Education (Accomplished Teaching), MA
Curriculum, Instruction, K-12 Online, Master Teacher, Math Education, National Board, Special Education, Take One, Technology, elementary, secondary
ASU is not currently accepting applications for this program. Prospective students interested in master's degree programs that do not lead to teacher certification might consider the MA in Education, MEd in Global Education MEd, MEd in Learning Design and Technologies, and the MA in Learning Sciences.
Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College is changing their name, effective Fall 2025. The new name is Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation.
The Master of Arts program in education with a concentration in accomplished teaching is designed for practicing educators who want to advance their expertise, innovate in the classroom, and help their schools or other work settings redesign education from a deep understanding of educational theory and practice. Students improve their understanding of student learning and assessment, and they develop skills in conducting action research.
- College/school:
Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College
- Location: Tempe
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
30 credit hours and a thesis, or
30 credit hours including the required applied project course (DCI 593)
Required Core (15 credit hours)
Electives (12 credit hours)
Culminating Experience (3 credit hours)
DCI 593 Applied Project (3)
Additional Curriculum Information
Students should see the academic unit for an approved course list.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S. applicants | International applicants | English proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- three letters of recommendation
- personal statement
- resume
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
The letters of recommendation should be from individuals who can comment on the applicant's potential for success in a graduate program.
The personal statement should describe the applicant's interests and reason for seeking this degree.
GRE scores are not required for admission.
Educational Leadership & Innovation, Division
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ED 118
GraduateEducation@asu.edu
480-965-5555
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
