This program is offered fully online.

The Master of Education in Instruction degree at Augusta University supports educators by enhancing their professional knowledge and skills related to teaching, managing, and learning in P-12 schools and other educational settings. Aligned with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, the program of study addresses the Georgia Department of Education’s TAPS performance standards and the teacher evaluation system.

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The M.Ed. in Instruction is dedicated to:

  • Empowering teachers to take control of their own professional development. 
  • Improving teaching practices leading to improved student learning. 
  • Integrating theory, research, and classroom data with advanced practical teaching strategies for classroom implementation.
  • Improving teaching practices in the areas of: teaching and learning strategies, classroom management, instructional technology, teaching diverse learners in the local context, designing and implementing relevant classroom assessments and using data to inform and improve practice.  

The Master of Education (MEd) in Instruction is designed for candidates who hold a valid teaching certificate and seek an advanced graduate degree. The program consists of 30 semester hours. All content coursework and key assessments will reflect existing certification areas.

Class Start Deadlines - AUO programs - MED-Instruction
Spring 2024 – January 8 December 13, 2023 
Summer 2024 – May 20 May 1, 2024
Fall 2024 – August 14 July 15, 2024

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Admission Requirements

 Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the Baccalaureate level. 

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited program and an accredited college or university. To be used to satisfy degree requirements, evaluation of foreign educational transcripts must show degree earned that is the U.S. equivalency of degree required by the program.

  • Applicants can submit unofficial domestic (US) transcripts up until May 1, 2023 to be considered for an admission decision for the Fall 2023 semester.
  • IF ALL application documents required by your program are not received by May 1, 2023 then official transcripts and all missing application documents must be submitted by the program’s standard application deadline to be considered for application review and an admission decision after May 1.
  • Applicants can monitor the receipt of their application materials by logging into their application portal.
  • Applicants who are offered acceptance based on unofficial transcripts must submit their official transcripts no later than August 1, 2023 for the Fall 2023 semester.
  • If official transcripts are not received by August 1, 2023 then enrollment will not be allowed for Fall 2023 and the acceptance will be deferred to a future term or withdrawn.

Additional Information and Important Directions for Submission of Unofficial Transcript

Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended. Only in the case of transcripts from international colleges/universities will an official course-by-course transcript evaluation be accepted in lieu of an official transcript. Official transcripts should be sent to Augusta University's Office of Academic Admissions. To remain official, all transcripts must remain in the original, unopened, sealed and stamped/signed envelope from the Registrar's office of the issuing institution. Alternatively, Augusta University will accept official electronic transcripts from the registrar's office at your prior institution. Electronic transcripts should be directed to graduateadmissions@augusta.edu.

 

A valid teaching credential is required for applicants seeking to level-up their teaching certification at a district or state level.  For applicants seeking this degree for other professional reasons, a valid teaching credential is not required.

 In accordance with Board of Regents Policy 4.1.6, all applicants for admission to Augusta University are required to provide validation of lawful presence in the United States. Acceptance to the Augusta University is conditional until lawful presence is verified. ALL applicants who are U.S. Citizens must submit documentation that verifies his/her lawful presence in the United States at time of application to admissions@augusta.edu.

Technology Requirements

Operating System:  
Chrome 84.0.4147.136 or newer.

Processor:
 1.1Ghz or faster.

RAM/Memory:
4Gb Ram

Storage:
32Gb eMMC

Features:

  • Webcam and microphone
  • Access to a broadband internet connection.

Also Recommended (but not required): 

  • Headphones

Operating System:  
macOS 10.13 or higher

Processor:
minimum Intel Core i3 or equivalent 

RAM/Memory:
8GB or higher 

Storage:
128GB internal hard drive or larger (256+GB solid state drives preferred, but not required) 

Features:

  • Webcam and microphone
  • Access to a broadband internet connection.

Also Recommended (but not required): 

  • Headphones
  • Cat5e or Cat6 ethernet cable (suggested 5 feet or longer) with any needed adapters

Operating System:  
Windows 10 Home or Pro (“streamlined” versions such as Windows 10S are not supported)

Processor:
minimum Intel Core i3 or equivalent 

RAM/Memory:
8GB or higher 

Storage:
128GB internal hard drive or larger (256+GB solid state drives preferred, but not required) 

Features:

  • Webcam and microphone
  • Access to a broadband internet connection.

Also Recommended (but not required): 

  • Headphones
  • Cat5e or Cat6 ethernet cable (suggested 5 feet or longer) with any needed adapters

Master of Education in Instruction Disclosure Statement

Augusta University offers several online degree, certificate, and endorsement programs. These programs are designed to meet the criteria for certification, endorsement, and advancement in the subject matter and grade level classifications established by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Each state board establishes their own criteria for teacher/leader certification, which, in addition to educational requirements, may include (but are not limited to) testing requirements, mandatory certifications, minimum years in service, background checks, applications and fees. For questions relating to state board requirements for certification in your state, please contact the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

Master of Education in Instruction License Disclosure Statement

Federal Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v) and 34 CFR 66.43 (c) require disclosure by all educational institutions regarding educational requirements for programs leading to professional licensure or certification.  Please carefully review the information provided in the program's disclosure statement for the Master of Education in Instruction.


Contact Us

AU Online
Summerville Campus
Allgood Hall
Suite E323
706-770-6046
admissions@online.augusta.edu

Program Coordinator:       Dr. Kim Barker


  University Hall, Suite 366
  706-737-1496

Application Deadlines

In order for an individual to be considered the online application and all materials must be received on or before the deadlines below.

 

Spring 2025 Application Deadline:
December 13, 2024

 

Summer  2025 Application Deadline:

May 1, 2025

 

Fall 2025 Application Deadline: July 14, 2025