Elevate Your Impact
Take your teaching career to the next level with USC Upstate’s Master of Education in Applied Learning and Instruction. This program provides advanced strategies to enhance student learning outcomes while creating engaging and effective classroom environments.
Concentrations: Early Childhood, Elementary, and More
Are you interested in earning your graduate degree in early childhood or elementary education? Dive into these concentrations with courses that can contribute to South Carolina add-on certifications.
Research, TESOL and Literacy Concentrations
You can also focus on Research in Practice (Gifted & Talented or Project-Based Learning) , TESOL, or literacy in your master’s program. The literacy concentration aligns with South Carolina’s literacy teacher add-on certification. The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) concentration aligns with South Carolina’s ESOL add-on certification and can lead to a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) K-12.
Let’s discuss which concentration works best for your goals and aspirations.
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Empowering Educators: Master of Education Program
Complete your M.Ed. program at USC Upstate in as little as 24 months. This degree is backed by local district leaders who recognize the importance of advanced training for shaping college-ready young minds. Ask about our special SC Teacher tuition to help you advance your career.
Nurturing Excellence: Applied Learning and Instruction
Embark on a journey to advance education through our Master of Education in Applied Learning and Instruction. Choose from concentrations in early childhood education, elementary education, literacy, and teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), and research in practice.
Dynamic Learning for Diverse Classrooms
Our M.Ed. program focuses on equipping teachers to excel in diverse classrooms. Through theory and practical application, teachers create positive impacts in clinical settings, nurturing schools and communities. Choose a concentration that resonates with you, potentially leading to additional certifications.
learn more about the program!
The academic catalog gives you detailed information about the major, courses, and any additional requirements. To complete the Applied Learning and Instruction (M.Ed) master’s degree, you will need 36 credit hours. Learn more about your options in our catalog, which provides a deep dive into courses for each concentration.
You can also contact your admissions counselor to assist you in your next steps. Please get in touch with Alyssa Dickerson, who will be your resource for our graduate programs in education and answer any questions you may have about the programs.
Earn a graduate degree that fits your schedule.
Our online programs are:
• Convenient • Affordable • Relevant
Choose from 6 graduate programs plus additional undergraduate level programs that can be completed entirely online.
Ready to get started? Connect with admissions and let us help you start the admission process and give you more details about your program.
Pioneering Research: Research in Practice
Navigate a flexible path in the research in practice concentration. Elevate your South Carolina teaching certificate with endorsements like Gifted and Talented, Problem-Based Learning, and more. Engage with the latest field research in your classroom, fueling innovation.
Admission Requirements
Application
Transcripts: Individuals seeking admission must provide official transcripts showing all post-secondary course work attempted and the award of the baccalaureate or higher degree by an accredited college or university.
Letters of Recommendation: Three letters of recommendation using forms provided (sent to you after you apply).
No Official Test Scores Required*: The GRE/MAT requirement for entry into the graduate program is waived for students who enter the program with an overall Grade Point Average of 3.0* as an undergraduate. If students enter the program having earned an overall Grade Point Average less than a 3.0, students must submit scores for either the Miller Analogies Test or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is acceptable.
Valid Teacher Certificate
Personal Statement: Applicants are required to submit a 1-2 page personal statement that describes their academic and/or other interests.
Next Steps
Discover all that USC Upstate has to offer you We’re here to make this journey personal and informative, so let’s get started!
We’ll share a wealth of valuable information tailored just for you. You’ll receive details about your major, critical scholarship opportunities, financial aid information, and exclusive events that will help you confirm that USC Upstate is the perfect fit for you.
Your next goal is to secure admission to USC Upstate, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Please get in touch with Alyssa Dickerson, who will be your resource for our graduate programs in education and answer any questions you may have about the programs
We’re thrilled to be a part of your journey toward success. Let’s connect, explore, and thrive together at USC Upstate!
Experience the transformative journey of M.Ed. at USC Upstate, where teaching goes beyond the ordinary, molding the future of education.