Teaching & Learning Masters Degrees for Certified Teachers (Advanced Programs)
The Department of Teaching & Learning offers the following Masters degrees for certified teachers and others seeking advanced study:
| Program/Concentration | Contact | Certification/License | Deadlines |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEd in Early Elementary Education | Sherri Brown | Rank Change in the State of Kentucky | Rolling Deadline, Admit F, S, & U |
| MEd in Instructional Technology | Stephen Swan | Various Industry Certifications | Rolling Deadline, Admit F, S, & U |
| MEd in Middle School Education | Jenny Bay-Williams | Rank Change in the State of Kentucky | Rolling Deadline, Admit F, S, & U |
| MEd in Reading Education | Brenda Overturf | Rank Change in the State of Kentucky | Rolling Deadline, Admit F, S, & U |
| MEd in Secondary Education | Jenny Bay-Williams | Rank Change in the State of Kentucky | Rolling Deadline, Admit F, S, & U |
| MEd in Special Education | Terry Scott, Latricia Bronger | Rank Change in the State of Kentucky | Rolling Deadline, Admit F, S, & U |
| MEd in Special Education: Assistive Technology | Office of Special Education; 502-852-6421 | Preparation for the RESNA national assistive technology practitioner (ATP) credentialing test | Contact the office at 502-852-0564 |
Detailed requirements for completing these degrees are provided in the UofL Graduate Catalog.
The Department of Teaching & Learning also offers master's degrees leading to initial teacher certification.
Admission Requirements
Prospective students must submit an on-line application for admission to the University of Louisville Graduate School.
As part of the application process, students are required to submit all official transcripts. The minimum requirement for admission is the baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
Each applicant is required to submit at least two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to the applicant’s academic and/or professional capabilities and potential are required.
Each applicant is required to submit official scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). To be considered for unconditional admission, students are required to have a minimum combined score of 800.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of all foreign students from countries in which English is not the native language. Students holding a baccalaureate or advanced degree from an accredited institution in the United States are exempt from this requirement.
Applicants must provide a copy of the Kentucky teaching certificate.
For unconditional admission, students are required to have a 2.75 cumulative grade point average, or 2.75 grade point average for the senior college years.
