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Master of Arts in Teaching / Master of Education

Theatre Education

About the Program
Shape Future Performers

Advance your study in Theatre Education by earning an M.A.T. or M.Ed. The Master of Education is designed for those seeking a teaching degree while the Master of Education caters for current educators who want to deepen their expertise in theatre.

Offered through a two-summer format, both programs provide advanced training in theatre arts while building on your teaching experience in K-12 schools and beyond.

Just the Facts

Total Credit Hours:
30 (M.A.T.), 32 (M.Ed.)

Delivery Format:
On Campus (with some online courses)

Completion Time:
2.5 years (part-time study)

Academic Unit:
Department of Theatre

Program Highlights
Your Academic Experience

  • Two-summer program designed for teachers or aspiring teachers.
  • Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST).
  • Approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
  • Option to take some education courses online.
  • Pathways to theatre certification during the program.
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A theatre professor excitedly talking to one of his students.

What Can You Do With This Degree?

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Admission Requirements
Your Pathway to CSU

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Program-Specific Admission Requirements

This program has specific admission requirements. These requirements are available in our catalog.

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Institutional Admission Requirements

All applicants must meet our institutional admissions requirements to be accepted into Columbus State University.

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