Ed.M. in Science Education

Through completion of the coursework, students in the Ed.M. in Science Education program will learn content-specific teaching methods in biological, physical, and or general science studies. They will gain a grounding in the historical and philosophical contexts of the discipline and participate in experiences that challenge them to think critically about the subject matter. Expert faculty will guide students through the curriculum, providing research-backed perspectives regarding science knowledge and learning, cognitive and instructional psychology, and best practices for science instruction in formal and informal settings.

For more information about the courses in this program, please visit the course catalog and online schedule of classes.

This program typically takes 2 years to complete and includes:

• • 30 Graduate Course Credits*
    • 15 Credits – Science Education Core Courses
    • 6 Credits – Cognitive and Instructional Psychology Core Courses 
    • 9 Credits – Elective Courses
  • Portfolio
    • To provide evidence of the achievement of the goals the student and faculty jointly set for the degree program, the student will create a portfolio. The portfolio should demonstrate deep knowledge of core program topics (as related to the goals). Students will begin developing their portfolio in the first semester of study, and build upon it throughout the course of the program. For more information, click here.

*All courses must be approved by faculty advisor

Given timely recognition of the importance of science, technology, math, and engineering (STEM) education programs in the United States and abroad, graduates of this program that have teacher certification are especially poised to pursue teaching, administrative, and educational leadership roles in science education immediately following conferral of their degree. Students who are not certified to teach in public schools may pursue roles in government or legislative offices, non-profit organizations, informal science education settings including zoos, wildlife centers, science centers, and museums, research institutions, and or science and technology corporations.

• Personal Statement 
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Official Undergraduate Transcripts

1. Collect the materials required for admission
2. Submit your application online at http://gradstudy.rutgers.edu/
3. Submit supporting materials online
4. Any supporting materials that cannot be submitted electronically should be mailed to Graduate Admissions’ New Brunswick office. Their mailing address can be found here: https://gradstudy.rutgers.edu/about/contact-us

Tuition: 

For tuition and fees information please visit the tuition landing page.

Financial Aid:

While students are encouraged to apply for federal student aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), there are a number of other merit- and need-based support options, including loans and college work-study programs within and external to Rutgers. For more information, please visit the Office of Financial Aid website.

Scholarships, Fellowships & Assistantships:

Generous GSE alumni, friends, and community members have established and continue to donate to more than one dozen fellowships and scholarships to help deserving students reach their goals. These awards are granted on the basis of academic achievement and or financial need. While these awards are competitive, interested students are encouraged to apply for consideration and submit the required materials. Students must also submit a FAFSA application to be eligible.  

To review all current awards and learn more about the donors that established them, please click here.