Program Overview

100% Online | 10 Courses | 30 Credit Hours


Become an evidence-based instructional leader, reflective scholar-practitioner, and responsive change agent.

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Secondary and Middle Grades Education is fully online and designed for teachers certified in middle (4-8) or secondary (6-12) English/language arts, history/social studies, mathematics, or the sciences.

Why choose the M.Ed. in Secondary and Middle Grades Education at KSU?

The M.Ed. in Secondary and Middle Grades Education may serve as a bridge to the Ed.S. or Ed.D. in Secondary and Middle Grades Education at Kennesaw State University. For the Ed.S., 6 credit hours may be transferred from the M.Ed. For the Ed.D., 9 credit hours may be transferred from the M.Ed. Students may have their transcripts analyzed by the Program Coordinator to verify program-related standards to possibly receive additional credit hours applied toward the Ed.S. or Ed.D.

 

Degree Highlights

Program: MasterCredit Hours: 30 Format: OnlineCompletion Time: 4 to 6 semesters

Four content areas in Secondary Education:

  • English
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Biology and Chemistry

Four content areas in Middle Grades Education:

  • Language Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
Utilizes a content-focused, standards-based program. Creates evidence-based instructional leaders who know how to build on the strengths and meet the needs of all learners.
Cultivates reflective scholar-practitioners who know how to use, produce, and disseminate educational research. Develops responsive change agents who know how to maintain partnerships with families and communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Most students complete the program in four to six semesters. Candidates may choose a faster pace to finish sooner or take fewer courses each semester to better balance graduate school with teaching full-time and other professional responsibilities.
  • You are strongly encouraged to check the Georgia Professional Standards Commission Upgrade Advisor before enrolling to determine if obtaining this degree or an endorsement will lead toward a pay and/or certificate upgrade. 

Admissions Requirements

Must possess the following beyond the general KSU Graduate College Admission Requirements: 

  • Degree – Bachelor’s degree.

  • Certificate – Uploaded to graduate application. Valid clear, renewable Georgia teaching certificate, or out-of-state equivalent, in the teaching field and grade level for which the applicant is applying. To print a copy of your clear, renewable Georgia teaching certificate, you may log into your MyPSC account.

  • Résumé or Professional Vitae – Uploaded to graduate application.  Should document education, teaching experience, community service, and your record of leadership.  
 

* PLEASE NOTE: International Students (Visa and Green Card Holders) Please visit KSU’s International Graduate Admissions site for additional requirements. Additionally, KSU’s International Student and Scholar Services provides assistance. 

Degree Requirements

To complete the M.Ed. in Secondary and Middles Grades Education, candidates must:

  1. Complete of a minimum of 30 hours of approved graduate coursework, including:
    • 15 credit hours of Core courses;
    • 12 credit hours of Teaching Field courses; and
    • 3 credit hours of guided electives.
  1. Complete of a minimum of 27 semester hours of the total 30 hours in full standing at Kennesaw State University.
  2. Meet KSU's requirements for satisfactory graduate student performance and for graduation, as outlined in the Academic Policies section of the KSU Graduate Catalog.

Tuition & Fees

Expenses include in-state tuition, out of state tuition, mandatory student fees and other special fees.

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Deadline

Enrollment for Spring - Deadline November 15

Enrollment for Summer - Deadline May 1

Enrollment for Fall - Deadline July 1

Contact Us

For more information on Graduate Admissions, email degreeup@kennesaw.edu.

For more information please email the Program Coordinator at medsmge@kennesaw.edu.