MA/MS in Curriculum and Instruction

This master's degree in curriculum, instruction and assessment targets at working educators who want to move into leadership roles such as curriculum coordinator or assessment coordinator. It also serves corporate trainers and other professionals who teach outside the traditional K-12 setting. Applicants follow the college's general graduate admission requirements. Ursuline notes that applicants hear back within two weeks of applying online. Graduates work in elementary, middle and high schools and in district offices. Listed roles include curriculum and instruction administrator, analyst, principal, assistant principal, dean of students, department chairperson and subject area coordinator. Many alumni already hold administrative posts in Northeast Ohio school districts. Applicants apply online, and the college gives its decision within about two weeks. The program suits those who see themselves guiding instruction across a school or district, as well as people who design training outside classrooms.