College of Education
The College of Education houses key centers and institutes — including the ECU Community School, McClammy Counseling and Research Laboratory, Irene Howell Assistive Technology Center, Center for STEM Education, and the Rural Education Institute — that drive innovation and address the unique educational needs of eastern North Carolina and beyond.
As a host institution for the North Carolina Teaching Fellows and Principal Fellows programs, the college additionally offers donor-funded scholarships and robust scholar communities designed to foster student success and professional development. Meaningful donor partnerships further enhance these efforts by providing essential resources and expanding opportunities for students and communities.
Committed to preparing transformative educational professionals, the college cultivates a supportive environment focused on student growth, academic excellence, and innovative licensure pathways that empower current and future educators to thrive.
Degrees offered by the College of Education
Adult Education – MAEd
Master of Arts in Education
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Online
Extend your teaching abilities to postsecondary education, workplace training environments, and community organizations when you complete our Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in adult education.
Counselor Education – MS
Master of Science
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Online
Designed for flexibility in location and life stages, the Master of Science (MS) in counselor education prepares counselors to work in a variety of educational and human service settings.
Curriculum and Instruction – MAEd
Master of Arts in Education
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Online
The Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in curriculum and instruction is designed to enhance your knowledge of instructional competencies and methodologies across a wide range of educational fields.
Educational Administration and Supervision – EdS
Specialist in Education
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Online
The post-master’s education administration and supervision degree prepares individuals for district educational leadership positions and/or dual language/immersion leadership.
Educational Leadership – EdD
Doctor of Education
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Online
Learn to lead, serve and transform your educational environment when you complete your Doctor of Education at East Carolina University.
Elementary Education – MAEd
Master of Arts in Education
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Online
The Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in elementary education provides an online, flexible course delivery model to better your understanding of educational theory and help you advance your career.
Elementary Education (K-6) – BS
Bachelor of Science
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On-Campus -
Online
Develop engaging learning experiences, gain extensive classroom experience, and prepare for a rewarding teaching career through ECU's nationally recognized Bachelor of Science (BS) program in elementary education.
English, Secondary Education – BS
Bachelor of Science
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On-Campus
Inspire high school learners through literature and writing, gain early classroom experience and graduate with dual degrees through our Bachelor of Science (BS) in English education.
History, Secondary Education – BS
Bachelor of Science
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On-Campus
Bring history to life in the classroom, build strong content and teaching skills, and prepare for a meaningful secondary teaching career through our Bachelor of Science (BS) in history, secondary education.
Instructional Technology (Non-Licensure) – MS
Master of Science
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Online
Design engaging instruction and educational media, build advanced instructional design skills and prepare for careers across education, business and government with our fully online Master of Science (MS) in instructional technology.
Library Science – MLS
Master of Library Science
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Online
Our Master of Library Science (MLS) degree has a high-tech and hands-on emphasis to teach you the principles, practices and technologies to succeed in a global, multicultural society.
Master of Arts in Teaching – MAT
Master of Arts in Teaching
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Online
Earn a master’s degree while completing North Carolina teacher licensure and advance your teaching career through our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), offered across multiple content areas.
Mathematics Education – MAEd
Master of Arts in Education
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On-Campus
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Online
The Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in mathematics education allows you to develop new competencies to teach mathematics more effectively while deepening your understanding of the field.
Mathematics, Secondary Education – BS
Bachelor of Science
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On-Campus
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in mathematics education prepares students to teach high school and middle grades math courses while also allowing students to participate in professional development opportunities.
Middle Grades Education – BS
Bachelor of Science
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On-Campus
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Online
Share your passion with young adolescents, gain expertise in two subject areas and earn grades 6–9 licensure through our nationally recognized Bachelor of Science (BS) in middle grades education.
Reading and Literacy Education – MAEd
Master of Arts in Education
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Online
Our Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in reading and literacy education will prepare you to promote K–12 students’ literacy growth.
School Administration – MSAM
Master of School Administration
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Online
The Master of School Administration provides the knowledge, skills and experience to be a highly effective school administrator through a flexible cohort model.
Science Education – BS
Bachelor of Science
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On-Campus
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in science education allows students to choose a concentration in biology, chemistry, geology or physics to teach middle and high school science courses.
Science Education – MAEd
Master of Arts in Education
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Online
Deepen your understanding of science, develop your research skills, become a better instructor, and lead in your field with a Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in science education.
Special Education – MAEd
Master of Arts in Education
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Online
Advance your expertise teaching diverse learners, deepen instructional and research skills and earn an advanced degree through our online Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) in special education.
Special Education, Adapted Curriculum – BS
Bachelor of Science
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On-Campus
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Online
Prepare to support students with significant learning needs, gain immersive classroom experience, and earn K–12 licensure through our Bachelor of Science (BS) in special education, adapted curriculum.
Special Education, General Curriculum – BS
Bachelor of Science
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On-Campus
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Online
Prepare to teach and advocate for diverse learners, gain hands-on classroom experience and earn K–12 licensure through our Bachelor of Science (BS) in special education, general curriculum.