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Metropolitan State University of Denver

About

MSU Denver empowers Colorado’s students to advance their lives and careers through high-quality, real-world education. The University fuels the state economy through 95,000 work-ready graduates, more than 80 percent of whom remain in Colorado. Located in the heart of the Mile-High City, MSU Denver offers unparalleled access to internships and professional networks that help jump-start careers.

The School of Education prepares you to teach, lead and transform future generations. It helps develop skilled teachers and leaders who reflect on their work, make thoughtful decisions and contribute to positive social change. This is done by:

  • Offering challenging and culturally relevant courses that develop teaching skills, encourage critical thinking and inspire creativity.
  • Providing hands-on training that includes a variety of perspectives and experiences. 
  • Building and maintaining strong partnerships between schools and local communities.
  • Working together across different fields to improve teaching and learning.
  • Recruiting and keeping talented faculty who are leaders in their professional fields.
  • College or University
  • Denver, CO
Lisa Nolan

MSU Denver allows you to be who you are while embracing that journey with a diverse community of people from all walks of life who will someday make the difference in a child’s life by teaching, inspiring and motivating.

Lisa Nolan

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Programs

Master’s & licensure

Master of Art in Teaching

  • From 17 to 24 months

    Program Duration

  • Hybrid

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program Info

Have you always wanted to become a teacher, but your life path took you in another direction? Did you recently realize that teaching is the profession for you? The Master of Arts in Teaching program combines a master's degree and requirements for teacher licensure in Colorado. With concentrations in elementary or special education, you'll be prepared for a successful career in education through a high-quality, supportive, accessible and affordable program! Learn more about the cost of attendance.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Apr. 15, 2025

    Summer
  • Jul. 15, 2025

    Fall
  • Nov. 15, 2025

    Spring
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

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  • $11,283

    In State Tuition

  • $14,104

    Out of State Tuition

  • $0

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

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

Amount
Description

$8,000

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

Multiple grants and scholarships specific to the School of Education Students are available. Visit the School of Education Scholarships page for more information.

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

MSU Denver offers need-based work study opportunities as well as paid internships for possible credit and unpaid internships for guaranteed credit.

Graduate Research Assistantships

Graduate Research Assistantships are available for eligible students to earn tuition payment for three or six credits in exchange for helping faculty with their research.

Licensure Areas

Elementary Education (K-6)
Special Education Generalist (Pre-K-12)
For more information, visit: Admissions

Stats

Gender
  • Male

  • Female


    23%

    77%

Ethnicity
  • American Indian or Alaskan Native

  • Asian

  • Black

  • Hispanic/Latino

  • Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander

  • White

  • Two or more races


    0%

    8%

    2%

    12%

    0%

    76%

    2%

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