Overview

The Teaching and Learning M.Ed. at Abilene Christian University provides a comprehensive pathway for high-performing teacher candidates to earn their master's degree and initial certification. This integrated programme allows students to begin graduate-level coursework during their final undergraduate semester, ensuring a seamless transition into professional practice. By combining rigorous academic study with practical experience, the university prepares graduates to excel in high-needs educational environments.

Students benefit from a structured curriculum that emphasises both the theoretical foundations of education and the practical skills required for modern classrooms.

Why Teaching and Learning at Abilene Christian University?

The programme is distinguished by its year-long clinical teaching placement, which places candidates in high-needs schools to gain vital hands-on experience. Abilene Christian University holds full accreditation from the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) and the Texas Education Agency. These partnerships and recognitions ensure that the curriculum meets the highest professional standards, producing effective educators who are ready to support diverse student populations from their first day on the job.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1250 per credit
National fee: USD 1250 per credit
Local fee: USD 1250 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 36 credit hours focused on advanced instructional strategies and classroom management. Modules may include:

Educational Research
Teaching Students with High Incidence Disabilities
Nurturing School Culture to Create a Learning Community
Meeting the Learning Challenge
Instructional Coaching
Overcoming Learning Barriers
Managing Data to Improve Student Learning
Action Research
Reframing Learning

Careers with Teaching and Learning

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped for a variety of professional roles within the education sector. The advanced training provided by the M.Ed. allows individuals to stand out in competitive applicant pools for teaching positions. Beyond the classroom, the qualification prepares graduates for specialised career paths, including roles in curriculum development and education policy development. The focus on leadership and data-driven instruction also provides a strong foundation for those seeking to move into instructional coaching or school administration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Creating Effective Learning Environments

Action Research for Classroom Teachers

Overcoming Learning Barriers

Reframing Learning

Managing Data to Improve Student Learning

Managing Conflict in the Schools

Nurturing School Culture to Create a Learning Community

Creating Effective Learning Environments

Meeting the Learning Challenge

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-18 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Abilene, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submitting a Statement of Intent

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree that includes teacher certification. The GPA requirement will be 3.0 overall and 3.0 in the content field.

Candidates must have earned no grade lower than a B in any undergraduate professional education courses (EDUC, READ, EACH, SPED).

Candidates must have no score below 3 on the Dispositions Review completed by three ACU faculty members

A completed application to the Fifth-Year Master’s in Teaching and Learning Degree sequence with a statement of purpose and philosophy (maximum of two pages with 12-point font, double-spaced) addressing one’s motivation for pursuing the degree and describing one’s current philosophy of education.

Complete an application to the ACU Office of Graduate Programs and pay a $65 fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

45000 USD / year

≈ 45000 USD / year
Out-of-State

45000 USD / year

≈ 45000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

45000 USD / year

≈ 45000 USD / year

Living costs

Abilene

United States

932 - 1728 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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