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HELP EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS SUCCEEDGIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAMS

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Tuition as low as $6,300

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As few as 8-18 months to completion

Learn to support GT students’ unique learning styles

As a specialist in gifted education, you will gain the advanced knowledge and skills to help learners who possess exceptional creativity, drive, and talent. Arkansas State’s graduate, post-graduate, and certificate programs in Gifted and Talented will equip you with the skills you need to help students reach their potential.

  • MSE in Gifted, Talented & Creative
  • Ed.S. in Educational Leadership, GT Director
  • Instructional Specialist GTC Certificate
  • Gifted, Talented Director Certificate

Master of Science in Education in Gifted, Talented and Creative

Duration: As few as 18 months  |  Credit Hours: 30  |  Tuition: $10,500

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

In the online MSE in Gifted, Talented & Creative program, supportive A-State faculty and professional mentors will guide your development as you pursue gifted, talented and creative K-12 licensure. Gain the expertise to identify gifted students, assess their needs and design instructional strategies to support their learning.

Study current issues in gifted education, and subjects such as effective programming and education philosophies. Learn on your schedule with 100% online coursework, and through rewarding internship and practicum experiences where you will apply what you are learning.

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

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Education Specialist in Educational Leadership, Gifted and Talented Director

Duration: As few as 14-16 months  |  Credit Hours: 30  |  Tuition: $10,500

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Prepare for a leadership role in gifted and talented education at the campus or district level with the Education Specialization in Educational Leadership, Gifted and Talented Director online program. This Ed.S. program includes an internship requirement that can be completed while you continue working as an educator or school administrator.

Designed to provide you with a deeper understanding of the unique needs of gifted and talented students, this online program will enhance your ability to lead staff in the identification, selection, placement and development of gifted children. You will focus on the perspectives, skills and processes necessary to manage advanced curriculum and learn to direct the evaluation and continuous improvement processes of gifted education programs.

As a graduate of this online program, you will be prepared for various gifted and talented leadership roles, including:
  • Director of Gifted and Talented Education
  • Director of Curriculum/Gifted and Talented Programs
  • Instructional Specialist, Gifted/Talented Program
  • Gifted and Talented Coordinator
  • Gifted and Talented Education Specialist

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Instructional Specialist Gifted, Talented & Creative Certificate

Duration: 12 Months  |  Credit Hours: 18  |  Tuition: $6,300

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Fine-tune your teaching skills to meet the needs of advanced students in your classroom. The Instructional Specialist Gifted, Talented & Creative Certificate online program offers you a fast-track program of study to K-12 gifted education certification.

In this graduate-level online program, you will learn how to differentiate your lesson plans and instructions to effectively challenge your advanced learners and meet their growing needs. You will study current theory and practice in the planning and implementation of educational programs for gifted, talented and creative students.

Upon completion of this online program, you will gain the skills and tools necessary to deliver rigorous curriculum and instruction to advanced students.

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Gifted, Talented Director Certificate

Duration: 12 Months  |  Credit Hours: 18  |  Tuition: $6,300

Apply by: 12/15/25  |  Start class: 1/12/26

Enhance your leadership skills and solidify your expertise in gifted and talented education in the Gifted, Talented Director Certificate online program. Designed for experienced educators and educational leaders, this certificate program builds upon your previous education and offers a path to additional licensure for the role of gifted, talented director.

In this graduate-level online certificate program, you will guide fellow teachers with age-appropriate yet rigorous course curriculum, lesson plans, learning materials and instruction practices specific for advanced students to foster authentic learning experiences.

Upon completion of this online program, you will be prepared for supervisory roles in gifted and talented education.

All fees are included as part of the total tuition.

Hear from our graduates

"It had always been a personal goal of mine to go back and get a master's degree. This online program gave me that opportunity."

Kimberly Jones, A-State online graduate

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Hear from our graduates

"It had always been a personal goal of mine to go back and get a master's degree. This online program gave me that opportunity."

Kimberly Jones, A-State online graduate

Leave your mark on the world with an A-State Online Degree. Let’s get started today!

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About Arkansas State University Online

From its creation in 1909, the university has grown, innovated and diversified into a nationally ranked provider of high-quality degrees both on campus and online. A-State continues to expand in exciting ways not only in our region, but by opening our doors to the entire world with online programs taught by the same respected faculty who teach our on-campus programs. Our robust alumni network is more than 75,000 strong.

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Affordable Tuition

Stay on top of your finances with competitively priced, pay-by-the-course tuition.

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Interactive Instruction

Courses are carefully designed to maximize your communication with professors and fellow students.

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Online Format

Our multiple start dates + efficient course schedule help you fast-track your degree.

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Study on Your Time

Learn whenever it fits your schedule with our convenient, flexible, 100% online format.

Ahna Davis - A-State student
Now that I'm a principal, my specialist degree comes into play because I'm having to see things more on a district level as opposed to just a building level. The degree gives me an understanding when my superintendent talks about budget or enrollment within the district. I understand it because of my classes through A-State.

Ahna Davis, Education Specialist, Superintendent online graduate

Licensure programs within A-State’s College of Education & Behavioral Science are accredited by CAEP.

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation

The educator preparation programs at Arkansas State University are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation. Contact CAEP at 1140 19th St. NW, Suite 400, Washington D.C. 20036 or by calling 202-223-0077.

Leave your mark on the world with an A-State Online Degree. Let’s get started today!

Or call 866-621-8096

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