Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Education Specialist in Education (Art Education) in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
First-Professional Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
This Educational Specialist (EdS) program offers an advanced curriculum in art education tailored for professionals who already possess a master's degree in the field. Ideal for working art educators across various settings, it provides an opportunity to deepen expertise while qualifying for a T-6 certification upgrade for P-12 school educators—all without requiring doctoral-level commitment.
Participants will enhance their teaching skills and cultivate leadership abilities by customizing their studies to align with personal interests, workplace needs, and career aspirations. By concentrating on a specialized professional focus area, students gain targeted knowledge to make meaningful impacts in educational environments and leadership positions. Potential career advancements include roles such as museum education directors, community arts program administrators, or school-based positions like department chairs, curriculum developers, and instructional mentors.
The program requires completion of 30 credit hours.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
While completing the Graduate School application, please be sure to 1) select the Art Education Area of Emphasis, and 2) attach the following required materials for faculty consideration:
Official GRE scores
Unofficial transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
Statement of purpose regarding professional experience and career goals, not to exceed two single-spaced typed pages.
Resume/CV
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Official GRE scores
Unofficial transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
Statement of purpose regarding professional experience and career goals, not to exceed two single-spaced typed pages.
Resume/CV
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Tuition
USD
24,630