Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction

The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree is designed for those who wish to become more effective educators. Students in this program develop greater expertise in developing curriculum, designing instruction, assessing, and understanding the needs of learners. Students work with faculty to choose a range of courses focused on their particular interest within curriculum and instruction.

The ME in Curriculum and Instruction is a 30 semester hour program. Students take courses in Curriculum and Instruction along with education courses selected with a faculty adviser based on the student's interests and goals. Students also choose a Supporting Area from one of the following areas: Early Childhood Education, Educational Psychology, Literacy, Research and Measurement, Special Education, or Theory and Social Foundations. The program culminates with a theory and research course and the completion of a master's culminating seminar, project, or thesis depending on the student's interest.

Admission to the ME in Curriculum and Instruction

In addition to admission requirements of the College of Graduate Studies, admission to the master's program requires the following:

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution
A well-written statement of purpose describing your background and goals as well as the importance of this degree in achieving those goals
Three letters of recommendation regarding your potential for doing master's level work from professionals such as an undergraduate major advisor, current employer, school principal or others who are knowledgeable about your ability to engage in graduate work in this degree program

The master's program has selective admissions and may admit a limited number of students. Thus, meeting all formal criteria does not guarantee admission.

What to Submit with Your application

Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education
Statement of purpose
Three letters of recommendation

Requirements for the ME in Curriculum and Instruction

For the Master of Education degree, students must complete the following program requirements:

A minimum of 30 semester credit hours of approved graduate course work
6 credit hours of curriculum and instruction core courses that includes two of CI 6800, CI 6810, CI 6830 or CIEC 6310
12 credit hours of of specialization in curriculum and instruction courses
6 credit hours of supporting area courses
3 credit hours of a theory and research course
3 credit hours of a thesis, project, or research seminar

Note that courses may only apply to one category (i.e., core, specialization, or supporting area).

In addition, no more than six semester hours of credit from any combination of workshops (5950), problems or special topics courses (5980 or 6980), and independent studies (5990 or 6990) may be included in the degree program.

All coursework and requirements of the master's degree must be taken within a six-year period immediately preceding the date the degree is awarded.

Guide for Developing a Plan of Study

Below is a guide for developing a Plan of Study for the Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. Students should review their degree audit and work with their faculty advisor to identify specific courses to fulfill program requirements.