Master of Art Education

Master the art of Art Education

Prepare to inspire your students to create their own masterpieces

The Master of Art Education elevates you as an artist and an educator. Refine your studio practices with important pedagogical applications.

Important components that define MSU's MAE program include:

  • learning new teaching methods
  • learning classroom management strategies
  • developing curriculum useful in the contemporary classroom
  • collaborating to enhance justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion for students, teachers, and communities.

You’ll graduate qualified to teach dual credit and other college courses. Enjoy a potential salary boost, depending on your school district’s salary schedule.

Designed with flexibility for the working educator.

Take coursework 100% online. Study where you live and work. Complete your practice and field work in your home district, or another location convenient to you. You’ll even complete your studio work at a distance. Plus, you can start this program at any semester.


Missouri State is one of the most affordable graduate schools in the nation.
Most students receive some scholarships or financial aid.

Study under field experts in art education.
Supportive faculty advisors provide the guidance you need to set you on the right course for your education.

Not located in Missouri? No problem.
This program is open to students in all parts of the US and internationally.
Check with your state our country to see if there are any additional requirements for your district.

The Master of Art Education is a part of the art and design department, in the Reynolds College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. Find out more about program requirements and admissions.

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