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Multicultural Education

Master of Education

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Multicultural Education program prepares educators to proactively support the changing demographic of school-aged children. Through this thirty-three (33) credit program, students will learn concepts of legal, historical, and philosophical foundations of multicultural education through narratives and community-based experiences before they choose their concentration in Equity in Education, Special Education, Visual Impairment, or English as a Second Language (ESL).

With the addition of the Multicultural Education program, Kutztown University enhances the already robust and award-winning selection of graduate education programs and courses that are offered completely online, allowing for enrollment from anywhere. 

What can I do with a master’s in multicultural education?

Graduates of this very versatile and unique program can pursue careers in:

  • Teaching
  • School Administration
  • Curriculum Design
  • Community or Government Agencies
  • Two or four-year institutions of higher education

For certified teachers, program options will enable graduates to earn additional certification in Special Education, PreK-12 or Educational Specialist Certification in Teaching English as a Second Language.

The M.Ed. Program includes options for those seeking special education certification or ESL certification in Pennsylvania.

How to Apply

  • Application
  • Statement of Purpose. Please describe your career goals and how this program will help you achieve them
  • Official transcripts from all previous colleges or universities
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in undergraduate program or a 3.25 in previous graduate work
  • Teaching certificate – not necessary if pursuing Equity in Education track

We encourage applicants apply as early as possible to their track of interest as this allows time to process documents, gives the committee the ability to make thoughtful decisions, and affords admitted students to be granted access to our online learning platform. In that spirit, please refer to the following deadlines for guidance:

Summer term: May 1
Fall term: August 1
Winter term: November 1

  • Equity in Education track – Summer or Fall term start only
  • Special Education track – Fall start only
  • Visual Impairment track – Summer and Winter term start only
  • English as a Second Language – Summer or Fall start only

Student Learning Outcomes

Core Courses in the Program:

  • Legal, Historical, and Philosophical Foundations of Multicultural Education
  • Methods of Research
  • Cross-Cultural Communication in Education
  • Multicultural Narratives
  • Community-Based Learning Experience
  • Thesis or Practicum Capstone

You will find additional courses for each track below.

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