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    Education (M.A.)

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    East Lansing, USMAOnline18 months
    $54,192.50
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    51%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University is a 30-credit, 18-month, online MA program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $54,193.

    About the program

    The program allows students to customize their studies with one or two concentration areas in topics such as special education, technology and learning, P-12 school and postsecondary leadership, literacy education, athletic coaching, athletic administration, and science and mathematics education. It emphasizes practical skills in teaching, learning, and leadership through elective courses, an online portfolio, and a capstone seminar.

    Focus: coursework
    13 (US News)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Not eligible (100% online program does not fulfill academic requirements for F-1 or J-1 visa)

    $18,750.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University is $54,193 across 30 required credits.
    Is Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University is structured around 18 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum 3.0 overall grade point average
    How competitive is Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University?
    Education (M.A.) at Michigan State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 51%.