Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction, Concentration ASTL: Individual (MEd)
Program Summary
100% Online
Credits: 30 total
Degree: Master of Education
College/School: College of Education and Human Development
Start Date: 8/24/2026
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Program Description
This ASTL concentration allows students to create an individualized program of study that meets their specific professional goals. Students schedule an appointment to design a customized concentration with a program advisor.
The concentration consists of 12 credits of core courses and 18 credits of additional concentration courses chosen in consultation with an advisor. It also has a performance-based portfolio that serves as a program-exit requirement and showcases the student’s work.
Banner code: E1-MED-CRIN-AATL
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Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the George Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.
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Who should apply?
ASTL: Individualized is an advanced program for educators who have already begun their teaching careers and who can draw on their classrooms as spaces for inquiry. The program is for teachers who are in their first years, middle years, or later career years. Educators will strengthen their pedagogical practices and reflective thinking skills to improve student engagement and learning for all students. This is not an initial licensure program.
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Ready to Apply?
All applicants should review Office of Graduate Admissions steps for How to Apply. For international applicants, see guidelines for International Graduate Requirements.
Application Requirements
- Graduate application and fee
- Goals statement
- Current Resume
- Two letters of recommendation
- Transcripts from all previous institutions attended
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Curriculum & Instruction, Concentration in ASTL: Individualized (MEd)
