Charlottesville,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Quantitative Analytics in Education (QAE) and the Social Sciences in Charlottesville United States | University of Virginia
University of Virginia
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Charlottesville United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,300
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Education in Quantitative Analytics and Social Sciences equips students for research careers as applied data scientists, focusing on analyzing extensive datasets to tackle significant real-world questions.
Alumni have secured positions in school districts, state education agencies, assessment firms, research institutions, and community colleges, while others have gained admission to prestigious doctoral programs.
The M.Ed. curriculum covers essential research design and data analysis principles, along with specialized electives that enable students to develop advanced skills in specific research methodologies and analytical techniques.
This intensive program can be completed in one year by full-time students, with part-time enrollment options also offered.
Participants will develop expertise in:
data management and analysis,
research report creation and evaluation,
mastery of measurement techniques, survey methods, and research frameworks, and
effectively presenting analytical findings to diverse audiences.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Prerequisites: The Master of Education in Quantitative Analytics in Education and the Social Sciences curriculum is designed to provide students with prior statistics experience with a core foundation in advanced quantitative research and analysis in education and the social sciences. Students who need to acquire prerequisite statistical knowledge will complete the foundational course EDLF 5330 Quantitative Methods and Data Analysis I or similar, before beginning the program.
In addition, applicants must:
Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university,
Have a B average or better for the last two years of undergraduate study,
Submit an application for admission and unofficial transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate work,
Submit at least two letters of recommendation from professionals who can attest to his/her promise as a graduate student and professional educator,
Submit a statement of professional goals (1-2 pages),
A writing sample is not required.
Paper-based TOEFL: 600
Computer-Based TOEFL: 250
IELTS: 7.0
IBT TOEFL: at least 22 in writing, 22 in speaking, 23 in reading, and 23 in listening for a total score of 90.
In addition, applicants must:
Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university,
Have a B average or better for the last two years of undergraduate study,
Submit an application for admission and unofficial transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate work,
Submit at least two letters of recommendation from professionals who can attest to his/her promise as a graduate student and professional educator,
Submit a statement of professional goals (1-2 pages),
A writing sample is not required.
Paper-based TOEFL: 600
Computer-Based TOEFL: 250
IELTS: 7.0
IBT TOEFL: at least 22 in writing, 22 in speaking, 23 in reading, and 23 in listening for a total score of 90.
Tuition
USD
30,300