What鈥檚 an M.Ed. Degree?
All you need to know and more.
M.Ed. Degrees Explained
An M.Ed. degree, also known as a master of education, is a graduate degree designed to equip licensed educators with enhanced knowledge, evidence-based practices and leadership skills.
Versatile by nature, a master鈥檚 in education is a great pathway to specialize where you鈥檙e passionate. You can dive deeper into a subject you teach, qualify for teaching in post-secondary settings, prepare to be an administrator, specialize your skills to reach niche needs (curriculum, literacy, special education, etc.) and much more.
Earn a 惭补蝉迟别谤鈥檚 in Education Online
At 番茄视频 (ACE), we offer career-oriented, quality online master鈥檚 in education programs that don鈥檛 break the bank. This means advancing your career can fit within your schedule and budget.
- M.Ed. in Adult Education and Training听
- M.Ed. in Advanced Studies听
- M.Ed. in Biology Education听
- M.Ed. in Chemistry Education听
- M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction听
- M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education听
- M.Ed. in Educational Business Administration听
- M.Ed. in Educational Leadership听
- M.Ed. in Elementary Education听
- M.Ed. in English Education听
- M.Ed. in Health and Wellness Education听
- M.Ed. in Higher Education听
- M.Ed. in History Education听
- M.Ed. in Instructional Coaching and Teacher Leadership听
- M.Ed. in Instructional Design and Educational Technology听
- M.Ed. in Integrated Curriculum听
- M.Ed. in Literacy听
- M.Ed. in Mathematics Education听
- M.Ed. in Sociology Education听
- M.Ed. in Special Education听
- M.Ed. in STEM Education听
- M.Ed. in Teaching English Learners听
ACE鈥檚 foundation is rooted in education 鈥� it鈥檚 right there in our name.
When educators become students at ACE, we know we鈥檝e got high expectations to meet. Regardless of the field, our coursework addresses the evolving needs of education by integrating the latest technology and evidence-based research. ACE understands the unique needs of educators, principals and administrators, especially because many of our faculty and staff have held these jobs themselves.
In the nation for most master’s degrees conferred in education*
*All Education 惭补蝉迟别谤鈥檚 Degrees (CIP 13.00) Source:
Choose the Right Path for Your Career Goals
Sometimes M.Ed. programs are confused with master of arts in teaching (MAT) programs because they鈥檙e both graduate degrees that focus on education and teaching. We鈥檝e compiled a comparison table to highlight key differences between our M.Ed.s and MATs.
| M.Ed. Programs听 | MAT Programs听 | |
|---|---|---|
| Career Goal | Advance education career | Become an educator |
| Completion Time | 12 to 16 months1 | 20 months1 |
| Cost | Under $10,0002 | $10,9762 |
| Licensure Preparation | No | Yes |
FAQs About M.Ed. Degrees
What does an M.Ed. degree cost?
At ACE, our M.Ed. degrees cost under $10,000.2
Do M.Ed. degrees lead to teacher licensure?
No, M.Ed. degrees don鈥檛 lead to teacher licensure. MAT programs are more suitable for those with a bachelor鈥檚 degree to prepare for licensure. There are also certificate options for those who do not have a bachelor鈥檚 degree.
Can I get a master鈥檚 in education online?
Yes, many institutions offer online master鈥檚 in education programs. At ACE, we take flexibility to the next level with predictable course formats, asynchronous coursework and no live lecture requirements.听
Do I need a bachelor鈥檚 degree in education to enroll in an M.Ed. program?
No, it鈥檚 not required to have a bachelor鈥檚 degree in education to enroll in an M.Ed. program.
1This is an estimated time to completion. Actual completion time may vary depending on the number of transfer credits applied, availability of courses, a satisfactory pace, successful course completion and meeting program milestones as required.
2All values shown are an estimated value of the cost of tuition and fees. Actual amounts may vary depending on the number of transfer credits applied to the selected program hours, the pace and satisfactory completion of the selected program, the receipt of scholarship or grant amounts, or adjustments to tuition or fees as described in the Catalog Right to Modify Tuition section. State sales and use tax will apply where required by law.
A Note About Licensure:
Graduates of online degree programs which are approved to lead to licensure, endorsement or certification may be subject to additional requirements for the receipt of initial licensure, endorsement or certification in the state in which they intend to teach or administrate.
Students are strongly encouraged to check licensure requirements in the state in which they intend to teach or administrate to determine whether they are eligible for licensure, endorsement or certification.
It is vitally important that students know and be continually aware of the requirements for licensure in their state. State licensing requirements and licensing agency information may be found here.
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