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title: Master of Science in Education | Southern Adventist University
description: Southern Adventist University's faith-based Master of Science in Education is the degree you need to fast-track your teaching career.
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# Doctor of Education (EdD)

 

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## Doctor of Education (EdD) Program Details

The MSEd program is up to date with current trends in learning, so educators have the best tools for their students. Graduates are well equipped for administrative roles. They are positioned for increased marketability and for recognition of expertise by peers and employers..

Here are some advantages of enrolling in our program: 

- **Christian perspective:** The program is grounded in time-tested Adventist education principles and is designed to train professionals for work in any setting.
- **Faith and learning:** All education courses not only incorporate a biblical foundation, but also provide ways for Christian educators to nurture faith throughout the educational system.
- **Experienced practitioners:** Our professors teach from a broad range of professional experience in both private and public school settings. The latest technology is integrated throughout the program.
- **Designed for convenience:** On-campus intensives are offered in the summer. Online classes and hybrid classes (with online and on-campus components) provide even more convenience for the working educator’s schedule.

![A man in glasses holds a geometric object and points to it with a pen while speaking to a group of people seated and taking notes in a well-lit room.](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Images/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Pages%20Photo%20Bank/MS%20Education%202.png)

#### **Instructional Leadership**:

This is an online program. This emphasis prepares leaders for roles as school principals and superintendents. Courses meeting the requirements for the NAD Principal Endorsement are also offered online.

#### **Literacy Education**:

This is an online program. This emphasis prepares teachers to engage and empower students to be strong communicators and critical thinkers.

#### **Outdoor Education**: 

Offered during Summer Field Schools, teachers, youth leaders, camp directors and others learn how to meet a variety of educational and emotional needs through God's book of nature. [More information about Outdoor Education](https://www.southern.edu/graduatestudies/master-of-science-in-education-outdoor-ed.html)

## Applying to Southern’s Master of Science in Education 

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### Master of Science in Education Eligibility and Prerequisites

- **Bachelor's degree:** A bachelor’s degree (in any area) from an accredited program
- **GPA requirement:** A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.00
- **Certification:** Current NAD Basic certification or state initial certification, or proof of past NAD Basic or state initial certification.
- **Instructional Leadership emphasis:** Applicants must have two years of teaching experience.

### Adventist Teacher Certification

[Get information and register for online teacher-certification classes](https://www.southern.edu/academics/online-campus/adventistteachers.html)

Dormitory housing is available at a rate of $18 per night.  Payment must be made upon arrival, and any arrangements for reimbursement must be made directly with your Conference Education Office. Reservations are required and may be made by contacting Mrs. Lisa Patterson at 423.236.2990. Married student housing is also available upon request.

 

### Application Deadlines

All application steps are to be fully completed by the dates listed.

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#### Term

#### U.S. Residents

#### International

Fall

July 1

May 1 (Instructional Leadership emphasis only)

Winter

October 1

September 1 (Instructional Leadership emphasis only)

Summer

April 1

Not applicable

### How to Apply

Submit an application (with non-refundable fee of $40.)

 Transcripts

Submit official college and university transcripts. Many institutions subscribe to the convenient transcript-request service at [National Student Clearinghouse](https://secure.studentclearinghouse.org/tsorder/faces/TOBridge), or you may also contact your institution directly. Have your transcripts sent to the Graduate and Professional Studies office ([gradtranscripts@southern.edu](mailto:gradtranscripts@southern.edu)).

*If you earned your prerequisite degree at Southern, you do not need to complete this step.*

 Recommendations

Submit two recommendation forms (completed by work supervisors or professors). This should be done as part of the online application process.

 Written Statement

Submit a statement of purpose

[View Guidelines](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Page%20Assets/SEP.education-statement-guidelines.pdf)

 

 Curriculum Vitae

 Submit a curriculum vitae. Upload to your [Application Status Page.](https://gradadmissions.e.southern.edu/apply/status)

 Background check

Successfully complete an approved background check. (Alternatively, verification may be submitted by your current employer.)

[Download Form](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Page%20Assets/SEP.background-check.pdf)

 Criminal-Record Release and Declaration

Submit the Criminal-Record Release and Declaration. Your signature on this form gives the School of Education and Psychology permission to retain your criminal-history record and affirms that you are not a registered sex-offender.

[Download Form](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/Criminal%20Record%20Release%20and%20Declaration_Fillable2.pdf)

 International Applicants

Applicants who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States are considered international students and must meet additional requirements for admission.

[Learn More](https://www.southern.edu/graduatestudies/graduate-international-requirements.html)

International students who will be coming to Southern's campus need some additional information about travel documents and living on campus.

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact the International Student Services Coordinator at 423.236.2845 or [internationals@southern.edu](mailto:internationals@southern.edu).

Since the Literacy Education and Instructional Leadership emphases are offered online, the part-time schedule does not meet student-visa requirements for international students. Courses are offered year-round with 3-6 credit hours available each term.

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### I’ve Been Admitted to the DNP! Next Steps: 

Before you enroll, we need acceptable documentation of these items. Email all documents to [jlthompson@southern.edu](mailto:jlthompson@southern.edu).

- Personal health assessment and physical exam [Download Form](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Page%20Assets/SON.personal-health-physical-exam.pdf)
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- Medical-information disclosure and drug-screen consent [Download Form](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Page%20Assets/SON.medical-info-disclosure-drug-consent.pdf)
- Current health information and immunizations [Download Form](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Page%20Assets/SON.health-info-immunizations.pdf)
- CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association

 

## Is Education the Right Career Path for You?

Explore our [blog](https://learn.e.southern.edu/en-us/gs/blog/tag/education?hsLang=en) posts to learn more about where a Master of Science in Education can take your career as an educator.

## Resources for Getting Your M.S. in Education at Southern

## M.S. in Education

Choose your area of interest.

- Instructional Leadership
- Literacy Education
- Outdoor Education

## M.S. Education Course Guides

### Instructional Leadership

[See the course list](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Course%20Guides/%5BGS%5D%20MS%20in%20Education/MSED.InstructionalLeadership.pdf)

![MS Ed_Instructional Leadership](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Course%20Guides/%5BGS%5D%20MS%20in%20Education/MS%20Ed_Instructional%20Leadership.png)

## M.S. Education Course Guides

### Literacy Education

[See the course list](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Course%20Guides/%5BGS%5D%20MS%20in%20Education/MSED.LiteracyEducation.pdf)

![MS Ed_Literacy Education](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Course%20Guides/%5BGS%5D%20MS%20in%20Education/MS%20Ed_Literacy%20Education.png)

## M.S. Education Course Guides

### Outdoor Education

[See the course list](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Course%20Guides/%5BGS%5D%20MS%20in%20Education/MSED.OutdoorEducation.pdf)

![MS Ed_Outdoor Educaiton](https://adc.e.southern.edu/hubfs/%5BGS%5D%20Program%20Course%20Guides/%5BGS%5D%20MS%20in%20Education/MS%20Ed_Outdoor%20Educaiton.png)

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