Curriculum & Instruction Master's Degree with a Concentration in Curriculum Studies/Teacher Education
Advance Your Career
The concentration in CSTE is designed to develop knowledge and skills of practicing teachers. Graduates of this concentration will have a broader knowledge of effective strategies for teaching and will find themselves able to take on roles as teacher mentors, curriculum development specialists, and assessment and evaluation specialists. This concentration may also interest students wishing to eventually pursue doctoral work.

Learning Model
Online
Credit Hours
36 credits
Maximum Transfer Hours
6 credit hours
Tuition Estimates
Average In or Out of State
$415-500 per credit hour
Tuition rates are based on your residency determination of Texas Resident, Non-Resident, or Foreign. Please consult the Admissions site for more information.
About This Program
In CSTE, we strive to create relationships with our students, and between our students and their communities. The capstone courses and the trademark outcomes for our degree include a community outreach experience where students work with a school or other educational partner to understand the community needs, and then develop an action plan to try and address those needs. We believe that our program will offer experiences to our students that are unique, and that will better prepare the student to create positive impact in their schools and communities.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates go on to work as:
- Teacher Mentors
- Instructional Coaches
- District-level Specialists in:
- Curriculum Development
- Evaluation
- Teacher Training and Professional Development
- District-level Content Pedagogy Specialists
- Human Resource Development Specialists in Corporate Environments
- Education Experts in Non-Profit Corporations
Why Curriculum Studies/Teacher Education?

Quality
Faculty comprise nationally and internationally recognized scholars following best practices in education.

Demand
Schools need strong teacher leaders and constantly improving practitioners.

Success
Flexible class offerings and a degree plan to fit your needs, even at a distance.
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College of Education
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Address
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