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    Master of Science in Agricultural Education

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    Urbana, USMSIn-person2 years
    $60,666.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    32
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a 32-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Urbana, US. Tuition is $60,666.

    About the program

    Professional master's degree training community and organizational developers, professional trainers, Extension agents, communications officers, educational assessment professionals, customer service specialists, and agriculture classroom teachers to address teaching and learning in food, agriculture, natural resources, and the environment. Offers research option with thesis, practice option, and teaching licensure option.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 15, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Applicants for the online/off-campus program are not required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). GRE test scores are optional, and provide additional information
    TOEFL
    required
    Min official TOEFL scores of at least 575 (written version) or 233 (computer-based version)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,464.00
    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.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is $60,666 across 32 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign take to complete?
    Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is structured around 2 years and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (A = 4.0)
    What work-permit options follow Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Science in Agricultural Education at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign: 12 months OPT (US)