Mathematics Education (Elementary)

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington ETPL
Join us in helping students find a passion for math by earning a master's degree in math education. STEM is increasingly important for schools and students, and WGU is proud to support this mission by having more STEM graduates than any other college in the country.* As a licensed elementary school teacher, you see the value in becoming the best teacher possible. This elementary math program will give you the skills you need to become a distinguished educator and positive influence on your students. Become a math expert, and be better equipped to connect with different kinds of learners. This degree program will help you connect with your young students in new ways, improving outcomes and understanding.Our K6 math curriculum is specifically designed to focus on the strategies and teaching methods that connect with diverse learners, increase interest in mathematics, and improve student confidence and understanding. This elementary math program is not intended for aspiring teachers seeking licensure or certification or already-licensed teachers seeking an additional endorsement.

Financial information

Total tuition

$13,940.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$865.00

Locations

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

2 Years

Length of training

Master

Award type

30

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

MA

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

Bachelor's Degree and Valid Teaching License

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Mathematics Teacher Education

Completion rate

89%

Employment rate

96%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$54.85

Typical (median) annual earnings

$81,868.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Mathematics Teacher Education

Education

98%

Other Industries

2%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
171
Completion rate
89%
Average number of students who completed each year
86
Gender
Male
10%
Female
90%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
1%
Asian
5%
Black or African American
1%
Hispanic
9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
83%
Multi-racial
2%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
33%
30 to 39
31%
40 to 49
24%
50 and over
12%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
0%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
1%
BA or higher
99%