Faulkner University

Faulkner University first implemented its Master of Education Program in the fall of 2006.  This unique program is tailored to address the needs of those who have an undergraduate degree in a non-education field and who would like to obtain initial teaching certification while earning an advanced degree in education. Certification is available in Elementary Education, English, Math, Biology, History, and Physical Education.

                                                  First Graduate Class (Fall 2006)

Student-Centered Coursework

This is a flexible program that allows students to take graduate courses in the evening while working part-time or full-time at their jobs.  Consider the following:

1.   Courses meet in the evening for eight weeks.

2.   Courses require students to meet one night each week  on campus in a traditional setting and one night each week with a study group at a time and location determined by the group.

3.   Courses are practical and based in research to provide maximum growth for future educators.

4.   Courses are taught by well-qualified and experienced educators.

5.   Courses teach the craft of teaching but also reflect the spiritual character of the university.

Strong Academic Advising

At Faulkner University, comprehensive academic advising and personal one-on-one attention to its students is considered a top priority.  Providing students with current and appropriate academic information and guidance is essential to a quality program.

National Accreditation

The Teacher Education Program at Faulkner University is accredited through the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).  

Program Description

The Master of Education Degree leading to the Alternative A Fifth Year Certificate is a 40-hour program with 24 hours in core education courses and 16 graduate hours in the appropriate content courses.  Coursework covering areas of educational psychology, curriculum, teaching strategies, classroom management, and technology are uniquely interwoven with an emphasis on professionalism and Christian principles to provide students the solid foundation necessary to become a exemplary classroom teacher.

In addition to graduate coursework, an evaluation of subject matter content in the student's undergraduate program must also be evaluated to determine what, if any, undergraduate leveling courses may be necessary.  Those seeking elementary certification must have earned at least 12 semester hours in each of the following content areas:  English language arts, mathematics, science and social science.  Those seeking certification in a content area for secondary certification must have an academic major in the appropriate teaching field or 32 semester hours including at least 19 upper-division hours.  Specific courses may also be required in these areas.  An official review of your undergraduate transcript can be done at no charge by contacting the education office.

Financial Aid

Stafford Loans are available to those who take six graduate hours each semester.  Applications for Stafford Loans can be obtained by contacting the Financial Aid Office at 386-7201. 

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A special tuition reduction scholarship of $75.00 per graduate hour  is available for students entering the Master of Education Program for a limited time.  The tuition for each three-hour graduate course would be reduced by $225.00.  A special reduced tuition rate is also available for undergraduate courses required as a part of the graduate certification program.  Contact the Department of Education (386-7106) for details.

Application Process

An information packet, including application, can be obtained by calling 334-386-7106 or emailing stipper@faulkner.edu.  To apply for the program, applicants must submit an application (in packet), a $35.00 application fee, official transcripts from each college/university attended, recommendation forms (in packet) and a written statement of liftetime goals.  To be considered for full admission, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

1.   A minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA on undergraduate work

2.   A passing score on Miller Analogies Test (MAT) or Graduate Records Exam (GRE)

3.   An undergraduate degree and sufficient content coursework to meet the highly-

      qualified requirement.

4.   An admission interview with the department chair