Earn a Master of Arts in Education (MAED) From a 100% Online University
Advance your education with the 100% online Master of Arts in Education (MAED) degree program at Trident University International.
Through a quality online graduate program in education at Trident, you will work to:
- Develop critical analysis and research skills to assess problems and formulate solutions within the field of education.
- Promote collaborative communication and innovative leadership applying theories and models that contribute to instructional leadership and student success.
- Use a range of appropriate information and/or educational technologies to improve pedagogy and practice.
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior as an educator, leader, or scholar.
Online Master's in Education Degree Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Education curriculum focuses on the foundational knowledge necessary to analyze and apply appropriate theory related to learning, organizational management, and leadership. Students are prepared to make positive changes in the field of education with an understanding of current educational practices, educational policies, and factors that impact student success. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed for ethical and effective leadership careers in the field of education. See the Trident University Catalog for full descriptions of all program course offerings.
The program is designed to provide both a broad-based perspective of adult education and training, as well as an increased competence in fulfilling related responsibilities in educational institutions, nonprofits, and corporate organizations.
Note: As individual state requirements vary, the Master of Arts in Education degree is not a teacher licensure or certification program, nor does it provide administrative credentialing. Students are urged to contact their respective states for specific requirements beyond the graduate degree.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of their respective program option, graduates should be able to:
- Apply broad knowledge of educational theory and research to positively impact educational settings.
- Collaborate with educational stakeholders to promote a vision and mission that supports the success of students, school employees, and educational stakeholders.
- Utilize appropriate strategies to evaluate and apply educational research to foster effective learning environments.
- Identify appropriate educational technology resources to support student learning and staff professional development.
- Evaluate school improvement through assessment and data analysis based on relevant data or research.
- Apply an understanding of diversity and equity in education to foster inclusive school environments that enhance student learning or staff professional growth.
- Apply ethical behavior, standards, and decision-making in accordance with the ethical and legal standards of the profession.
Courses at Trident are industry-relevant. As an MA in Education student, you will take a variety of classes, including History and Policy in U.S. Education, Leadership and Organizational Theory, Law and Ethics in Education, Diversity in U.S. Education, and Educational Research.
You must complete 30 semester credits of core courses and electives, depending on your concentration.
The program requires five core courses (18 credits) plus one capstone course (3 credits) and four elective or concentration courses (12 credits). Choose from:
- Adult Education and Training - This concentration is designed to help professionals prepare to plan, develop, and deliver effective education and training programs to adult learners in vocational schools, military organizations, and corporate organizations.
- Athletics Administration - This concentration is designed to help professionals prepare to create a successful sports program at the interscholastic or college level.
- Aviation Education - This concentration is designed to help professionals who are interested in training positions in aviation-related fields prepare.
- Curriculum and Instruction - This concentration is designed to help professionals prepare to create and lead online and classroom-based instructional experiences for elementary and secondary students.
- Early Childhood Education - This concentration is designed to help licensed teachers and other professionals prepare to pursue career paths in child care administration, community services, and other specialty positions in the field of early childhood education.
- Elementary/Secondary Education Leadership and Administration -This concentration is designed to help professionals prepare to understand and apply administrative policy and procedure related to human resources and strategic planning in elementary/secondary school settings.
- Higher Education Leadership and Administration - This concentration is designed to help professionals prepare to pursue career paths as education leaders and administrators in a range of postsecondary institutions.
- K-12 Online Teaching and Learning - This concentration is designed to provide teachers and administrators skills needed to deliver online learning with various types of technology, understand classroom management, parent communication needs, and assess student learning.
- No Concentration - Students may customize the selection of four concentration courses to meet their specific career objectives.
See the Trident University Catalog for full descriptions of all concentration course offerings.
Subject to additional college-or program-specific admissions requirements, the following standard admissions requirements apply:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Certificate-seeking students must provide official transcripts of all prior academic work, including military transcripts.
- Master's degree students are required to provide official transcripts from the institution granting the undergraduate degree.
- Academic entrance exams, such as GRE, MAT or GMAT, are not required for admission.
- International students must provide proof of English proficiency (see Trident University Catalog for details).
The following standard transfer policies apply:
- Transfer students are required to provide official transcripts of all prior academic work without exception.
- Prior academic work will be articulated during the admission process.
- All courses, whether applied to a program or general elective in transfer will be posted to the student's permanent record.
- Transfer credits will not be included in the calculation of overall GPA.
- Graduate coursework submitted for transfer must have been completed within the prior seven years unless the content is deemed outdated or no longer equivalent or relevant by Trident.
- Trident may accept for transfer to the master's degree up to 30% of graduate level credits from other accredited colleges or universities. All transferred course credits must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.
Tuition cost for the MAED master's program only:
| tuition type | per credit | per course |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $567 | $1,701 |
| Retired Military / Veteran / And Their Immediate Family Members* | $425.25 | $1,275.75 |
| Military & Immediate Family Members / Department of Defense Federal Civilian Employees* | $325 | $975 |
| Active Duty, National Guard and Reserve U.S Military Service Members* | $250 | $750 |
*Tuition per credit represented with applicable military grant applied.
University Fees:
- Books and Supplies: $0
- Course Materials: $0
- Diploma Copy: $30 (optional)
- Food, Housing, and Transportation: N/A
- Graduation Fee: $150
- Official Transcript: $10
- Other Expedited Shipping Fees: varies based on region
- Payment Plan Set-up: $35-$55 (non-refundable)
- Student ID Card: $10 (optional)
- Technology Fee: $0
- Other fees may apply and are subject to change without advance notice.
Seeking more information on the cost of attending Trident University International? Visit Trident's Financial Aid Resources page where you will find financial aid tools including Trident's Net Price Calculator and Shopping Sheet, a guide to assist in early financial planning for college.
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*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Master of Arts in Education (MAED) program focuses on the foundational knowledge necessary to analyze and apply appropriate theory related to learning, organizational management, and leadership. Students can prepare to make positive changes in the field of education with an understanding of current educational practices, educational policies, and factors that impact student success. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue ethical and effective leadership career paths in the field of education.
Students in this program will study educational theory and research best practices in education that are designed to support student achievement, school improvement, as well as professional development for staff. Students will explore how to apply data to develop evidence-based conclusions and demonstrate an ability to serve as scholar practitioners.
The MAED degree offers the following concentrations: adult education and training, athletics administration, aviation education, curriculum and instruction, early childhood education, elementary/secondary education leadership and administration, higher education leadership and administration, and K-12 online teaching and learning. The MAED is also available with a no concentration option allowing candidates to customize their program with a selection of four concentration courses.
Trident’s Master of Education (MAED) is a 30-semester credit program that requires five core courses plus one capstone course (18 credits), and four elective or concentration courses (12 credits).
Trident may accept up to 9 transfer credits for this program from other accredited colleges or universities with provided official transcripts. Additional credits for consideration may include credits from a professional certificate, diploma, or a military occupation or ranking.*
*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
You can begin your education at Trident now. Classes at Trident begin monthly. Completion of the applications and admissions processes will depend on how quickly you begin.
Speak to an Admissions Advisor over the phone (1-800-579-3197) or request information online.
Once you have completed the online request, you may hear from an advisor within 24 hours to discuss the next steps toward starting your degree program.
Trident offers flexible courses in a curriculum tailored to skills and training utilized in the field of education today. In addition, it was developed for working adults. Trident goes the extra mile to evaluate military training and traditional academic credit to maximize potential credit transfer. We also offer several non-traditional ways to earn academic credits that can accelerate your ability to meet graduation requirements. Degree candidates can pursue an education degree online, allowing the flexibility to study on their own schedules.
