Education, Secondary Education Concentration, Teaching Foundational Mathematics Emphasis, M.S.

Online Graduate Program Features

The graduate programs in Secondary Education are delivered in two formats: 1) an online hybrid format, with 49 percent of courses delivered entirely via web-based instruction, and the other courses delivered partially via web-based instruction; 2) a 100 percent online format. The programs begin with a required one-unit prerequisite course.

Options for Culminating Experience

The options for candidates’ culminating experiences are the comprehensive examination, action research project, thesis, submission for National Board Certification, development of a comprehensive curriculum project or development of an article for publication.

Application Deadlines

Deadlines for completing the online application, if spring admissions is available, is June 1 for the fall semester and Nov. 15 for the spring semester (http://www.csumentor.edu). Mailed applications must be postmarked by the same deadline. However, deadlines may be changed based upon enrollment projections.

Admission to Graduate Standing - Conditionally Classified

Students must meet the CSU requirements for admission to a master’s degree program. Please consult the Graduate Admissions  section in this catalog for complete information.

Graduate Standing - Classified

Classified standing is granted after a study plan is developed in consultation with a faculty adviser and approved by the Associate Vice President, Academic Programs (or designee). Students must also meet the following admission requirements:

1. an approved major;
2. grade-point average of 3.0 on previous academic and related work;
3. proof of a current teaching credential;
4. current professional resume;
5. 500-word statement of purpose outlining your interest in the Secondary Education Master’s Program (e.g., any areas of special interest or emphasis you plan to pursue as a graduate student, a brief description of your current teaching position or anything else that would facilitate an informed decision on your application); and
6. two or more letters of recommendation that address your aptitude for graduate study including your teaching skills as well as your academic preparation. Grade-point average deficiencies may be removed by a demonstration of competency in the graduate program.