College of Education
M.Ed. in Elementary Education – Traditional Class A
Program Objectives
Working with elementary school students presents unique rewards and challenges, and teachers need a strong educational foundation to deliver the best instruction possible. If you’re ready to take your teaching career to the next level, Faulkner University offers an online Master of Education in Elementary Education that makes it easy to earn a master’s degree without attending in-person classes.
Completing the program allows students to:
- Build skills and competencies beyond the Class B level
- Earn a Class A educational degree
- Receive advanced pay
In addition to a strong foundation in teaching methods, assessments, and more, program participants will develop professional ethics guided by Faulkner University’s Christian principles. Grounded in our most important values, this framework guides graduates in the classroom and throughout their professional careers.
PROGRAM RESOURCES
Admission Requirements
Summary of Required Application Materials
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- Completed Application
- Official transcripts from all schools attended
- Must hold a valid bachelor’s degree from an institutionally accredited college or university in Elementary Education
- Personal statement of lifetime goals (250 words)
- Three (3) recommendations
- A current Alabama Class B in Elementary Education K-6
Graduate Tuition and Fees
| TUITION | |
| Master of Arts in Biblical Studies | $510 per semester hour |
| Master of Arts in Christian Counseling and Family Ministry | $510 per semester hour |
| Master of Arts in Family Life Ministry | $510 per semester hour |
| Master of Arts in Humanities | $485 per semester hour |
| Master of Business Administration | $580 per semester hour |
| Master of Education | $485 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in Counseling | $565 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in Justice Administration | $565 per semester hour |
| Master of Science Management - One year | $555 per semester hour |
| Master of Science Management - Two year | $500 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in General Psychology | $570 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in Psychology and Disability Services | $570 per semester hour |
| Certificate in Disability Services | $570 per semester hour |
| Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies | $920 per semester hour (starting Fall 2026) |
| Master of Speech and Language Pathology | $750 per semester hour |
| Master of Speech and Language Pathology - Online | $750 per semester hour |
| Master of Theology | $510 per semester hour |
| PhD in Biblical Studies | $585 per semester hour |
| PhD in Health Sciences | $780 per semester hour |
| PhD in Humanities | $660 per semester hour |
| Doctor of Physical Therapy | $750 per semester hour |
| Doctor of Occupational Therapy | $750 per semester hour |
| FEES | |
| General Fee | $350 per semester ($250 if 5 hours or less) |
| Online Course Fee (for fully online course) | $75 per semester hour |
| Applicable Course Fees (see fees below) |
Admissions and contact
For additional information, please contact our enrollment team:
Phone 334.386.7140
Email graduateenrollment@faulkner.ed
Faculty & Staff Directory
Sarah Housley
Assistant Professor/Certification Officer
Rebecca Horn
Director of Graduate Advising/ Assistant Professor
Heath Willingham
Director of MSC
Heaven Thrasher
Auxiliary Pre-K Teacher
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