Master of Science in Education in Gifted, Talented and Creative Online
This degree program offers educators a planned program at the graduate level based on recommendations of professional organizations. Educators will gain expertise in teacher training, research, and service in the areas of identifying giftedness, and developing models to serve the needs of the gifted learners.
Program Overview
Discover A-State's 100% online M.S. in Education – Gifted, Talented and Creative
The purpose of the Master of Science in Education in Gifted, Talented and Creative is to offer educators a planned program at the graduate level which is based on recommendations of professional organizations and accrediting associations such as the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and CAEP.
Courses are tightly integrated and focused on application-based curriculum. This accelerated program is designed especially for working educators, so you can finish your degree faster online.
As licensure requirements may change without notice, it is the responsibility of the student to confirm the requirements for licensure in his/her state as it applies to the participation in an out-of-state degree program.
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Educators completing this master's program gain expertise in the following areas:
- Teacher training, research and service in the areas of identifying giftedness
- Developing models for serving the needs of the gifted learners
- Teacher training, research and service in the areas of identifying giftedness
- Developing models for serving the needs of the gifted learners
As a graduate of this online program, you will be prepared for roles specializing in gifted and talented services, including:
- Gifted Education Teacher
- Program Director
- Instructional Coordinator
- Training and Development Specialist
- Gifted Education Teacher
- Program Director
- Instructional Coordinator
- Training and Development Specialist
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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.
Accreditation
Accredited by CAEP
Tuition
Find out how and when to pay your tuition
Our MSE in Gifted, Talented and Creative 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
Application deadlines and class schedules for this online MSE program
Our MSE in Gifted, Talented and Creative 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 1 | 8/20/24 | 8/5/24 | 8/9/24 | 8/15/24 | 8/16/24 | 10/4/24 |
| Fall 2 | 10/14/24 | 9/30/24 | 10/4/24 | 10/10/24 | 10/11/24 | 12/6/24 |
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/18/24 | 1/9/25 | 1/10/25 | 2/28/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/6/25 | 3/7/25 | 5/2/25 |
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Admissions
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A-State Online offers a streamlined admission process for both new students and transfers. Students who are interested in the MSE in Gifted, Talented and Creative 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 teaching certificate
- A baccalaureate degree with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, or 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours, from an accredited institution
- A valid teaching certificate
- Commitment from an administrator who will function as your mentor during the degree program. View acceptable mentors (.PDF).
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 sending institution.
- Provide contact information for the supervisor who will function as your mentor
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
- Email a written Letter of Appeal and GRE or GMAT scores (may be unofficial) to [email protected]
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
The topics you'll study in our online Master of Science in Education classes
Students are required to complete 30 hours of coursework.
Visit the Course Registration page to view the course schedule for this degree.