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Secondary Education (M.Ed.)

Degree Requirements

With a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Secondary Education participants can focus on issues of school improvement while also developing expertise in a content area such as English, math, the social sciences, science, business, art, health, Spanish, or French. Programs tailored to a dual focus of a content area plus technology, reading, students with special needs, or leadership are also possible.

This program is for individuals who already hold or qualify for a level four (4) Georgia Teacher's certificate.

Admission Requirements

  1. Graduate Admissions Application Form
  2. Two professional recommendations (pdf)
  3. Official copies of all transcripts
  4. Passing scores on the Graduate Writing Assessment
  5. Minimal GPA of 2.5
  6. Verification of immunization
  7. Verification of Georgia T4 certification or evidence qualified for one

Certification
Candidates apply for upgrades through their school systems or directly to the Professional Standards Commission. GCSU is not involved in this process.

Contact Information
Shanda Brand, Graduate Admission Advisor
shanda.brand@gcsu.edu
CBX 70; 220 Kilpatrick Hall
Milledgeville, GA 31061 (478) 445-1383
Phone toll free in Georgia: 800-342-0471 Ext. 1383

Dr. Brian Mumma, Interim Chairperson
brian.mumma@gcsu.edu
CBX 79, 206 Kilpatrick Hall
Milledgeville, GA 31061
(478) 445-2517
Phone toll free in Georgia: 800-342-0471 Ext. 2517

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