Education, Multidisciplinary Studies (M.S.)

For students applying to the multidisciplinary studies in education M.S. program, please submit the following to the Graduate School:

• Online graduate application.
• One copy of official transcripts from the institution where the highest degree was conferred.
• A short essay (approx. 500 words) describing how you anticipate the multidisciplinary studies in education graduate program will benefit you and your professional goals.
• Interview with program director.

Priority Application Deadlines:

• December 1: Spring semester application deadline
• May 20: Summer I session application deadline
• June 30: Summer II session application deadline
• August 15: Fall semester application deadline

Transfer credit policy for admitted students

Students may transfer a maximum of 6 graduate credits from an external, accredited institution, or another Hood graduate program prior to the first semester of study in the current program. Please review the full graduate transfer credit policy in the College catalog.

Program Requirements

Professional Education Core Courses (12 Credits)

Masters Level Education Program Courses (9 credits)

Select one course from each of the following master's degree education programs.

Curriculum and Instruction (3 credits)

Educational Leadership (3 credits)

Reading Specialization (3 credits)

Elective Content Courses (12 credits)

Select courses to address individual needs and interests that will total 12 credit hours. These content courses can come from within the education department as well as from other content area departments. These graduate courses must be at the 500 level or higher, and the candidate must have course approval from both the advisor and program director and/or department chairperson which is offering the course.

Capstone (3 credits)

Student & Alumni Testimonials

"Hood College gave me opportunities to expand my horizon by welcoming challenge and change—especially by working with students of all age levels." -Laurene Carlisle, M.S.'03

Earn Hood graduate credits as a non-degree student or apply them toward a related master's degree in education while completing the FCPS Vanguard Program.

This partnership program between the Frederick County Public School System and Hood College will teach, lead and coach others to create a blended learning environment in the classroom, while building capacity within schools and across the district.

Mindset

Mindset competencies include the core values or beliefs that guide an individual’s thinking, behaviors and actions, which align with the goals of educational change and mission. Educators need to commit to mindsets that help them shift toward new forms of teaching and learning.

Instructional Technology

Instructional technology skills help educators utilize technology in their lessons. The goal is to transform learning experiences so they result in higher levels of achievement for students. These skills are acquired and mastered through instruction, training and practice.

Teaching Practices

Teaching practice competencies are personal characteristics and patterns of behavior that help educators make the transition to new ways of teaching and learning. These qualities include integrating digital content, small group instruction, opportunities for student reflection and data-driven decision making.

Professional Learning and Networking

Professional learning and networking skills are general skills that apply across roles and subject areas. These skills—which include collaboration and problem solving—are complex; they help practitioners tackle new tasks or develop solutions in situations that require organizational learning and innovation.