Master of Arts in Secondary Education
University of South Dakota

Program Details

You can become a leader in secondary education with the Master of Arts in Secondary Education from USD. You can opt for a career in education administration or teaching with this online secondary education master’s program. The program provides both a thesis-track and a non-thesis track.

Offering new concepts of professional practice, this online secondary education graduate program meets your professional needs to advance your career in academia. You can choose from two specializations:

  • Culturally & Linguistically Diverse (CLD)
  • Science, technology, and math (STEM)

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of South Dakota is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.7 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Occupational License, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Intended for professionals working in an educational environment
  • Check your state’s standards if you reside outside of South Dakota