Program Overview
The Adult and Community Education at Ball State University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Adult and Community Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Muncie, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Adult and Community Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Adult and Community Education
- Organizing Adult and Community Education Programs
- The Adult as a Learner
- Strategies for Teaching Adults
- Program Planning in Community and Adult Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants for the M.A. in the Adult and Community education must complete the university Application for Graduate Admission form and provide transcripts from all colleges/universities attended. To be admitted to graduate study toward a master\'s degree, a student must meet the following minimum criteria:
Hold an earned bachelor\'s degree from a college or university that is accredited by its regional accrediting association.
Have one of the following:
an undergraduate cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of the baccalaureate.
a 3.0 average in 9 semester hours of graduate work approved by the chairperson of the major department and approved in advance by the graduate dean, and a score on the Graduate Record Examination of 900 on the Quantitative and Verbal sections or 1350 with the analytical section added.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ball State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Ball State University
Ball State University
Muncie, United States
Ball State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months