Overview

The National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) are embedded in the competencies of this program of study. Participants will build knowledge in subject matter, instructional practices, and the learning/teaching process. Participants will integrate current research into effective practices and develop the leadership capacities necessary to implement effective educational practices in local settings.

The Education program from Southwest Minnesota State University is offered in three formats:

Blended: Sports Leadership; Teaching English as a Second Language; and Teaching, Learning, and Leadership emphases.
Off-campus Learning Community(LC): Teaching, Learning, and Leadership emphasis.
(see Learning Community information following course descriptions)
Online: Master of Science in Education with an emphasis in English, Math, or Reading.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research in Education
Professional Planning & Assessment
Research Project Design
21st Century Based Teaching and Learning
Action Research: Project Implementation
Critical Theory of Educational Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

34 SCH

34-37

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Marshall, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application
$30 (Non-Refundable) Application Fee
Official transcript from an accredited college or university stating a Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) has been completed. If you attended a Minnesota State College or University, SMSU should be able to view your transcript without you having to request one to be sent.
**International Students, please submit an evaluation of your transcripts so we can receive a calculation of your GPA. We currently accept evaluations from SpanTran, WES, and ECE.
You are required to have a 3.0 GPA for admission into the program. If your GPA is under the requirement, you may still qualify for provisional admission through demonstrating your skills and abilities within your application. Provisional admission does require students to attain a 3.0 GPA in their first semester.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

6036 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3018 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

6036 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3018 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

6036 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3018 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Marshall

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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