The M.S.Ed. program draws in students from all over the US and world due to its comprehensive curriculum, nationally recognized faculty, and emphasis on practical experience. The 36-credit program takes full-time students two academic years or four semesters to complete. ODU's reputation as a U.S. News & World Report top-ranked research university and its status as the most affordable university in the Commonwealth of Virginia makes your degree worth the investment.
Program Highlights
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1 Program, 3 Tracks: Our unique approach allows HIED MSED students to take core courses and field experiences with their cohort while specializing in one of three tracks
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D.C., Richmond, & Study Abroad Programs: ODU GAs receive travel support for professional development to attend and present at national conferences, e.g., NASPA, ACPA, NAFSA, SACSA, etc.
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Career Development & Mentoring: Students have opportunities for up to eight interviews for 48+ different assistantships and internship at different types of higher education institution in the region, including research universities, liberal arts colleges, HBCUs and community colleges
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Diversity & Inclusive Excellence: ODU is a proud minority-serving institution that believes diversity drives innovation and creativity, and fosters academic excellence. We are among the top-ranked universities in CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index for high-quality education that provides economic opportunity
Careers
Check out these ideas from ODU's Center for Career & Leadership Development and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Requirements
M.S.Ed. fall semester applicant review begins on January 1st and continues on a rolling basis. Fall applicants are encouraged to submit as early as possible in preparation for Monarch Preview Days in mid-February. M.S.Ed. spring semester applicants must apply by October 1st. To apply to the program:
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Complete an online application, and pay application fee;
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Upload unofficial transcripts from previous educational institutions;
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Applicants whose native language is not English must submit a current score for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT of at least 80.
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Applicants also upload supplemental materials including: • A CV or resume that describes the your academic and professional background; • 1-page Essay/Statement of Purpose that addresses: What are your professional interests and goals? Why are you interested in higher education? Why do you wish to obtain a MSEd? • A writing sample from undergraduate coursework; • Two (2) letters of recommendation: one academic, one professional. At least one letter must come from a professor or an individual who describes the applicant's academic performance and writing ability. Applicants will enter the emails for references in the online system, and references will be emailed a link to upload a letter of recommendation on letterhead and complete the online reference form.
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Cost of Attendance
We believe in providing students with transparent and accessible information about the cost of attendance.
Review the estimated tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year (subject to change). Non-resident rates are charged for anyone who is not a current Virginia resident, including international students.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Old Dominion University, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
Graduate Assistantships
No additional forms need to be submitted with your online application to be considered for graduate assistantships (GAs). Admitted students are automatically eligible for GAs, so applicants do NOT need to complete the optional Application for Institutional Graduate Financial Assistance form to be considered for GAs.
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