Overview

The BYU Masters in Teacher Education is a part-time, research-based program that will help you meet your potential as an educator through:

• Educational opportunities and mentoring to support your development and expertise in teaching and learning
• An introduction to educational research with exploration of literature to understand and critically think about complex educational issues
• Cultivation of a deep understanding of educational processes, practices, and issues that connect to advocacy, equity, and a development of content expertise
• Working toward becoming producers of knowledge through the research process

Prerequisites

• 3.0 total GPA
• Accredited bachelors degree in area of early childhood, elementary or secondary education, or related field
• 1 year of teaching practice (preferred)

Application Documents

• Transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
• 3 letters of recommendation
• Letter of intent
• Ecclesiastical Endorsement
• Resume

How to Apply

Application Details

The MA in Teacher Education Program admits applicants only every two years. Application is completed online at Graduate studies.

International Applicants

Required English Proficiency Test: https://gradstudies.byu.edu/admissions/english-proficiency

Because our program is a part-time, summer intensive program, international students will be required to take additional credits to maintain their full-time status. Information regarding university policies on full-time status can found at the following link: https://gradstudies.byu.edu/academics/full-time-status

International Student Services: https://iss.byu.edu/

Graduation Requirements

• 33 major credit hours (minimum)
• Research-based thesis required
• Final Oral Examination
• College and Graduate Studies ETD Approval

Thesis/Graduation Deadlines