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    Curriculum and Instruction, MS

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    Madison, USMSIn-person2 years
    $48,108.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    29%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $48,108.

    About the program

    The program offers two pathways: a Research MS focused on advanced education research and work as educational specialists, and named options in secondary subjects (English, mathematics, science, social studies, world language) that provide initial teacher certification.

    Focus: both
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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Aug 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min May be required in certain cases if GPA below 3.0; no minimum score specified
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 92 iBT (department expected; Graduate School minimum 92 before 2026, 5.0 after)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 (department expected; Graduate School minimum 7.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,600.00
    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 Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $48,108 across 30 required credits.
    Is Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 (last 60 semester hours)
    How competitive is Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Curriculum and Instruction, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison reports an acceptance rate of approximately 29%.