Overview
About Learning Sciences at The University of Iowa
Our program delivers experiences that enable you to develop a principled understanding of how people think and learn and how to use that knowledge for designing, implementing, and evaluating instruction, technology, and the social and material components of learning environments beyond the classroom alone.
Your program advisor will help guide you through the requirements for degree completion.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Foundations of the Learning Sciences
- Design of Instruction
- Educational Psychology
- Tools and External Representations in Learning Processes
- Cognitive Theories of Learning
- Design of Learning Environments
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Late applications will be accepted but may not be considered for funding.
Language
Credits
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Disciplines
Education Teaching View 2013 other Masters in Teaching in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor’s degree from a Regionally Accredited American College or University, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions.
- Undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 or better on a four-point scale.
- Graduate GPA or 3.00 or better on a four-point scale.
- Teaching experience is desirable but not required.
- English Proficiency Requirements (international applicants)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Once recommended for admission, international students must send a Financial Statement.
- Your official GRE scores from Education Testing Service
Tuition Fee
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International
31254 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31254 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
32887 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 32887 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
13939 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13939 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Iowa City
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.