Master of Education in Social Science Education in Fargo United States | North Dakota State University

North Dakota State University | Fargo United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 13,274
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The School of Education provides advanced degree programs culminating in Master of Education (M.Ed.) and Master of Science (M.S.) qualifications. Graduate concentrations are available across diverse disciplines including: Curriculum and Instruction, Agricultural Education, English Education, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, History Education, Mathematics Education, Music Education, Science Education, Social Science Education, Whole Child Approaches, and Teacher Licensure.

Our Teacher Education graduate program cultivates educational leaders focused on promoting equitable learning opportunities for all students. The curriculum aligns with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) and Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC), emphasizing practical research and educator content mastery. Designed for working professionals, the M.Ed. program incorporates action research projects. Students should collaborate with academic advisors to define and accomplish their educational and career objectives.

This specialized master's program in Teacher Education enhances both teaching methodologies and subject matter proficiency. Participants complete four core pedagogy courses plus a minimum of nine credits in advanced content coursework, totaling 33-36 credits. Each candidate develops a customized study plan with guidance from their graduate committee and advisor. Note: This degree pathway does not include teacher certification; students seeking licensure should consult their advisors about additional requirements.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Hold a bachelor's degree in a content area related to a teaching major offered at NDSU, including the following: biology, chemistry, earth science, English, French, health, history, mathematics, music, physics, or Spanish. If you hold a different major, consult with program faculty for additional information.
Compose a 400-500 word original essay that answers the following questions:
What are your reasons for applying to the Teacher Licensure program?
How do your 20 hours working with youth support your decision to apply to the Teacher Licensure program?
Pass the Praxis Core Academic Skills exam, meeting ND cut scores in reading, writing and math.
Complete 20 hours working with youth. Verification forms are provided in the application system.
Admission is considered only after all required application materials have been received and reviewed. Where appropriate, all international student requirements must be met.

Admission decisions are based upon the predicted success of the applicant as a student and professional in the chosen field and are made only after considering all available data. A student must meet all requirements for full admission.

At the baccalaureate level, the applicant must have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0, or equivalent, to attain full standing in a graduate degree program. Applicants whose last degree completed is a graduate degree may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent.

570 - TOEFL PBT, TOEFL iBT 88, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 110

Tuition USD 13,274

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