Elementary Education for Licensed Teachers Online

Master of Science in Education
Darden College of Education & Professional Studies
Department of Teaching & Learning

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Why ODU for advanced teacher education?

Are you a licensed elementary teacher? This online Master of Science in Education degree will help you improve, update, and enrich your teaching expertise.

In this master's program, you will learn to conduct powerful practitioner research. You will also enhance your ability to teach effectively.

This program is cohort-based and can be completed in just over 18 months. You'll finish your program with a thesis.

When you graduate, you will earn a Master of Science in Education with a major in elementary education and a licensed teacher concentration.

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30 Credit Hours

You will complete a thesis as part of this degree program.

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Access course materials online from any location. Some classes will have live, regular online meeting times, while others will not. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

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Prepare for leadership roles in your school or educational research projects with this online master's degree.

This program is not intended to prepare you for initial or provisional teacher licensure. Continuing education requirements for teachers vary by state. Please check with your state education board for details.

Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

Growth

4.4%

Median Salary

$37,130

Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education

Growth

-0.7%

Median Salary

$62,690

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Growth

-0.7%

Median Salary

$63,680

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In-state Virginia Residents

$486 per credit hour*

Out-of-state Students

$649 per credit hour

Rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

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To apply, you must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university, and hold a Virginia Professional License (or an equivalent from another state) in elementary education. Applications are accepted year-round. For full application requirements, please visit ODU's Department of Teaching and Learning web site.

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Elementary Education for Licensed Teachers Online

Why ODU for advanced teacher education?