Make a positive impact as an educational leader. 
Earn your Master of Education online at Concordia University Texas and advance your career in education, organizational development or other instructional environments.
You’ll build expertise in the field of education alongside fellow students while also developing the key administration and communication skills you’ll need to be a successful leader in any professional setting. Choose from four specializations to customize your degree to match your specific career goals: Coaching and Sports Administration, Educational Administration, Educational Technology and Innovation, and Instructional Leadership.
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No GRE Required
Complete in 16-18 months
A meaningful, fully online MEd
The flexibility of online
Learn fully online from anywhere without having to put your life or job on hold. Plus, our MEd professors have extensive experience in the field and are trained to provide you with a meaningful and engaging online learning experience.
In-depth learning
Engage with career-relevant coursework through guest speakers, field activities, case studies, innovative teaching practices and more.
Build your professional network
Earn your online master’s in education in a cohort format — alongside the same group of students from start to finish. Concordia’s small class sizes of 15-25 students mean you’re able to collaborate and develop valuable network connections as you learn with and from each other.
Ready to learn more about earning your MEd online?
You can make a positive impact not only in your field, but also in the lives of those you teach.
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Career Outcomes
Your online master’s in education will help you build and advance your career in a variety of positions, including:
- Career Counselor
- Corporate Training Consultant
- Curriculum Developer
- Education Policy Developer
- Educational Coordinator
- School Technology Consultant
- Teacher/Professor
Greg Vidal
"The coursework was relevant and applicable. Having spoken with colleagues who completed other programs; I was far better prepared for the rigorous state certification examinations. Learning was scaffolded so we could apply our new learning to complete the work of PASL (Performance Assessment of School Leaders). I cannot fully express to others the level of support graduate students received from our professors to excel in the content and its application in relevant situations in which we would be exercising our learning as instructional leaders."
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CONCENTRATIONS
Choose from four specializations designed to help you meet your unique professional goals.
Coaching and Sports Administration
- Gain the skills and experience you need to take an ethical leadership role in various areas of athletics, including athletic departments in public/private schools and universities, the fitness industry, league sports and more.
- Develop the appropriate administrative skills and procedures vital to a successful educational setting in public or private schools. Courses align with the new TExES Principal exams (268 — Principal as Instructional Leader & 368 — Performance Assessment for School Leaders) and students are eligible to apply to the principal certification preparation program.
Educational Technology and Innovation
- Become a leader in instructional technology within the fields of education and organizational development. Through curriculum aligned with International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards, you’ll learn to develop and implement innovative practices that leverage cutting-edge technology — such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and virtual reality — to enhance learning.
- Develop the academic and administrative skills and procedures that are essential to a successful educational setting in public or private schools.
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ACCREDITATION
Concordia University Texas is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees along with the Doctorate in Education (Ed.D). Contact the SACSCOC at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Concordia University Texas.
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ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Concordia selects students who present the most competitive applications and who we consider most likely to be successful, contributing members of the Concordia community who will graduate. To reach admission decisions, Concordia evaluates all candidates in a comprehensive way using these criteria.
Once all application materials have been submitted, the Graduate Committee will evaluate the admissions file and deliver a decision within five to 10 business days. Some programs have additional requirements, so please read the Program-Specific Requirements tab for detailed information.
All Master of Education applicants must submit the following in order to be considered for admission:
- Complete application
- $50 non-refundable application fee
- Official transcripts
Graduate students must arrange to have their transcript(s) sent to Concordia directly from the institution of record. A student-delivered transcript will not be accepted as an official transcript unless it is received in the original sealed envelope and appropriately stamped by the institution of record as "Issued to Student in a Sealed Envelope."
Please see the Program-Specific Requirements tab to see additional materials and GPA requirements for each specialization.
All students admitted to the Master of Education program at Concordia University Texas must:
- Maintain a GPA of 3.0 in order to stay in good standing as a graduate student.
- Students falling below the 3.0 requirement must bring their GPA to 3.0 within the next six (6) graduate hours earned, or they will be deemed academically ineligible to continue in the MEd program.
Program-Specific Requirements:
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Coaching & Sports Administration
GPA Requirement: 2.5 or higher
If your GPA (either cumulative or for the last 60 credit hours earned) is between 2.25 and 2.499, you will be asked to submit an essay for review by the Graduate Education Committee. For essay details, please email admissions@concordia.edu.
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Educational Administration
Undergraduate GPA Requirement: 3.0 or higher (cumulative OR last 60 hours) If you have an undergraduate GPA of 2.75-2.99 (cumulative OR last 60 hours), you must submit GRE scores.* Additional Application Requirements:
Additional Application Requirements:
- Teaching certification
- A minimum of two full years of teaching experience in public or private schools as indicated through a service record sent directly from the district to Concordia University Texas
- A letter from your supervisor supporting your participation in this program and ensuring you an opportunity to act as an administrator during your course of study, especially when you will need to be away from your regular work assignments
Admission to the Texas Principal Certification preparation program is completed during the first semester of the M.Ed. program in the Educational Administration specialization.
Principal certification courses are part of the EDAD specialization program and are subject to the regulations of the Texas Education Agency. At this time, in addition to the Educational Administration admission requirements, the candidate wishing to seek Texas Principal Certification must:
- Earn passing scores on both Qualifying Benchmarks (Benchmark 1 and 2)
- Apply, be accepted, and confirm acceptance into the principal certification preparation program at Concordia University
To remain in the Texas Principal Certification preparation program at Concordia University Texas, the candidate must:
- Successfully complete all remaining coursework and benchmarks
- Successfully complete the practicum (EDAD 5156) at a TEA-approved, on-ground campus in Texas under the guidance of a state-certified mentor
- Pass both required state exams: 268-Principal as Instructional Leader and 368-Performance Assessment for School Leaders
- Complete the Master’s Degree in Educational Administration and Principal Certification preparation program
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Educational Technology & Innovation
Undergraduate GPA Requirement: 2.5 or higher
Additional Application Requirements:
- You must have a teaching certification OR a minimum of one full year of experience working in a technology field.
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Instructional Leadership
Undergraduate GPA Requirement: 2.5 or higher
If your GPA does not meet the minimum requirements, you will be asked to submit an essay, which will be reviewed by the Graduate Education Committee. For essay details, please email admissions@concordia.edu.
Additional Application Requirements:
- You must have a teaching certification.
*GRE Scores must reflect what is approved by TEA for admission: Verbal: 143-157; Quantitative: 140-155; and Writing: 3-4.5.
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APPLICATION PROCESS
The admissions process begins with submitting an application to the Office of Admissions. Decisions regarding acceptance are made at completion of the application file. All applicants will be considered on an individual basis.
1. Online Application and Application Fee
Complete the online application and pay the $50 non-refundable application fee. On your application, please use your legal name and fill in any maiden names.
If you have a promo code, do not enter your credit card information.
2. Transcripts
Submit official transcripts from the college or university where you earned your bachelor's and/or master's degree any any graduate coursework attempted.
The Office of Admissions requires that you have the official transcript from your degree-granting institution sent directly to the University (see official address below). Please request your transcript immediately, as it may take up to six weeks for transcripts to arrive in our office.
If any transcripts are from a foreign institution, an official NACES Foreign Education Credential Service evaluation must be completed and sent to the Office of Admissions. For more information please visit the NACES websites. Please note: This process could take several weeks.
You have three ways to get your transcripts to Concordia:
1. Student Delivered
A student-delivered transcript will be accepted as an official transcript only if it is received in the original sealed envelope and stamped by the institution of records as "Issued to Student in a Sealed Envelope."2. Electronically
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All mailed transcripts should go to:Concordia University Texas
Office of Admissions Processing
11400 Concordia University Drive
Austin, TX 787263. Teaching Certificate
Submit a copy of your teaching certificate. If you do not hold a valid state teaching certificate but are a full-time teacher, contact your admissions counselor for details on the petition waiver. If you are applying to the Coaching & Sports Administration specialization, you do not need to complete this requirement.
4. Graduate Transfer Credit
Concordia University Texas can accept up to six transferrable graduate credit hours.
For graduate hours to be considered for transfer credit, you must submit the official graduate transcript(s), submit the Graduate Transfer Credit Consideration Form and submit course descriptions/syllabi for the graduate classes.
5. Apply for Financial Aid
Complete the online federal application at studentaid.gov for the school year. The Concordia University Texas school code is 003557.
For those eligible, financial aid is available in the form of unsubsidized loans.
6. Payment Options
The Concordia MEd features locked-in tuition, meaning that you will pay the same rate of tuition throughout the entire program.
Where to send all admissions documents:
Office of Admissions Processing
Concordia University Texas
11400 Concordia University Drive
Austin, TX 78726FAX: 512-313-4639
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PROGRAM COST
With a locked-in tuition rate for the duration of your program and various financial aid and payment opportunities available, we work hard to make your Master of Education degree affordable.
2022-23 Program Costs
For students starting the program in Fall 2023, Spring 2023, and Summer 2023, the tuition rate is $620 per credit hour.
Classes are normally three credit hours, and the entire MEd degree plan is 30 credit hours.
Please contact your Graduate Enrollment Specialist for specific details.
Financial Aid Opportunities
Please visit our Financial Aid page to learn about payment options, deadlines, FAFSA and how to get help paying for your education.
For those eligible, financial aid is available in the form of unsubsidized loans.
If you have any questions, please contact your admissions counselor.
Payment Types
Concordia accepts three methods of payment:
- Online through your MyInfo account
- Check or money order sent by mail to: Concordia University Texas, Attn: Student Accounts, 11400 Concordia University Dr., Austin, TX 78726
- Cash, check, credit or debit card at the Student Central office, which is located on campus at C-256 in Cedel Hall
Payment plans are available and can be set up through your MyInfo account.
If you have any questions, please contact your admissions counselor.
Service Members Information
Concordia University Texas is grateful, proud and supportive of those who have or continue to serve through the military.
For those looking to start or continue their education, we have a variety of options to assist. CTX is a Yellow-Ribbon Institution and accepts most VA-funded students, including Montgomery and Post 9/11. Note that the Hazelwood Act is only valid for public institutions.
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TUITION AND AID
View our Financial Aid page to see how affordable private education can be at Concordia.
We also offer the Tornado Textbooks program, which can save you money every semester on books and access codes.
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STUDENT RESOURCES AVAILABLE
At Concordia, we offer additional resources to ensure your success, including the writing center, math center, speech center and peer tutoring. The CTX Library's eBook collection of over 180,000+ items is available 24/7. The library also provides several Research Guides and Tutorials and you can chat with a librarian 24/7 for additional help. Because you’re a person and not just a student to us, mental health screening, resources and support are also available. Check out our mental health page for more information.
Concordia University empowers students of all backgrounds to lead lives of critical thought, compassionate action, and courageous leadership. As a former public-school teacher and campus/district administrator, I am passionate about and empowered by the opportunity to teach graduate students to think critically, act with compassion and lead with courage in today’s world!
With Anticipation,
Lori Einfalt, PhDAssistant Professor Concordia University M.Ed. Program Director
Become an agent of change in the vast field of education.
Gain the in-depth skills and knowledge you need to exemplify ethical, values-centered leadership.
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