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Adams State University

About

Adams State University is a public university in Alamosa, Colorado. Adams State was founded in 1921 as a teacher's college and is internationally recognized as a leading provider of teacher education training and professional development.

  • College or University
  • Alamosa, CO

Institution Links

  • Admissions
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Online Application
Laura Mason

The program at ASU is hands-down the best place to pursue your professional goals! While working with my advisor, I was continually impressed by her professionalism and knowledge. The instructors exceeded my expectations, and staff became like a family to me. If you want a program that offers the latest teaching practices, ASU is the place.

Laura Mason

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Programs

Master’s & licensure

Master of Arts in Education

  • From 21 to 36 months

    Program Duration

  • Hybrid

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program Info

At Adams State, you can develop your competencies in specialized education with an M.A. in Education. You’ll acquire the advanced knowledge in education curriculum and instruction necessary to promote youth learning. All programs are online and designed for working adults with current professional teacher’s licenses. 

Adams State currently offers graduate degrees in curriculum and instruction (generalist); curriculum and instruction, with Endeavor STEM certificate; educational leadership, with Colorado principal licensure; culturally and linguistically diverse education, with Colorado CLD endorsement and/or post-baccalaureate TESOL Certificate; and post-baccalaureate initial teacher licensure.

Adams State Teacher Education Master of Arts students and graduates spread the passion for education throughout the world in a variety of classrooms. Many have received awards and recognitions for continuing to inspire their students, including the Milken Educator Award, Alan Shepard Technology in Education Award, Robert E. Yager Excellence in Teaching Award, Colorado Middle School Principal of the Year, Utah Teacher of the Year finalists, and invitation to participate in NASA’s Microgravity University for Educators at Johnson Space Center.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Dec. 15, 2024

    Spring
  • May 11, 2025

    Summer
  • Aug. 01, 2025

    Fall
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

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and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $11,994

    In State Tuition

  • $11,994

    Out of State Tuition

  • $35

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Adams State University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Adams State University to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

$2,550

The Promoting Postbaccalaureate Opportunities for Hispanic Americans Grant awards up to $2,550 per year to eligible students of Hispanic heritage.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Licensure Areas

Business Education / Business/Marketing (7-12)
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education
Elementary Education (K-6)
English Language Arts (7-12)
Mathematics (7-12)
Science (7-12)
Social Studies (7-12)
Special Education Generalist (K-12)

Stats

Gender
  • Male

  • Female


    26%

    74%

Ethnicity
  • American Indian or Alaskan Native

  • Asian

  • Black

  • Hispanic/Latino

  • Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander

  • White

  • Two or more races


    2%

    2%

    4%

    9%

    1%

    80%

    2%

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