1,476 Best Education Degree Programs for 2025

Commit to a level of well-rounded Christian education and academic excellence through a Master of Arts in Higher Education (MAHE), the only graduate program that takes place on Taylor’s campus.

The Education department at Austin College is committed to preparing the next generation of teacher leaders. This five-year Master of Arts program allows students to receive their BA degree in any of the liberal arts majors or minors offered by Austin College and continue their studies with graduate education courses, resulting in both a Master’s degree and a teaching certification.

Be a leader in your school. Be the change you would like to see in your learning community. Research and discover instructional initiatives that improve student achievement and then implement these ideas in your school. See the change, be the change.

Become a transformative literacy educator, fully equipped to foster positive literacy-learning experiences for students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, with an M.S.Ed. in Literacy.

The health promotion program is created for students interested in a public health career focused on the design, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive health promotion and disease prevention programs for diverse populations.

The Master of Urban Education prepares teachers to meet the educational demands of urban settings. The program emphasizes culturally sound teaching strategies in urban classrooms to foster student success. The coursework is complemented by clinical classroom observation, which allows faculty to provide immediate feedback on the skills that matter most in effective teaching.

Wheeling University’s Master of Arts in Education, or MEL program, provides educators a way to earn their master’s degree in as little as one year, entirely online. This 33 credit program is designed with multiple start dates and maximum flexibility to allow working professionals to further their education. This graduate program focuses on Education Leadership and features two tracks: School and System Leadership and Instructional Leadership. An educator currently holding a master’s degree in education may design their own path through the Sequence of Study Certificate Program. Current educators or administrators who have already earned a master’s degree, as well as principal certification, may enter the MEL program in order to earn additional licensure as a superintendent or supervisor of instruction. WU’s Educational Leadership Program is accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC), certifying that the professional education program adheres to TEAC’s quality principles, as well as the West Virginia Department of Education.

The M.A. in education with an option in career and technical education is designed to provide advanced and specialized education to personnel working in a variety of settings related to vocational education such as secondary, postsecondary, and private schools. The program should also meet the requirements for leadership positions in these facilities.

The Professional Music Teacher Education (PMTE) program at Oregon State University is a competitive, selective, and rigorous program of study designed for students who have completed an undergraduate degree in music or music education. The program results in a Master of Arts in Teaching degree and an endorsement toward an Oregon Teaching License. Candidates must also successfully complete and pass the edTPA portfolio assessment during the course of their student teaching internship, which is scored by external evaluators.

National Louis University offers Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) programs in today’s in-demand teaching specializations. The M.A.T. degree curriculum is designed for students with bachelor’s degrees in fields other than education and emphasizes entrance requirements to the teaching profession. Graduates of these programs are entitled by NLU to apply for Illinois state licensure.

Upon completion of the 30-hour program, you will earn a Rank II and Teacher Leader Master's designation as well as the Teacher Leader Endorsement. All certifications are required to take 15 hours of core courses in addition to the 15 hours of required for specialization or endorsement. If you would like more information about the program, please download the advising guide or speak to your advisor.

If you want to master educational research, curriculum design and progressive theory to become a great teacher, Monmouth’s M.Ed. program is the right course for you. Designed for certified teachers and experienced education practitioners, our 30-credit program has a flexible, innovative curriculum allowing you to explore and develop content knowledge as well as research and teaching methods.

Our master of fine arts (MFA) in music performance and literature offers you the opportunity to study a broad range of repertoires and techniques—from traditional solo and chamber music to recently composed works, from notated music to indeterminate scores. The program has two options: one dedicated to the performance of composed music and the other to improvisation. View the degree requirements for this MFA.

Simmons launched the first Master of Arts degree in Children’s Literature in 1977 to provide a rigorous, disciplined study of children’s and young adult books for those who are — or who intend to be — involved in teaching, library services, publishing, writing, or related fields.

The BVU Counseling Program prepares a community of ethical and culturally-competent practitioners who reduce suffering, promote wellbeing, empower individuals and families across the lifespan, challenge inequities and contribute to the counselling profession and society in meaningful ways.

Educational administrators ensure that schools run smoothly and effectively for our students. Steeped in a long tradition of promoting public education, Kean offers three master's degrees and five certificates in educational administration that all focus on preparing visionary school leaders and transformational change agents to respond to shifts in the educational landscape while maintaining an accessible, personable environment.

The Master of Arts in Teaching Mathematics Program at Providence College is a program rich and diverse in mathematical content and designed for the mathematics educator.

The 39 credit hour fully accredited (CAEP) program is composed of professional research and the application of that research through developmentally appropriate field base practices and studies; professional leadership experiences; diverse virtual and on-site observations; and various opportunities to network/learn with and from other early childhood education professionals.

The Master of Arts in Educational Leadership is designed to prepare experienced educators for leadership positions in their schools and communities. Leadership, communication, curriculum, assessment, teacher evaluation, and the use of technology will be taught by way of active student participation. The State of New Mexico Administrator Competencies and the Professional Standards for Education Leaders 2015 will be emphasized to capture the essential aspects of leadership at both the state and national levels. Specific admissions and matriculation requirements are available through the university catalog and students are encouraged to carefully read all documentation. Student Learning Outcomes Collaboratively evaluate, develop, and communicate a school mission and vision, using this to lead improvement processes. Model ethical and professional norms. Evaluates, cultivates and advocates for equitable, inclusive and culturally responsive instruction and behavior support practices. Evaluate, develops, and implements high-quality, technology-rich curricula programs and other supports for academic and non-academic student programs, addressing the needs of a culturally and linguistically diverse student population. Collaboratively engage and cultivate relationships with diverse community members, partners, and other constituencies for the benefit of school improvement and student development. Evaluate, develop, and advocate for data-informed and equitable resourcing planning, school-level governance, and operation systems, and implement laws, rights, policies and regulations that support school improvement and promote student development. Build professional capacity with in the school and community

St. Catherine University’s Master of Arts in Education (MAED) programs for licensed educators will help you turn your passion for teaching into teaching excellence, making an impact on your classroom and your career.