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    Social Justice Education (MEd)

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    Amherst, USMEdIn-person2 years
    $75,582.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    60%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    36
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MEd program based in Amherst, US. Tuition is $75,582.

    About the program

    The program prepares social justice educators skilled in critically reflective practices to plan, implement, and evaluate social justice education programs in formal and non-formal settings. It covers theoretical and practical knowledge, focusing on oppression dynamics, curriculum design, dialogue facilitation, and applications in schools and college environments.

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $23,692.00
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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 Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is $75,582 across 36 required credits.
    Is Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst online or in-person?
    Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is offered in-person.
    How long does Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst take to complete?
    Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    How competitive is Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
    Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst reports an acceptance rate of approximately 60%.
    What work-permit options follow Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
    Post-completion work rights for Social Justice Education (MEd) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst: 12 months OPT (US)