Ed.S. in Advanced Educational Studies

How long does it take to complete the program?

Most students complete all ten courses in three or four semesters. This can be accomplished by taking three courses in the fall and spring semesters and four in the summer. It does not matter which semester you enter the program, this is just the number you would take per semester. If you would like to take longer, and fewer courses per semester, this is fine.

I am currently enrolled in a Master’s program. Can I still apply to begin in an upcoming semester,even though my degree and my transcript are incomplete? 

All required application materials and documents must be received in order for an application to be considered complete and before an admission decision can be made. If you are currently enrolled in a Master's degree program your transcript is not finalized and your certificate is not a level T5. You should wait and submit your final, complete documents for admission for the next semester.

What is the coursework like?

Each professor makes his/her classes their own, so they are all a little different. Some are structured more like independent studies, and others are more interactive. Assignments lean toward traditional reading and writing, but there are some that ask you to demonstrate your understanding in other ways. Some courses do make use of group work.

Do we ever meet synchronously?

The whole program is asynchronously online, with no set, shared meeting times. Most professors post videos or notes for you to review on your own schedule. Professors are happy to make themselves available to clear up points of confusion. And, some courses ask you to occasionally work with others in a small group, which might take the form of a shared virtual meeting.

Can my Ed.S. coursework count toward a doctoral degree?
Any course can only count in one degree program. It is not likely that you will complete your Ed.S. (which is a ten-course sequence) with extra courses that could count in a doctorate. The Ed.S. does not “roll over” into a doctoral program; it is its own degree. 

How much are tuition and fees?
Tuition information can be found here. Fees for our fully online program are $236.00 per credit hour. 

What are the start and end dates for each semester?

The academic calendar can be found here.

I am a full-time working teacher. Can I still complete the program in three semesters?

Yes, the program is designed for working teachers. We love learning from and with you about your students and classrooms!