COEHD graduate student selected for national counseling fellowship
"What excites me the most is being a part of a network of current and former National Board for Certified Counselors fellows and having access to this wealth of information."
The Education Specialist in Advanced Educational Studies degree allows students to build on advanced knowledge and skills to develop and design curriculum, implement responsive instructional methods and evaluate instructional practices. Candidates gain the ability to use fundamental applied research methods informed by theory and inquiry to address everyday practical educational problems.
Delivered online, this is a degree designed for educators who hold a master’s degree in an education-related field and a Level 5 or higher standard professional teaching certificate. The EdS in Advanced Educational Studies can lead to a certificate upgrade in Georgia to Level 6. Candidates must complete concentration coursework assignments and assessments in their current area of certification.
Advanced Educational Studies is for you if you consider yourself
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Students in Augusta University’s Specialist in Education majoring in Advanced Educational Studies will complete 30 credit hours in one of several concentration areas.
As part of the program, students may utilize elective credits to pursue one of our teaching endorsements or the sports coaching certificate.
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About the Graduate SchoolExperience-based Education
Several education-related student organizations provide opportunities for students to participate in groups that can help them network, share ideas and prepare for career advancement.
The COEHD is a hub for educational outreach and professional learning opportunities, including the Impacting Student Learning Conference.
The Writing Project Summer Institute focuses the knowledge, expertise, and leadership of our nation's educators on sustained efforts to improve writing and learning for all learners. The heart of the program is the summer institute, an immersive writing experience where a community of writers explore issues in writing and in teaching writing.
Coursework is delivered fully online, allowing teaching professionals to continue their education while working.
The supportive faculty are committed to high-impact practices that stimulate positive learning and innovative research.
Your Future
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for K-12 teachers is $61,820 per year. Job growth is projected to rise at an average rate.
GPA: Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale at the graduate level calculated on all graduate work attempted.
Degree Requirement: A minimum of a Master’s degree in a teaching or related field from an accredited college or university.
Transcripts: Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended.
Standardized Test Requirements: None are required for this program.
Teaching Certificate: A valid level 5 or higher Induction, Standard Professional, Advanced Professional, or Lead Professional teaching certificate, leadership certificate, service field certificate, or Life certificate is required.
$2,821*
Estimated total
Full-time / In-State / Per Semester
$236
Tuition Per Hour
$675
Mandatory Fees
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*Tuition & Fees listed here are for in-state students enrolling in the university for Fall 2024 semester.
Detailed Program Tuition InformationEarly submission of all application materials is strongly advised.
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. Applicants with files that are still awaiting materials after the program deadlines will be deferred to the following semester.
The Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Form I-20 for F-1 student status or Form DS-2019 for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status cannot be issued by Augusta University for enrollment in this online program per U.S. immigration regulations. Questions? Please email International & Postdoctoral Services Office at ipso@augusta.edu.
With classes delivered online, you’re able to work toward your goals while remaining at your current job.
The College of Education hosts several education-based conferences and programs that provide opportunities to learn and network with educators from around the area, state, and nation.
"What excites me the most is being a part of a network of current and former National Board for Certified Counselors fellows and having access to this wealth of information."
"Your work – whether in classrooms, clinics, labs or offices – has advanced our mission and strengthened our community," says AU President Russell T. Keen.
Seven AU alumna were finalists for their respective school districts for Teacher of the Year honors.
“When research is communicated outside of academics and into the community, it feels very meaningful," says Maleah Winkler, PhD.