Graduate Education Programs

Point Park University

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Accredited and Affordable Master's Programs

Point Park University educates students in a diverse urban environment and prepares graduates to apply knowledge to achieve their goals, advance their professions and serve their communities.

M.Ed. in Athletic Coaching

Online | 1.5 Years

M.Ed. in Special Education with PA Special Ed. Certification for PreK-Grade 8 or Grades 7-12

Offers Certificate | Online | 2 Years

NEW PROGRAM:
M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction with Reading Specialist Certification

Online | 2 Years

M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction with Teaching and Leadership Concentration

Online | 2 Years

M.A. in Educational Administration with PA School Principal Certificate K-12

Offers Certificate | Online | 2 Years

PA School Principal Certificate Only, Grades K-12

Offers Certificate | Online | 1 Year

NEW PROGRAM:
PA Reading Specialist Certification, Grades K-12

Offers Certificate | Online | 16 months

Superintendent Letter of Eligibility

Offers Certificate | Online

M.A. in Adult Learning and Training

Online | 1.5 Years

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Program Highlights

  • Flexible, online format
  • 2 year or less completion time, including holiday break
  • Manageable workload for full-time, working professionals
  • Course make-up options available if scheduling conflicts occur
  • Up to 9 graduate transfer credits considered
  • Complete one course every 8 weeks
  • No thesis, GRE, or admissions test required

Tuition & Aid

  • 42% Tuition Discount - Save $1,113 per course
  • Financial aid & "pay as you go" plans available
  • Deferred payments for students eligible to receive tuition reimbursement from their employers
  • Discounted tuition is guaranteed for the length of the program
  • Teacher Loan Forgiveness of up to $5,000 is available for teachers who teach for five years in low-income schools and meet other requirements

Accredited, High-Quality Programs

  • Point Park University is a non-profit university that is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
  • Teacher Education programs are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
  • Established as a School of Education in September 2018
  • Ranked among the Best Regional Universities (North) by U.S. News & World Report for the year 2018.
  • Colleges of Pennsylvania Distinction
  • 2018-2019 Education Colleges of Distinction
  • 93% of online students recommend Point Park

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What Teachers Are Saying

"I chose Point Park for its reputation. As I was considering options, I learned that there were successful former Pittsburgh Public Schools administrators on faculty at Point Park. Additionally, I knew students who were enrolled at Point Park. They spoke with me regarding the rigor of the program and the quality of professors."
Adam SikorskiM.A. Educational Administration
"I was impressed with the courses offered and the faculty in the program. All of the faculty members had practical experience working in the education field as principals, administrators, or teachers. Their teaching style is based on their real-world experiences in school districts."
Paul CindricM.A. Curriculum & Instruction w/C&I Supervisor Certification
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