Master of Elementary Education Specialization at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

    Master of Elementary Education Specialization at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

    Master of Elementary Education Specialization at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

    University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) offers the Master of Elementary Education Specialization as a full-time degree delivered online at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for elementary education specialization and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 23, 2027.

    About Master of Elementary Education Specialization

    Expand the Possibilities

    This program is designed for certified K-6 teachers seeking to expand their knowledge in the field of elementary education at the graduate level. In addition to advanced study of content in the areas of Science, Math, Social Studies and Language Arts, participants will learn to design and implement effective instruction with particular emphasis on integrated curriculum and active learning strategies.

    The program will prepare you to be more effective in the classroom and help open doors to greater responsibility as a leader in your school or district.

    Advanced study in core content areas and combined perspectives of theory, research and practice

    Action research, inquiry and technology integration projects

    Critical approaches for teaching for diverse learners and global awareness

    Flexible online format designed to accommodate working professionals

    Strong preparation for effective teaching and leadership

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Elementary Education Specialization at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible for admission for graduate study at the University of North Carolina Wilmington applicants must:

    • Regionally Accredited Bachelor's Degree: Hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in this country or its equivalent in a foreign institution (as evaluated course-by-course through a NACES approved credit evaluation service) by the first official day of classes for the term of the application.

      • Seven Accrediting Bodies for Regional Institutions:
        • Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association (NH)
        • Middle States Commission on Higher Education (M)
        • New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (EH)
        • Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NW)
        • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SC)
        • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities (WC)
        • Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (WJ)

    • Student Holds (Current/Previous UNCW Students): Applicants with an application hold will not be allowed to move forward in the application process until the hold is released. Check your SeaNet Account to view your account hold(s).

    • Grade Point Average: Have a strong overall academic record with a B average or better in the basic courses prerequisite to the area of proposed graduate study. Provisional admission may be considered by some programs. Contact the program coordinator for additional information regarding their acceptance policy.

    • Level: Graduate and undergraduate programs may not be pursued simultaneously.

    • Online Accelerated Programs (OAP): OAP programs must be pursued independent of any other program. 

    • Additional Requirements: Meet any additional admission requirement(s) as outlined by the graduate program.

    • Professional Licensure in State-Regulated Professions: State laws may require practitioners to be licensed to practice in their state. Learn more about UNCW's participation in the NC-State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement. 

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Elementary Education Specialization at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

    Application Fee 75

    How to Apply for Master of Elementary Education Specialization at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

    • You will create your account after choosing a Regular Term Instruction (RTI) or Online Accelerated Program (OAP) program option on our application page.
    • Please create only one account. Use the same log-in anytime you start or continue an application.
    • Review the deadlines for your program of interest on our Key Dates page.
    Master of Elementary Education Specialization at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
    University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
    University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
    United States of America

    United States of America, Aberdeen

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