College of Education and Human Development

Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Master's degrees

Our Master's programs offer a variety of opportunities for educators aiming to enhance their expertise and influence. Whether your interest lies in curriculum development, instructional design, or educational leadership, our diverse range of programs provides a customized pathway for your professional growth.

You will have the opportunity to engage with renowned faculty members who are at the forefront of educational research, bringing a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence into the classroom. Our programs seamlessly integrate theory and practice, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of modern education.

Immerse yourself in a collaborative and inclusive learning environment that fosters critical thinking and embraces cultural diversity. By enrolling in our programs, you position yourself within a dynamic community where the exchange of ideas is encouraged, perspectives are broadened, and lasting connections are cultivated.

Invest in your future. Earn your Master's degree. 

MEd and teaching license programs

Become a Teacher

The accelerated Master of Education and Teaching License program will allow you to complete all the required coursework and teaching hours to become a teacher in your field of choice in just 12-15 months. Our intensive program is rooted in educational equity, inclusive pedagogy, theory and practice. You will graduate ready to earn your license and step into your own classroom in the following areas:

Arts in education MEd and teaching license Arts in education MEd and teaching license

Earn your license to teach PreK-12 visual arts, dance, or theatre arts in just over a year. Our accelerated program will prepare you to step into your classroom with confidence and solid classroom experience

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Elementary education MEd and teaching license Elementary education MEd and teaching license

Earn your masters of education and a license to teach in elementary classrooms (K-6) in Minnesota in just over a year. Our accelerated program will prepare you to step into your classroom with confidence and solid classroom experience.

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English education MEd and teaching license English education MEd and teaching license

Our accelerated program will prepare you to step into your classroom with confidence and solid classroom experience. You will complete all of the required coursework and teaching hours for licensure in just 12 months.

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Mathematics education MEd and teaching license Mathematics education MEd and teaching license

Our accelerated program will prepare you to start teaching with solid classroom experience. You will complete all of the required teaching hours through our unique co-teaching practicum model and required coursework in 12 months.

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Multilingual education MEd and teaching license Multilingual education MEd and teaching license

Earn your master’s of education and a license to teach English as a Second Language and/or world languages in Minnesota K-12 classrooms in just 12 months.

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Multilingual education for working professionals MEd Multilingual education for working professionals MEd

Designed for practicing English as a second language (ESL) or world/classical language teachers who wish to earn a Minnesota teaching license in ESL or a world/classical language or for non-licensed district staff with bachelor’s degrees

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Science education MEd and teaching license Science education MEd and teaching license

Science teachers are in high demand, and this program will prepare you to step into your classroom with confidence and solid classroom experience through our unique co-teaching practicum model.

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Social studies education MEd and teaching license Social studies education MEd and teaching license

Earn your license to teach social studies in grades 5-12 and your master’s degree in just over a year. Our accelerated program will prepare you to start teaching with solid classroom experience.

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MA programs

Become an educational leader, faculty researcher, or education specialist 

Start on the path to becoming a faculty member, educational specialist, administrator, or researcher with an advanced degree. Delve deep into the area of education you are passionate about to ask questions and find answers through your own research agenda. The MA programs are less intensive than the doctoral programs, but are still rigorous explorations of educational research that cover a wide range of research methodologies. 

Mathematics education MA Mathematics education MA

The MA in mathematics education is a research degree designed for experienced educators who wish to explore and improve math teaching and learning.

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Multilingual education MA Multilingual education MA

The MA program in multilingual education offers students the opportunity to study language use, teaching, learning, and policy. The ideal candidates for the program have at least three years of teaching experience and diverse backgrounds

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Science education MA Science education MA

The MA in science education is a research degree designed for experienced educators who wish to explore and improve science teaching and learning.

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Teaching english to speakers of other languages (TESOL) MA Teaching english to speakers of other languages (TESOL) MA

Are you considering a career teaching English as a second or foreign language to adults? The MA in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a professional degree that prepares you to teach English to adult speakers of other…

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