Curriculum & Instruction: Secondary Education English MS
Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction

Is this program right for you?
Our program creates exceptional teachers by recruiting passionate readers and writers who embrace learning and intelligent discourse. You will learn to share the power of language and literature through reading, writing, speaking, and listening – fostering a comprehensive understanding of English.
- Our program is suitable for people looking to move into the teaching profession
- In just two summers and one academic year, gain experience in educational theory, engaging students and translating your studies into curriculum
- You proceed through the program as a cohort, so you are surrounded by peers and faculty to support you
- Students are eligible to participate in the Wisconsin Teacher Pledge
Education that works for you
In just 14 months, become certified to teach high school and middle school, and ready to enrich your life, your classroom, and your community.
Program type
Master’s degree
Degree awarded
Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction
Commitment
14 months
Tuition
Resident: $670.47 per credit
Nonresident: $1,503.40 per credit
Format
Accelerated
Face-to-face
Credits
51 graduate credits
Admission terms
Program admits for summer term
Offered by
STEM opt eligible
No
Supports F-1 Visa
Yes
Application deadlines
Summer 2025
- Deadline: June 1, 2025
Summer 2026
- Priority deadline: January 15, 2026
- Deadline: June 1, 2026
Summer 2027
- Priority deadline: January 15, 2027
- Deadline: June 1, 2027
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Curriculum & Instruction: Secondary Education English MS
$61,800
Average market salary in 2021
Job titles
5%
Projected growth from 2020-2030 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What you’ll learn
Become a successful educator with the Curriculum & Instruction: Secondary Education English MS. Through coursework and real-life applications you’ll focus on inclusive education and ESL methods to enhance your teaching skills and meaningfully support your learners.
- Classroom management
- Inclusive education
- ESL methods
- Educational policy
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