M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction – Gifted & Talented (Non-Endorsement Option)
Make a Difference Through a Curriculum & Instruction Master’s that Focuses on Gifted & Talented Education
You’re in the trenches delivering your best in education. Shouldn’t you expect the same commitment as you upgrade your degree? Regent’s Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum & Instruction – Gifted & Talented without an endorsement is designed for immediate application, busy schedules, and brighter possibilities for your career. Let us help prepare you to develop and deliver effective instructional opportunities for all kinds of learning environments.
INCREASE YOUR INFLUENCE
Advance in leadership roles with higher salary potential.
DEVELOP ADVANCED CURRICULUM
Meet the education needs of high-ability learners with a master’s program that focuses on curriculum and instruction for gifted and talented students.
EXPAND YOUR CAREER PATH
Enjoy new opportunities in public, private, and higher education and the workplace.
ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE
Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for four years (2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023). Our programs have also been ranked among the Top 10 Best Online Graduate Education Programs in Virginia for 11 years in a row (2013-2023). Regent graduates are empowered to make a difference in lives, which has led to more than 900 alumni being recognized as Teachers of the Year in Hampton Roads since 2004.
Presented from a Christian worldview, this degree is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach. To pursue a program with an endorsement, explore the online M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction – Gifted & Talented (endorsement).
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction – Gifted & Talented degree without endorsement, you can:
- Identify gifted students in a variety of grade levels and settings.
- Create and evaluate curriculum through differentiation and tiered assessments.
- Design appropriate instructional strategies for gifted learners.
- Understand gifted individuals from a cognitive, psychosocial, and physiological perspective.
Career Opportunities
- Department Head
- Content Specialist
- Lead Teacher
- Curriculum Developer
2023-24 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before 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 11 | Monday, August 21 |
| Session M | Friday, September 8 | Monday, September 18 |
| Session B | Friday, October 13 | Monday, October 23 |
| Session C | Thursday, January 4 | Monday, January 8 |
| Session T | Friday, January 26 | Monday, February 5 |
| Session D | Friday, March 1 | Monday, March 11 |
| Session E | Friday, April 26 | Monday, May 6 |
| Session F | Friday, June 7 | Monday, June 17 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial College Transcripts
- Submit your unofficial college transcripts to regent.edu/items.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- Submit a photo of your government-issued ID to regent.edu/items.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Switcher | $250 | 6 | $1,500 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
| Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
| Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Switcher | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
| Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 9 | $7,200 |
| Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Switcher | $250 | 6 | $1,500 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
| Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
| Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Switcher | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
| Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 9 | $7,200 |
| Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
