Online master’s in education degrees

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Build the advanced credentials to transform your future

Earn a career-focused graduate degree or specialized endorsement that can maximize the return on your educational investment. Whether you are seeking initial teacher certification in Georgia, or want to elevate your existing credentials, Brenau University’s convenient online programs offer individualized mentorship that helps you make the leap from dreaming of more, to doing more.

Progress toward your goals at a pace that fits your life with accelerated seven-week courses and flexible scheduling that allows you to adjust your courseload term by term. As a leader in educator preparation for nearly 150 years, you can trust the dedicated faculty and staff at Brenau to offer unwavering support through every phase of your personal and professional development.

Benefits of a respected Brenau education

  • Online graduate degrees in the College of Education were ranked 9th in the nation on U.S. News & World Report‘s Honor Roll listing.
  • Education degrees are approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for Teacher Education Programs.
  • Brenau is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
  • Small classes with a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio

Discover your personalized path to a rewarding teaching career

You’ve built a solid career foundation, now take your expertise to the next level. Brenau’s graduate education programs focus on proven and emerging teaching strategies to help you unlock promising opportunities and build advanced credentials. Choose the option that best supports your future success.

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Our online education master’s programs deliver advanced skills and subject matter expertise to put your goals within reach.

  • Master of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education
  • Master of Arts in Teaching Middle Grades Education
  • Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Education
  • Master of Arts in Teaching Special Education
  • Master of Education in Elementary Education
  • Master of Education in Middle Grades Education
  • Master of Education in Special Education

Endorsements

Earning an education endorsement allows you to enhance your teaching knowledge in specific content areas to prepare for new professional opportunities.

  • Autism Endorsement
  • English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement
  • Reading Endorsement

About us

Brenau University is a private, nonprofit institution with a rich, 148-year legacy of transforming lives. We are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees in a variety of academic disciplines.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our dedication to supporting you through every step of your development. At Brenau, we care about your future success and believe the greatest achievement in life is “to find the joy in doing rather than dreaming.”

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Online learning

The Brenau online experience features multiple start dates per year, so you can begin your program when it’s most convenient. Flexible coursework gives you the freedom to complete your studies outside of work or family time by eliminating most in-person requirements. You’ll thrive in small classes where questions are encouraged, faculty members know your name and personalized mentorship supports your personal and professional development.

Accelerate your professional growth with real-world coursework

Our long history of developing respected educators gives us keen insight into what it takes to thrive in the classroom. Our graduate education courses prepare you to respond to, and overcome, the modern challenges teachers face daily. You can also take three additional courses to add a specialized endorsement.

Take your education career to the next level

Show potential employers that you’re a skilled educator who consistently outperforms expectations by earning a Brenau graduate degree. Our nationally recognized online programs position you for lifelong success and increased earning potential. Among the largest school districts in the country, nearly 88% offer a salary increase to teachers who earn master’s degrees.1

Education career paths and salaries

  • Elementary School Teacher: $61,3502
  • High School Teacher: $61,8202
  • Instructional Coordinator: $63,7402
  • Middle School Teacher: $61,3202
  • Special Education Teacher: $61,8202

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Sources

  1. National Council on Teacher Quality. How do school districts compensate teachers for advanced degrees? Retrieved from https://www.nctq.org.
  2. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Education, Training, and Library Occupations. Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/home.htm.