Educational Specialist Areas (Master of Science)
Broaden your instructional horizons and maximize your passion for teaching others through Creighton University’s Master of Science in Educational Specialist Areas.
This unique master’s program will allow you to explore new areas, diversify your teaching skillset and develop your leadership skills. You’ll be able to personalize the degree to your interests and prepare for a variety of educational leadership positions, such as a department chair, grade level team leader or instructional coach.
Creighton offers guaranteed scholarships for all current educators to help support and encourage teachers to continue to their education. See the tuition and fees section below for more details.
“The Educational Specialist Areas program is unique because it is a “stackable master's”, meaning students can choose from five specialty areas and build a program that leads to two endorsements and a master's all at one time.”
—Jean Hearn, EdD | Assistant Professor and Program Director, College of Arts & Sciences
Rooted in Jesuit values, Creighton’s educational specialist master’s goes far beyond classroom management. You’ll learn to model the importance of compassion, relationship-building, reflection and humility in your work. Through hands-on, project-based learning, you’ll gain experience that will prepare you for a successful career in education.
A personalized degree that fits your lifestyle
We know graduate school is a huge investment of your time and money, so we make sure your investment is a smart one—and one you can fit in your schedule. This 36-credit program is designed to meet the needs of busy professionals and can be completed fully online in just over two years.
Creighton’s master’s in Educational Specialist Areas is highly customizable, allowing you to choose the proper path to meet your academic, personal and career goals. Teacher specialization options include Catholic School Leadership, Early Childhood Education, English as a Second Language, Teacher Leadership, or Sports Leadership.