Our Master of Arts (MA) in Education is designed primarily for licensed teachers seeking an advanced degree or added endorsement.
Available in a range of specialized areas, endorsements qualify teachers to be classroom-ready in additional subject areas, which adds value to their portfolio as educators.
The Master of Arts in Education consists of a set of core course requirements, area of emphasis requirements, and a capstone experience.
- Find out which of our academic programs is right for you.
- Meet some of our current students and hear about their favorite Marshall moments.
- Receive invitations to special events for future students.
- Get help with the application and enrollment process.
Choose from nine different areas of emphasis to get the education that best fits your needs and interests.
All Education master’s degree students must complete 15 hours of coursework in research, human growth and development, technology, instructional methods and assessment (the MA core).
Courses are fully online with no live meetings, meaning you can get your degree at the time that works best for you.
The majority of the students in the online master’s in Education degree programs are currently employed teachers who are working on added endorsements or to enhance their knowledge.
- Elementary mathematics specialists
- Instructional coaches
- Instructors supporting the needs of English language learners
- Library media specialists
- Middle school mathematics teachers