Why this program?

Whether you are looking to become a teacher or are a current teacher looking to expand your skills, Prescott College’s Masters of Education degree programs lead to certification in teaching, school counseling, or educational leadership.

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) program is a limited residency, online program that allows students to remain in their home communities while completing their degree. The program is ideal for both current teachers seeking a masters, or those who wish to transition their careers into teaching. The Educational Leadership has an accelerated option which allows students to complete in 12 months.

In addition to the traditional licensure preparation program, the M.Ed. offers an Alternative Educator Preparation Certificate that allows for students to work full-time as a salaried teacher while compiling their licensure coursework. This simultaneous completion of the program and verified teaching experience leads to certification.

Offering Certification in:

  • Early Childhood Education
  • Early Childhood Special Education
  • Mild to Moderate Special Education (K-12)
  • Elementary Education
  • Secondary Education
  • School Counseling
  • Educational Leadership (Accelerated Option)

What can you do with this degree?

Master in Education (M.Ed.) degree leads to so many possibilities. Here are just a few:

  • Early Childhood Teacher (birth to age 8)
  • Elementary School Teacher
  • Secondary School Teacher
  • Special Education Teacher
  • School Counselor
  • Principal or School Leader

What will this program look like?

Asynchronous and online, this program allows you to complete your degree in your own community, on your own time. Courses will be offered through an online modality and through mentor-based study–learn from both faculty members and graduate mentors, all expert in their fields. Learn to facilitate instruction with many types of learners, address problems, grow programs, and build curriculum. With a core value of social justice and equity, the Master of Education program prepares students to lead in a changing world.

Key Program Information

Number of Credits
36-40

Cost Per Credit
$598

Completed Summer 2024 Application Deadline:
Tuesday, May 8, 2024

Orientation:
Saturday, May 18, 2024

Completed Fall 2024 Application Deadline
Friday, August 9, 2024

Orientation
Saturday, August 17, 2024

Admissions & Apply

Careers & Opportunities

Career Pathways

The Master of Arts in Education degree leads to so many possibilities. Here are just a few:

  • Early Childhood Teacher (birth to age 8)
  • Elementary School Teacher
  • Secondary School Teacher
  • Special Education Teacher
  • School Counselor
  • Principal or School Leader

Career Planning

Our Career Services team works with you to map out a plan that works for your goals and your life. There are many ways to get where you’re going, and we’ve seen it all!

Are you interested in being part of our community?

One thing we all have in common is our passion – passion for helping others, passion for the environment, passion for social justice and a passion for a different kind of learning experience.