The Master of Arts degree in Curriculum and Instruction is a non-thesis program designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals who work in educational settings as well as those who wish to serve as educational advocates.

In the spirit of the Jesuit tradition of education, this program is committed to providing students with:

• Individualized academic experiences that focus on their specific area of interest related to teaching and learning, classroom instruction, and curriculum development
• Learning experiences that bridge research and practice
• Opportunities to explore educational issues through a social justice perspective

Curriculum Overview

The degree requires completion of 32 credits of coursework, an oral examination, and a content-focused theme paper.

Careers

Possible career paths for someone with a graduate degree in curriculum and instruction include curriculum coordinator, teacher educator, educational outreach coordinator, nonprofit specialist, special educator, adult educator, and educational advocate.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have completed 18 credits of upper-division undergraduate coursework in education or related areas approved by the School of Education.

Application Requirements

• Application form and fee
• Transcript(s)
• Three letters of recommendation
• GRE or other applicable graduate entry exam scores
• Résumé
• Professional goal statement

Requirements for International Students

All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students along with the following:

• Demonstrate English Language Proficiency
• Proof of financial support must include:
  • A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the time at Saint Louis University
  • A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of study at the University
• Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.

Please note that application deadlines for this program differ for international students.

Application Deadlines

Domestic students should apply for the fall semester by July 1, for the spring semester by November 1 and for the summer semester by April 1. International students should apply by May 1 for the fall semester, Oct. 1 for the spring semester and February 1 for the summer semester.

Review Process

A committee reviews each application wholly.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

For priority consideration for graduate assistantship, applicants should complete their applications by February 1. 

For more information, visit the student financial services office online at http://finaid.slu.edu.  

Accreditation 

The School of Education at Saint Louis University is accredited by Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). To contact CAEP:

1140 19th St NW #400
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 223-0077

1. Graduates will be able to explain learning and curriculum theories.
2. Graduates will be able to research questions in the field of curriculum and instruction.
3. Graduates will be able to analyze social justice issues in education.
4. Graduates will be able to explain how learning and curriculum theories are used to develop education programs.
5. Graduates will be able to use oral and written communication.

Non-Course Requirements

• Students must complete a theme paper on a topic related to their coursework
• Students must complete an oral examination.

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.  

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester.  Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

Program Notes

Content Electives

Apply for Admission

For additional admission questions, please contact:
SLU School of Education
314-977-3292
slued@slu.edu