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Graduate Education Programs

Bethel University graduate degree programs in education aim to prepare wise leaders for our nation’s schools. Candidates will be able to competently perform the roles associated with excellence in teaching and with effective, ethical school leadership.  Graduate study in education at Bethel University can lead to a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree, intended for individuals who want to earn an initial teaching license, or a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree, offering several options for individuals who already have a teaching license.

These programs can be completed in two years.  Candidates can begin the program during any term, but they are required to take the Professional Development and Leadership Introduction course within the first nine hours of coursework.  In addition, the Bethel University graduate program director or representative will interview qualified applicants.

Admissions Requirements:

  • Graduate programs application
  • Official transcripts from the degree-granting college or university
  • Grade point average 3.00 GPA (If GPA is 2.50-2.99, documentation for 5 years of related professional experience, including dates, employers and phone numbers is required)
  • Resume
  • Professional Disposition Self-Assessment and two Professional Disposition Assessments completed by individuals who can speak to the candidate's abilities in the field.

Retention Requirements:

  • Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Minimum of a C- in all completed coursework
  • Successful formative portfolio assessments
  • Favorable assessments by graduate faculty members throughout the program
  • Candidates whose GPA falls below 3.0, those receiving unfavorable assessments from faculty members, or those making unsatisfactory progress on the professional portfolio will be required to meet with the graduate program director or a faculty member appointed by the director.  A remediation plan will be established.  Candidates unable to meet the remediation plan may be required to drop out of the program.

Graduation and Program Completion Requirements:

  • Successful completion of graduate coursework, including any required internships.
  • Candidates must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all coursework required in the degree program.
  • Minimum of C- in all completed coursework.
  • When applicable, content knowledge in the licensure area will be assessed by a licensure exam near the end of the candidate's program.
  • .Candidates will develop and present a professional portfolio to document knowledge, skills, and dispositions characteristic of a wise school leader
    •  Formative assessment of the portfolio will be conducted throughout the program as part of course requirements.
    • The summative assessment of the portfolio will be conducted during the Capstone course.  For candidates who take the Capstone course prior to the final semester of coursework, a summative portfolio assessment will be scheduled during the final semester of courses.
    • Candidates who submit an unacceptable portfolio will be required to schedule a meeting with the graduate program director or a faculty member appointed by the director to assist the candidate with portfolio development.  The portfolio must be re-submitted according to the remediation plan and schedule established.

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