The School of Teacher Education within the College of Education, Arts, and Humanities offers a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education. An M.Ed. degree in Elementary Education from Delta State University is a good way for teachers to boost their earning potential, sharpen their teaching skills, and open doors to other educational opportunities.
The Elementary Education master’s program is designed to prepare quality teachers who possess the knowledge, skills, and dispositions that enable them to deliver effective instruction at all levels of the elementary school. Our fully online program is an ideal choice for teachers seeking a quality program to grow and improve their classroom pedagogy or for educators who want to add an elementary education endorsement to their teaching license.
Online
Credit Hours
(10 five-week online classes)
Year Program
Why Get an Online Elementary Education
Master’s Degree at DSU?
Course content and practical learning experiences are balanced so that the educator receiving the degree has sound knowledge of the theoretical underpinnings of all facets of elementary education as well as the pedagogy that characterizes master elementary teachers.
The Elementary Education master’s degree online can be earned in one year. Students will focus on one class at a time during the spring and fall semesters and will engage in two courses simultaneously during the summer sessions. In addition, online delivery affords you the flexibility needed for advancing your career without interrupting your current work duties while engaging you in an online learning community that is rich in diverse teaching experiences.
- Applications accepted year round
- Multiple start dates
- Online student advisement
- Asynchronous program
- 5-week classes
- Fully-online program
- Complete program in 1 year
- AA Mississippi educator licensure pathway

What Can I Do With a Master’s Degree
in Elementary Education?
Earning an Elementary Education master’s degree can open doors to many educational and career opportunities. Our fully-online program is designed to prepare master teachers with the knowledge and skills to implement evidence-based curriculum and instruction in an elementary classroom setting. A graduate of this program may be able to enter the following roles in Education.
- Elementary school teacher
- Teacher coach
- Educational consultant
- Youth program director
- Museum educator
- Nonprofit educator

”The M.Ed. in Elementary Education program at Delta State expands an educators knowledge and role of leadership in their schools and communities. The professors have consistent knowledge of course content and strive to improve current teaching styles. I highly recommend this program, as it builds confidence in your ability to work in varies classroom environments in a professional school setting.
Lauren Boulanger, Class of 2022
Graduate Funding Opportunities
Graduate students at Delta State University have a number of funding opportunities available to them, including Graduate Assistantships, fellowships, scholarships, and loans. In addition, we also offer an affordable tuition rate with no additional fees for out-of-state students. We work closely with students to identify and apply for federal and state financial aid programs, as well as student loans and state scholarships. We are committed to providing our students with all of the tools necessary to succeed in the education field, including access to affordable education and financial support.
Program Goals
The goal of the Master of Education in Elementary Education program is to focus on all aspects of elementary education from teaching strategies and assessment methods to working with diverse learners from intellectually and culturally diverse backgrounds. The coursework covered in the Master’s Degree in Elementary Education program spans a comprehensive array of topics crucial for effective teaching.

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