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Truman State University

About

Truman University considers itself a different kind of public university with a different kind of liberal arts and sciences curriculum. At Truman, rigorous academics meets a close-knit and accepting campus culture. As an intellectually curious student, you will find active learning environments and dynamic faculty who will help develop your problem solving skills. Truman is committed to the future success of every student, and their rankings and performance reflect that.

  • College or University
  • Kirksville, MO

Institution Links

  • Admissions
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Online Application
Catherine Timson

The MAE program offers very specific classes geared toward my career, so I am learning specifically how to be a good high school English teacher, rather than just learning the content itself.

Catherine Timson

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Master’s & certification

Master of Arts in Education

  • From 18 to 24 months

    Program Duration

  • In-person

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    Yes

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Program Info

Learn to fan the flames of learning for new generations of students with Truman State's Master of Arts in Education program. Several specializations mean you'll learn the most modern and research-based methods to teach what you're passionate about, with constant support and feedback from your professors. You will complete one full-semester of an in-class internship and will have plenty of classroom experiences outside of the internship as well. And since Truman is Missouri's only public liberal arts and sciences university, you'll participate in a holistic and balanced curriculum that studies your teaching area from a variety of perspectives.

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

  • $8,252

    In State Tuition

  • $14,154

    Out of State Tuition

  • $40

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Truman State University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Truman State University to see if you can, too!

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Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

Truman State University Foundation Scholarships are available to students in the Education program and there are competitive Graduate Teaching Research Assistant/Graduate Administrative Assistant positions available.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Biology
Chemistry
Elementary Education
English / Language Arts
English Language Learners
French
Health
Latin
Mathematics
Music
Physical Education
Physics
Social Sciences
Spanish
Special Education
Speech & Theater / Theater

Stats

Gender
  • Male

  • Female


    22%

    78%

Ethnicity
  • American Indian or Alaskan Native

  • Asian

  • Black

  • Hispanic/Latino

  • Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander

  • White

  • Two or more races


    0%

    1%

    1%

    0%

    0%

    99%

    0%

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