Degrees and Programs
At Georgia Southern University’s College of Education (COE), we want aspiring education professionals to reach their desired career goals. Our college offers undergraduate teacher preparation programs and over 30 graduate program options.
If you have big plans for your future, then Georgia Southern’s College of Education is where you can READY yourself to make them a reality.
Please view program listings below to determine which program is right for you!
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| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | Autism - Graduate Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 9 | The Autism Endorsement program develops highly skilled special education autism certified teachers who can plan systematic, specialized instruction to meet the needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/cogs/admission/endorsement-autism-online/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/applynow/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11784 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | Autism - Online (Endorsement) | |
| COE.BSEd.13131401.XX | Bachelor of Science in Education Degree in Health and Physical Education | Statesboro | Bachelor's Degree | COE | 124 | The Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education at Georgia Southern University offers certification and non-certification tracks for students seeking initial P-12 teacher certification or alternative career paths. Combining coursework in major studies, methodology, and professional education, this in-person program includes extensive field experiences. Graduates qualify for Georgia's induction certification upon passing the GACE exam. The Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's (ABM) program offers qualified students an efficient, cost-effective path to both undergraduate and graduate degrees. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/health-and-physical-education-b-s-ed/ | https://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/apply/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11693 | BSEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Undergraduate In-Person | $2,805.00 | $10,125.00 | N/A | Education | N/A | Health and Physical Education (BSEd) |
| COE.BSEd.13120301.XX | Bachelor of Science in Education Degree in Middle Grades Education | Statesboro | Bachelor's Degree | COE | 124 | The Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Education at Georgia Southern University equips students for initial middle-grades teacher certification (grades 4-8). Combining major field coursework, academic instruction methodologies, and professional education, this program offers certification and non-certification tracks. Extensive field experiences ensure well-rounded preparation for Georgia's teacher induction certification. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/middle-grades-education-bsed/ | https://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/apply/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11689 | BSEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Undergraduate In-Person | $2,805.00 | $10,125.00 | N/A | Education | N/A | Middle Grades Education (BSEd) |
| COE.BSEd.13120501.XX | Bachelor of Science in Education Degree in Secondary Education | Statesboro, Savannah | Bachelor's Degree | COE | 124 | Georgia Southern University's Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education fosters classroom management and curriculum planning skills. This program, offering certification and non-certification tracks, provides practical training in local middle and high schools, emphasizing areas like Biology, Chemistry, English, History, Mathematics, and Physics. Successful completion leads to initial certification in secondary education (grades 6-12), preparing students for impactful teaching careers. | Biology Chemistry English History Mathematics Physics | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/secondary-education-b-s-ed-certification-track/ | https://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/apply/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11686 | BSEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Undergraduate In-Person | $2,805.00 | $10,125.00 | N/A | Education | N/A | Secondary Education (BSEd) |
| COE.EdD.13040101.XX | Doctor of Education Degree in Education Leadership | Online | Doctoral Degree | COE | 39-69 | The Ed.D. in Educational Leadership prepares the experienced you to manage complex educational organizations by enhancing your leadership skills through advanced coursework and guided field research. | P-12 Educational Leadership Higher Education Leadership | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/doctor-of-education-p-12-and-higher-ed/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/educational-leadership-ed-d/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11794 | EdD | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Professional Programs - Education & Graduate Online Tier 2 | $2,790.00 | $10,683.00 | $2,790.00 | Education | Fall: June 1 | Spring: No Admit | Summer: No Admit | Educational Leadership (EdD) |
| COE.EdD.13030101.XX | Doctor of Education Degree in Curriculum Studies | Statesboro | Doctoral Degree | COE | 66-78 | The Ed.D. in Curriculum Studies is an interdisciplinary program that equips you with the knowledge and skills to be a leader capable of making ethical and wise decisions in professional settings, as well as conduct independent research and evaluate research projects and scholarly creations. | Cultural Curriculum Studies Learning, Development, and Curriculum Multicultural and Social Justice Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/cfr/doctor-of-education-in-curriculum-studies/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/curriculum-studies-ed-d/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11773 | EdD | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Professional Programs - Education | $2,790.00 | $10,683.00 | N/A | Education | Fall: No Admit | Spring: No Admit | Summer: March 15 | Curriculum Studies (EdD) |
| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Graduate Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 9 | This graduate level English for Speakers of Other Languages endorsement further prepares you to be ready for state licensure or certification by learning more about Diversity, Teaching, and linguistics. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/esol-endorsement/ | https://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/apply/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11810 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | English for Speakers of Other Languages ESOL (Endorsement) | |
| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | Gifted In-field - Graduate Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 12 | The Gifted In-field Endorsement provides field experience in settings with opportunities to work with gifted learners.You will learn how gifted learners grow and develop and learn to plan instruction and ensure academically challenging learning environments that enable gifted learners to meet high standards and to interact with others of high ability. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/gifted-in-field-endorsement-online/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/endorsement-gifted-in-field-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11812 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | Gifted In-field - Online (Endorsement) | |
| COE.MAT.13120601.XX | Master of Arts in Teaching Degree | Statesboro, Online | Master's Degree | COE | 33-45 | The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) at Georgia Southern University offers initial teaching certification and a master's degree for those with a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. The program features six study concentrations, field experiences, and student teaching/internship opportunities, leading to Georgia certification and eligibility for teaching in public or private schools. | Elementary Education P-5 Health and Physical Education P-12 Middle Grades Education Grades 4-8 Secondary Education Grades 6-12 Spanish Education P-12 Special Education P-12 | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mat/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/applynow/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11820 | MAT | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Professional Programs - Education & Graduate Online Tier 2 | $2,790.00 | $10,683.00 | $2,790.00 | Education | Varies by Concentration | Teaching (MAT) |
| COE.MEd.13110101.XX | Master of Education Degree in Counselor Education | Statesboro | Master's Degree | COE | 60 | The Counselor Education M.Ed. program prepares you for a career as a professional counselor in school, community agency, and post-secondary educational settings. You'll develop a comprehensive counseling knowledge base through experiential coursework and clinical field-based experiences. | School Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/counselor-education/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/counselor-education-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11797 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate In-Person | $2,556.00 | $10,440.00 | N/A | Education | Fall: Feb 1 | Spring: No Admit | Summer: Feb 1 | Counselor Education (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13129901.XX | Master of Education Degree in Curriculum and Instruction - Accomplished Teaching | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | The M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – Accomplished Teaching offers a highly interactive setting that promotes leadership, collegiality and communication skills as you study and grow your skills as a professional educator. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/curr-instru-accom-teaching/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/curriculum-and-instruction-accomplished-teaching-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11785 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online - GOML Group 1 | N/A | N/A | $3,555.00 | Education | Fall: Aug 1 | Spring: Dec 15 | Summer: May 1 | Curriculum and Instruction - Accomplished Teaching (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13040101.XX | Master of Education Degree in Educational Leadership | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | The M.Ed. in Educational Leadership combines coursework with clinical practice and field experience to equip you with the foundation knowledge and research skills needed to succeed as an educational leader. This program leads to leadership certification at the Tier I level. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/educational-leadership-m-ed/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/educational-leadership-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11800 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 1 | Spring: No Admit | Summer: No Admit | Educational Leadership (Med) |
| COE.MEd.13120201.XX | Master of Education Degree in Elementary Education | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | The online Master of Education in Elementary Education provides a student-centered learning environment to prepare you for a career as a teacher committed to high academic standards for students in P-5 schools. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ese/elementary-education-med/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/early-childhood-education-online-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11787 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: No Admit | Spring: No Admit | Summer: March 1 | Elementary Education - Grades P-5 (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13120602.XX | Master of Education Degree in Evaluation, Assessment, Research, and Learning | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | The M.Ed. degree in Evaluation, Assessment, Research, and Learning provides the professional educational research knowledge and skills needed for a successful career delivering data-informed decisions in a variety of educational, nonprofit and governmental environments. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/cfr/evaluation-assessment-research-and-learning-m-ed/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/evaluation-assessment-research-and-learning-m-ed-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11778 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 15 | Spring: Dec 1 | Summer: April 15 | Evaluation, Assessment, Research, and Learning (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13040601.XX | Master of Education Degree in Higher Education Administration | Statesboro, Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | You can grow or prepare for a new career in postsecondary administration through the M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration. This program offers innovative instructional formats where you will explore historical and contemporary issues affecting higher education. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/higher-education-administration-m-ed/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/higher-education-administration-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11966 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate In-Person & Fully Online Tier 1 | $2,556.00 | $10,440.00 | $2,556.00 | Education | Fall: July 1 | Spring: Nov 1 | Summer: April 1 | Higher Education Administration (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13050101.XX | Master of Education Degree in Instructional Technology | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36-42 | The M.Ed. in Instructional Technology offers advanced study opportunities for those aspiring to leadership positions in the instructional technology field. Coursework is tailored to your career goals, whether those include P-12 certification, business, military or higher education positions. | Instructional Technology School Library Media Specialist Dual Certification (Instructional Technology and School Library Media Specialist) | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/master-of-education-in-instructional-technology/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/instructional-technology-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11805 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 1 | Spring: Nov 1 | Summer: April 1 | Instructional Technology - Georgia ONmyLINE (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13120301.XX | Master of Education Degree in Middle Grades Education | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | The online M.Ed. in Middle Grades Education offers sound education in using diverse teaching and learning experiences (including technology) for grades 4-8 in your subject concentration: language arts, mathematics, reading, science or social studies. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/middle-grades-med/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/middle-grades-education-online-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11814 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 1 | Spring: Nov 1 | Summer: April 1 | Middle Grades Education Grades 4-8 (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13131501.XX | Master of Education Degree in Reading Education | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | The Reading Education program prepares you for the fast changing world of literacy preparation at all levels. This program leads to certification to teach reading/literacy in grades PreK – 12 and provide instructional support for teaching reading/literacy to classroom teachers and paraprofessionals. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/cfr/reading-education-m-ed/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/reading-education-m-ed-2/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11779 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 1 | Spring: Nov 1 | Summer: April 1 | Reading Education (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13120501.XX | Master of Education Degree in Secondary Education | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | The online M.Ed. in Secondary Education offers a rigorous combination of coursework and research-related study to prepare you with the professional and pedagogical knowledge and skills to teach grades 6-12. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/sced-med/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/secondary-education-online-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11816 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 1 | Spring: Nov 1 | Summer: April 1 | Secondary Education Grades 6-12 (MEd) |
| COE.MEd.13040201.XX | Master of Education Degree in Special Education | Online | Master's Degree | COE | 36 | The online M.Ed. in Special Education provides training to equip you to teach in interrelated disciplines for diverse learners as an independent teacher in a specialized setting or as a co-teacher in the general education setting for grades P-12. | Moderate-Severe Disabilities-Adaptive Curriculum Mild Disabilities-General Curriculum | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ese/sped-med/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/special-education-online-m-ed/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11790 | MEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: No Admit | Spring: No Admit | Summer: April 1 | Special Education Grades P-12 (MEd) |
| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports - Graduate Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 9 | This Endorsement Program is for teachers and administrators that want to learn about issues impacting the practice of discipline as well as methods for addressing them, especially within the context of public schools. Program emphasizes critical thinking and reflective, data-driven decision making and equips students to implement and administer a PBIS program. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/curr-instru-accom-teaching/positive-behavior-intervention-and-supports-endorsement-online/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/endorsement-positive-behavior-intervention-and-supports-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11788 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online - GOML Group 1 | N/A | N/A | $3,555.00 | N/A | Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports - Online (Endorsement) | |
| COE.CERG.13060101.XX | Post-Baccalaureate Certificate In Applied Research and Evaluation | Online | Advanced Certificate (Graduate) | COE | 12 | Our online graduate certificate in Applied Research and Evaluation gives you the opportunity to develop and apply fundamental research strategies through hands-on experience. This graduate certificate can be completed as a stand-alone program or in conjunction with a complementary master's degree. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/cfr/applied-research-and-evaluation-graduate-certificate/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/applied-research-and-evaluation-certificate-program-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11780 | CERG | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | Applied Research and Evaluation - Online (Grad Cert) | |
| COE.CERG.13040101.XX | Post-Baccalaureate Certificate In Educational Leadership Tier I | Online | Advanced Certificate (Graduate) | COE | 18 | The Educational Leadership Tier I graduate certificate program provides a unique opportunity for P-12 educational leaders who already hold an M.Ed. to further develop the skills necessary for school administrative positions through a rigorous performance-based program. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/educational-leadership-tier-i-certification/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/educational-leadership-tier-i-certificate-program-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11806 | CERG | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | Educational Leadership Tier I - Online (Grad Cert) | |
| COE.CERG.13050101.XX | Post-Baccalaureate Certificate In Instructional Technology | Online | Advanced Certificate (Graduate) | COE | 24 | The Instructional Technology graduate certificate offers advanced training in instructional design and the use of technology in educational settings for those who previously earned a master's degree in education and relevant certifications. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/graduate-certificate-programs/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/instructional-technology-certificate-program-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11807 | CERG | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online - GOML Group 1 | N/A | N/A | $3,555.00 | N/A | Instructional Technology Certification Non-Degree - Online (Grad Cert) | |
| COE.CERG.13133401.XX | Post-Baccalaureate Certificate In School Library Media | Online | Advanced Certificate (Graduate) | COE | 24 | This graduate certificate provides advanced instruction in the functions and management of digital learning environments, including school library media centers. Topics include program planning and development, facility management, and media collection maintenance. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/graduate-certificate-programs/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/school-library-media-certificate-program-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11808 | CERG | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online - GOML Group 1 | N/A | N/A | $3,555.00 | N/A | School Library Media Certification - Online (Grad Cert) | |
| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | Reading Endorsement: Classroom Teacher of Reading Program - Graduate Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 9 | The Reading Endorsement: Classroom Teacher of Reading is a fully-online professional endorsement program that prepares you to teach reading at the grade level of your education certification. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/cfr/reading-endorsement-classroom-teacher-of-reading-program/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/endorsement-classroom-teacher-of-reading-program-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11782 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | Reading Endorsement: Classroom Teacher of Reading Program - Online (Endorsement) | |
| COE.EdS.13050101.XX | Specialist in Education Degree in Instructional Technology | Online | Education Specialist Degree | COE | 30 | The Ed.S. in Instructional Technology is a rigorous, high-quality, cutting-edge online learning experience that offers advanced training in the use of technology in teaching and learning to create dynamic environments for instructional delivery. | Instructional Technology School Library Media | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/education-specialist-instructional-technology/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/instructional-technology-ed-s/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11795 | EdS | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 1 | Spring: No Admit | Summer: No Admit | Instructional Technology (EdS) |
| COE.EdS.13131501.XX | Specialist in Education Degree in Reading Education | Online | Education Specialist Degree | COE | 33 | The Ed.S. in Reading Education is designed for teachers in grades K-12 who possess or are eligible for a Professional Level Five Certificate in Reading Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, or Middle Grades Education as they pursue graduate preparation beyond the Master’s degree. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/cfr/reading-education-ed-s/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/reading-education-ed-s/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11777 | EdS | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 1 | Spring: Nov 1 | Summer: April 1 | Reading Education K-12 (EdS) |
| COE.EdS.42280500.XX | Specialist in Education Degree in School Psychology | Statesboro | Education Specialist Degree | COE | 69 | The Ed.S. in School Psychology offers training to equip you to effectively serve children and adolescents with learning, behavioral or emotional problems in educational settings. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/school-psychology-ed-s/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/schoolpsychology/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11796 | EdS | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate In-Person | $2,556.00 | $10,440.00 | N/A | Education, Human Behavior | Fall: March 15 | Spring: Oct 10 | Summer: No Admit | School Psychology (EdS) |
| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | Teacher Leadership Endorsement - Graduate Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 9 | The online Teacher Leadership Endorsement provides educational leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure effective and efficient management of a school or district while promoting student social and academic learning. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/teacher-leadership-endorsement/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/teacher-leadership-endorsement-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11811 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | Teacher Leadership Endorsement - Online (Endorsement) | |
| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | Teacher Support and Coaching - Graduate Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 6 | This Endorsement Program is for teachers and administrators that want to learn how to mentor/support pre-service, induction phase and/or professional educators. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/teacher-support-and-coaching-endorsement-online/ | https://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/apply/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11817 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | Teacher Support and Coaching - Online (Endorsement) | |
| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | Teaching and Learning Endorsement - Graduate Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 9 | The Online Teaching and Learning Endorsement is designed to prepare K-12 teachers to teach in a virtual school environment. You'll be immersed in the learning process as an online student and the instructional process as an online teacher. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/online-teaching-and-learning-endorsemen/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/endorsement-online-teaching-and-learning-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11809 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | N/A | Teaching and Learning Endorsement - Online (Endorsement) | |
| COE.GREnd.XXXXXXXX.XX | Computer Science Education for Teachers - Online (Endorsement) | Online | Graduate Endorsement | COE | 9 | The Computer Science Education Endorsement for Teachers program provides certification for in-service teachers to teach computer science in grades P-12. The program offers three (9 credits) fully online courses that center around the standards adapted from the Standards for Computer Science Educators published in 2011 by the International Society for Technology Education (ISTE), and the Computer Science Teachers Association Interim Standards published in 2016, and are directly adopted to be the program learning outcomes. The program targets learners to become familiar with computational thinking, computer programming teaching methods and pedagogies, as well as principles of computing as they relate to digital citizenship and ethics. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/lthd/computer-science-education-for-teachers-endorsement/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/endorsement-in-computer-science-education-online/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11965 | GREnd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Computers, Science | N/A | Computer Science Education for Teachers - Online (Endorsement) |
| COE.BSEd.13120201.XX | Bachelor of Science in Education Degree in Elementary Education | Statesboro, Savannah, Hinesville | Bachelor's Degree | COE | 124 | The Elementary Education B.S. Ed. Certification Track program is designed for students who desire to gain knowledge and skills to teach all subjects at the elementary level including kindergarten through fifth grade. The face-to-face program, offered on all three Georgia Southern campuses, provides numerous opportunities for students to apply their knowledge and skills in elementary classroom experiences and student teaching placements. An emphasis area option for dual certification with special education is available. | P-5 Certification Dual Certification with Special Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ese/elementary-education-bsed/ | https://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/apply/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11702 | BSEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Undergraduate In-Person | $2,805.00 | $10,125.00 | N/A | Education | N/A | Elementary Education (BSEd) |
| COE.BSEd.13100101.XX | Bachelor of Science in Education Degree in Special Education | Statesboro | Bachelor's Degree | COE | 124 | Earn your initial special education teacher certification for grades P-12 in mild disabilities through the Bachelor of Science in Special Education (B.S.Ed.) program at a top Georgia college. Benefit from comprehensive coursework, teaching methodology, and practical experience in public school classrooms within a 70-mile radius of the Georgia Southern campus. Upon completion and passing the Special Education GACE exam, you'll be eligible for Georgia's special education teacher certification. | None | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ese/bsed/ | https://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/apply/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11699 | BSEd | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Undergraduate In-Person | $2,805.00 | $10,125.00 | N/A | Education | N/A | Special Education (BSEd) |
| COE.EdS.13010101.XX | Specialist in Education Degree in Teaching and Learning | Online | Education Specialist Degree | COE | 33 | The Teaching and Learning Education Specialist online degree program, accredited by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, is tailored for teachers looking to advance beyond a master's degree. This flexible program emphasizes professional instructional skills and applied research, preparing educators to bridge the gap between theory and practice as teacher-scholars/researchers. Candidates can select from four study concentrations aligned with their Georgia teaching certificate, leading to a level six certificate upgrade upon completion. The program fosters collaboration across disciplines, leadership development, technological proficiency, and action research in content-specific areas. | Elementary Education (P-5) Middle Grades Education (4-8) Secondary Education (6-12) Special Education (P-12) English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/mgse/teaching-and-learning-grades-p-12-ed-s/ | https://cogs.georgiasouthern.edu/admission/teaching-and-learning-grades-p-12-ed-s/ | https://catalog.georgiasouthern.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=15&poid=11950 | EdS | College of Education | https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/ | Graduate Online Tier 3 | N/A | N/A | $3,303.00 | Education | Fall: July 15 | Spring: No Admit | Summer: April 1 | Teaching and Learning (EdS) |
Learn more about our new, online Computer Science Education for Teachers Endorsement program providing certification for in-service teachers to teach computer science in grades P-12.
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Ed.S. Policies and Forms
| Policies Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Policies |
Field-Based Research Study Final Paper Format Appendix A |
| Topic Approval Form Appendix B **open form with Adobe** |
| Field-Based Research Defense Form Appendix C **open form with Adobe** |
| Note: Forms in Appendices A-C are used by both Ed.S. and Tier 1 Ed.D. Higher Education students |
Ed.S. Resources for Field-Based Research
Welcome! This webpage is designed to help students in the following College of Education’s Ed.S. programs (all departments) complete their field-based research projects. It also may be a helpful resource for Educational Leadership doctoral students in Tier 1. Although these resources are meant to help students work independently, students should consult closely with faculty advisors.
Policies
- New policies and forms (Appendices)
- Summer Graduate Research Workshop Video (Courtesy of Dr. Yasar Bodur)-
Writing Resources
- “How to Report Statistical Results in your Paper“
- Samples of Acceptable Topic Approval Forms (Submitted by Students)
IRB Resources
- Click here for IRB in ORSSP
- Notes and Handouts from COE faculty Panel Discussion regarding IRB procedures (Spring 2016)
- Summer Graduate Research Workshop Video (Courtesy of Dr. Richard Cleveland)
Data Analysis Resources
- Video for SPSS (Courtesy of Dr. Antonio Gutierrez) *Will need MyGeorgiaSouthern login credentials to view video contents*
- Statistical Software Available at Georgia Southern University:
Campus-Wide
- JMP
- Maple
- Mathematic
- MATLAB
- Minitab
- SAS
- SPSS
- Stata- starting August 1, 2016
College of Education (room 2165)
- Atlas.ti
Open Source (room 2165)
- R
Licensure Disclosure
The College of Education anticipates that graduates will seek initial certification in the following programs: BSEd-Elementary Education, BSEd-Middle Grades Education, BSEd-Health and Physical Education, BSEd-Secondary Education, BSEd-Special Education, Master of Teaching (Elementary, Middle, Secondary, Health and Physical Education, Special Education), School Library Media Certificate, MEd School Library Media, MEd. School Counseling, EdS School Psychology, MEd Instructional Technology (Instructional Technology), MEd Instructional Technology (School Library Media), Certificate in Instructional Technology, MEd. Curriculum and Instruction–Accomplished Teaching, M. Ed. Educational Leadership, and Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Educational Leadership.
All programs meet the educational requirements for a teaching certificate in Georgia. Unless listed below, Georgia Southern’s program does NOT meet educational requirements for certification in that state. Online students wishing to enroll in a program that does not meet requirements in their state of residence will be required to sign an attestation that indicates that they will seek GA licensure. Out-of-state students living in GA do not have to complete an attestation but may need to meet additional requirements in their home state after graduation.
DO NOT MEET ANY REQUIREMENT: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, OH, OK, OR, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, VT, Wi, WY, AS, GU, MP, PR, and VI.
MEETS REQUIREMENTS:
- FL (all programs except School Library, Instructional Technology, Educational Leadership Certificate)
- NC (all programs except School Library, School Counselor, School Psychology, Educational Leadership, and Instructional Technology)
- PA (all programs)
- TN (only School Counselor and School Psychologist)
- VA (all programs except Instructional Technology)
- WA (all programs except School Counselor, School Psychologist,, Educational Leadership, and Instructional Technology)
Georgia Southern makes every effort to ensure information about educational requirements for licensure or certification is current; however, state requirements may change. Separate from educational requirements, state licensure boards may require applicants to complete professional examinations, background checks, years of professional experience, residence requirements, jurisprudence exams, training, etc. For more information, as well as for a list of applicable state boards, visit the Georgia Southern State Authorization and Professional Licensure Webpage.
For all Online Programs
Federal Law requires colleges and universities to make certain disclosures to prospective students of these programs. These disclosures include information on the University’s authority to operate outside of Georgia, the complaint processes, adverse actions, refunds, and program closure.
For required disclosures about online programs offered by the University, visit the Georgia Southern State Authorization and Professional Licensure Webpage.
Last updated: 8/15/2024