Program Overview
The Education in Elementary Education at Ball State University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered Online. 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 Education in Elementary 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: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 579 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 386 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education in Elementary Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
- ECYF 630 School, Family, and Community Partnerships (3 credits)
- ECYF 640 Early Childhood Education (3 credits)
- ECYF 641 Early Childhood Program Leadership (3 credits) OR ECYF 646 Integrated Curriculum in Early Childhood Education (3 credits) OR ECYF 649 Infant and Toddler Education (3 credits) OR ECYF 672 Mentoring Early Childhood Professionals (3 credits)
- ECYF 648 Play and Creativity in Early Childhood (3 credits)
- ECYF 651 Educational Programs for Young Children (3 credits) - Prerequisite ECYF 640
- ECYF 653 Observations and Assessment in Early Childhood (3 credits)
- EDEL 644 Education in a Diverse Society (3 credits)
- EDEL 676 Research in Elementary Education (3 credits)
- EDPS 627 Child Development (3 credits)
- EDRD 615 Early Literacy Development (3 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an institution that is accredited by its regional accrediting association. Review transcript submitting guidelines before applying.
- either a cumulative baccalaureate grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of your baccalaureate
- to meet departmental admissions criteria
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 579 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 386 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 579 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 386 (Tuition (Module)) — 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