Application and Program Information
Master of Arts in Education

Mesa State College began the delivery of the Master of Arts in Education degree programs in the Summer of 2007. Two programs are available for application - Educational Leadership and English For Speakers of Other Languages.

Programs
The Master of Arts degree consists of 34 credit hours: 24 credit hours in the content area and 10 credit hours of CORE subject courses. The endorsement is approved for the State of Colorado and consists of 24 credit hours in the content area (the CORE is only required for those pursuing the MA degree).

• Educational Leadership - Master of Arts and/or Endorsement
  
• English for Speakers of Other Languages - Master of Arts and/or Endorsement

Application Requirements
Please submit the following materials to apply to either MA in Education and/or endorsement program.

• Completed Graduate Studies Application
  
• $50 Application Fee
  
• Results of Graduate Record Exam (GRE) - contact MSC Testing & Assessment Center for more information 970.255.2750 - Mesa State's institutional code is R4484- not required of those with Master's degrees who are applying for Endorsement only
  
• Official Transcripts of undergraduate degree and graduate (if applicable) institutions attended
  
• Two (2) letters of professional recommendation (Form B)
  
• Evidence of active involvement with youth in an educational context (Form C)
  
• Statement of Purpose commenting on your personal educational philosophy and interest in the program (Form D)

Application Deadline

• Priority Deadline March 1, 2007
• Application deadline April 1, 2007

Admission Requirements
Mesa State College encourages application from all individuals meeting the following criteria, upon which competitive selection will be made by the committee:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  
• Evidence of strong academic background and ability to pursue advanced study
  
• Evidence of dedication and promise to the field of education as a professional leader
• Excellent English reading, writing, and critical thinking skills
  
• Competence in the use of education technology
  
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
  
• GRE (Graduate Record Exam) scores - submit scores within the first semester of enrollment - not required of those with Master's degrees who are applying for Endorsement only
  
• Evidence of active involvement with youth in an educational context (Form C)

Cost (May be higher beginning Summer 2007)
Estimated Cost per Credit Hour (Graduate) Courses Numbered 500-599

Additional Fees

• $5 per student fee for mass transit and an environmental fee.
• $125 matriculation fee for first-time degree seeking students will be assessed the first semester.

Registering for Courses
Once you've been accepted to the program you will receive your MSC ID number. It is often called your 700 number. This will be your student ID throughout your enrollment at Mesa State College. Registration will be handled for graduate students by our Coordinator.

Proposed Schedule of Courses
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Master of Arts and/or Endorsement Program

Educational Leadership
Master of Arts and/or Endorsement Program

Books
A list of required books these courses will be available in the Mesa State College Bookstore. They can also be purchased online by accessing Mesa State's website, the clicking on "Current Student" and then "Bookstore". Access the textbook ordering section and follow the prompts.