Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction (MED)
Denver, USA
M.Ed. (Master of Education)
DURATION
4 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 14,000 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
This program does not accept International students, only Domestic USA students
Program Summary
MSU Denver’s Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with concentrations in Trauma-Informed Practices or Inclusive Practices will prepare students to acquire expertise in building and leading educational environments that meet the needs of all students.
What can I do with this degree?
The Med program will prepare you to be an innovator and a leader in the educational setting in which you work by exploring new methods of teaching and leadership. You will learn to develop and lead educational environments that are equitable, sustaining, and responsive to the needs of every student
How long is it going to take?
On average, four (4) semesters. Med Program completion requires 49 graduate credits.
What prior knowledge/training is required?
A previous degree and position in education or social science is required.
How is the program delivered?
The MEd program can be completed completely online through synchronous coursework.
Financial Aid at MSU Denver
Domestic students can obtain financial aid in the form of unsubsidized loans. The process of receiving financial aid starts with submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete and submit the FAFSA as early as possible to be considered for the best aid available. Financial aid is awarded based on need, which is determined in part by annual income.
The information you submit via the FAFSA will allow MSU Denver to determine how to help you meet your financial needs. To continue to receive financial aid throughout your academic career, you must submit the FAFSA every year.
MSU Denver Graduate Studies also offers a limited number of Graduate Research Assistantships and Professional Development Fellowships.
Concentration Options
Trauma-Informed Practices
In this concentration, you will focus on equity in education as it relates to recognizing and addressing the learning and behavioral needs of children who have experienced trauma.
Inclusive Practices
In this concentration, you will focus on equity in education as it relates to access and inclusion for all students.
Business Education
This concentration provides content-rich coursework for in-service educators and empowers teaching in secondary or post-secondary classrooms, to include concurrent enrollment.
In this concentration, you will focus on in-depth coursework for secondary educators focusing on business disciplines. Coursework includes concepts in accounting, economics, finance and marketing. Additional coursework options include information systems, business law and operations and supply chain management.
English Education
This concentration provides content-rich coursework for in-service educators and empowers teaching in secondary or post-secondary classrooms, to include concurrent enrollment.
In this concentration, you will focus on content rich coursework for secondary educators focusing on English Language Arts. Coursework includes concepts in linguistic diversity, literature, writing and assessment.
Our Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree is unique in its offering of concentration areas in Trauma-Informed Practices, Inclusive Practices, English Education, and Business Education. In our program, students will:
- Build expertise and leadership skills;
- Increase their focus on equitable, sustaining, and responsive curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of every student;
- Collaborate with a diverse student population;
- Engage in topical coursework;
- Experience incredible value;
- Interact with supportive faculty and staff who value diversity, equity, and inclusion; and
- Find convenience in course delivery format options.
The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction can distinguish you as a leader and innovator within your educational context.
In addition to your area of educational concentration, you will obtain the knowledge and skills to strive toward equity and inclusion across your work with students.