M.A. in Education: Higher Education

Master's Degree

Master of Arts in Education with a Concentration in Higher Education

Saint Peter’s University has a long history of developing teachers and educational administrators who bring an ethical perspective to the field of education. Our School of Education offers programs for every stage in an education professional’s career. Saint Peter’s has developed education degrees to provide teachers the essential knowledge and skills needed for today’s most demanding and diverse classrooms. You’ll find convenient campus locations, flexible course terms, and a community of life-long learners dedicated to your success.

At A Glance
Degree Awarded: Master of Arts in Education
Concentrations: Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Reading, Teaching, ESL, Pre K- 3rd Grade; School Counseling; Special Education: Applied Behavior Analysis, Literacy
Course Locations: Jersey City, select off‐site Locations
Program Duration: 36 credits
Calendar: Semester (including summers)
Course Format: Evening courses, some online, some hybrid
Curriculum: Educational Leadership: Reading, Teaching, ESL, Pre K- 3rd Grade; School Counseling; Special Education: Applied Behavior Analysis, Literacy

Accelerated BA to MA Education Degree Program

You can earn your undergraduate degree and an MA in Education in five years through our Accelerated Program.

The Accelerated BA to MA Education Degree program offers several advantages. The program:

  • Accelerates the attainment of an advanced degree
  • Facilitates seamless transition to a master’s degree
  • Increases students’ marketability in the workforce
  • Saves students time and money

For more details, see the program descriptions:
Accelerated BA to MA Education Degree Program

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Flexible Terms

Graduate programs are offered on flexible terms at our Jersey City campus, with selected programs at our Garfield, Neptune Township, South Amboy and Sparta locations.

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Specializations

There are eight specializations to chose from for the Masters of Arts in Education.

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