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STEM Education (M.A.)

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Overview

Degree Level(s)
Graduate Pathway Program
Master's
Modality
Hybrid
School
Feinstein School of Humanities, Arts, and Education

About the STEM Education (M.A.) Graduate Program

This 37-credit master's program combines innovative academic coursework with real-world applications. It emphasizes hands-on learning, community engagement, and strong STEM industry connections. Graduates will gain a deep understanding of STEM concepts, their interdisciplinary applications, and their societal impact. Please note, this program does not meet certification requirements for Rhode Island licensure.

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    STEM Education Graduate Program Details

    STEM Education, MA

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    Format

    Low Residency

    Schedule

    Online Asynchronous Learning Paired with Few Select Saturday In-Person Meetings

    Credits Required

    37

    Time Commitment

    .5 to 2.5 years

    Cost

    2026-2027 Academic Year
    $780 per credit

    Fees

    2026-2027 Academic Year
    $490 per semester (full-time students)
    $165 per semester (part-time students)

    Ways to Save

    Scholarships Available

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    Fall: March 1 (priority), June 15 (regular), August 1 (final) 

    Spring: November 1 (priority), December 15 (regular), January 6 (final) 

    Summer: March 1 (regular), April 1 (final)

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    Empowering Future STEM Educators 

    The STEM Master’s Program at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ provides a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary approach to STEM education. With flexible tracks, hands-on experiential learning, and strong industry partnerships, the program equips future STEM leaders with technology-driven teaching strategies, research-based pedagogy, and policy advocacy skills, ensuring graduates are prepared for high-impact careers in STEM education. 

    STEM Education Degree Requirements

    PROGRAM REQUIREMENT - 37 CREDITS (10 COURSES) 

    General Requirements - 37 Credits (10 courses) 

    • STEM 502: Advanced Integration of STEM, Coding, and Robotics in the Classroom (4 credits)
    • STEM 500: Advanced Classroom Applications of Technology (4 credits)
    • MME 501: Mathematical Foundations and Problem-Solving Strategies (3 credits)
    • STEM 511: Advanced STEM Robotics Explorations (4 credits)
    • STEM 505: Food Science for Educators and Lab (4 credits)
    • STEM 506: STEM Education Policy, Advocacy, and Research (3 credits)
    • STEM 507: Playful Makers: Advancing STEM Education Through Makerspaces and 3D Printing (4 credits)
    • STEM 600: Bridging STEM Theory & Practice: STEM Education Internship (4 credits)
    • STEM 601: Leading STEM Change: Curriculum & Professional Development (3 credits)
    • STEM 603: A Journey of Discovery: The STEM Education Capstone (4 credits) 

    STEM Education Graduate Program Objectives 

    Build Expert STEM Educators: Gain advanced skills to bring integrated STEM strategies to life in your classroom 

    Collaborate for Impact: Team up with local industries and community orgs to strengthen STEM learning beyond school walls 

    Lead with Inclusion: Design culturally responsive STEM curricula and lead outreach initiatives that truly connect with diverse learners 

    Teach with Tomorrow’s Tech: Learn how to integrate AI, robotics, and coding into your instruction using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles 

    Distinctive Features of the STEM Education Graduate Program 

    Internships & Fieldwork: Get out of the classroom and into real-world STEM settings — from K-12 schools to STEM orgs and industry-led projects 

    Makerspaces & Robotics Labs: Dive into hands-on fun with 3D printing, coding, and robotics to bring STEM learning to life 

    Community-Based Learning: Team up with local schools, museums, and orgs to launch STEM outreach that makes a difference 

    Industry Partnerships: Work side-by-side with STEM pros and researchers to apply your skills in real-world environments 

    Capstone Project: Bring it all together with a final project that lets you design and lead your own innovative STEM education initiative 

    Application Requirements

    Application Process

    To be considered for admission to the M.A. STEM Education program, applicants must hold an earned Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (4+.5 students must be enrolled and in good standing in an undergraduate program.) 

    Each application will be reviewed using a portfolio approach - all parts of the application will be considered, inclusive of grades and trend of grades, letters of recommendation, the letter of intent, and other information that candidates for admission may wish to submit.

    How to Apply

    Application Materials

    1. Completed application form and $55 application fee
    An application fee is not required for Â鶹ɫÇéƬ students.

    2. Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
    The Office of Graduate Admission will obtain transcripts on behalf of Â鶹ɫÇéƬ students.

    3. Letter of Intent (no more than two double-spaced pages) describing your interest in the M.A. STEM Education Program, career goals, and how you can positively contribute to the graduate program at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ

    4. Two letters of recommendation, academic or professional, attesting to your potential to succeed in graduate school

    Uploading Materials

    Once an applicant has submitted the application form they will have access to a portal to upload all supplemental materials (transcript copies, letter of intent, portfolio, resume, etc.)

    Alternatively, documents can be submitted via email to gradadmit@rwu.edu. 

    Any official documents that must be mailed (i.e. transcripts) should be sent directly to:
    Office of Graduate Admission
    1 Old Ferry Rd.
    Bristol, RI 02809

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    Additional Requirements and Testing

    The Graduate Records Examination (GRE) is not required for admission. Applicants with an overall GPA below 3.0 are strongly encouraged to take either the GRE or MAT. 

    Applicants for the Joint M.S./J.D. must apply separately to the School of Law, and must submit an LSAT score. 

    International Applicants

    International applicants are required to submit an external transcript evaluation.  If your first language is not English, an official report of TOEFL or IELTS results is also required to apply to graduate programs.

    This program is visa eligible.

    International applicants should read additional requirements for non-U.S. residents using the link below.

    Additional Requirements for International Students Accepted International Student Information

    Tuition Discounts for Educators

    If you are an educator you qualify for a 15 percent tuition discount on education graduate programs at Â鶹ɫÇéƬ.

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    Disclosure

    Â鶹ɫÇéƬ discloses that the Master of Arts in STEM Education does not satisfy all educational requirements for licensure as an elementary or secondary public-school educator. Certification and licensure requirements are set by the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE), and students interested in learning about RIDE requirements, including state reciprocity policies, should enquire via the or the students’ resident state websites for the most current information on licensure requirements for educators. 

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    Dr. Katherine Blagden
    Address School of Law, ED81
    Emailkblagden@rwu.edu
    Phone401-254-3749