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Master of Education in Secondary Mathematics 9 –12 (M.Ed
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Dr. Rob Harger
The High Point University Master of Education in Second ary Mathematics program builds on the most current body of knowledge of best practice relevant to teaching grades 9 –12. The program is designed for candidates who have a baccalaureate teaching license in secondary mathematics or who will receive a teaching license before the end of the first term of graduate enrollment. The program requires a comprehensive examination and 36 hours (i.e., 15 hours of professional education core, 15 hours of specialty courses, and a six hour capstone experience.) Candidates must select 18 hours of mathematics coursework from among a specialized menu of options. Upon completion of the M.Ed. degree program in Secondary Mathematics candidates are eligible for the “M” level license.
Admission into the Program
Admission Terms
Students are eligible for enrollment in the fall, spring, and summer terms. All application materials must be received or postmarked by the following deadlines: June 30th for fall, November 15th for spring, and March 31st for summer.
Application Requirements
Applicants must have a four-year bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or a related field from a regionally accredited college and an acceptable GPA (3.0 or higher on a 4point scale). An admission decision takes into consideration the applicant’s GPA, completed course work, professional work experience, personal and professional goals for the degree, as well as the information provided by references.
To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the following: 1. online application with a nonrefundable $50 application fee; 2. an official transcript showing an earned baccalaureate degree in mathematics or a related field, as well as official transcripts from all colleges attended other than High Point University*; 3. resume;
4. essay about interest in the program and goals for the degree; 5. three professional reference reports; 6. copy of current secondary mathematics 9 – 12 teaching license.
*If you have attended High Point University you do not need to include your HPU transcript with your application. The Office of Graduate Admissions will request that transcript for you once application is submitted.
Exceptions to any admission requirement may be considered under special circumstances.
Admission Enrollment Classification
Admission enrollment classification refers to the total number of students that can matriculate into a program in any given academic term.
The admission enrollment classification for the M.Ed. program in Secondary Mathematics is unrestricted. This means that the program can enroll as many students as can be accommodated by available resources.
A program’s admission enrollment classification has implications for the timing and extent of tuition refunds. For additional information please see the Refunds section of this Bulletin.
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Transfer of Credit
Applicants may request up to 6 credits towards the M.Ed. degree, if post-baccalaureate or professional credit is compatible with program standards. The transfer is not automatic and must be approved by the program coordinator following a review of candidates’ official transcripts or other appropriate documentation of prior academic work. All other degree requirements remain in effect. For more information about transfer of credit, contact Dr. Rob Harger, program coordinator.
Tuition and Fees
Payment of tuition and fees is due at the beginning of each term of enrollment. Tuition and fees are in effect from June 1st, 2020 through May 31st, 2021.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition
Technology Fee, Parking Permit*, Graduate Student Association
Cost
$1,188 per credit
$778 per year
Graduation Fee $100**
*For first permit only. Replacement parking permits incur additional costs. **Charged to graduating students only.
Program of Study
M.Ed. in Secondary Mathematics (36 credits)
Core Courses (15 credits)
Choose one course from the following:
MTH 5004. Linear Algebra (3) MTH 5005. Matrix Theory (3) MTH 5006. Modern Algebra (3)
Choose one course from the following:
MTH 5011. Complex Variables (3) MTH 5012. Advanced Calculus for Secondary Teachers (3)
Choose three courses from the following:
MTH 5001. Historical Development of Mathematics (3) MTH 5002. Combinatorics (3) MTH 5003. Graph Theory (3) MTH 5007. Number Theory (3) MTH 5008. Geometry (3) MTH 5009. Mathematical Models (3) MTH 5010. Topology (3) MTH 5013. Probability & Statistics (3) MTH 5040. Special Topics (3) Education Courses (15 credits)
EDU 5010. Advanced Instructional Technology for the 21st Century (3) EDU 5040. Diversity in Education: Societal and Organizational Perspectives (3) EDU 5060. Developing Leaders in 21st Century Systems (3) EDU 5160. Instructional Planning and Assessment in Secondary mathematics (3) EDU 5166. Using Data to Make Instructional Improvement (3)
Capstone Experiences (6 credits)
EDU 5030. Methods of Educational Research (3) MTH 5099. Product of Learning (3)
