Early Childhood Education (MED/MS)
Prepare to meet the challenges in the modern classroom and help our children attain the skills they need to succeed.
Children Are Our Future
Our children deserve the best in Texas education. As an Early Childhood Educator, you can lead the next generation to a brighter future. Our graduate program takes a closer look at the physiological and psychological development of children from birth through fourth grade. While here, you'll learn how to apply curriculum theory to the kindergarten classroom and beyond. We understand that earning a degree while teaching is demanding. That's why we've created a flexible, online program that lets you enroll in courses over the summer. Take the next step in advancing your career through our Early Childhood Education program. We'll help you along the way.
Focus Your Passion
We offer three tracks to cater to your early childhood education career goals. The Master of Education (MED) is designed for teachers who have a teaching certificate to enhance their knowlegde of teaching subject matter content in a PreK – 3rd Grade setting. The Master of Science (MS) Post Bac program designed for those who are seeking teaching certification and an ECE Masters Degree. The Mastor of Science (MS) Non-Thesis degree is designed for those individuals who plan to work in settings such as child care, policy development or non-government organizations.
Master of Education (MEd) Non-thesis
Are you currently certified to teach in Texas? Consider earning your Master of Education in Early Childhood Education! Designed for current educators, our non-thesis track offers a flexible way to enhance your education online.
Masters of Science (MS) Post-Baccalaureate
The Masters of Science (MS) Post-Baccalaureate program is designed for students who seek an initial state teaching certification through our post-baccalaureate alternative certification program.
Master of Science (MS) Non-Thesis
If you desire greater early childhood education coursework but aren’t certified to teach in Texas, the Master of Science track is for you! This track allows you to prepare to make a difference through your contribution at the state and federal levels.
See Yourself Succeed With
A Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
Our Former Students Tell Us…
My experiences have been great, and I have learned so many theories and practical strategies that I can take back to the classroom.
Career Readiness
Participate in excellence-driven programs that empower you with knowledge of curriculum content, pedagogy, instructional design and evidence-based assessments.
Former Students Tells Us…..
My experiences have been great, and I have learned so many theories and practical strategies that I can take back to the classroom.
Education Success
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Hands-on Training
Whether it's a full year in the classroom, practicum courses or internships, you will engage in practical, real-world learning experiences that build confidence and skills.
Guidance You Need
Located in the Frank Young Education North Building, our Mentor Center provides the information and support you need to reach your career goals.
Faculty Spotlight
David Brown, Ph.D.
I have a strong interest in developing and designing quality programs for young children and their f…
Donna McCrary, Ph.D.
It is always enlightening to find a person's strength and use that strength to build complex conce…
Josh Thompson, Ph.D.
I wonder about you – what makes you curious about me, what makes you wonder about teaching and learn…
What you will learn
A master’s degree in Early Childhood Education will offer you the opportunity to:
- Learn how language develops in early childhood
- Apply current practices of classroom management and positive reinforcement
- Formulate programs to increase literary retention and mathematical development
- Expand your professional career within the public and private school setting
- Create a nurturing environment to boost self-esteem and intellectual creativity within the classroom
Careers
Gain the recognition you deserve by earning your master’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Many ISDs reward educators who pursue higher learning with salary increases and job openings. Our graduate program also opens opportunities to make a difference at the administrative level.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023
Potential Employers
Local ISDs often seek after our graduates. Job placement and satisfaction is ranked highly in our education program. These are just a few examples of districts where our students found employment. Now's your chance to discover where you belong.
Featured Courses
Course Delivery and Resources
Earn your Master of Education or Science in Early Childhood Education online or at the Mesquite Metroplex Center. Our flexible program meets the needs of current educators and working professionals. Our renowned faculty and education experts are committed to helping you reach your education goals.
Graduate Program Cost
PROGRAM COSTS
Tuition and fees for graduate students taking nine credit hours are $3,669 for Texas residents and $7,341 for non-residents.
Admission
Your Path to Becoming a Lion
- Select “Create a new graduate school admissions application.”
- Select “Texas A&M University-Commerce (Commerce)” as your “Target University.”
- Select one of the following as your “Major”
- Early Childhood Education, MED for certified teachers
- Early Childhood Education, MS for those seeking initial teacher certification as part of the master’s degree
- Early Childhood Education, MA for those seeking initial teacher certification as part of the master’s degree
- Pay the $50 application fee.
*Applicants for the MS/MA in Early Childhood Education must also apply for the Post Baccalaureate Teacher/Alternative Certification program.
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
- After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Provisional Status
After you submit your application, you may be granted provisional status, which means you can enroll in one semester of courses. You will not be eligible for financial aid until you submit all of your documents and are accepted into the program.
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
- Upload your documents at myLeo > Apps > Check Admissions Application Status & Test Scores or email your documents to [email protected], unless otherwise specified below.
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].
- We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
All international transcripts must be evaluated and the evaluation submitted to the Graduate School.
We accept evaluations sent directly from the following Agencies.
- If a normal evaluation is submitted, official original transcripts with all marksheets will still need to be submitted.
- If a WES ICAP or equivalent is submitted, we will not need the official transcripts to be submitted separately.
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Attn: Graduate School
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Submit a statement of educational and professional goals of 500 words or less on the following prompt:
- Discuss your educational and professional goals and how you believe this graduate degree will help you achieve them.
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
You do not need to submit test scores if you have a valid teaching certificate. Email a copy of your valid teaching certificate to [email protected]
If you do not have a teaching certificate, you may submit your scores for one of the following tests:
- PPR, ExCet or TExES
- MS and MA applicants can submit PACT or PRAXIS scores in place of GRE scores.
Submit official General Test GRE scores
- Request that your GRE®scores be sent to Texas A&M University-Commerce (6188) when you register for the test. If you have already taken the GRE®, you can order additional score reports.
Look for application updates in myLeo > Apps > Check Application Status
- Once an admission decision has been made, you will receive an email to your student email account at myLeo > Apps > Leomail.
- Apply for scholarships and graduate assistantships once you are admitted.
- Apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA and sending it to school code 003565.
- Contact your financial aid advisor with any questions.
Once registration opens and you are eligible to enroll, your graduate enrollment specialist is here to help you complete registration.
- View your degree plan in DegreeWorks.
- View the Schedule of Classes.
- To register for classes, go to myLeo > Student Resources > Registration Menu.
Contact your graduate enrollment specialist if you have any questions regarding your degree plan and registration.
If you are applying to the Early Childhood Education (MED/MS/MA) program and are an H1B or H4 applicant, please contact the Graduate School for details at [email protected]. H4 applicants will be required to submit a passing TOEFL or IELTS in addition to the admission documents listed for domestic students.
We are here to help!
Contact Us
- Department of Curriculum and Instruction
- 903.886.5537
- 903.886.5581
- Sowers Education South
