Education Culture and Society
Master of Arts, Master of Education
College of Education
Programs of Interest
0Earn your Education, Culture, and Society master’s degree
Deepen and broaden your understanding of larger social, political and cultural forces by earning a master’s degree in Education, Culture, and Society. Whether you choose to pursue your degree in person or fully online, you’ll participate in a flexible and challenging interdisciplinary program taught by faculty in the fields of educational policy and foundations of education. Coursework is designed to help you become an educational leader focused on diversity and social justice issues in schools and in the broader society.
The Education, Culture, and Society master’s program is designed for teachers, administrators, and individuals with bachelor’s degrees who have broad interests in educational issues but who may not be professional educators.
Students who pursue this master’s degree come from a variety of professional and academic backgrounds. Upon completion of the program, they go on to do educational work in contexts such as media outlets, not-for-profit and community-based organizations, museums, K-12 schools and higher education. The program also prepares students for doctoral work in educational policy studies or related fields.
Don’t just listen to the conversation on equity—take part and lead it.
Online Degree Option
The online Education, Culture, and Society (MA/MEd) from DePaul’s College of Education offers small class sizes and is taught by the same award-winning faculty you'll find on campus. Tailored to meet the needs of your busy schedule, you'll achieve the same learning outcomes as in-person classes through collaborative and engaged learning.
Application Deadlines
Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. You are encouraged to apply early for best consideration.
- Fall: August 1
- Winter: November 15
Alumni Network
Graduates work in varied settings, including diversity directors for schools and universities, educational outreach and curriculum development coordinators in museums and other cultural centers, and in student support services. Your degree opens doors in the Chicago area and beyond by having access to a strong alumni community of over 195,500 Blue Demons.
Scholarships
Graduate school is an investment in your future. Learn more about the financial aid and scholarship opportunities available to you.
Contact Information
For more information about applying, contact The Office of Graduate Admissions for DePaul’s College of Education at (773) 325-4405 or edgradadmissions@depaul.edu.
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