M.Ed. in Social Science Education
Earn your master’s in one year or less!
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TOTAL COST
$9,976*
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NEXT START DATE
Jun 09, 2025
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COMPLETION TIME
12 Months†
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AVG. SALARY PREMIUM
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SEMESTER CREDITS
34
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The M.Ed. in Social Science Education program is designed for those teaching at the secondary or college level in the field of social science, and this coursework is crafted to integrate content and enhance teaching strategies. The coursework explores the range of issues related to human interaction and learning within a societal context, exploring sociology, psychology, human development, and human relationships. Utilizing evidence-based research, learners investigate historical contexts, theories, standards, and frameworks which have shaped current understanding of human engagement as a foundation for creating learning environments, assessment options, and developing intellectual processes for lifelong learning. The program pursues ways information is designed, displayed, and delivered to impact behavior from various perspectives. By generating critical analysis skills, learners examine the rationale and emergent patterns beneath issues, tracing the cause and effect of cognitive, emotional, social, and physical elements to blend creativity with the practical. Attention is given to strategies to support personal change in thinking, reasoning, and decision making as they influence content, community, and cultural aspects of society.
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You deserve a great return on your educational investment, and we deliver master’s degrees at a total average cost of $10,000. We also award over $1.2M in scholarships and grants each year.
Quality You Expect
We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our faculty work in the industries where you work and are committed to your success, contributing to our 85% graduation rate.¹ Our curriculum equips you with practical strategies you can apply right away, as well as skills to help you advance your career.
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Our virtual campus and convenient start dates provide you the flexibility you need to achieve your goals at a time and place that works with your busy schedule. Our student support services are available 24/7 and tutoring is included at no additional cost.
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Total Cost M.Ed. in Social Science Education |
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Total Tuition 34 semester credits x $235 per credit |
$7,990 |
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Fees $50 Application Fee$100 Conferral Fee $1836 Technology and Library Fee (34 Semester Credits X $54 per Credit) |
$1,986 |
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Total Program Cost |
$9,976* |
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Program Details
Focus of Study
The M.Ed. in Social Science Education program is designed for those teaching at the secondary or college level in the field of social science, and this coursework is crafted to integrate content and enhance teaching strategies. The coursework explores the range of issues related to human interaction and learning within a societal context, exploring sociology, psychology, human development, and human relationships. Utilizing evidence-based research, learners investigate historical contexts, theories, standards, and frameworks which have shaped current understanding of human engagement as a foundation for creating learning environments, assessment options, and developing intellectual processes for lifelong learning. The program pursues ways information is designed, displayed, and delivered to impact behavior from various perspectives. By generating critical analysis skills, learners examine the rationale and emergent patterns beneath issues, tracing the cause and effect of cognitive, emotional, social, and physical elements to blend creativity with the practical. Attention is given to strategies to support personal change in thinking, reasoning, and decision making as they influence content, community, and cultural aspects of society.
Program Outcomes
- Assess contributions in the field of sociology by applying cognitive and psychological foundations to improve personal and corporate productivity. (AO1)
- Analyze theories and principles of sociology to develop methods for research and enhance the documentation and organization of critical elements within a discipline. (AO1)
- Demonstrate knowledge of industry standards and collaborative strategies by incorporating multiple resources and technological solutions to ensure the application of viewpoints and ethical reasoning. (AO4)
- Analyze how experts consider evidence to generate new options and foster a climate of mutual respect and support. (AO2)
- Identify critical issues in the field of sociology and explain their impact on communities, regions, and global concerns. (AO3)
- Promote skills in leadership through collaborative, data-driven decision-making to improve organizational function, contribute to the field of sociology, or engage in meaningful and relevant endeavors. (AO5)
Start Dates
With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.
June 09, 2025 Term
Jun 06, 2025
Payment Due
Jun 06, 2025
Application Due
Jun 09, 2025
Term Start
Jun 13, 2025
Unregister/Cancel Deadline
Jul 27, 2025
Term End
July 07, 2025 Term
August 18, 2025 Term
September 08, 2025 Term
September 29, 2025 Term
November 10, 2025 Term
January 12, 2026 Term
February 23, 2026 Term
Courses
Here are just some of the courses you’ll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.
ED5253 |
Cognition and Critical Thinking |
3 Semester Credits |
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ET5053 |
Design of Learning Environments |
3 Semester Credits |
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TECH5103 |
Online Learning and Teaching |
3 Semester Credits |
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TECH5113 |
Creating Online Collaboration and Communities |
3 Semester Credits |
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SOSC5113 |
The Influence of Culture |
3 Semester Credits |
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SOSC5103 |
Issues in Sociology |
3 Semester Credits |
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SOSC5163 |
Theories, Constructs, and Sociology Research |
3 Semester Credits |
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SOSC5173 |
Individuals, Social Groups, and Interactions |
3 Semester Credits |
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SOSC5183 |
Social Stratification, Deviance, and Social Order |
3 Semester Credits |
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SOSC5193 |
Collective Behavior, Social Movements, and Societal Change |
3 Semester Credits |
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