Diane Gaston | Walden University M.S. Graduate
Whether you are a veteran teacher or new to the field, Walden’s M.S. in Education program can help you become a more effective teacher and improve student outcomes. After completing a core curriculum that focuses on teacher professionalism, diversity, and collaborative learning, you may choose from more than a dozen degree specializations that can help you focus your studies on an area that interests you. Grounded in current theory, the M.S. in Education gives you strategies that you can apply immediately in your classroom.
The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), the recognized standard of excellence in professional preK–12 education. NCATE is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Out of more than 110 online master’s degree programs in education, Walden’s programs were selected by the National Education Association (NEA) Academy to offer NEA members high-quality professional development opportunities at a valuable savings.
In honor of our NEA Academy partnership, NEA members enrolling as new students in the M.S. in Education, M.S. in Early Childhood Studies or M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology program may be eligible for:
Contact a Walden enrollment advisor by calling, toll-free, 1.888.893.7573 to learn more about special NEA member benefits.
Elementary Education
Middle and High School Education
Teacher Leadership and Developing Other Educators
To learn more about Walden University’s online degree programs, complete the request information form. A Walden enrollment advisor will contact you with information about our education programs.
For assistance deciding which specialization fits your goals, call an enrollment advisor at:
1-888-502-6865
Walden offers both state-approved educator licensure programs as well as programs and courses that do not lead to licensure or endorsements. Prospective students must review their state licensure requirements prior to enrolling. For more information, please refer to www.WaldenU.edu/educlicensure.
Prospective Alabama students: Contact the Teacher Education and Certification Division of the Alabama State Department of Education at 1-334-242-9935 or www.alsde.edu to verify that these programs qualify for teacher certification, endorsement, and/or salary benefits.
Prospective Washington state students are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 1-360-725-6275 or prof.educ@k12.wa.us to determine whether Walden’s programs in the field of education are approved for teacher certification or endorsements in Washington state. Additionally, teachers are advised to contact their individual school district as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.
Prospective Georgia students: At this time, this program is not eligible for certificate level upgrades in Georgia.
* Not valid for Tennessee residents.
** Only one tuition-reduction benefit may be applied to tuition and fees. Students are still responsible for all other non-tuition costs including but not limited to university and program fees.
The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership at Walden University is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). This accreditation covers all initial teacher preparation programs and advanced educator preparation programs. However, the accreditation does not include individual education courses offered to preK–12 educators for professional development, relicensure, or other purposes.