Technology and Engineering Education Master of Science

30-33 Credits 

This degree emphasizes research, leadership, and teaching. Students are provided with coursework to gain research skills, engage in mentoring and organizational management, and improve their pedagogical approaches to teaching and learning in formal or nonformal educational settings. This degree program requires a thesis. The completion of a thesis prepares students with the skills and experiences needed to read, interpret, and conduct research. This degree program also prepares students for a future Ph.D. program. The program can be completed on campus or at a distance as all coursework (30 credits) is available online. Most students in the program take two classes (6 credits) per semester. Students who follow this will be able complete the program in approximately 2 years (5 semesters). To get an cost estimate for your graduate degree go to the USU Tuition Table. Learn more about why you'd like to earn this degree at USU! The ASTE Master of Science Program Guide provides additional details. If you have questions about this degree program please contact Dr. Michael Pate.

ASTE Master of Science Program Guide

Application Deadline

USU Academic Calendar lists the exact dates for the beginning and end of each semester. Your application needs to be submitted to the School of Graduate Studies. Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing once you submit your application to USU and note the minimum admission requirements. We will consider transferring up to six credits of graduate level courses from other institutions.The application due dates are as follows:

• Fall semester start, August 1
• Spring semester start, December 1
• Summer semester start, April 1

View the application requirements and submit your application!

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Coursework & Timeline

Students may enter the program at the beginning of any semester. To earn your degree in five semesters you will need to complete the Foundation Research Required Courses (see below) early in your program. See this recommended schedule for a fall semester start. To view course syllabi, go to the USU Canvas Syllabus Tracker website and select the semester when the course was last taught (as noted on the table below). When registering, register for the section that is part of the "online" campus as designated by the letter "I" (i), e.g., I01. Out-of-state and in-state tuition will be calculated based on where you live.  Be sure to obtain textbooks prior to each course start date so you can successfully complete each course. In this degree program we are able to accept 6 applicable semester transfer credits. Additional questions concerning transfer credits, continuous registration fees, time limits, leave of absence, etc., may be answered under the Graduate General Regulations or under Graduate Degree Requirements in the General Catalog.

Foundation Research Required Courses - (15 credits total)

Semesters Offered

Elective Courses (15 credits, each course is 3 credits and taught online unless noted otherwise)

Semesters Offered

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