Master of Education in Social Studies (5-8 or 5-12)
Franklin Pierce University

Program Details

The online Master of Education in Social Studies program for grades 5-12 expands upon an undergraduate degree in social studies, to include history, economics, geography, civics, or government. The curriculum develops professional expertise in a standards-based teaching environment that stresses accountability and excellence.

Coursework reviews best practices research while integrating current knowledge about technology, state and federal standards, multiple ways of learning, alternative assessment, reflective practice, and more.

This program provides three tracks of study:

  • M.Ed. degree and teaching certification
  • M.Ed. only
  • Certification only

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Franklin Pierce University is accredited by:

New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.8 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

PRAXIS

Application Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent