Be a Part of the Education Equation for Success

Critical thinking is essential for facing the world’s biggest challenges, and it all starts in the math classroom. With an M.S. in Mathematics Education from Nova Southeastern University, you can help transform students into problem solvers—and increase your salary earning potential. 

NSU's M.S. in Mathematics Education is available in two program options: K-12 Mathematics Education and Postsecondary Mathematics Education. This degree-only program will teach you how to become proficient in assessment, curriculum development, and instruction in subject areas such as geometry, algebra, calculus, and statistics. Most importantly, you'll learn insightful strategies for developing problem solving skills in your students. With NSU's research-based formula for success, you can help mold the world's next groundbreaking thinkers. 

Two Ways to Dominate

K-12 Mathematics Education Program

This program focuses on preparing educators in the areas of middle, secondary, and postsecondary mathematics.

Who Can Apply:

  • Practicing educators, trainers, and other professionals working with educational programs who wish to obtain graduate degrees and increase their expertise in their current field
  • Individuals with bachelor’s degrees who wish to obtain graduate degrees and increase their knowledge and skills in management and administration of educational programs

Postsecondary Mathematics Education Program

Courses in this program are content intensive and designed to prepare students for teaching at the postsecondary level. Given that courses are transferable at the discretion of the receiving institution, it is highly recommended that you contact the institution where you are planning to teach prior to enrolling in these courses.

Who Can Apply:

  • Students interested in pursuing this track must contact their adviser and receive approval from faculty in the mathematics program before registering for courses.

Quick Facts

Tuition

Visit the Tuition and Fees page for more information.

Curriculum

NSU’s M.S. in Mathematics Education program is 36 total credits to complete.

Delivery Options

Coursework for the Master of Science in Mathematics Education is conducted entirely online, allowing you to earn your degree without work disruption or long commutes.

Application Deadlines

Applications for admission are accepted online and on a rolling basis for all graduate programs throughout the calendar year.

M.S. in Education - Mathematics Education

Option A: K-12 Mathematics Education (36 credits)
Credits
CUR 526
Educational Research for Practitioners (CUR 526 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 504
Algebra in Secondary Schools (MAT 504 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 506
Strategies for Teaching Calculus (MAT 506 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 507
Linear and Abstract Algebra for Teachers (MAT 507 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 508
Conquering the Teaching of Calculus (MAT 508 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 509
Learning and Teaching Geometry in the K -12 Classrooms (MAT 509 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 511
Teaching Probability and Statistics in the K-12 Classroom (MAT 511 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 513
Problem Solving Strategies in Mathematics Classrooms (MAT 513 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 522
Methods of Teaching Middle and Secondary Mathematics (MAT 522 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 662
History, Current Trends, and Technology in Mathematics Education (MAT 662 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 687
Diagnosis and Remediation of Learning Difficulties in Mathematics (MAT 687 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 697
Applied Professional Experience in Mathematics Education (MAT 697 / Credits: 3 )
3
Option B: Postsecondary Mathematics Education (36 credits)
Credits
CUR 526
Educational Research for Practitioners (CUR 526 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 513
Problem Solving Strategies in Mathematics Classrooms (MAT 513 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 522
Methods of Teaching Middle and Secondary Mathematics (MAT 522 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 662
History, Current Trends, and Technology in Mathematics Education (MAT 662 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 687
Diagnosis and Remediation of Learning Difficulties in Mathematics (MAT 687 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 697
Applied Professional Experience in Mathematics Education (MAT 697 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 514
Topics in Applied Algebra and Geometry (MAT 514 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 515
Probability and Statistics (MAT 515 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 516
Elements of Differential Calculus (MAT 516 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 517
Elements of Integral Calculus (MAT 517 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 518
Linear Algebra (MAT 518 / Credits: 3 )
3
MAT 519
Abstract Algebra (MAT 519 / Credits: 3 )
3

M.S. in Mathematics Education Professional Licensure Disclosure

The applied professional experience is the capstone in the completion of this program. Conducted in an appropriate educational setting, candidates will maintain reflective journals and create files of samples of their students' work and the assessment instruments used to demonstrate achievement of the state professional and content standards. All applied professional experiences are accompanied by a portfolio detailing the rationale, process, and evaluation of the project. This course is one of the many practical applications included in the program.

Admission Requirements

Have the following items ready to submit with your online application:

  • $50 application fee
  • Transcripts from all schools attended

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