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Overview
Students of the Developmental Education (Developmental Mathematics Concentration) program from Texas State University learn to think critically about theory, research, and practice in multiple areas of college readiness and developmental education including developmental literacy, learning support, and developmental mathematics.
A comprehensive, broad-based degree that prepares students to address the needs of developmental learners in postsecondary education.
Program Mission
Housed within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, the program prepares scholars, researchers, leaders, administrators, instructors, and practitioners to work in developmental education programs in two- and four-year colleges and universities. As a multidisciplinary program, the faculty, staff, and students work collaboratively across various academic disciplines, diverse communities, and geographic boundaries. Both rigorous and supportive, the program advances theory, research, and practice in multiple areas of developmental education — including literacy, learning support, and developmental mathematics — by actively engaging students in teaching, scholarship, and professional service.
Career Options
Graduates are prepared to pursue careers at two- and four-year colleges and universities in the following areas:
- learning assistance centers and tutorial programs
- developmental instruction programs in writing, mathematics, reading, and learning strategy development
- pre-college-to-college transition programs, such as the federal TRIO programs, which include Talent Search, Upward Bound, and Student Support Services
- non-governmental programs
Programme Structure
Students will select an area of concentration based on their goals and career expectations:
- learning support: prepares students to lead instruction and academic support programs for postsecondary students seeking academic assistance in an array of disciplines
- literacy (reading and writing): prepares students with theoretical and practical literacy knowledge and skills to be successful teachers
- developmental mathematics: prepares students with theoretical and practical mathematical knowledge and skills to be successful teachers
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 78
Credits
36 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education Mathematics Applied Mathematics View 912 other Masters in Mathematics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2.75
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 78
Other requirements
General requirements
- completed online application
- $55 nonrefundable application fee or
- $90 nonrefundable application fee for applications with international credentials
- baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university
- a copy of an official transcript from each institution where course credit was granted
- minimum 2.75 GPA in your last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)
- statement of purpose (approximately 500 words) describing your background and professional goals, including your rationale for pursuing the chosen professional degree program, how your goals tie into the mission of the graduate program, and your philosophy of teaching and learning
- three letters of recommendation from individuals who know you as a student or as a professional
Tuition Fee
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International
27540 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 765 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
27540 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 765 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
12852 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 357 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for San Marcos
921 - 1707 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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