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You're shaping tomorrow for your students. Invest in brighter possibilities for you too. Regent's Master of Education – Curriculum & Instruction – STEM Education program is designed for busy schedules, immediate application and increased marketability. Let us help you add meaning and expertise to curriculum, instruction, assessment and content knowledge in the STEM disciplines.
Capitalize on a higher salary with accelerated STEM success.
Enhance scientific literacy through STEM integration.
Enjoy leadership opportunities in a variety of science, technology, engineering and math fields.
Experience Regent, ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report for two consecutive years (2019 & 2020). Its programs have also been recognized among the top 5 online graduate education programs in Virginia for seven consecutive years. Regent graduates are empowered to make a difference in lives, which has led to more than 850 alumni being recognized as Teachers of the Year in Hampton Roads since 2004.
Presented from a Christian worldview, this in-demand degree is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach.
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Previous Teaching Experience Required
Fully Online M.Ed.
8-Week Course Sessions
On completing the Master of Education – Curriculum & Instruction – STEM Education degree, you will be able to:
Click any section below for additional information or access your course schedule.
2019-2020 Semester Check-In Deadlines:
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester 2 weeks prior to the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
Session |
Semester Check-In |
Session Start Date |
Session A |
Friday, August 9 |
Monday, August 26 |
Session M |
Friday, September 13 |
Monday, September 23 |
Session B |
Friday, October 18 |
Monday, October 28 |
Session C |
Friday, January 3 |
Monday, January 13 |
Session T |
Friday, January 31 |
Monday, February 10 |
Session D |
Friday, March 6 |
Monday, March 16 |
Session E |
Friday, May 1 |
Monday, May 11 |
Session F |
Friday, June 12 |
Monday, June 22 |
Application Process – Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Step 1: Application & Application Fee
Submit your application using our Regent University Online Application.
Pay the $50 application fee online during the application process.
Fee Waiver: Attend a graduate School of Education on-campus or online information session to learn how to streamline your application process, discover financial aid resources and waive your $50 application fee.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit your Unofficial College Transcripts*
We are able to examine and view your unofficial transcript from a U.S.-based school, which indicates successful completion of a bachelor's degree program, in order to review you for an admissions decision. Please submit your unofficial transcript to our Admissions Office by email to transcripts@regent.edu using the subject line: SOE Master's Application Pieces.
Non-U.S. transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company. For further details, please review the International Admissions Checklist on the International Students Admissions page.
International Applicants: Please visit the International Students Admissions page for a more detailed explanation of the Regent University application information and to determine whether or not you qualify as an international student.
Step 3: Complete Your Admissions Questionnaire
In lieu of the previously required writing sample, please complete a brief admissions questionnaire based on your professional goals and interests. This should only take a few minutes to complete but please answer the questions completely and thoughtfully. This gives us a better opportunity to get to know you and align your objects with our programs. The admissions questionnaire can be found here. Once completed, it will be sent directly to an enrollment counselor who will be in touch with you right away to help complete the rest of your application.
Step 4: Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Simply scan and upload a copy of your driver's license, high school ID, passport, permanent resident card or official government ID card, using our secure and convenient online tool. If you would prefer to take a picture of your government-issued ID and email that to our office, please attach your ID and email to apply@regent.edu with the subject line: Government ID.
Step 5: Admissions Interview
If an interview is necessary, the admissions office will contact you to schedule an appointment. The interview can be conducted on campus or over the phone and typically takes about 20 minutes.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
2018-19 Tuition Rates
Degree Level / Program | Cost Per Credit Hour |
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) |
$550 per credit (In-state & Out-of-state) |
2019-20 Tuition Rates
Degree Level / Program | Cost Per Credit Hour |
---|---|
Master of Education (M.Ed.) |
$550 per credit (In-state & Out-of-state) |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $550 |
Library Orientation | $50 (one-time fee) |
Blackboard Orientation | $50 (one-time fee) |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
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