The University
Founded in 1888, The University of Scranton is a nationally recognized university nestled in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains. As one of the nation’s leaders in education, The University of Scranton is ranked among America’s Best Colleges, as well as one of the 10 best master’s universities in the North by U.S. News & World Report.
The Online Experience
Benefit from 100% online flexibility in a dynamic virtual classroom with these distinct features:
- Streaming video lectures
- Live chat rooms
- Faculty-hosted message boards
Accreditation
The University of Scranton is nationally accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), and regionally accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The College of Graduate and Continuing Education is accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
Connect. Inspire. Transform.
Discover how you can inspire those around you like never before by earning your Master’s in Education online from regionally accredited The University of Scranton. Whether you’re a teacher looking for salary advancement, improved effectiveness in the classroom or an administrator appointment, these graduate degree programs will prepare you for leadership success:
- Master of Science: Curriculum and Instruction
- Master of Science: Educational Administration
Graduate Programs for the Working Teacher – Online
The University of Scranton’s online master’s programs allow you the flexibility to “attend class” in a dynamic virtual classroom from anywhere, 24/7, and benefit from these advantages:
- No GRE, GMAT or MAT required for entrance
- Six convenient start times
- Take up to two courses at once
- Manageable eight-week sessions
- Complete your degree in about 14 to 18 months
- No mandatory logon times
What’s All the Buzz About?
Discover what our online graduates have to say:
“I have applied what I learned through this program as a leader in our school. I hope to someday become an elementary principal. I feel that The University of Scranton prepared me for success!”
– Susan Congrove
Third Grade Teacher
“I was able to transfer skills learned online right into my own classroom. It helped me become a better teacher. Taking classes through The University of Scranton was not only convenient, it also prepared me to become a capable, qualified, confident administrator!”
– Cristy Lopergolo
Middle School Teacher
“Juggling time constraints as a father, husband, math teacher, and basketball coach, I was pleased that Scranton's online program provided the forum to work on my own time and pace. Upon acquiring my Master's in Educational Administration, many doors have been opened in my school district.”
– David Wayne Simpkins
Math Teacher