Overview
The 33 credit hour The Adult Learning and Leadership is offered by from Kansas State University helps working adults from a wide variety of professions become better educators, trainers, facilitators, program planners, managers, and leaders.
This degree is offered at the K-State Olathe campus, online and in Fort Leavenworth.
Opportunity to specialize
The remaining 18 credit hours are electives, providing an opportunity to specialize in a content area most applicable to your goals. A variety of electives are available, or you can choose a Graduate Certificate Program in an area like Adult Learning or Leadership Dynamics.
Career pathways
This broad degree is applicable in many professions. Our students and alumni work in a variety of fields and have attained leadership positions in:
- Corporate training
- Technology
- Criminal justice/Public safety
- Ministry
- Health care and medicine
- Parks and recreation
- Higher education — Faculty and administration
- Non-profit agencies
- Military
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Adult Learning and Leadership
- Characteristics of the Adult Learner
- Critical and Social Issues in Adult Learning
- Program Planning in Adult Learning and Leadership
- Adult Learning and Motivation
- Research Methods in Education
- Topics in Learning and Leadership
- Community Educational Development
- Social Justice Education: Research, Theory, and Practice
Women, Education, Leadership, and Work
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Education Management, Organisation & Leadership Adult Education View 156 other Masters in Adult Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete all required sections and upload documents or media to your online application as they are requested. Do not submit documents by email or mail to the graduate school (unless you receive a request).
- If you need assistance with the online application select the 'Contact our help desk' option shown on the online application website.
Tuition Fee
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International
16830 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 510 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
16830 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 510 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
16830 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 510 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Manhattan
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.