Program Overview
The Educational Studies at University of Cincinnati is a MEd programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. 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 Educational Studies 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: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 25,696 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Cincinnati, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
- Higher Education Administration: Students will focus on content that higher education leaders and college and university administrators are required to be knowledgeable in, as well as provide students with foundational knowledge and innovative solutions that build stronger academic and postsecondary institutions.
- Research for Social Change: Students will learn research that can make a difference across the full breadth of the educational landscape and community settings. Through multidisciplinary coursework, students gain expertise in research-to-action and educational approaches toward social justice and strengthening of communities.
- Educational Psychology and Child Study: Students will gain expertise in developmental learning sciences (human learning and development; cognitive and developmental psychology) and the developmental study of children.
- Applied Research Methods: This concentration prepares students to learn the application and development of quantitative methodologies as tools to gather evidence in the field of education and other social and behavioral sciences.
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).
Admission Requirements
- Transcripts: Official transcripts documenting completion of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university.
- GPA: A preferred minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 [on a 4.0 scale]. Note: uGPA\xc2\x92s below 3.0 require a waiver from the Graduate School.
- GRE: A preferred combined score of 292 (950 for tests taken prior to August 1, 2011) on the verbal and quantitative sections of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and preferred minimum score of 4 on
- Letters of Recommendation: Three external recommendations addressing academic and professional background and accomplishments.
- Goal Statement: A goal statement describing academic credentials and professional experiences relevant to a degree in Educational Studies; interests and experiences that match expertise available among Educational Studies faculty; and a commitment to education, and diversity.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 25,696 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 25,696 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cincinnati 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 University of Cincinnati
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, United States
University of Cincinnati 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