Master in Curriculum and Instruction (Master's)

The program admits students on a rolling basis, and tuition is Michigan and Ohio educators may qualify for a 50% tuition discount through the Teachers Deserve a Break program, covering up to 18 credit hours..

This 100% online program spans 30 credit hours and is delivered part-time over multiple terms. Students study research-based practices in curriculum design, instruction, assessment, mentoring, and coaching. The program supports professional advancement within school districts and enhances job stability. It does not lead to a Michigan teaching certificate.

Focus areas include Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Assessment Methods, Mentoring, Coaching, Reading Specialist Endorsement (K-12).

The program requires 30 credit hours of coursework, including T ED506 and T ED507. All courses are delivered online with no on-campus requirements.

Graduates typically advance in school districts in roles involving curriculum development, instructional leadership, and assessment coordination.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 GPA. A teaching certificate is required. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with a recommended submission one month before term start.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. 100% online, part-time, with no on-campus requirements. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 68% of applicants.

Adrian College is a liberal arts college in the United Methodist tradition, committed to the pursuit of truth and the dignity of all people. Its academic approach connects active and creative learning with students' academic, personal, and professional development. Undergraduate study is designed to be personal, while graduate education supports students pursuing the next phase of their careers. Academic offerings include undergraduate and graduate programs, pre-professional programs, and institutes.

The college's campus in Adrian, Michigan, supports daily student life through residential housing, dining, the Caine Student Center, a bookstore, a mailroom, and information technology services. The Health & Counseling Center provides confidential support for physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Campus Safety offers patrol services, emergency response, and safety education. Student Business Services assists with billing, payments, and account questions.

Students can join clubs and organizations, Greek Life, ROTC, Spiritual Life, and athletics. Adrian also provides opportunities for hands-on work in student media through WVAC Radio, the College World newspaper, and Adrian College TV, which produces programming for the campus and community. The college's stated mission connects education with contribution to a more socially just society, while its campus programs support connection, leadership, belonging, and student development.