Program Expectations & Advising Resources for the M.A. Educational Studies, Non-Licensure

The School of Education through Liberty University Online offers numerous graduate programs at the master’s level. Within this program, students have the freedom to customize the degree by selecting 2 areas of study related to career aspirations. This program can help provide a foundational knowledge of educational philosophy as well as specialized training in gifted education, online learning, urban education, and more, depending on the area of interest.

Coursework provides focused training for candidates seeking a position as a K–12 educator or those wanting to further their education in preparation of the pursuit of an Education Specialist or Doctor of Education degree.

This is a non-licensure program.

Requirements

• General Information
  • Degree Completion Plan
  • Course Guides
  • 3.0 GPA
• Gate Information
  • Gate 1: Program Acknowledgement
  • Gate 2: Program Status Check
  • Gate 3: Capstone Application

Framework and Dispositions

The purpose of the School of Education is to develop Christ-centered educators and leaders through rigorous, biblically-based instruction and practical training.

The faculty of the School of Education has delineated the dispositions that must be observable in each candidate of our programs at all levels:

• Displays a sense of social responsibility
• Demonstrates commitment/work ethic
• Demonstrates reflective practice
• Displays personal integrity
• Displays professionalism

Transfer Credit

View the graduate transfer policies.

Licensure Information

This program does not lead to state licensure or certification. Candidates in this program are not eligible to pursue a student teaching or internship semester.