Master of Science in Education in Educational Theory and Practice Online
This online master's program is designed for experienced educators seeking to advance their knowledge of curriculum, educational theory and current practices. Learn to integrate theory and research into educational practice in a wide variety of fields and settings.
Program Overview
Strengthen your teaching practice with the online M.S. in Education – Educational Theory and Practice
This Arkansas State University online MSE program offers you the opportunity to build essential knowledge required to lead and innovate in education. Study educational theory, curriculum, and current best practices as you learn to integrate evidence-based teaching strategies in a wide variety of instructional settings.
Courses are tightly integrated and focused on application-based curriculum. Bring theoretical frameworks into the classroom as you develop effective instructional practices that support student success. Professionals with this expertise are in demand for a range of careers in educational theory and practice. Over 800,000 instructional job openings are projected each year through 2033.*
Gain a new perspective on your role as you study school and community relations, philosophies of education, reflective teaching and other relevant subjects. Research and field-based learning activities will also enrich your curriculum and instruction knowledge and enhance your teaching pedagogy. Continue working full time while studying on your schedule with convenient, online coursework.
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In the program you will:
- Learn to integrate theory and research into educational practice
- Gain in-demand skills in curriculum development, individual instruction and instructional design
- Attain a credential required for leadership positions
- Learn to integrate theory and research into educational practice
- Gain in-demand skills in curriculum development, individual instruction and instructional design
- Attain a credential required for leadership positions
Prepare to serve in leadership roles such as:
- Department Chair
- Education Team Leader
- Instructional Coach
- Instructional Specialist
- State Department of Education Staff
- Department Chair
- Education Team Leader
- Instructional Coach
- Instructional Specialist
- State Department of Education Staff
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A-State offers a variety of graduate programs in a convenient online format. Explore our full range of online graduate programs.
Tuition
Pay for your online program by the course
Our MSE in Educational Theory and Practice online program offers the same affordable tuition to in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included. Tuition may be subject to change on a yearly basis.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
The schedule for our online M.S. in Education – Educational Theory and Practice program
Our MSE in Educational Theory and Practice online program is designed to be flexible and convenient for working professionals, with accelerated coursework and multiple start dates a year.
Please note Summer 1 and Summer 2 terms are 5 weeks in duration for this program.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/6/25 | 3/7/25 | 5/2/25 |
| Summer 1 | 5/27/25 | 5/12/25 | 5/16/25 | 5/22/25 | 5/23/25 | 6/27/25 |
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/20/25 | 6/26/25 | 6/27/25 | 8/1/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/20/25 | 8/6/25 | 8/8/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/15/25 | 10/3/25 |
| Fall 2 | 10/13/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/3/25 | 10/9/25 | 10/10/25 | 12/5/25 |
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Admissions
What you need to know before applying
A-State Online offers a streamlined admission process for both new students and transfers. Students who are interested in the MSE in Educational Theory and Practice online program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and a valid teaching certificate. Make sure to review full admission requirements below.
Admission Requirements:
- Minimum 2.75 GPA
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid, active teaching certificate
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least 2.75 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Valid, active teaching certificate
- Note: If you have a 2.75-2.99 GPA, you must make a grade of B or better during the first 9 hours of graduate work at Arkansas State University.
Application submission requirements
- Complete online application
- Pay the nonrefundable $30 fee
- Send official transcript(s) from the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed transcripts sent from the granting institution.
Submit all documents to:
A-State OnlineP.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
Additional information
Unless otherwise noted, Arkansas State University has not confirmed if a program has met requirements for an out-of-state licensure. Please refer to the Program Approval Map to determine which programs are eligible to be offered in states and to find relevant state agency contact information. Eligibility to offer in a state does not guarantee the program will meet state licensure/certification requirements.
Please contact your state’s Professional License Department/Board to ensure that your chosen distance education program meets your state’s requirements in which you intend to practice.
Appeals process
- Students who fall below the minimum admission requirements (GPA) may send a written letter of appeal, GRE or GMAT scores (may be unofficial), and additional supporting information to [email protected].
- The appeal request will be forwarded to the department chair for conditional admission review.
Transfer credits
Up to 9 graduate hours from A-State or other higher education institutions may be credited toward a program. No course can be older than six years by graduation time. Transfer credit will be evaluated by the Director of the Program. To request prior credit be evaluated, please complete the Graduate Transfer Credit Evaluation Form.
Courses
A look at the online educational theory and practice curriculum
Students are required to complete 30 hours of coursework.
Visit the Course Registration page to view the course schedule for this degree.
Additional documents:
This program requires Live Text.
State Program Approvals (.PDF)
*https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/home.htm