The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program provides students the knowledge and skills to pursue or advance their careers in education administration.

The M.Ed. program of study includes courses covering functional areas and critical knowledge in education as well as courses incorporating business skills and information technology tools. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to apply key concepts and techniques to educational problems and issues.

Students who have not earned degrees from appropriate fields of study may be required to take additional coursework as a prerequisite for completing the program.

Completion of Strayer University's Master of Education program does not guarantee a student has met the requirements to apply for public school teacher or administrative licensure in any state. Students pursuing teacher or school administrator certifications in the public school system should contact their respective state offices of education as well as local school district to confirm educational requirements before beginning the program.

Within this curriculum, students have the option of choosing a concentration in:

• Adult Education and Development
• Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
• Instructional Technology
• Teacher Leadership

Estimated Program Length:

Strayer University students are mostly working adults who earn their degrees at their own pace and on their own schedule. Most students attend part-time, and the normal time to complete this program is 4.5 years.

Financial Aid Available:

For all students completing this program between July 1, 2009 and June 30, 2010, the median cumulative loan debt for each of the following are:

• Federal student loans: $55,700
• Private loans: $0
• Institutional finance plans: $0