated Program Cost (for in-state students):
Under $20,000: 5 points
Under $30,000: 4 points
Under $40,000: 3 points
Under $50,000: 2 points
Under $60,000: 1 point
Student to Faculty Ratio:
10:1 and lower: 5 points
11:1 to 12:1: 4 points
13:1 to 15:1: 3 points
16:1 to 20:1: 2 points
21:1 and higher: 1 point
Overall Graduation Rate:
90% and above: 5 points
75% and above: 4 points
50% and above: 3 points
25% and above: 2 points
24% and below: 1 point
20-Year Net Return on Investment (ROI):
10% and above: 5 points
8%-9%: 4 points
6%-7%: 3 points
4%-5%: 2 points
3% and below: 1 point
Note: In the event of a tie in points, the higher ranking was awarded to the university with the lower estimated tuition cost. All tuition and other statistics mentioned below are accurate as of November 2021.
#42. Western Governors University
Online Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction
Salt Lake City, Utah
Estimated Program Cost: $9,720
Total Points: 6
One of the few programs on this list that does not require a teaching license or background, Western Governors University’s master of science in curriculum and instruction online program does require that one have access to a “community of learners” for the capstone project prior to graduation. The school encourages prospective students to contact an enrollment counselor to find out more about the admission process unique to this school. The Western Governors University online MS in curriculum and instruction degree is a 13-course program that is generally completed in about two years.
#41. Louisiana State University, Shreveport
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Shreveport, Louisiana
Estimated Program Cost: $11,203
Total Points: 8
Louisiana State University-Shreveport’s online master of education in curriculum and instruction program features six concentrations: general education; reading and literacy; TESOL; STEM education; educational technology leadership; and urban education. With six start dates per academic year, this program uses seven-week terms to maximize productivity. Applicants to the Louisiana State University-Shreveport MEd in curriculum and instruction online degree should be prepared to provide evidence of an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.5 over the last 60 hours of attempted coursework.
#40. South Dakota State University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Brookings, South Dakota
Estimated Program Cost: $16,310
Total Points: 10
South Dakota State University’s master of education in curriculum and instruction online degree program features three primary areas in which to specialize: elementary, secondary, and early childhood. Each specialization requires completing a thesis within the thirty-credit program unless you elect for more hours. If you do, you will choose 32 credits with a research and design paper, or 35 credits for coursework only. Another option for South Dakota State University’s online MEd in curriculum and instruction degree is to pursue the program’s English as a Second Language coursework, leading to the K-12 English as a New Language endorsement on a teaching certificate.
#39. Liberty University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction — Student Services
Lynchburg, Virginia
Estimated Program Cost: $14,940
Total Points: 10
Utilizing an extremely convenient 8-week course format, Liberty University online MEd in curriculum and instruction program has twelve available specializations, including special education, gifted education, educational technology and online instruction, early childhood education, and urban education. This school will also recognize degrees awarded by nationally accredited institutions of higher learning, such as those accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education. The Liberty University master of education in curriculum and instruction online degree does not require any full-time professional teaching experience from those seeking this degree.
#38. Chadron State College
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Chadron, Nebraska
Estimated Program Cost: $13,680
Total Points: 10
Chadron State College’s 36-credit hour M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction online degree boasts highly accessible 8-week terms and no additional out of state tuition fees. The program has ten 100% online specializations: general education (elementary); business education (secondary); special education K12; reading specialist PK-12; social science (elementary and secondary); physical education (elementary and secondary); mathematics (elementary and secondary); educational technology (elementary and secondary); early childhood special education; and career and technical education (secondary). Two additional partially online specializations are available, language arts and science, for the Chadron State College online MEd – curriculum and instruction degree.
#37. Black Hills State University
Online Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction
Spearfish, South Dakota
Estimated Program Cost: $12,845
Total Points: 10
Black Hills State University’s online master of science: curriculum and instruction degree has six areas of emphasis available: K12 mathematics education; K12 library media; K12 technology integrationist; K12 special education; early childhood; and early childhood special education. All programs are 35 hours in length and the area of emphasis is not noted on the resulting diploma. The Black Hills State University MS: curriculum and instruction online degree asks applicants to provide evidence of a 3.0 undergraduate GPA, an awarded bachelor’s degree, and three years of full-time teaching experience.
#36. Illinois State University
Online Master of Science in Teaching and Learning
Normal, Illinois
Estimated Program Cost: $12,107.70
Total Points: 10
Requiring at least one year of professional teaching experience, the Illinois State University online master of science in teaching and learning program further asks for a GPA of 3.0 over the last 60 hours of completed coursework at any college level. The 30 credit hour program allows the student (working in concert with an advisor) to design their own 9-hour concentration. Illinois State University’s MS in teaching and learning online degree also requires six hours of research experience.
#35. Northeastern State University
Online Master of Education in Learning and Instruction
Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Estimated Program Cost: $27,900
Total Points: 11
Open to being pursued part-time or full-time, the Northeastern State University online master of education in learning and instruction degree can be completed in under two years. The program operates with a rolling admissions basis with three admit dates per year. Northeastern State University’s MEd in learning and instruction program is 53 quarter hours in length and asks that applicants send them a statement of purpose, a professional resume, all undergraduate transcripts, and two letters of recommendation with the application packet.
#34. Concordia University — Ann Arbor
Online Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Estimated Program Cost: $19,034
Total Points: 11
Concordia University-Ann Arbor’s faith-based master of science in curriculum and instruction online degree is 31 credit hours long and can be completed with an ESL endorsement. Scholarship opportunities abound in this program, which has no GRE entrance requirement. The Concordia University-Ann Arbor online MS in curriculum and instruction degree asks applicants to supply a personal essay, a current resume, and two letters of recommendation with the admissions packet. The packet will then be passed on to an admissions committee for consideration.
#33. Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Natchitoches, Louisiana
Estimated Program Cost: $17,100
Total Points: 11
Requiring a bachelor’s degree in education for admission, the Northwestern State University of Louisiana master of education in curriculum and instruction online degree has five specializations on offer: English education; reading; transition to teaching; school librarian; and professional teaching standards for the teacher leader. This 36 credit program can be pursued completely online and focuses on research, pedagogy, and content. Northwestern State University of Louisiana’s online MEd in curriculum and instruction degree does not lead to licensure for students outside of the Sugar State.
#32. Missouri Southern State University
Online Master of Science in Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Joplin, Missouri
Estimated Program Cost: $12,600
Total Points: 11
Set up for part-time pursuit by working educators, the Missouri Southern State University online master of science in education in curriculum and instruction degree can be completed two courses at a time, in just six semesters. No campus visits are required in the course of this degree, and it uses the cohort model, moving the same group of students through a set schedule of classes. Missouri Southern State University’s MSE in curriculum and instruction online degree is a 36-credit hour program that involves multiculturalism and classroom management.
#31. Nicholls State University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Thibodaux, Louisiana
Estimated Program Cost: $12,363.90
Total Points: 11
After filling out an online application form and submitting a $20 application fee to the Nicholls State University online master of education in curriculum and instruction program, applicants must additionally supply a recent GRE score, all higher education transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to be considered for admission. The degree offers five specialization areas: elementary education; secondary education; early childhood education; high incidence disabilities with applied behavior analysis option; and reading specialist. Nicholls State University’s MEd in curriculum and instruction online degree is 30 units of instruction in length.
#30. Northern State University
Online Master of Science in Education in Teaching and Learning
Aberdeen, South Dakota
Estimated Program Cost: $11,550
Total Points: 11
35 credit hours in length, the Northern State University master of science in education in teaching and learning online degree program culminates with a 1-3 hour master’s research project or three to six hours of approved and relevant electives. Open to certified teachers, the program is looking for applicants who can provide an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 and two letters of recommendation. Northern State University’s online MSE in teaching and learning degree requires passage of oral and written examination prior to students being allowed to graduate.
#29. Valdosta State University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction in Accomplished Teaching
Valdosta, Georgia
Estimated Program Cost: $10,548
Total Points: 11
Offered in concert with sister schools Columbus State University and Georgia Southern University, the Valdosta State University online master of education in curriculum and instruction in accomplished teaching degree is taught by faculty from all three schools and requires no campus visits. The degree can be completed in about four semesters with full-time study, but part-time study is also possible. Valdosta State University’s MEd in curriculum and instruction in accomplished teaching program is looking for applicants that are already employed as classroom teachers who have an accredited bachelor’s degree.
#28. Portland State University
Online Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction
Portland, Oregon
Estimated Program Cost: $19,980
Total Points: 12
Portland State University’s master of arts in curriculum and instruction online program is a fairly substantial 45 credits and takes between two and three years to complete thirty core and 15 elective credits. An applied theoretical ethos predominates, so you will have to do as well as study. While the Portland State University online MA in curriculum and instruction degree has the cohort structure that has grown fairly conventional, the department emphasizes how a relatively rare approach of constructivism informs the rationale for instruction, which takes the active participation in learning to an exceptional level.
#27. Lock Haven University
Online Master of Education in Teaching and Learning
Lock Haven, Pennsylvania
Estimated Program Cost: $18,576
Total Points: 12
The master of education in teaching and learning online degree awarded by Lock Haven University is aligned with the standards set by the National Board for Professional Teaching. The 36-credit hour program combines theory and in-classroom practice for a “best of both worlds” effect. Lock Haven University’s online MEd in teaching and learning program has two concentrations available, instructional technology and early childhood education. An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is requested from applicants to the program as well as three letters of recommendation.
#26. Indiana State University
Online Master of Education in Teaching and Learning
Terre Haute, Indiana
Estimated Program Cost: $18,282
Total Points: 12
The Indiana State University master of education in teaching and learning online degree features six concentrations available for online study: gifted and talented; literacy K-12; assessment (K-12); early childhood (birth to age 8); curriculum and instruction; and elementary education (K-5). The 33 credit hour program accepts full-time and part-time students. Full-time students of the Indiana State University online MEd in teaching and learning program usually finish within two years. Applicants should be ready to provide evidence of at least 12 hours of study in the social sciences in their undergraduate career, but they need not supply a GRE score.
#25. Middle Tennessee State University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Estimated Program Cost: $16,401
Total Points: 12
The 33 credit hour Middle Tennessee State University online master of education in curriculum and instruction program concludes with a written comprehensive exam. Being a licensed teacher is a condition for admission to this program, but that may be waived under special circumstances. Three letters of recommendation and a GRE or MAT score are also conditions of admission for the Middle Tennessee State University MEd in curriculum and instruction online degree. The program also offers a concentration in English as a second language.
#24. Indiana Wesleyan University, National & Global
Online Master of Science in Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction
Marion, Indiana
Estimated Program Cost: $15,510
Total Points: 12
A 33-credit degree program, the Indiana Wesleyan University online M.S. in Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction degree does not lead to licensure in a subject area for the Hoosier State. This program is somewhat unique in that it accepts baccalaureate degrees that are accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Indiana Wesleyan University’s MS in Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction online program requires professional teaching experience of at least one semester and one day, and an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75.
#23. Emporia State University
Online Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction
Emporia, Kansas
Estimated Program Cost: $10,956
Total Points: 12
Emporia State University’s 33-hour online MS in Curriculum and Instruction degree can be completed in about a year for just about $11,000. With six start dates a year, the degree asks applicants to supply evidence of a 2.75 undergraduate GPA, but does not require a GRE score or teaching experience or certification. The Emporia State University MS in Curriculum and Instruction program is fully online, and offers a number of different concentration options.
#22. Angelo State University
Online Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction: Teacher Studies
San Angelo, Texas
Estimated Program Cost: $9,048
Total Points: 12
The Angelo State University online master of arts in curriculum and instruction for teacher studies degree is a 100% digital affair that requires no campus visits. The program offers five start dates a year and convenient eight-week terms. Applicants to Angelo State University’s MA in curriculum and instruction for teacher studies online program do not require a GRE score for admission. Undergraduate GPA should be at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. This program is 39 credit hours in length.
#21. Texas Tech University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Lubbock, Texas
Estimated Program Cost: $25,200
Total Points: 13
Texas Tech University’s M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction offers a 36-credit program that is split between core courses and electives. Students may complete the dual certification path in, for example, STEM education and blended learning. The Texas Tech University online M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction directs students into professional life as academics, leaders, and professors. According to the program website, there are some very specific areas in which students may choose to concentrate. For instance, if one chooses Teacher Education — a path which leads to being a master teacher, teacher coach — or a specialist, the plan is clearly laid out.
#20. St Catherine University
Online Master of Arts in Education w/ a focus on Curriculum and Instruction
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Estimated Program Cost: $19,173
Total Points: 13
St Catherine University’s online master of arts in education in curriculum and instruction program expects it will take you about a year and a half to complete your degree. A focus on STEM-oriented study. You will complete the program once you have done what is termed an “action research project,” designed to be an opportunity to apply deep research to applied practice and measure the results. The St Catherine University 31-credit MAE in curriculum and instruction online degree has scholarship opportunities to hasten progress toward graduation. After you complete your degree, the program notes you will likely see pay increases and expanded administrative options.
#19. Central Michigan University
Online Master of Arts in Learning, Design, and Technology
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Estimated Program Cost: $19,110
Total Points: 13
Students with an undergraduate GPA under 2.5 will not be considered as candidates to the Central Michigan University online master of arts in learning, design and technology program. This program is open to those outside the teaching profession, as long as they have an awarded baccalaureate degree. Central Michigan University’s MA in learning, design, and technology online degree is a 30 credit program that is made of core courses (12 hours), cognate courses (15 hours), and three hours of electives.
#18. The University of Texas at El Paso
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction w/ a concentration in Early Childhood Education
El Paso, Texas
Estimated Program Cost: $17,640
Total Points: 13
The University of Texas at El Paso master of education in curriculum and instruction with a concentration in early childhood education online degree is a fully online 36 credits. For entry into the program you will need an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0, a resume tailored to this program, and a writing sample that functions as your purpose statement clarifying your goals and interests as they pertain to the program. The University of Texas at El Paso online MEd in curriculum and instruction with a concentration in early childhood education program does not require you to produce a thesis to graduate.
#17. New Mexico State University
Online Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum & Instruction
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Estimated Program Cost: $16,048.50
Total Points: 13
New Mexico State University’s master of arts in education in curriculum and instruction online degree features a licensure option and a sans licensure option. The licensure option comes with a chosen focus in either elementary education or secondary education and is comprised of a student teaching component and classwork. The sans licensure option of the New Mexico State University online MAE in curriculum and instruction calls for a minor in either Native American studies, gender and sexuality studies, or nine hours in criminal justice coursework.
#16. Bowling Green State University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Teaching
Bowling Green, Ohio
Estimated Program Cost: $16,005
Total Points: 13
The 33-credit Bowling Green State University master of education in curriculum and teaching online degree offers four endorsements and five certificate options. The endorsements on offer are the following: reading; early childhood generalist; middle childhood generalist; and computer technology. The certificates that are available in concert with the Bowling Green State University online MEd in curriculum and teaching degree are play and learning, assistive technology, secondary transition, autism spectrum disorder, and workforce development. The program is open for currently working teachers to pursue this degree in a part-time fashion.
#15. Sam Houston State University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Huntsville, Texas
Estimated Program Cost: $15,082.50
Total Points: 13
Sam Houston State University’s online master of education in curriculum and instruction degree is a thirty credit program made to balance theory, method, and pedagogical applications. You can be admitted as long as you have a good balance of undergraduate GPA and test scores (over 3.0), and you will not need to supply GREs. One particular specialty is that you can train to teach in dual-credit courses taught in nearby community colleges. The Sam Houston State University MEd in curriculum and instruction online program emphasizes that you will need to certify in a separate institution.
#14. Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Online Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction
Moorhead, Minnesota
Estimated Program Cost: $15,050
Total Points: 13
The 100% online Minnesota State University Moorhead master of science in curriculum and instruction degree offers eight emphasis options: biology; Kodaly; literacy; TESOL; teacher leadership; mathematics; special education; and content specialization. There are also options for twin education-related licensures and two education-related graduate certificates. Admission to the Minnesota State University Moorhead online MS in curriculum and instruction program asks for submission of the following: a minimum of one year of documentable teaching experience; an essay; and an accredited bachelor’s degree in an education discipline.
#13. Eastern Kentucky University
Online Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Richmond, Kentucky
Estimated Program Cost: $13,825
Total Points: 13
The Eastern Kentucky University master of arts in education in curriculum and instruction online degree boasts several areas of concentration: elementary education; school media librarian; literacy P-12; gifted and talented education; and middle grades education. There are four endorsements possible for graduates with this degree, including rank I library endorsement, school media librarianship certification preparation, and literacy endorsement. Application to the Eastern Kentucky University online MAE in curriculum and instruction degree calls for an online application, transcripts, and a recent GRE score. GRE waivers are available to qualified students.
#12. Ball State University
Online Master of Arts in Curriculum and Educational Technology
Muncie, Indiana
Estimated Program Cost: $13,470
Total Points: 13
Ball State University’s master of arts in curriculum and educational technology degree is 100% online and offers two specialization tracks: educational technology and curriculum. The 30 credit program shares 21 hours between the specializations, with nine hours of electives to specialize the degree. The Ball State University online MA in curriculum and educational technology degree does not require a GRE score for application to the school. Some other requirements do include a 2.75 GPA in one’s undergraduate career and an awarded bachelor’s degree from an accredited school.
#11. Arkansas State University
Online Master of Science in Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Jonesboro, Arkansas
Estimated Program Cost: $11,412
Total Points: 13
Doable in just under two years, the 36 credit hour Arkansas State University online master of science in education in curriculum and instruction degree offers conditional and unconditional admission options. Unconditional admission is granted to those who have a 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA in their undergraduate career and have at least one year of certified teaching experience. Conditional admission to Arkansas State University’s MSE in curriculum and instruction online requires two years of certified teaching and a written commitment from an administrator willing to serve as the student’s mentor.
#10. Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Alva, Oklahoma
Estimated Program Cost: $11,287.50
Total Points: 13
The Northwestern Oklahoma State University online master of education in curriculum and instruction degree is 32-35 credit hours long and offers three areas of specialization: special education; National Board Certification preparation; and curriculum leadership. The program is open to those with an elementary or secondary teaching certificate or those with alternative certification, though that will require additional consultation with an advisor. Admission to the Northwestern Oklahoma State University MEd in curriculum and instruction online program calls for a maximum of nine hours to be transferred into the program from other schools.
#9. East Carolina University
Online Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Greenville, North Carolina
Estimated Program Cost: $9,721
Total Points: 13
The 39 semester hour East Carolina University online master of arts in education in curriculum and instruction degree has four start dates a year. The program has two concentrations: English education and history/social studies education. A GRE or MAT score from the last five years is required for application to the East Carolina University MAE in curriculum and instruction online degree, with four application dates throughout the year. The program is comprised of 9-12 hours of core courses and 21 hours in the chosen concentration.
#8. Pennsylvania State University, World Campus
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
University Park, Pennsylvania
Estimated Program Cost: $27,720
Total Points: 14
An oft-recognized leader in online education, Pennsylvania State University’s master of education in curriculum and instruction online degree is a 30-credit hour affair that features six ”paths of learning”: children’s literature; elementary education; curriculum supervision; STEM education; curriculum and instruction specialized path; and a final path that allows a choice between ELA, world languages/ESL, and social studies. The Pennsylvania State University online MEd in curriculum and instruction degree does not require GRE or GMAT scores. You will need to provide two letters of reference, however.
#7. Michigan State University
Online Master of Arts in Teaching and Curriculum
East Lansing, Michigan
Estimated Program Cost: $23,580
Total Points: 14
There are seven concentrations on offer in the Michigan State University master of arts in teaching and curriculum online degree: ed-tech; educational psychology; ESL or ELL; science and math education; literacy and language instruction; K-12 educational administration; and socio-cultural perspectives in teaching and learning. Each concentration is up to nine hours of the 30 hour total for this degree. Michigan State University’s online MA in teaching and curriculum program has three admit dates per year but is unable to admit residents of Kentucky, US territories, or Canadian provinces.
#6. University of Toledo
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Toledo, Ohio
Estimated Program Cost: $18,000
Total Points: 14
The 30-hour University of Toledo online master of education in curriculum and instruction degree features courses from trends to applied assessment. Once in the program, you and your cohort will take parallel core courses. Then, depending on how the department advises you, you will find your own path that leads to a publication-quality piece of writing, a thesis project, or a research project that is based on direct research and application of findings. The University of Toledo MEd in curriculum and instruction online program also offers a LAMP (licensure and master’s program) if you prefer to teach life science 7-12.
#5. University of Kansas
Online Master of Science in Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Lawrence, Kansas
Estimated Program Cost: $17,850
Total Points: 14
The 30-credit University of Kansas master of science in education in curriculum and instruction online degree seeks to strengthen your skills from new instructional methods to meaningful technology application. Admission to the program will require a baccalaureate undergraduate degree with a 3.0 GPA, a convincing introductory letter, and an up-to-date CV. Primarily, this professionalism is for the sake of creating the most effective curricular standards and approaches, particularly for disadvantaged student populations. The University of Kansas online MSE in curriculum and instruction program is part of a department regularly featured near the top among other public education, curriculum, and distance-learning programs.
#4. Fitchburg State University
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Teaching
Fitchburg, Massachusetts
Estimated Program Cost: $13,392
Total Points: 14
Fitchburg State University’s online M.Ed. in Curriculum and Teaching is a 12-course degree comprising 36 credit hours. Admission to the program call for a 2.8 GPA over completed coursework, an awarded bachelor’s degree, and a resume detailing professional experience. The Fitchburg State University online M.Ed. in Curriculum and Teaching is open to individuals who have full or part-time teaching experience. No GRE or teaching license is required for admission to this program.
#3. Appalachian State University
Online Master of Arts in Curriculum Specialist
Boone, North Carolina
Estimated Program Cost: $8,778
Total Points: 14
Appalachian State University’s master of arts in curriculum specialist online degree is a 39 credit program that can be completed in about two years on a part-time basis. The program is for licensed teachers who can provide a GRE score, three references, and an updated resume with the application packet. The Appalachian State University online MA in curriculum specialist program is intended to lead to licensure or certification inside the Tarheel State. Other states’ requirements must be considered on a case by case basis.
#2. George Mason University
Online Master of Education in Transformative Teaching w/ a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction
Fairfax, Virginia
Estimated Program Cost: $15,742.50
Total Points: 15
The George Mason University master of education with a concentration in curriculum and instruction – transformative teaching online degree is 90 percent online. The 30 total credit hour degree is designed according to the cohort model. George Mason University’s online MEd with a concentration in curriculum and instruction – transformative teaching program is a two-year affair that requires applicants to submit a goals statement, two letters of recommendation, and a completed online application with an application fee. The program has a one week on-campus intensive each year of the program.
#1. University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Lowell, Massachusetts
Estimated Program Cost: $14,100
Total Points: 15
The 30-credit University of Massachusetts-Lowell master of education in curriculum and instruction online program has a strong application of theory mentality. Applicants must be licensed active teachers so the culminating capstone can be achieved. Though the program is rigorous, you will need to seek licensure in a different location. Counted among the best values in distance learning, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell online MEd in curriculum and instruction program has fully distance or hybrid approaches available.
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