Advance as an Educator
with GMercyU
Build on Your Success with our
MS in Education – Master Teacher Program
Designed for Busy Professionals
All classes take place online, with a blend of live sessions and independent work so you have more control over your schedule.
Preparation for PDE Level II Certification*
Upgrade your certification along with your instructional and classroom management skills.
Two-Year Program
Graduate in as few as two years with our advanced degree program.
A Focus on Inclusion
Build knowledge and skills for connecting with students traditionally overlooked by the education system, including students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and those with special educational needs.
Program Features
The online MS in Education program helps current teachers like you deepen your practice through advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skill development.
Key facts:
- 30 credits of flexible online coursework in educational theory, instructional strategies, history and politics, and more.
- Receive mentorship, support, and practical feedback on your lesson delivery from GMercyU faculty members.
- We keep classes small, so you can build meaningful relationships with our faculty members and with your fellow classmates.
You’ll take one course every seven weeks, allowing you to progress through the program on an accelerated schedule while focusing on one subject area at a time.
Core Curriculum – 30 credits
- Classroom Management
- Culminating Project
- Foundations of Special Education in an Inclusionary Setting
- Innovation in Teaching
- Multicultural and Diversity Issues in Education
- Research Skills for Reflective Practitioners
- School Law and Policy Issues
- Social and Political Foundations of Education
- Technology Applications for Educators
- The Learning and Teaching Process
The MS in Education program enrolls new students twice a year, each spring and fall.
Upcoming Start Dates:
- Spring 2025: January 27, 2025
- Fall 2025: TBD
To qualify for admission to our MSEd program you must provide:
- Proof you have obtained a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0.* You must submit official transcripts from every college or university attended
- Proof of a current Teacher I Certification
- A completed and signed application
- A current professional resume
- A writing sample stating your professional and academic goals
- Two completed supervisory reference forms
- A minimum score of 550 (written), 213 (computer), or 79 (internet) on the TOEFL examination if English is not your native language
*If your GPA was lower than 3.0, we encourage you to apply for evaluation on a case by case basis. Personal interviews may be required for any candidates as determined by the admissions committee.
Estimated 2024-2025 costs: $750 per credit hour
Master of Science in Education ($22,500 for the complete 30-credit program)
Fees: The administrative costs of your education are covered through fees. Fees are not refundable. To learn more about tuition and fees, contact an enrollment representative today.
Financial Aid: To learn how to determine your Financial Aid eligibility, please contact the financial aid office at nontermaid@gmercyu.edu or 877-499-6333.
Advancing Your Education
Post-Master’s Certification Options
As a graduate of our MSEd – Master Teacher program, you’ll have the base knowledge necessary to pursue certification in administration, curriculum and instruction, or another area. We offer a range of flexible online Post-Master’s Certification programs. Explore them here.
*Certification Statement
This program was designed to meet the certification requirements of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. If you reside in a different state, you should carefully review your home state’s certification requirements prior to enrolling in this program.
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Continue Your Journey in Teaching
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Extend your impact with advanced knowledge and skills for teaching. Find out how you can earn your Master of Science in Education online with GMercyU. Speak to an enrollment representative today!