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Mathematics Education MA (Online)

MA • Master's

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The online MA in Mathematics Education is designed to upgrade your skills as a mathematics educator, blending graduate‑level content in mathematics with coursework in mathematics education and educational technology. The curriculum supports experienced and aspiring teachers who want deeper content knowledge and pedagogical expertise aligned to contemporary mathematics curricula.

Program electives include topics such as educational technology for school mathematics and curriculum construction. You’ll study with faculty focused on research‑informed practice while choosing courses that fit your classroom and professional goals. The program emphasizes classroom application—connecting content, pedagogy, and technology—so you can translate advanced ideas into effective, student‑centered teaching. See the curriculum.

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A Master’s Degree Tailored for Teachers

The MA in Mathematics Education is a special master’s degree specifically for current teachers who already hold a teacher’s certification who want to specialize in mathematics. If you already hold a general teacher’s certification, you can pair this program with the fully-online Certification in Elementary School with Subject Matter Certification: Mathematics program, which leads to a secondary endorsement on your certification.

Admission Requirements

  • Equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree.
  • Applicants with non-U.S. degrees: Please visit the international applicants page to review U.S. degree equivalency information.
  • *F1/J1 visa seeking students are not eligible for this program.

Application Checklist

  • Application Deadline: Rolling admission.
  • Online Application: Submit application and $60 non-refundable fee (or waiver if applicable).
  • Transcript: One from each college attended.
  • Essays/Statement of Purpose: Please write an integrated essay providing a response to each of the following questions:
    • What are your goals for graduate study and your future career?
    • In what ways do your academic background and your professional experiences provide evidence of your potential for success in the program you selected and in your eventual career? Please give specific examples of relevant coursework and/or experience.
    • Is there any further information we should consider in assessing your candidacy?
  • Letters of Recommendation: One.
  • Teacher Certification: Copy of New Jersey teacher’s certificate. (Optional)

Questions? We’re Here to Help.

If you have any general questions regarding the application process and requirements, please contact Graduate Admissions.

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Online Enrollment Specialist

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Program Coordinator: Dr. Mika Munakata

Get detailed information about the program itself—from curriculum and faculty expertise to research, internships and career outcomes. The program coordinator can explain how the program connects to your academic and professional goals.

Next Steps

Wherever you learn—on campus or online—Montclair State University offers the programs, community and support to help you reach your goals. Take the next step today.

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