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Masters Program Education

The Master of Arts in Education is a 33 credit-hour program with areas of concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL / TEFL) and Teaching and Learning.

You Can Become a Master Teacher
The Avila Master's Program is unique in the Kansas City area.   Practicing professionals with graduate hours can apply up to 15 credits toward the Master's Degree.  By completing a minimum of 18 hours (depending on the concentration), you can earn your Master's degree.

It's Time for Information- Make an Advising Appointment
You can review our course schedule, start the enrollment process, and learn exactly how long it will take you to reach your goals. If you need an appointment, please call (816) 501-2464, or e-mail us at graded@avila.edu.

It's Time For Convenience
Courses are structured in 5 & 7-week sessions. Our program is not a lock-step or cohort program. Thus, you can schedule the classes you need to complete your degree at the times that are most convenient for you without having to worry about keeping a pre-set pace. The 7-week sessions also allow for flexibility. You can custom tailor the education program based on your lifestyle, only taking classes when a session begins.

Advantages of Our Program

• Up to 15 previous graduate hours may be accepted
• Courses are taught on evenings and weekends
• Flexibility to re-start your program at any time if you can't take classes during a session
• Quality education from more than 80 years of Avila tradition
• Personal attention from qualified, experienced faculty and academic advisors
• Supportive adult learning environment
• Can be earned with 18 additional graduate hours (depending on concentration)
• Assistance through Financial Aid for those who qualify
• May be completed in one year
• Professional accreditation by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools